The school was established in 2013 by Adoor Diocese of the Mar Thoma Syrian Church of Malabar under a registered society named Mar Thoma Development Society. The school is situated in 9.5 acre campus at Zionkunnu, a blessed land by the life and teachings of Sadhu Kochukunju upadeshi ,a prayerful saint. This divine land is an ideal place enriched with green lushes, and away from the hustle and bustle of the town, a congenial environment for learning.
While maintaining high standard in the academic field, the educational programme offers opportunities in various co-curricular activities. Art, Craft, Dance, Dramatics, Elocution, Gardening, Music, various indoor and
outdoor Games and Sports Activity are all part of the programme offered by the school. The Competitions are held in games, sports and various cultural activities.
School provide High-tech and spacious hygienic class rooms, smart class with Digital Data Centre and Multi media Production centre for learning enjoyable and meaningful. School is equipped with a Language Lab with an international standard, a Computer Lab with modern computer technologies, a meditative chapel for spiritual nourishment and a Yoga Court for holistic development.
The aim of the school is to impart quality education for the holistic development of the children and to help them take their right place in home, society and state. The school aims at inculcating a system of Values which are rooted in our rich culture and traditions. The school is co-educational.
Mar Thoma Residential School, Kalayapuram, is nestled atop a serene mountain, offering a splendid environment for both teaching and learning. The scenic location of our institution fosters a holistic atmosphere—physical, mental, intellectual, spiritual, and social—where young minds can blossom in a multi-faceted manner.
We believe a homely and nurturing environment is essential for the balanced growth and development of children. With this in mind, we strive to provide all modern amenities, including advanced teaching and learning tools, to support both our students and educators.
The vision of the New National Education Policy (NEP) is central to our educational approach, guiding us in offering enriched opportunities for learning and development.
Our aim is to nurture a generation that values love, care, sharing, commitment, and justice—true citizens dedicated to the betterment of our great nation, India. We assure every student who joins our prestigious institution of personal attention and dedicated care.
Beseeching God’s immense blessings on everyone.
With Prayerful Regards,
Rt. Rev. Mathews Mar Seraphim
Mar Thoma Residential School, Kalayapuram, located at Zionkunnu—a place blessed by Sadhu Kochukunju Upadesi—follows the CBSE curriculum. Established in 2013 by the Adoor Diocese of the Mar Thoma Syrian Church of Malabar, the school is registered under the Travancore-Cochin Literary, Scientific and Charitable Societies Act XII of 1955.
The school is set on a spacious 9.5-acre campus, offering a peaceful and conducive environment for learning. Currently, it offers classes from Playschool to Std 8. We also provide transportation facilities for the convenience of our students.
Mar Thoma Residential School is steadily progressing on its path of growth and excellence. We believe that education is the most powerful and effective means for the advancement of any community, and we are committed to nurturing responsible, value-based, and enlightened individuals for the future.
With Regards,
Rev. Baby John
At Mar Thoma Residential School, we believe that education is not merely a means to academic success, but a foundation for building responsible, compassionate, and socially conscious individuals. In today’s rapidly changing world, it is vital that our students not only excel in knowledge and skills, but also understand their roles as active contributors to society.
In line with this vision, our school is committed to nurturing a strong sense of social responsibility among our students. Through community outreach programs, environmental initiatives, and value-based learning, we encourage students to engage meaningfully with the society around them. We aim to instill empathy, integrity, and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that shape our communities.
Furthermore, we are proud to align our teaching and learning processes with the National Curriculum Framework (NCF). Our approach emphasizes the development of both cognitive and emotional skills, preparing students to thrive in diverse environments and lead with purpose.
We invite parents, educators, and community members to join us in fostering a culture of learning that is deeply rooted in social commitment and national educational goals.
Warm regards,
Rev. Jacob K Samuel
Welcome to Mar Thoma Residential School, a place where education is not just about acquiring knowledge, but about shaping character, nurturing values, and preparing young minds for a meaningful life.
In today’s dynamic and complex world, we strongly believe that value-based education is essential. Our goal is to help students develop a strong moral compass, respect for diversity, empathy, and a deep sense of responsibility towards society. We strive to create an environment where academic excellence goes hand in hand with integrity, compassion, and social awareness.
We are proud to align our educational practices with the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP). The NEP emphasizes holistic, flexible, and multidisciplinary learning that caters to the needs of 21st-century learners. At MTRS, we embrace this forward-thinking approach by fostering critical thinking, creativity, and lifelong learning in our students.
As part of this commitment, we also follow the guidelines set forth in the National Curriculum Framework (NCF). The NCF provides us with a robust framework that integrates academic learning with life skills, promotes experiential learning, and encourages learner-centric pedagogies. It helps us ensure that our curriculum remains relevant, inclusive, and empowering for all students.
Together with our dedicated staff, supportive parents, and curious learners, we are building a school community rooted in values and committed to excellence. Let us work together to inspire young minds and shape a better future.
Warm regards,
Mrs. Rency Jacob
Principal
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Education is a process of igniting young minds into an impressive personality. At Mar Thoma Residential School, Zionkunnu we aim to impart quality education for the development of the total personality of the children and to help them to take their right place in home, society and state. School’s elegant academic programmes and innovative teaching methods encourage the students to realize their own unique potential. MTRS inculcates qualities for a moral and social living, that enables the child towards openness and charity to each other and to whole world. We are continuously guided by the qualitative principles in the field of education to appropriate the institution for the generations. MTRS envisions to mould a society of progressive and glowing personalities to uplift a humanitarian world. We as a family value God Almighty as the guiding spirit in working and growing together for a blessed world.
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