Pursuit of A Better World
Mr. PNC Menon had decided to will 50 percent of his wealth to charity over forty years ago. After the inception and subsequent success of SOBHA Limited, Mr. Menon wanted to make use of his wealth to help the less privileged people back in his hometown in Kerala. He started helping individuals in different facets of their lives. However, later he realised that to reach out to the deserving in a systematic manner, an organized effort was required. Thus, the Sri Kurumba Educational and Charitable Trust was formed in 1994, by Mr. PNC Menon and Mrs Sobha Menon as its Founding Trustees.
Under the guidance of Mr. Menon, the Trust runs various philanthropic projects alongwith the CSR programs of SOBHA Limited, and has elevated corporate social responsibility (CSR) to a whole new level. Today, SOBHA Limited, India’s first self-reliant real estate company, is redefining the scope of CSR and is making sustainable, long-term, and meaningful contributions to social development in rural India.
In addition, along with his wife Mrs. Sobha Menon, Mr. Menon is also a signatory of the global philanthropic campaign ‘The Giving Pledge’ run by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Warren Buffet.
The SOBHA Academy
The Sobha Legacy
The SOBHA ACADEMY was established in 2007 and managed by the Sri Kurumba Educational and Charitable Trust, the CSR wing of Sobha Ltd., located at Panniayankara, Palakkad District. It is a registered charitable and educational society formed to mold the next generation of professionals with a global edge. The charitable trust also aims to reduce the economic disparities in the society. Mr. P.N.C. Menon heads this trust. The trust extends its services over the three panchayats viz. Vadakkenchery, Kizhakkenchery and Kannambra. It envisages the individual development of a student and the community as a whole.
From its inception, the school managed to create a niche positioning as ‘The School with Difference’ through various unique training methodologies. Since it embarked on its journey of excellence in 2007, it has been zealously pursuing its mission of imparting quality education to attain an international level of excellence. This institution is accredited with CBSE.
The SOBHA ACADEMY focuses on providing good and solid education to children from the poorest of the poor families, totally free of cost. It also aims to empower the rural poor to make a permanent break from the vicious circle of poverty, ignorance, deprivation, and exclusion through quality schooling experience.
Sobha focuses on the primary reason why a student fails in school. Reading deficits, behavioral problems, lack of parental support/involvement, lack of concrete connection to the real, competitive, and technologically advanced world, lack of moral support, etc. lay the foundation of a child’s failure in school. The SOBHA ACADEMY includes learning guidance, strong support, and counseling sessions for students in need of learning support or intensive remediation.
Regular counselling sessions concerning parenting and solving family discords are given. The principal, teachers and the counsellor of the school frequently meet the parents and discuss the performance of their ward. They also suggest and find remedial ways for the improvement of the child’s academic and behavioural problems. They provide moral guidance and emotional support to maintain a healthy and harmonious family life for the betterment of the child. Parents are taught to be role models to their children. Counselling is also provided in adherence to the child norm and alcoholic de-addiction.
Pricipal
Dear Students, Parents, and Staff,
I warmly welcome you all to yet another exciting chapter at The SOBHA Academy! As we embark on another academic year, we are filled with enthusiasm to embrace Innovation and Creativity as the guiding principles of our journey. These ideals are not just words; they are the foundation upon which we are building a vibrant learning environment that nurtures every child’s potential. Each academic year has been dedicated to enhancing our educational practices through innovative methods. The initiatives we introduce broaden both students’ and teachers’ exposure to diverse methodologies and enriching activities, fostering a deeper understanding of the subjects we explore together. We also recognize
the crucial role that parental involvement plays in student success. Hence, we place equal importance on our parent community that help us to create a collaborative atmosphere where we all come together to support our children’s education. Together as SOBHA family this is just the beginning of our journey. With ambitious dreams and a passionate commitment to excellence, we are determined to cultivate SOBHA Scholars who will emerge as global citizens, effective communicators, empathetic individuals, critical thinkers, resilient problem-solvers, and open-minded learners. While this mission may be challenging, we believe that with perseverance and a positive mindset, we can turn these aspirations into reality. As Kahlil Gibran beautifully expressed:
“March on. Do not tarry. To go forward is to move towards perfection. March on, and fear not the thorns or the sharp stones on life’s path.”
Let us move forward together with courage and determination as we create a bright future for our students at The SOBHA Academy!
The SOBHA Academy
School Management
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Our Vision
To empower the future by fostering an inspiring and holistic learning ecosystem, nurturing confident and compassionate global citizens who have the knowledge and skills to access and forge extraordinary opportunities.
Our Mission
To enable all stakeholders to foster a progressive and inclusive learning environment that embodies excellence.
History and Achievements
SOBHA CSR officially entered the education sector in 2007 with the establishment of The SOBHA Academy, a premier CBSE school managed by Sri Kurumba Educational and Charitable Trust, the CSR arm of SOBHA Ltd.
Located in Panniyankara, Vadakkenchery, Palakkad, Kerala, The SOBHA Academy is a cutting-edge CBSE English medium educational institution offering world-class amenities and infrastructure. The school provides comprehensive education from kindergarten to 12th grade, embodying the standards of a modern public school.
a) In every academic year, 90 students from resource limited families from the three panchayats, Vadakkencherry, Kizhakkencherry and Kannambra in Palakkad District, are admitted to LKG. These students continue their studies in the academy up to the 12th standard.
b) The SOBHA Academy provides free of cost education, books, food, uniforms,
transportation and healthcare. Financial support to selected students for pursuing higher education.
c) There are currently 1,172 students enrolled for the academic year of 2024 –25.
d) Since inception in 2007, a total of 245 students have been completed their courses in 6 batches.
e) A total of 1,739 children have been provided with education so far.
f) The average expenditure for one student per month is Rs. 7,067.00
g) During vacations, every student receives nutritious food kits free of cost, with a total of four kits provided annually.
h) During the pandemic, parents’ mobile phones were recharged free of cost to ensure uninterrupted learning for students.
