AI Ready School at The Economic Times Annual Education Summit 2025: Shaping the Future of Education with Responsible AI

Gayathri Yerra
Jul 1
4 min read

We had the privilege of participating in the 2nd edition of The Economic Times Annual Education Summit held on June 19–20, 2025, a landmark event that brought together education leaders, government dignitaries, innovators, and visionaries from across India. Hosted in the spirit of collaboration and transformation, the summit created a powerful platform for discussing the most urgent and promising themes shaping the future of school education.

For us at AI Ready School, the summit was more than an event—it was a convergence of purpose. From AI integration and NEP-driven digital transformation to mindful curriculum design and early childhood innovations, the themes that dominated the conversations echoed our own mission: To make every school AI-Ready—responsibly, ethically, and mindfully.

A Gathering of Change-Makers

The two-day summit featured an impressive line-up of thought leaders, policymakers, and educators. Panels explored diverse, forward-looking topics including:

Building India’s AI Talent Pool: The Role of Schools in the Next Generation of Innovators
Tech-enabled NEP Implementation and Digital School Infrastructure
Skill-based Learning and Assessment Reforms
AI in Early Childhood and Play-based Education
Teacher Training in the Age of Technology
Global Expansion of Indian Schools through AI
Parent-School Partnerships in the Digital Age
Harnessing AI to Foster Design Thinking and Problem Solving

These conversations reinforced the pressing need for Indian schools to not only adopt emerging technologies but to also cultivate an AI-ready culture grounded in ethics, inclusion, and child-centric pedagogy.

Why We Participated

At AI Ready School, we view every school not just as an institution but as a living, evolving space for possibility. Our platform is built to empower students, teachers, and school leaders with daily AI tools for:

Curriculum-linked assignments and assessments
AI-enhanced creative and critical thinking modules
Teacher support tools for lesson planning, evaluation, and training
REM AI Framework for responsible and mindful usage of AI

We were excited to attend the summit to:

Engage with school leaders and decision-makers actively seeking meaningful, future-ready solutions.
Showcase our platform’s capabilities aligned with the NEP, SDGs, and global AI literacy goals.
Collaborate with other edtech providers, researchers, and policymakers working on AI, digital infrastructure, and holistic learning models.
Invite forward-thinking schools to be part of our Free 30-day Pilot Program—a guided introduction to implementing AI mindfully across the school ecosystem.

Our Vision Resonated Deeply

What stood out for us at the summit was the shared urgency and optimism around AI's role in shaping the future of education. Sessions such as “AI-Driven Synergies in School Education: Bridging NEP and SDGs” and “Harnessing AI to Cultivate Design Thinking” resonated deeply with our work.

Speakers spoke not only about AI’s potential to streamline education systems but also the ethical considerations involved—data privacy, bias, and mental well-being. These themes are integral to our REM AI Framework (Responsible, Ethical, and Mindful AI Use), which guides everything we do—from tool design to teacher training.

Introducing Schools to AI with Purpose

Our presence at the summit was not just to promote technology, but to spark responsible adoption. Through our Free Pilot Program for Schools, we offer:

Early access to AI Ready School platform for 30 days
AI orientation sessions for educators and students
Age-appropriate guided AI modules aligned with school curriculum
Custom analytics reports on engagement and progress
Certification in Responsible, Ethical, and Mindful AI (REM AI) for teachers and students

This pilot is not just a demo—it’s an invitation to co-create the future of learning with us.

Highlights from the Event

Networking with Innovators: We connected with education leaders from DPS, Shiv Nadar Schools, Ekya Schools, and others passionate about meaningful digital transformation.
ET Awards Gala: Witnessing the felicitation of changemakers across education was a moment of pride and inspiration. We are excited to support such trailblazers through our platform.
Expert Sessions: Talks by policymakers and leaders such as Dr. Tristha Ramamurthy, Shishir Jaipuria, and Shantanu Prakash reaffirmed that AI in education is not a trend—it's a long-term transformation.
Conversations with School Leaders: School heads and trustees expressed deep interest in tools that not only automate tasks but also support child-centric, values-driven learning. AI Ready School’s focus on ethical and practical AI adoption stood out as a unique differentiator.

Looking Ahead: Building an AI-Ready Nation, One School at a Time

The summit reminded us that the future of education lies in collaboration, not competition. It’s not just about bringing AI into classrooms—it’s about redefining what quality education looks like in an AI-powered world.

We are committed to supporting schools that are ready to take this leap—thoughtfully, inclusively, and sustainably. Our tools are designed to be:

Teacher-friendly: Easy to implement without overwhelming educators
Student-centric: Encouraging inquiry, creativity, and problem-solving
Institution-aligned: Supporting NEP goals and school values

Whether you are a large private institution or a smaller progressive school, we are here to walk with you on this journey.

In Closing

Participating in the ET Annual Education Summit 2025 has reaffirmed our belief that education is at a pivotal moment. As AI reshapes industries and societies, the role of schools becomes even more critical—not just as places of learning, but as hubs of innovation, responsibility, and human-centered growth.

At AI Ready School, we are proud to be part of this movement.

Let’s build AI-Ready schools. Responsibly. Ethically. Mindfully.