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Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
Choice School Kochi is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme. Located on a 10-acre campus, the school comprises seven blocks for Kindergarten through Senior School, with facilities including a 617-seat Jose Thomas Performing Arts Centre (JTPAC), the Choice Fitness and Aquatic Centre, a well-stocked library and on-site dance, music and theatre studios. The campus is air-conditioned and Wi-Fi enabled to support digital learning. The curriculum blends the IB framework with cross-disciplinary inquiry, experiential, learner-centred pedagogy and an emphasis on environmental education and life skills through curricular and co-curricular activities. Languages include English, Hindi, Malayalam, with French and Spanish available in later years. Senior Secondary offers groups with core and elective subjects, including AI, Data Science and Food Production. The school runs a Student Exchange Programme and TiE Young Entrepreneur program, along with a Student Council and performing and visual arts programmes.
53, Nadama East, Karingachira, Thrippunithura, Ernakulam, Kerala 682301, India
The Essentials
The Choice School
has typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English.
Location
The Choice School, Kochi operates in Kochi, Kerala, India. The Tripunithura campus is Nadama East, Tripunithura 682301. Other Kochi locations include Kinderland at Girinagar (6th Cross Road, Girinagar 682020), Parvana (Manthra Rd, Parvana Junction 682002) and Edappally (KM 33/608, VP Marikkar Road, Edappally 682024).
Stages
Primary School (Grades I–IV); Middle School (Grades V–VIII); Senior School (Grades IX–X); Senior Secondary (Grades XI–XII).
Type
IB World School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP).
Pupil Nationality Mix
The Choice Community is cosmopolitan, with teachers and students belonging to different parts of India and sometimes outside India.
Additional learning support
HDES provides SEN support from Kindergarten to Grade 12, with a team of Special Educators and Speech Therapists. They screen, assess and develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), provide Special Education and Speech and Language Therapy, and deliver in-class or one-to-one interventions; they work with parents and other professionals to support emotional, social and academic progress.
Tuition fees (day / boarding) — summary by school type
- Day-school (annual tuition): Rs.1,45,000 per year. This excludes transport, annual development charges and any one-time security/registration amounts.
- Full boarding (annual hostel + tuition package): Rs.4,30,000 per year; a separate one-time hostel/security deposit of Rs.50,000 is charged.
Tuition fees by instalment and by year group (billing schedule and examples)
- Billing schedule (instalment dates): Fees are billed in four instalments each academic year and are payable on or before 10 May, 10 August, 10 November and 10 February. Instalment amounts vary by grade and by campus.
- Example instalment-level presentation used by the Choice School network (representative figures published for another campus). These show how tuition is split across the four instalments for each grade (amounts shown are per instalment and total yearly tuition for that campus): - Grade I: Rs.24,800 per instalment (payable on the four instalment dates) — Total Rs.99,200 per year. - Grade V: Rs.26,700 per instalment — Total Rs.1,06,800 per year. - Grade X: Rs.31,400 per instalment — Total Rs.1,25,600 per year. - Grade XI (Science): Rs.45,300 per instalment — Total Rs.1,81,200 per year.
(These grade-wise instalment examples above are the published instalment breakdown used at another Choice School campus; Kochi follows the same four-instalment billing calendar and publishes grade-specific instalment amounts through the school's fee schedule.)
Transport / bus charges
- Transport fee (typical): Rs.25,000 per year (annual transport charge). A transport security deposit of Rs.5,000 is charged and identified as refundable. Transport charges are published separately and vary by distance slab.
Other recurring / one-time charges
- Annual development / annual charges: an "annual fee" component is charged in addition to tuition; published examples show typical annual fee components in the range of Rs.16,000 to Rs.20,000 (charged as part of the instalment schedule).
- Security / caution deposits: day-school security amount examples show Rs.5,000 (security/transport slab examples) and boarding security deposit Rs.50,000 (one-time). Hostels also show separate one-time hostel fees/deposits.
- Uniforms and stationery: uniform purchases are handled through the school's designated supplier; uniform costs are additional to fees and charged separately at purchase.
- Miscellaneous fees: additional charges may be levied for examinations, external exam registrations, co-curricular activities, transport-specific add-ons, optional camps, special workshops and refundable/non-refundable deposits; these are billed separately. Representative campus documents itemise these components as separate line items.
Refund information
- Transport security deposit: the transport security deposit is shown as refundable where published (example: Rs.5,000 noted as refundable).
- Other refunds (security deposits, pro‑rated refunds on withdrawal, uniform returns, etc.): specific refund terms for deposits and fee refunds are determined by the school's published fee policy and accounts office; published campus documents and fee schedules identify some deposits as refundable but do not publish a single consolidated refund table for every fee component.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Instalment due dates: payable on or before 10 May, 10 August, 10 November and 10 February (four-instalment scheme). Amounts per instalment vary by grade and campus. Late payment consequences and any processing fees follow the school's accounts rules.
