Navigating Your Journey: Manthan's College and Career Counseling Services

The focus of our College and Career Counselling Office is two-fold – the first is to help students explore and understand the range of career choices available to them, the second is to help them execute a robust plan to reach their goals.

Our Philosophy

At Manthan, we believe in a systematic career exploration and college planning approach. The programme is a three-party partnership among the students, the parents and the school. Our counselling office works closely with the families of our students to understand their needs and find the right fit for their children. Our teachers help us understand our students’ academic skills and personalities. They also aid in developing students’ skills through project work.

Career Exploration Through The Years

We explain basic terms and ideas while focusing on honing their interests and skills through academic and extracurricular activities.

We conduct an “Ikigai”-based workshop to understand and identify the career parameters. The students also undertake Interest Inventory and Myers-Briggs personality tests to understand the various career options that would best fit their personalities. One-on-one counselling sessions are offered upon request.

We work with students and their parents and guide them through various factors pertaining to college selection, be it the geographic locations, entrance exams, campus or extra co-curricular activity support.

We have weekly classroom sessions that cover topics related to career exploration. We also provide personalised college counselling, review students’ applications and essays, conduct mock interviews and support them in all other key aspects of the college application process.

Beyond the Classroom

In keeping with Manthan’s philosophy, our counselling programme takes a holistic approach towards college and career planning. We understand that ‘FIT’ is a critical aspect in selecting potential careers and college majors. We help them through the following steps:

Conduct sessions on the importance of experiential learning.
Compile and share an extensive list of experiential opportunities, including summer programmes, volunteer opportunities, research options, and national/ international competitions.
Partner with our parent body, local companies and research laboratories to offer internships.
Partner with universities to provide boot camps and master classes on various topics.
Bring universities to campus (physically or online) through university fairs or focussed application workshops.
Conduct career panels and talks.

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Manthan Career Panel

Guest Panellists

Manthan organises a series of career panels featuring distinguished professionals from various industries. These panels are aimed at helping our high school students explore different career options by hearing first-hand from industry experts. We aim to cover both traditional (Engineering, Medicine, Management etc.) and non-traditional (Media, Filmmaking, Design etc.) career paths.

Parent Panellists

As part of our commitment to helping our students succeed and excel, Manthan has hosted a Careers in Life Sciences (Bio-X and Pharma) panel. All panellists were parents of Manthanites.

Our students were encouraged to use this opportunity to learn more about this dynamic and fast-growing industry and its various career paths. They got to ask all the questions about these professions that they may not have been able to get answered from online resources.

Anil Kumar

Retd Vice President,
Times of India, Hyderabad

Sandeep Bommireddi

Co-founder,
Adonmo

Mrinalini Shastry

Development Sector & Entrepreneurship

Sukanya Ghosh

Assistant Manager,
Communications, Deloitte

Sowmiya Raj

Bioinformatics Software Manager,
Computational Genomics, DuPont

Shilpi Sahay

Head of Human Resources,
Gland Pharma

Priti Pandey

Biostatistician & Group Head,
Novartis

Aarti S

Principal Scientist,
Dr Reddy’s Institute of Life Sciences

FAQ’s

1. What is the teaching methodology followed at The Manthan School?

At Manthan, we embrace a student-centered approach to education, prioritizing the active engagement and participation of learners in their own development. Our lessons are built around collaborative learning, where students work together in groups to research, discuss, and analyze their findings. This process is guided by our skilled and experienced teachers, who provide support while encouraging independent thinking and teamwork.

Additionally, our lessons are designed with differentiated learning in mind, ensuring that the diverse needs of students with varying cognitive abilities are met. By tailoring instruction to accommodate different learning styles and mental capacities, we create an inclusive environment where every student can thrive and reach their full potential.

2. What are the academic programs and curriculums offered?

At Manthan, we provide both the CBSE and Cambridge curricula, offering students a well-rounded education with global perspectives. All students follow the Cambridge curriculum until Grade 7, after which they and their parents are given the choice to continue with either the Cambridge pathway or switch to the CBSE curriculum, based on their academic goals and preferences.

For those opting for the CBSE curriculum, students will sit for the national board examinations at the end of Grade 10 and Grade 12. Alternatively, students who choose the Cambridge pathway will take the internationally recognized IGCSE exams at the end of Grade 10, followed by AS Level exams in Grade 11, and A Level exams in Grade 12.

3. At what grade levels does career guidance begin at Manthan School?

Career guidance at the school is introduced in a structured manner starting from Grade 9, laying the foundation for informed decision-making as students prepare for their future. However, the school also extends support to middle school students and their parents, particularly when selecting academic boards or choosing subjects.

How does Manthan School support students in selecting the right college or career "fit"?

We organize numerous one-on-one discussions with students and parents to understand their interests and aspirations. Based on these insights, our career counselor provides structured guidance to help students identify suitable colleges and build a personalized database of options that align with their goals. Additionally, we conduct workshops to raise awareness among high school students about eligibility criteria, admission requirements, and the opportunities available. To further support their journey, we host university fairs and arrange individual sessions with representatives from universities in India and abroad, giving students a comprehensive understanding of the programs and offerings available to them.

How can students access internships or summer programs through the career counselling office?

We release complete information about internships and summer programmes at times to all the eligible students and parents through mails, on teams as and when there is an opportunity.The process to apply also is mentioned.

How does Manthan partner with global universities to provide career exposure?

Manthan has partnered with Indian as well as Global universities with our career counsellors and teachers collaborating with these universities through various platforms.

Does Manthan organize university fairs or application workshops for college admissions?

Yes , we organise these at regular intervals.

What is this Future Pathway Program and how does it help my child?

The Future Pathways Programme is a structured initiative designed to guide students in exploring and preparing for their academic and career aspirations.At Manthan, we have well-informed Future Pathway Advisor and Career Advisor to support students in their career readiness and planning.Students receive guidance on college pathway roadmaps, profile building, and career exploration, including personality and interest assessments. Through global college selection and workshops ,complemented by one-on-one sessions and personalized counselling, essay reviews, mock interviews, and weekly sessions help students navigate application processes and prepare for successful admissions.