About OIS
Orchids The International School is a school located in Thoraipakkam, Chennai. It is affiliated to the CBSE board. The school was established in 2002. Annual tuition ranges from ₹111,279 to ₹220,394 depending on grade. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is OIS affiliated to?
- Orchids The International School is affiliated to CBSE and is a day school in Thoraipakkam, Chennai.
- What are the annual fees at OIS?
- Annual tuition at Orchids The International School ranges from ₹1.11 L – ₹2.20 L/year depending on grade. Admission charges, security deposit, uniform and transport are billed separately.
- Where is OIS located?
- Orchids The International School is located at 274/8, 4th Street Okkiyam, Thuraipakkam, Thoraipakkam, Chennai – 600097, Chennai.
- When was OIS established?
- Orchids The International School was established in 2002 and has been operating in Chennai for 24 years.
- Is OIS co-ed or single-gender?
- Orchids The International School is a co-educational school.
- Is OIS accepting admissions?
- Orchids The International School is open to enquiries for April to March. Use the Apply or Enquire button on this page to start an enquiry.
- How can I contact OIS?
- You can reach Orchids The International School on 7208878901 or by email at marketing.Thoraipakkam@orchids.edu.in. Address: 274/8, 4th Street Okkiyam, Thuraipakkam, Thoraipakkam, Chennai, 600097.
About the school
Orchids The International School — a co-educational day school in Thoraipakkam, Chennai — is among the respected options parents shortlisting schools consider when shortlisting the best schools in Chennai. The school has been running since 2002, giving it 24 years of continuous operation in Chennai. OIS runs on the CBSE framework and covers up to the secondary stage.
Campus and learning spaces
For day-to-day learning, the campus at OIS lists 12 learning spaces — including Medical Room, Day care, Transportation, Alumni Association, Wifi and Smart Classes, plus 6 more. Between them, these spaces support classroom teaching, structured sport and the school's co-curricular calendar.
Parent fit
Families comparing OIS against other CBSE schools in Chennai usually weigh three things: how the school handles the transition between primary and senior school, the strength of the co-curricular calendar, and how transparent the admissions team is during the enquiry. If you're choosing between State board and IB for the long-term exit, factor in the colleges your child is most likely to apply to — that decision often settles the board question more cleanly than a side-by-side feature comparison. Use the Compare tool on the platform to stack OIS against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, OIS's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in smart classrooms, CCTV coverage and library where the campus supports it. Continuous assessment is layered on top of the term examinations, with project work and lab assignments contributing to the final grade in most subjects.
Fees and what they cover
Annual tuition at OIS falls in the ₹1.11 L – ₹2.20 L/year range, with the exact figure depending on the grade. One-time admission charges, security deposit (often refundable), uniform, books and transport are billed separately. Parents shortlisting schools should review the grade-wise fee breakdown on the Fees tab before applying — the fee structure is revised each academic session.
Curriculum at OIS
OIS runs on the CBSE framework, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English and Hindi. As a CBSE-affiliated school, the academic plan is built around NCERT-aligned content and prepares students for JEE, NEET and central-university entrance routes. Academic sessions run April to March, with continuous assessment supplementing term examinations.
Location and neighbourhood
OIS is located at 274/8, 4th Street Okkiyam, Thuraipakkam, Thoraipakkam, Chennai – 600097. Thoraipakkam is a respected residential pocket of Chennai, with established neighbourhood infrastructure around the school. Parents shortlisting schools comparing OIS usually weigh it against other CBSE schools in Chennai on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
Looking past the brochure, the 14:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at OIS are sized for individual attention. Overall, OIS suits families wanting a co-educational setting. Read the FAQs below for quick answers to common parent questions, and use the Admissions tab for the step-by-step application process.
Set in Thoraipakkam, Chennai, the school is reachable by school transport, private cabs and — where the city supports it — local public transit.
The CBSE framework here is aligned to NEP 2020 directions — competency-based assessment, reduced rote weightage and structured project work feed into the term grade alongside written exams.
Premium fees here usually fund larger campus footprints, smaller class sizes and broader co-curricular budgets compared to mid-range alternatives in the city.
Key facts
- Board
- CBSE
- City
- Chennai
- Area
- Thoraipakkam
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Day School
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi
- Established
- Annual tuition fees
- ₹1.11 L – ₹2.20 L/year
- Student : teacher ratio
- 14:1
- School timings
- 9:30 AM TO 6:00 PM
- Academic session
- April to March
- Key facilities
- Medical Room, Day care, Transportation, Alumni Association, Wifi, Smart Classes
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at OIS
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Orchids The International School typically open between November and February. Status is currently enquiring. Use the Enquire button on this page to start a formal enquiry.
- 1Fill application form —
- 2Document verification at school —
Fees at OIS
Annual tuition fees at Orchids The International School range from ₹1.11 L – ₹2.20 L/year, depending on grade. One-time admission fees, security deposit (often refundable), uniform and transport are charged separately. We update fees from official school sources at least once per academic session.
See grade-wise fee breakdownCurriculum & boards
Orchids The International School is affiliated to CBSE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi. Levels covered range up to secondary.
Facilities at OIS
- Medical Room
- Day care
- Transportation
- Alumni Association
- Wifi
- Smart Classes
- AC Classes
- Ramps
Parent reviews
Orchids The International School has an overall rating of 4.0 / 5 from 2 parent reviews on AdmissionSchool. Reviews are verified before publishing.
Read all reviewsLocation & connectivity
Orchids The International School is located at 274/8, 4th Street Okkiyam, Thuraipakkam, Thoraipakkam, Chennai – 600097. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
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