Arb International School

Arb International School is situated out in Thalakkarai Village, along the Palakkad Road in Pollachi. It’s a bit of a drive from the main town, but that gives us a lot of space and a bit of peace. We started this school because there was a need for something local in this part of Zamin Muth. The buildings are simple and we try to keep the grounds tidy. It’s a lot of work running a school, much more than people realize. Between the classrooms and the outdoor areas, there is always something that needs fixing or painting. We have teachers who come in from all over the area. It’s not a high-pressure environment; we just want the kids to learn their lessons and be decent people. You’ll often hear the sound of the kids playing during the breaks, which is the best part of the day. The village atmosphere is nice, and we’ve become a part of the local landscape here. We don't have those massive budgets that big city schools have, so we make do with what we've got. It’s about being practical and providing a place for education right here in the village. Sometimes the buses run late or the rain makes the road a bit messy, but we just deal with it as it comes. It’s a real place with real people trying to do something good for the kids.