Faculty and Staff

Sheila Pereira

Head of School and Middle School

Erica Coye

Director of Lower School; First-Fifth Grades

“The strength of our classrooms is in the collaboration of learners, not the knowledge of one expert.”

Erica Coye has been a part of the Stratford School family since 2013. She brings twenty years of elementary education experience to her role as Director of Lower School at Stratford School’s Palo Alto campus. Before assuming her current role, Erica was an Assistant Director, taught second grade, and served as a campus mentor teacher.

Erica believes teaching is a lifelong process. She learns new strategies and teaching philosophies every day and enjoys the collaborative environment at Stratford School. She values learning from the community, colleagues, Stratford parents, and especially her students.

Harini Chandramouli

Director of Early Childhood Education and Kindergarten

“Children learn as they play.  Most importantly, in play, children learn how to learn.” 

Harini Chandramouli has been a valued member of the Stratford family since 2021 and brings over eight years of experience in education. Before joining Stratford, she owned and operated a home-based daycare, where she developed a strong foundation in early childhood education and family partnerships. She later served as a PS/PK, Kindergarten teacher before taking on her current role as Director of Early Childhood Education and Kindergarten.

Harini is passionate about creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where every child can build confidence, develop curiosity, and foster a lifelong love of learning. She is committed to partnering with families and educators to ensure every child feels supported and empowered to thrive.

Outside of her professional role, Harini enjoys traveling, hiking with her family, and gardening. She values spending quality time outdoors and believes that curiosity and exploration are just as important outside the classroom as they are within it.

Mariam Samady

Assistant Director

“Every child deserves to be seen, challenged, and inspired to reach their full potential.”

Mariam Samady has proudly been part of the Stratford School family since 2015. During her time at Stratford, she’s had the opportunity to teach Preschool/Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Second Grade before transitioning into her current role.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Development with a concentration in Early Childhood Development from California State University, East Bay. Mariam believes every child deserves to feel valued, challenged, and inspired each day. She is passionate about creating a positive learning environment where curiosity is encouraged, relationships are nurtured, and every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Mariam enjoys partnering with families and collaborating with colleagues to build a strong school community. I’m excited to support both students and teachers as they continue to learn, grow, and succeed together.

Outside of school, she enjoys spending quality time with her son, exploring new places, enjoying family activities, and simply making everyday moments special. 

Aries Wang

Director of Admissions

Ms. Wang holds a Bachelor of Arts in Chinese Language and Literature from Shanghai Fudan University and a Master of Science in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) from the University of Rochester. With a strong foundation in both language education and cross-cultural communication, Ms. Wang brings a global perspective and a deep understanding of student needs to her role as Director of Admissions.

Prior to joining the admissions team, Ms. Wang was a founding faculty member at BASIS Silicon Valley Lower Campus, where she helped launch and lead the Mandarin program for students in Transitional Kindergarten through Grade 4. Her background as an educator has shaped her student-centered approach to admissions, where she is committed to helping families find the best fit for their child’s academic journey.

Ms. Wang is passionate about creating welcoming, inclusive experiences for both prospective and current families. She draws on her experience working with diverse student populations—including international students transitioning to U.S. schools—to guide families through the enrollment process with care, transparency, and cultural sensitivity.

Outside of her professional role, Ms. Wang enjoys singing, vocal performance, and practicing the traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony. She brings the same thoughtfulness and intentionality to her work in admissions, always striving to make each family’s first impression of the school warm, informative, and inspiring.

Subha Mohan

School Counseleor

“You are the architect of your story; I am here to help you design the blueprint, one conversation at a time.”

With over 15 years of experience in education, including 10 years dedicated to school counseling, Subha Mohan brings a deep commitment to supporting students through every step of their academic and personal development. Her counseling philosophy centers on creating a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment where students feel seen, heard, and valued.

Subha specializes in guiding students through the pivotal early childhood and adolescent years, helping them navigate academic challenges, social dynamics, and emotional growth. She believes each student’s path to success is unique and works collaboratively with students to build confidence, resilience, and motivation. Her goal is to ensure every child feels a strong sense of belonging and has the tools to thrive in all areas of life.