About Sishya School
Sishya School is a school located in Adyar, Chennai. It is affiliated to the ICSE board. The school was established in 1972. Annual tuition ranges from ₹38,115 to ₹42,350 depending on grade. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is Sishya School affiliated to?
- Sishya School is affiliated to ICSE and is a day school in Adyar, Chennai.
- What are the annual fees at Sishya School?
- Annual tuition at Sishya School ranges from ₹38K – ₹42K/year depending on grade. Admission charges, security deposit, uniform and transport are billed separately.
- Where is Sishya School located?
- Sishya School is located at New Number 2, Padmanabha Nagar, Adyar, Chennai – 600020, Chennai.
- When was Sishya School established?
- Sishya School was established in 1972 and has been operating in Chennai for 54 years.
- Is Sishya School co-ed or single-gender?
- Sishya School is a co-educational school.
- Is Sishya School accepting admissions?
- Sishya 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 Sishya School?
- You can reach Sishya School on 4424912652 or by email at sishya@sishya.com. Address: New Number 2, Padmanabha Nagar, Adyar, Chennai, 600020.
About the school
Sishya School is a co-educational day school set in Adyar, Chennai. The school has been running since 1972, giving it 54 years of continuous operation in Chennai. Sishya School runs on the ICSE framework and covers up to the senior secondary stage.
Fees and what they cover
Annual tuition at Sishya School falls in the ₹38K – ₹42K/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.
Parent fit
Families comparing Sishya School against other ICSE 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 CBSE 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 Sishya School against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Curriculum at Sishya School
Sishya School runs on the ICSE framework, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English. The ICSE curriculum emphasises English-language depth and detailed internal assessments alongside board examinations. Academic sessions run April to March, with continuous assessment supplementing term examinations.
Location and neighbourhood
Sishya School is located at New Number 2, Padmanabha Nagar, Adyar, Chennai – 600020. Adyar is a popular residential pocket of Chennai, with established neighbourhood infrastructure around the school. Parents shortlisting schools comparing Sishya School usually weigh it against other ICSE schools in Chennai on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
From a parent's perspective, the 20:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at Sishya School are sized for individual attention. Overall, Sishya School 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.
Affordable fees position this school well for families prioritising value-for-money over premium infrastructure spend.
As a day school the calendar mirrors most working-parent schedules, with co-curricular slots typically built into the regular timetable rather than after-school add-ons.
Founded in 1972, the school has a multi-generation alumni footprint in the city — a useful proxy for institutional stability when comparing options.
Key facts
- Board
- ICSE
- City
- Chennai
- Area
- Adyar
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Day School
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English
- Established
- Annual tuition fees
- ₹38K – ₹42K/year
- Student : teacher ratio
- 20:1
- School timings
- 09:00 AM TO 12:00 PM (Approx.)
- Academic session
- April to March
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at Sishya School
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Sishya 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 Sishya School
Annual tuition fees at Sishya School range from ₹38K – ₹42K/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
Sishya School is affiliated to ICSE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English. Levels covered range up to senior secondary.
Facilities at Sishya School
Facility details are being updated. See the Facilities tab for the latest list.
All facilitiesLocation & connectivity
Sishya School is located at New Number 2, Padmanabha Nagar, Adyar, Chennai – 600020. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
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