Edappally - Pukkattupady Rd, Kangarappady, Kochi, Kerala 682021, India
Wellbeing
Fee schedule year: Aug 2025
Fees are reported from third-party listings; verify with school.
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Tuition | ₹50,400 | As per Edustoke (Aug 2025) |
| Transport | ₹7,500 | Annual; confirm route-based variation |
| Admission / Registration Fee | ₹5,500 | One-time; confirm refund policy |
| Daycare | ₹2,800 / month | Optional add-on |
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Enrollment is available throughout the year, though primary admissions sessions usually occur between March and May. For further information, please dial +91 98469 11222 or +91 89211 59294.
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Overview
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Strengths
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Recommendations / Questions to Ask
New-age school fit
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Sports-focused
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Performing arts-focused
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Arts-focused
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Alternative education
Possible fit
Outdoor/nature learning
Possible fit
Aggregated insights from parent feedback. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Preschool (Playgroup–UKG)
Positives
Feedback highlights the welcoming teachers and the open-air, play-centric environment, which creates a safe space for young learners.
Watch out for
Parents have noted inconsistencies in communication and fee clarity.
Ask: Ask for a printed fee structure and inquire about the school's methods for notifying parents of updates.
Afterschool / Daycare
Positives
Working parents appreciate the availability of care until 7:30 PM, and the program is viewed as organized and supervised.
Watch out for
Information regarding transportation logistics and the total cost of daycare is sometimes unclear.
Ask: Verify whether costs are billed monthly or by term and discuss protocols for late pickup.
Extracurriculars / Sports
Positives
The Backyard Academy is listed in Kochi, India. Its listed curriculum is Playschools; confirm current affiliation with the school. Listed grades: Nursery - 12. Confirm current intake with the school. Fee details are available by contacting the school directly. Parent reviews can be submitted on EduTribe to help other families shortlist this school. Notable highlights: The campus is co-located with The Backyard Activity Arena, which features professional sports turf.; Instructional philosophy emphasizes nature-based exploration rather than traditional academic drilling.; Organizes large-scale summer programs accommodating as many as 200 kids..
Quick facts
Highlights
Board / Curriculum
Playschools
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium / Languages
English, Malayalam
Type
Co-ed
Students
Around 80–100 children
Student–Teacher Ratio
15:1
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
682021
Leadership & Staff
Not published, but described as a large, nurturing campus with open-air classrooms and a football turf.
Age Range
2–6 years (Playgroup through UKG); summer programs are available for older youth.
Family Backgrounds
Primarily middle-income families residing in the Edappally, Kakkanad, and surrounding vicinities.
Socio-economic Profile
Middle to upper-middle-class households, including many working professionals in Kochi’s business and tech sectors.
Child Profiles
Ideal for youngsters who have an affinity for creative tasks, sports, and outdoor activities.
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Academic-focused
Possible fit
How the school appears to approach teaching, assessment, pressure, and child fit.
Teaching philosophy
Alternative education
Best suited for
Children who benefit from outdoor and nature-led learning
Sports focus, coaching, participation, and specific sports available.
Sports focus
Strong
Football
Strong
Detected football from existing profile text.
Visual arts, music, dance, drama/theatre, productions, and dedicated creative spaces.
Arts focus
Strong
Performing arts focus
Strong
Drama / theatre
Strong
Visual arts
Strong
Detected theatre, visual arts from existing profile text.
Use these during a visit or admissions call to verify the fit signals before you decide.
The arts programs and football turf are significant highlights, and children generally find the range of activities enjoyable.
Watch out for
The effectiveness of these programs can fluctuate based on scheduling and the availability of coaching staff.
Ask: Check the frequency of sports activities and inquire about the ratio of coaches to children.