About St Hildas Higher Secondary School
St Hildas Higher Secondary School is a school located in Ooty. It is affiliated to the ICSE board. The school was established in 1895. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is St Hildas Higher Secondary School affiliated to?
- St Hildas Higher Secondary School is affiliated to ICSE and is a full-boarding school in Ooty.
- Where is St Hildas Higher Secondary School located?
- St Hildas Higher Secondary School is located at Sheddon Rd, Pudumund, Ooty – 643001, Ooty.
- When was St Hildas Higher Secondary School established?
- St Hildas Higher Secondary School was established in 1895 and has been operating in Ooty for 131 years.
- Is St Hildas Higher Secondary School co-ed or single-gender?
- St Hildas Higher Secondary School is a girls-only school.
- Is St Hildas Higher Secondary School accepting admissions?
- St Hildas Higher Secondary 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 St Hildas Higher Secondary School?
- You can reach St Hildas Higher Secondary School on 04232442540 or by email at shssecretary2013@gmail.com. Address: Sheddon Rd, Pudumund, Ooty, 643001.
OUR MISSION The mission of St. Hilda’s School, Ootacamund, is to create an institution of excellence that integrates knowledge and learning, equipping students for life through the effective application of Christian values and academic rigor. Our aim is to nurture students academically, socially, and emotionally—enabling them to discern truth, articulate their faith, and become compassionate leaders and committed servants in their chosen fields. OUR VISION The vision of St. Hilda’s School, Ootacamund, is to prepare young women to lead faithful Christian lives, so that God may use them to serve others and strive toward building a better world.
About the school
Set in Ooty, Tamil Nadu, St Hildas Higher Secondary School is a long-standing girls-only full boarding school catering to parents shortlisting schools looking for a ICSE school in Ooty. The school has been running since 1895, giving it 131 years of continuous operation in Ooty. St Hildas Higher Secondary School runs on the ICSE framework and covers up to the senior secondary stage.
Parent fit
Families comparing St Hildas Higher Secondary School against other ICSE schools in Ooty 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 State board 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 St Hildas Higher Secondary School against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Curriculum at St Hildas Higher Secondary School
St Hildas Higher Secondary School runs on the ICSE framework, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English and Hindi. 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.
Campus and physical resources
For day-to-day learning, the campus at St Hildas Higher Secondary School lists 12 physical resources — including Medical Room, Meals, Transportation, Girls Hostel, AC Classes and Wifi, plus 6 more. Between them, these spaces support classroom teaching, structured sport and the school's co-curricular calendar.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, St Hildas Higher Secondary School's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in smart classrooms, computer lab 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.
Location and neighbourhood
St Hildas Higher Secondary School is located at Sheddon Rd, Pudumund, Ooty – 643001. Parents shortlisting schools comparing St Hildas Higher Secondary School usually weigh it against other ICSE schools in Ooty on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
Looking past the brochure, the 30:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at St Hildas Higher Secondary School are sized for individual attention. Overall, St Hildas Higher Secondary School suits families considering boarding and parents seeking a girls-only environment. 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 Ooty, the school is reachable by school transport, private cabs and — where the city supports it — local public transit.
The ICSE curriculum weights internal assessment heavily — laboratory work, English-language assignments and project files contribute meaningfully to the final board grade.
On the fee side, St Hildas Higher Secondary School sits in the affordable bracket for the city — parents typically compare it against state-aided and trust-run options at a similar price point.
Key facts
- Board
- ICSE
- City
- Ooty
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Full Boarding
- Gender
- Girls
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi
- Established
- Student : teacher ratio
- 30:1
- School timings
- 08:30 AM to 04:45 PM
- Academic session
- April TO March
- Key facilities
- Medical Room, Meals, Transportation, Girls Hostel, AC Classes, Wifi
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at St Hildas Higher Secondary School
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at St Hildas Higher Secondary 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 —
- 2Written test of applicant —
- 3Parent's interaction/interview —
- 4Applicant's oral test —
- 5Document verification at school —
Fees at St Hildas Higher Secondary School
Annual tuition fees at St Hildas Higher Secondary School range from ₹0/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
St Hildas Higher Secondary School is affiliated to ICSE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi. Levels covered range up to senior secondary.
Facilities at St Hildas Higher Secondary School
- Medical Room
- Meals
- Transportation
- Girls Hostel
- AC Classes
- Wifi
- Smart Classes
- Debate
Parent reviews
St Hildas Higher Secondary School has an overall rating of 4.0 / 5 from 1 parent reviews on AdmissionSchool. Reviews are verified before publishing.
Read all reviewsLocation & connectivity
St Hildas Higher Secondary School is located at Sheddon Rd, Pudumund, Ooty – 643001. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
Hostel & Boarding
Boys' hostel
- Room types
- Single, Double, Triple
Girls' hostel
- Room types
- Single, Double, Triple
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