East-Pole Secondary School

East-Pole Secondary School is expanding its focus on inquiry-based learning, creativity, sports and international-minded education, offering programmes from Montessori to Grade 12.

Established in 1995, East-Pole Secondary School provides education from early childhood through higher secondary level. The school’s educational approach combines academic learning with co-curricular activities, aiming to develop students’ critical thinking, creativity, integrity and appreciation of diversity.

According to its official website, the school serves more than 1,500 students and has over 150 faculty members and staff. Its stated vision is to nurture learners who act responsibly and contribute to a more peaceful and sustainable future.

International Baccalaureate approach

East-Pole Secondary School is a candidate school for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP). The programme is designed for children aged 3–12 and focuses on intellectual, personal, emotional and social development.

The school’s approach emphasises inquiry-based learning, encouraging students to ask questions, explore ideas and develop a deeper understanding of the world around them. Its educational philosophy also promotes open-mindedness, ethical responsibility, collaboration and independent thinking.

The IB learner profile highlighted by the school includes qualities such as being an inquirer, knowledgeable, a thinker, a communicator, principled, open-minded, caring, a risk-taker, balanced and reflective.

The school notes that candidate status does not guarantee authorisation as an IB World School.

Programmes from Montessori to Grade 12

East-Pole Secondary School offers educational programmes across five stages, providing a pathway from early childhood to higher secondary education.

• Montessori (PG–UKG): Focuses on learning through play and early childhood development.

• Primary Years (Grades 1–5): Builds foundational knowledge and learning skills.

• Lower Secondary (Grades 6–7): Encourages exploration and further academic development.

• Secondary (Grades 8–10): Supports students’ academic progress and preparation for future studies.

• +2 College (Grades 11–12): Extends the educational pathway to higher secondary level.

Through these stages, the school aims to support learners as they progress through different levels of education.

Academic learning and modern facilities

The school identifies academic excellence, personalised attention and inquiry-based learning among its educational priorities. Its campus facilities include smart classrooms, science laboratories, a library, a computer laboratory and playgrounds.

These facilities support classroom instruction and provide spaces for practical learning and student activities. The school also highlights arts and culture as important parts of student development, with music, dance, drama and visual arts included among its areas of focus.

Sports, arts and extracurricular activities

East-Pole Secondary School places emphasis on sports and athletics as part of its wider educational approach. Its website highlights activities ranging from cricket to athletics, with an emphasis on physical fitness, teamwork and competitive participation.

The school also promotes music, dance, drama and visual arts to encourage creativity and self-expression.

Its listed achievements include recognition at the 14th Rastrapati Running Shield, a first-place finish in Wushu at the national-level Rastrapati Running Shield, a first-place result in the Loyalty Football Cup and a first-place finish in a Teej dance competition.

These achievements reflect the range of sporting and cultural activities represented in the school community.

Leadership and educational community

The school’s leadership team includes Founder Chairman Ishwor Prasad Sapkota, Founder Managing Director Nirmala Sapkota, Programme Director Kusal Thapa, Director Milan KC, Head of School Sharan Adhikari and Principal Rajan Karki.

The school also has designated coordinators and in-charges for its Montessori, Primary Years, lower secondary and secondary sections.

Its stated core values- inquiry, integrity, community and open-mindedness-guide its approach to teaching, learning and relationships within the school community.

Admissions and contact information

East-Pole Secondary School invites families to explore its programmes and admission opportunities through its official website.

East-Pole Secondary School

• Location: Kathmandu, Nepal

• Telephone: 01-4910990

• Email: [email protected]

• Website: https://eastpoleschool.edu.np/

By combining academic programmes, inquiry-based learning, sports, arts and a focus on international-mindedness, East-Pole Secondary School aims to support students’ development from early childhood through Grade 12.