Walk into The Courtyard and you can safely check your anxiety at the door with your shoes; to ensure hygiene, shoes aren’t allowed in the premises — because for founders Bela Bhasin, Kanika Bahl and Sumeeta Balooni, this play-school/day-care is a genuine labour of love. Even before they’ve had a chance to convince you of this, you'll find yourself blanketed in an aura of affection and while cynics may attribute this to the decor, speak to these educators, watch them with the children and you’ll be left with no doubt about what really fuels the wonderful vibe.