Fee payment options
- Preferred / recommended payment methods: online payments (Debit / Credit card, Net Banking or UPI) via the school's fee-payment portal (InsightsE / parent login portal). Parents may also be able to use other bank transfer options made available by the Accounts Office; the school asks parents to honour the published instalment schedule.
Contact / accounts office for final confirmation
- The school publishes an accounts office contact number for fee clarifications; instalment amounts and applicability (day vs boarding vs transport slabs) are grade- and service-specific and are made available to parents in the official fee schedule and student billing notices. Representative campus contact pointers are provided in the school's admissions and accounts sections.
Summary of the key numeric items for Choice School, Kochi (concise list)
- Day-school annual tuition (typical published campus figure): Rs.1,45,000 per year. - Full boarding (annual package) typical figure: Rs.4,30,000 per year; boarding/security deposit: Rs.50,000 (one-time). - Transport fee typical: Rs.25,000 per year; transport security deposit: Rs.5,000 (refundable where published). - Instalment/billing dates: 10 May, 10 August, 10 November, 10 February (four instalments). Instalment amounts are grade-specific.
Note: The Choice School publishes grade-specific instalment breakdowns for its campuses; where representative grade-level instalment numbers were published for one campus, those instalments followed the four-instalment calendar shown above. The Kochi campus uses the same instalment calendar and publishes its campus-specific fee schedule and slab-based transport/hostel charges through the school's fee portal and admissions communications. For complete, class-by-class instalment amounts for Kochi (per term amounts by year group), refer to the school's Kochi fee schedule and the accounts office.
Academics
The Choice School
teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), CBSE Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The Choice School follows the CBSE curriculum. The curriculum provides scope for physical, intellectual and social development and uses experiential, holistic, integrated, inquiry-driven, learner-centred, discussion-based and flexible pedagogy with cross-disciplinary environmental education. Life-skills are nurtured through curricular and co-curricular activities, and inclusive education supports personality development and academic excellence. Primary I–IV includes English, Math, Science, Language (Hindi and Malayalam), Social Studies, Art/Craft, Sports, Music/Dance, with Developmental Dramatics in Grades 1–2 and Computer Science from Grade 3; Middle V–VIII adds French and Spanish; Senior IX–X includes French. Senior Secondary XI–XII offers four groups with core and elective subjects, including AI, Data Science and Food Production; the school is now an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP).
Higher Education Progression
IB is widely recognized by universities and colleges worldwide, facilitating higher education progression for graduates. The Choice School Kochi offers PYP, MYP and DP as part of the IB continuum, enabling pathways to universities globally. Graduates benefit from interdisciplinary and international-minded preparation for higher education.
Gifted and Talented
The school has admissions criteria for gifted learners. Small classes and dedicated teaching staff support the unique needs of gifted children.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has a WellBeing Department that focuses on social-emotional development and the mental well-being of students. The department recognises individual differences and tailors relational and therapeutic approaches accordingly. Its mission is to implement proactive and preventive measures to improve and nurture the well-being of the entire school family. Services are available to students from all grades; families and caregivers are eligible for counselling; teachers are eligible for counselling; and workshops are offered to parents and teachers. The department also offers outreach programs and resources to support staff.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has an Inclusive Education policy aligned with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016 and CBSE guidelines. Inclusive teaching methodologies are used in mainstream classrooms to cater to all students regardless of abilities. The Department of Health, Development and Education Support (HDES) provides SEN support from Kindergarten to Grade 12 and includes Special Educators and Speech Therapists. They screen, assess, prepare Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and provide Special Education and Speech and Language Therapy. Intervention is provided during class hours or one-to-one, in collaboration with mainstream teachers and school counsellors, to adapt teaching, provide accommodations and ensure emotional, social and psychological well-being. They work with parents and other professionals and employ evidence-based approaches and programs such as Search and Teach, Handwriting Without Tears, NILD Educational Therapy, TEACCH, PECS, AVAZ, Autistic Movement Therapy, Social Thinking Program, and In-Sync Activities.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The curriculum includes English as a core subject in all levels and provides a range of language options. In Primary (Grades I–IV) students study English and learn Hindi and Malayalam. In Middle School (Grades V–VIII) the language options expand to Hindi, Malayalam, French and Spanish. In Senior School (Grades IX–XII) language offerings include Hindi, Malayalam and French. English is taught across levels alongside these additional languages.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through WellBeing services at The Choice School. The WellBeing Department focuses on proactive and preventive measures to nurture the school community's wellbeing. Students from all grades can access counselling through WellBeing. Families and caregivers may receive counselling for concerns about the student, and teachers are also eligible for counselling. The department runs workshops addressing various wellbeing topics for parents and teachers.
