Started in 1970 at Ernakulam, the Kochi Kendra is now the premier meeting place for various cultural, educational and social activities of Bhavan as also of numerous social and cultural organization of the city.
The Nursery Teacher Training Course for 2010 - 2011 began on 1st June 2010. Twenty Six students successfully completed the course. Most of them have got employed in different nursery schools both in Kerala and outside the State. The course curriculum includes theory and practical. The students are given a lot of practical experience in teaching in the various Bala Mandir schools in the city. Professionals are invited to give lectures and demonstrations on the different aspects of early childhood care and education. The curriculum is updated regularly.
In -Charge: Smt. Umadevi K P
Bhavan’s Bala Mandir , the Nursery wing which was started in 1971 has now six branches with a total strength of 2020 students approximately 93 teaching and 14 non – teaching staff members . This academic year started on 4th June 2010.The curriculum is designed to expose the child to various stimulating experiences which promote mental growth and personality development. Equal importance is given to curricular as well as co-curricular activities. Children celebrated all the annual festivals. Teachers were given opportunities to improve their professional competence by attending workshops and training programmes.