Padua Pre University College

This college is located in Nanthoor, over in Mangalore. We’ve been here in the 575004 zip code area for quite some time. Pre-university is a busy time for students because they are all worried about what comes next. You’ll see them hanging out near the entrance between classes, usually talking about their upcoming exams or just catching up. The building has a lot of history to it. It’s not one of those brand-new glass buildings you see in the city center. It’s more traditional and sturdy. We have a lot of different subjects taught here, so there is always someone moving from one room to another. Mangalore can be quite rainy, so the corridors are often full of umbrellas during the monsoon season. We don't really go in for fancy advertisements. Most students come here because their older siblings or neighbors did. The staff is mostly local people who have been in education for years. It’s a straightforward place to study. We don't have any hidden agendas. We just provide the space and the teachers for the students to get through these two years. There is a lot of focus on the textbooks and making sure the syllabus is covered before the final tests. It's a regular part of life here in Nanthoor. The students keep us busy, and there’s always something that needs fixing or organizing in the office. We just keep the routine going for everyone.