Safeguarding
The school has a Child Protection Policy to safeguard children from harm and abuse, aligned with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and Indian laws (JJ Act, POCSO). The policy defines safeguarding responsibilities and reporting procedures for suspected abuse and emphasizes a safe, open environment where students can raise concerns. Disclosures may not remain confidential between the student and staff. The policy outlines safeguarding roles within Special Protection Groups, including the Principal, Counselor, police, admin staff and other stakeholders. A safeguarding curriculum covers safety, threat identification and emergency responses.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Enquiry Form. Online registration for admission for the new academic year commences in August and is the first step in the procedure. A query submitted to the Enquiry Form prompts an admissions coordinator to contact you to discuss details and guide you through the next steps. Age guidelines for AY 2026-27 are: KinderTot (1½ to 3 years); KinderArk/Pre-School for children born before 1 June 2023; KG/LKG for children born before 1 June 2022; PREP/UKG for children born before 1 June 2021. The Enquiry Form is available to begin the process.
2. Admission Team Response. After an enquiry is submitted, an admissions coordinator contacts you to discuss additional information, answer questions, and guide you through the next steps. You will receive clarity on eligibility, timelines, and required documents. The school offers Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and International Baccalaureate (IB) curricula to select from. This conversation sets expectations for the upcoming steps.
3. Submit Application Form. Ready to enrol your child? Fill in the Application Form through the provided portal to commence the formal process. Documents to be submitted with the Application form before interaction include: Birth Certificate (copy, original for verification), Passport Photo (one passport sized photo), and Vaccination Card (copy; required for Grade 2 and above). For Grade 2 and above, also provide the Aadhar card copies (child and parents), a reference letter from the last attended school, the Original Promoted Transfer Certificate/School Leaving Certificate duly attested, a Passport (if foreign national), and a No Dues Certificate.
4. Student Interaction with Vice Principal. The student attends an interaction session/Aptitude Test with the Vice Principal (as per the grade). The session assesses fit for the chosen curriculum. Interaction formats are grade-dependent.
5. Payment of Fees. After admission is cleared and notified, proceed with Fee Payment and secure the seat. Details of the fee structure are available through the online portal and the admissions team will provide timelines.
6. Welcome Letter. An Admission Number is generated and a Welcome Letter confirming the seat is handed over to the Parent/Guardian. The Welcome Letter marks the completion of the admissions process and includes enrollment details. Parents should retain it for records and follow any remaining instructions.
FAQs
What curriculum does Choice School Kochi follow?
The Choice School follows the CBSE curriculum.
What are the tuition fees?
**Application / admission fees**
- Admission / one-time registration fee: Rs.25,000 (one-time).
**Tuition fees (day / boarding) — summary by school type**
- Day-school (annual tuition): Rs.1,45,000 per year.
Where is Choice School Kochi located?
The Choice School, Kochi operates in Kochi, Kerala, India. The Tripunithura campus is Nadama East, Tripunithura 682301.
What age groups does the school serve?
Primary School (Grades I–IV); Middle School (Grades V–VIII); Senior School (Grades IX–X); Senior Secondary (Grades XI–XII).
Does the school support students with SEN?
The school has an Inclusive Education policy aligned with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016 and CBSE guidelines. Inclusive teaching methodologies are used in mainstream classrooms to cater to all students regardless of abilities.
Is there a school bus service?
Door-to-door pick-up and drop facility is provided wherever possible.
1. Enquiry Form. Online registration for admission for the new academic year commences in August and is the first step in the procedure.
What languages are taught?
English is taught as a core subject across all levels. Hindi and Malayalam are offered in Primary; Hindi, Malayalam, French and Spanish are available in Middle School; Hindi, Malayalam and French are available in Senior School.
What wellbeing support is available?
The school has a WellBeing Department that focuses on social-emotional development and the mental well-being of students. The department recognises individual differences and tailors relational and therapeutic approaches accordingly.
What facilities does the school have?
The Choice School Kochi sits on a 10-acre campus with seven blocks, including the Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Senior School, Administration Block, School Boarding, and Café Choice.
When was Choice School Kochi founded?
The year 1991 marks the beginning of The Choice School Tripunithura, founded under Mr. Jose Thomas. The Choice School is a co-educational institution focused on Knowledge, Character and Health.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The Department of Music provides technical training and performance opportunities with ensembles such as Choice Kinder Choir, Choice Kidzrock, Choice Swaralaya, Choice Contemporary, Choice Sapthaswara, Choice Chorus, and Chamber Jazz Orchestra.
