In today’s education landscape, one fundamental problem still exists: learning systems are often the same, but students are not. Each learner is different — in pace, in potential, in confidence, and in the support they need.
This gap is what led five young educators and entrepreneurs — OK Sanafir,Aslah Thadathil,Najim Illyas, Shibily Ameen, and Ramees Ali — to rethink how education should work. What began as a small effort to help a group of students has today evolved into a learner-centric ecosystem designed to help individuals succeed in the real world.
Interval Learning did not begin as a technology company or a large institution. It began with people — understanding people. The team spent time listening to students and parents, trying to understand why many learners struggled despite being capable. The answer was clear: it wasn’t a lack of intelligence, but a lack of guidance, mentorship, and consistent support.
The journey started with one-on-one mentoring. When the pandemic pushed education online, the team saw the scale of the challenge — and the opportunity to build a system that could make meaningful change. They realized they could design a model where learning adapts to the learner, not the other way around.
Most education systems are built to treat students the same. But real learning doesn’t work that way. Students grow at different speeds, learn in different styles, and face different challenges. Many aren’t just trying to complete schoolwork — they seek direction, confidence, and mentors who understand them. Parents want reassurance, and teachers want the opportunity to truly impact lives.
Interval Learning was created to fill this gap.
Instead of focusing only on delivering information, the platform builds personalized learning paths and supports students at every stage of their journey. The goal is not just academic success, but personal growth.
One of the most defining moments for the team came when they witnessed a struggling student transform — not just in grades, but in confidence, discipline, and mindset. That transformation reinforced their belief that personalized education can truly change lives.
What began as a tutoring initiative gradually evolved based on continuous feedback from students, parents, and teachers. Today, Interval Learning has grown into a comprehensive ecosystem — offering academic mentoring, teacher development, skill-based programs, and career readiness support. Every step has been shaped by real needs, not theoretical models.
Importantly, the platform does not focus only on students. It addresses larger systemic challenges — performance pressure, lack of individual attention, career uncertainty, and skill gaps among educators. By supporting every stakeholder in the learning journey, it strengthens the entire educational experience.
Over time, Interval Learning has supported thousands of students. Success is not measured only through grades, but through confidence, discipline, and long-term growth. Many educators who initially joined part-time have gone on to build meaningful and fulfilling careers through the platform.
The organization has grown steadily and responsibly. It raised $274K in funding only after proving its real-world impact and operational stability. One of its biggest challenges was demonstrating that personalized learning could work at scale — sustainably and effectively. The team achieved this by staying focused on outcomes and maintaining strong systems.
Today, the investment is being used to strengthen technology, expand learning centers, grow the teacher network, and enhance the overall learning experience. As the platform scales, the focus remains on accessibility, trust, and human connection.
In a rapidly evolving ed-tech world, Interval Learning continues to stay grounded in what matters most — students, parents, and teachers. Technology is an enabler, but people remain the foundation. The organization is driven by listening, adapting, and improving continuously.
Looking ahead, the vision is clear: to deepen its impact in the region, empower more learners, and build a stronger educator network. Over time, the goal is to expand nationally and globally — creating a trusted, personalized learning system that makes a real difference.
For Founder, Interval Learning is more than an education platform. It is a shared belief — that education should never be one-size-fits-all.
It should be personal.
It should be purposeful.
And above all, it should change lives.
Interview Conducted By: Arushi Agarwal
