Impact Evaluation of the SLATE–Rotary Educational Intervention
at GRFTVHSS, Thevara

NPoC was the RAAR (Review, Audit, Analysis, and Research) team, which conducted an in-depth evaluation of the S.L.A.T.E–Rotary intervention at GRFTVHSS, Thevara, a government fisheries school in Kochi, Kerala. The intervention was aimed at 150 students from grades 8th to 12th. The evaluation aimed to assess the educational and institutional impact of a multi-component educational initiative implemented with support from the Rotary Club Greater Cochin. 

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The project introduced five key components: Gamified Math, Curiosity-Driven Learning, Career Guidance, Academic Tutoring and a Learning Resource Platform. Together, these interventions aimed to improve student engagement, academic performance and exposure to future pathways.

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The evaluation was guided by the OECD DAC framework, which enabled a systematic review across six criteria: relevance, coherence, efficiency, effectiveness, impact and sustainability. Our team developed tailored questionnaires for each intervention, ensuring alignment with the school’s context and the needs of the students.

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Using a mixed-methods approach, we conducted surveys, focus group discussions, and semi-structured interviews with students, teachers, and collaborators. The telephonic surveys were carried out with the support of the SLATE-RAAR volunteers, and data collection was designed to uphold ethical standards, including informed consent and confidentiality.

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This evaluation reflects NPoC’s commitment to producing grounded research. By translating field data into actionable insights, we continue to help partners scale interventions that are context-sensitive, student-focused and impact-driven.

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