Because who you are becoming matters.



✦ College admissions has long been framed as a race: grades, goals, grit. But beneath the surface, something else is happening — quietly, and often invisibly.

✦ Students today are growing up in a world where anxiety is normalised, comparison is constant & identity is under construction — and always online.

✦ At EdAstra, we don’t just prepare students to “get in.” We hold space for who they are while they’re trying to figure that out.

✦ We guide students to see challenges not as roadblocks, but as opportunities to discover resilience, purpose, and confidence in themselves.

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Certified in Psychological First Aid

Through a credentialed programme offered by Johns Hopkins University, Chayanka has received training in Psychological First Aid — a framework designed to provide compassionate, evidence-based early mental health support during moments of crisis or overwhelm.

This coursework sharpened key competencies in:

  • Crisis intervention & trauma-informed care

  • Psychiatric triage and stress management

  • Rapport-building in high-stakes situations

  • Mental resilience & recovery

Whether in the context of student burnout or everyday academic pressure, these tools allow us to hold space — not just to fix, but to truly support.

Credential ID: CEVC658NUIKZ

The Emotional Curriculum

Most counselling programs focus on deadlines. We also focus on dialogue. Whether your child is navigating:

  • Perfectionism masked as performance

  • Loneliness inside competitive schools

  • Identity confusion in a hyper-quantified world

  • Parental expectations they’re afraid to disappoint

  • Or simply exhaustion dressed up as "high-functioning"

We tailor our mentorship to meet them there.

Each EdAstra student is taken through a customised emotional landscape mapping — a process we call the Elevation Pathway — that explores not just academic milestones, but emotional plateaus, inner blocks, and psychological transitions.

Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Gen Beta: The New Psyche

“I feel like I’m always behind.”
“My brain doesn’t shut off.”
“I don’t know who I am outside of school.”

These aren’t complaints. They’re cries for coherence.

Today’s students are digitally literate but emotionally fatigued. They crave clarity, boundaries, and honest mentorship — not more noise.

At EdAstra, we don't offer therapy. We offer something that lives in the in-between:

  • The wisdom of adult guidance

  • The discretion of peer-to-peer understanding

  • The structure of admissions… softened by reflection

We understand the generational coding behind what students don’t say. Our founder’s background in bioethics, mental health education, and narrative strategy allows us to spot the story underneath the stress.

What We Explore

Each student is invited into their own emotional syllabus. Topics may include:

  • Navigating anxiety & overthinking

  • Understanding burnout vs boredom

  • Journaling for emotional regulation

  • Body image & confidence inside achievement-driven schools

  • How to express “softness” in a world that rewards “grind”

  • Healing from toxic comparison

  • Redefining success post-rejection

  • How to say “no” without guilt

  • Knowing when to pause, and why it’s powerful

None of this is forced. It unfolds naturally — through rapport, weekly check-ins, and the rhythm of conversation.

Parent Partnership, Not Helicoptering

You care deeply. That’s why you're here.
But caring doesn’t always mean controlling.

We help parents:

  • Understand when to step in — and when to let space do the work

  • Communicate without accelerating stress

  • Recognise signs of emotional fatigue masked as “productivity”

  • Redefine “success” in terms that nurture long-term thriving

Every family dynamic is different. Our job is not to interfere, but to support — with compassion and clarity.

Our Approach in Practice

“It wasn’t therapy, but it felt therapeutic.”
“She helped me find calm in chaos.”
“I learned how to not tie my worth to my results.”

Students often describe their EdAstra journey as the first time they were allowed to slow down — without falling behind.

This is what sets EdAstra apart:
✦ Founder-led sessions with deep narrative listening
✦ Integration of emotional strategy into academic planning
✦ Tools for anxiety, reflection, self-advocacy
✦ No stigma, no diagnoses — just space to breathe, reflect, and grow.

We don’t promise perfect outcomes.
We promise wholeness, whatever the outcome.

Discreet. Secure. Student-Led.

Everything we do is grounded in psychological safety.
We never share without consent.
We never push.
We never pretend to fix.
We simply listen — and teach students to do the same for themselves.


In the end, the most powerful application is not the one with the most achievements.
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It’s the one written by someone who knows who they are — and isn’t afraid to show it.

At EdAstra, we help students write that story.
One paragraph of self-awareness at a time.

Requirements

Enrollment Requirements

Elementary
School
5 y.o.
Min. Age for Elementary School
3.5+
Standardized Interview Scores
Middle
School
12 y.o.
Min. Age for Middle School
2.9+
Minimum GPA
High
School
15 y.o.
Min. Age for High School
3.2+
Minimum GPA
1000+
Minimum Score on SAT
4.1+
Personal Interview Score
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FAQ

In-Depth Responses to Your Questions

What are the school’s admission requirements?

To apply, you need to provide proof of age, recent academic records, and any other relevant documents depending on the grade level. For detailed requirements, please refer to our Admissions Criteria section.

What is the school’s curriculum focus?

Our curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive education with a focus on core subjects, including math, science, language arts, and social studies, as well as a variety of electives and extracurricular activities.

Are there programs for gifted and talented students?

Yes, we offer a range of specialized programs for gifted and talented students. These programs feature advanced coursework in core subjects, enrichment activities designed to challenge and engage students, and opportunities for independent research projects that allow students to explore their interests in depth.

What extracurricular activities are available?

We offer a diverse array of extracurricular activities to enhance the student experience. These include competitive sports teams, music and drama clubs, student government, and a variety of special interest groups. Our aim is to provide students with opportunities to explore their passionsand develop new skills.

What are the school’s safety measures?

Our school prioritizes student safety with measures including secure campus access, regular safety drills, and a dedicated school safety team. We also have protocols in place for emergencies and health concerns.

What are the school hours and calendar?

Our typical school day runs from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The school year follows a traditional academic calendar with breaks for holidays and vacations. For specific dates, please refer to our School Calendar.

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Success Stories

At EdAstra, success is measured not just by where our students go, but by who they become along the way.

“Working with Chayanka has been an incredible experience. Her expertise in the admissions process is unmatched. She guided me with care, precision, and a genuine commitment to my success. I couldn't have done it without her!”

IB Diploma student, Dubai International Academy.

Acceptances: Cornell, UC Berkeley, UCLA, USC, and more

“Chayanka is one of the most empathetic, efficient and thoughtful people I’ve had the pleasure of working with. She pushed me to introspect and constantly reminded me of the importance of honesty, simplicity and nuance. I never felt like a ‘client’ – she made me feel like a person with a story worth telling.”

A-Levels student, Dubai College

Acceptances: Yale and UCLA

“I gained confidence in my academic writing, managed to get ahead in my schoolwork, and felt more in control of my time and long-term goals. Despite it being virtual, I always felt supported. Her guidance made all the difference.”

IB Diploma student, Bonn International School (Germany)

“She was always prepared, organised, punctual and proactive. It was truly a pleasure to work with her. She made a process that can be very stressful and time-consuming enjoyable and fun.”

A-Levels student, Royal College Curepipe (Mauritius)

“Today’s students carry the weight of achievement in silence. At EdAstra, we offer something rare — not a remedy, but a rhythm.
A space where intellect meets emotional honesty, and ambition doesn’t come at the cost of self-trust.”

- Chayanka