About St. Joseph's College
St. Joseph's College is a school located in Coonoor. It is affiliated to the CISCE board. The school was established in 1888. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is St. Joseph's College affiliated to?
- St. Joseph's College is affiliated to CISCE and is a day-cum-boarding school in Coonoor.
- Where is St. Joseph's College located?
- St. Joseph's College is located at SJC Road, Coonoor – 643102, Coonoor.
- When was St. Joseph's College established?
- St. Joseph's College was established in 1888 and has been operating in Coonoor for 138 years.
- Is St. Joseph's College co-ed or single-gender?
- St. Joseph's College is a co-educational school.
- Is St. Joseph's College accepting admissions?
- St. Joseph's College 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. Joseph's College?
- You can reach St. Joseph's College on 4232230493 or by email at principal@stjosephscoonoor.com. Address: SJC Road, Coonoor, 643102.
St.Joseph's Boys' Hr. Sec. School is commonly known as St. Joseph's College. It is a residential-cum-day School. It waThe school stands amidst beautiful surroundings, on the crest of a hill 1800 metres above sea level, just a few minutes walk from both Coonoor and Wellington railway stations. The mean annual temperature being 18.3 degree Celsius.s established in 1888 by the Brothers of St. Patrick (Patrician Brothers). The Principal and the senior staff were all Irishmen till the late sixties. The school is still being run by the Patrician Brothers.
About the school
Operating out of Coonoor, Tamil Nadu, St. Joseph's College is a respected co-educational day-cum-boarding school catering to families looking for a CISCE school in Coonoor. The school has been running since 1888, giving it 138 years of continuous operation in Coonoor. St. Joseph's College is recognised by CISCE and covers up to the senior secondary stage.
Campus and learning spaces
On the operations front, the campus at St. Joseph's College lists 12 learning spaces — including Medical Room, Day care, Meals, Transportation, Boys Hostel and Girls Hostel, 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. Joseph's College's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in computer lab, CCTV coverage and smart classrooms 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.
Parent fit
Families comparing St. Joseph's College against other CISCE schools in Coonoor 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 IGCSE 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. Joseph's College against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Curriculum at St. Joseph's College
St. Joseph's College is recognised by CISCE, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English and Hindi. Academic sessions run April to March, with continuous assessment supplementing term examinations.
Location and neighbourhood
St. Joseph's College is located at SJC Road, Coonoor – 643102. Families comparing St. Joseph's College usually weigh it against other CISCE schools in Coonoor on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
From a parent's perspective, the 40:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at St. Joseph's College are sized for individual attention. Overall, St. Joseph's College suits families considering boarding and 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.
Founded in 1888, the school has a multi-generation alumni footprint in the city — a useful proxy for institutional stability when comparing options.
The campus sits within Coonoor, putting daily commute from surrounding residential pockets within a manageable window for most families.
Affordable fees position this school well for families prioritising value-for-money over premium infrastructure spend.
Key facts
- Board
- CISCE
- City
- Coonoor
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Day Cum Boarding
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi
- Established
- Student : teacher ratio
- 40:1
- School timings
- 09:00 AM TO 04:00 PM
- Academic session
- April to March
- Key facilities
- Medical Room, Day care, Meals, Transportation, Boys Hostel, Girls Hostel
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at St. Joseph's College
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at St. Joseph's College 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 St. Joseph's College
Annual tuition fees at St. Joseph's College 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. Joseph's College is affiliated to CISCE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi. Levels covered range up to senior secondary.
Facilities at St. Joseph's College
- Medical Room
- Day care
- Meals
- Transportation
- Boys Hostel
- Girls Hostel
- Wifi
- Smart Classes
Parent reviews
St. Joseph's College has an overall rating of 5.0 / 5 from 1 parent reviews on AdmissionSchool. Reviews are verified before publishing.
Read all reviewsLocation & connectivity
St. Joseph's College is located at SJC Road, Coonoor – 643102. 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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