• “I attended Alokeparna’s workshop on the neuroscience of curiosity at Wings Agora, Roermond. The session laid out a rigorous, research-backed explanation of curiosity as a learning driver - linking reward circuitry, attention systems, and memory consolidation into a coherent framework. It deepens the understanding of how curiosity can be deliberately triggered, sustained, and amplified in group settings. It reinforced the importance of designing learning environments that actively generate inquiry rather than passively deliver content. The content of this workshop should be core knowledge for educators, leaders, and anyone shaping learning cultures who want a strong scientific foundation for curiosity-driven education.”.

    - Rob Houben, Founder at Alllearners.org , Program manager at Wings Agora, founding member of Green School South Africa’s Board of Advisors

  • "This workshop about curiosity was great! Alokeparna was able to take us from being passive participants to active participants throughout the workshop. She made use of great media to draw us in and keep us engaged. Since the workshop, I have thought deeply about what curiosity means to me and realised how actively we engage with it every day. This has also made me more intentional about how I curate curiosity in the classroom and how I begin moments of learning, rather than simply jumping straight into the content. Throughout the workshop, Alokeparna’s true passion for this subject really shone through. This workshop is not for you if you simply want to sit back, relax, and have content fed to you. You need to participate to get the full value from it. Thank you again, Alokeparna. It was amazing!"

    Rebecca Verhaeghe, Woodland Star International School, Kenya

  • "Alokeparna Ray's talk on the Neuroscience of Learning at Purple Butterfly explored how curiosity drives effective learning and how we can foster more curious environments. She explained the brain science behind why curiosity is essential for meaningful learning, particularly in today's rapidly changing world. The session provided practical guidance on creating spaces and experiences that naturally encourage questioning, exploration, and reflection in children. The impact extended beyond our work. Many of us found the insights resonating personally-prompting reflection on how we can bring more curiosity into our own lives and relationships. The talk has inspired us to cultivate a culture of wonder and inquiry in everything we do at Purple Butterfly, making curiosity not just something we encourage in children, but a value we embody ourselves"

    - Subhrojyoti Mukherjee
    Founder, Purple Butterfly, Kolkata

  • "The workshop was an enriching and joyful experience for our children. The concept of learning through play and open-ended activities truly encouraged creativity, curiosity, and imagination among the students. Our young learners thoroughly enjoyed the sessions and participated with great enthusiasm. We deeply appreciate your dedicated efforts in making learning meaningful and engaging. Such initiatives play an important role in nurturing young minds and promoting inclusive and experiential education. Thank you once again for your valuable contribution and support. We look forward to more such wonderful collaborations in the future."

    - Ronita Ghosh
    Principal, Riverdale High School, Kolkata

  • " On behalf of the I Play I Learn management, I would like to express our sincere appreciation to Ms. Alokeporna Ray for conducting such a wonderful and insightful workshop. It was truly a pleasure to have her with us. The 'Spark' seminar was highly engaging and informative. Our parents were extremely satisfied and felt encouraged to better understand and nurture their children's natural curiosity. The workshop 'Curious by Nature' conducted during our Summer Carnival was equally successful. Parents thoroughly enjoyed the session, appreciated the interactive approach, and shared very positive feedback. Ms. Alokeporna Ray is exceptionally sincere, passionate, and dedicated to children's growth and development. Her warmth, professionalism, and expertise made a lasting impact on both parents and our team. We look forward to collaborating with her again for many more meaningful workshops in the future. Thank you for your valuable contribution and for inspiring our parent community."

    Rima Ghosh,
    Principal, I Play I Learn, Baghajatin, Kolkata