About The Cliff School
The Cliff School is a school located in Ooty. It is affiliated to the CBSE board. The school was established in 1955. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is The Cliff School affiliated to?
- The Cliff School is affiliated to CBSE and is a full-boarding school in Ooty.
- Where is The Cliff School located?
- The Cliff School is located at Mary's Hill, Woodcock Rd, Kathadimattam, Ooty – 643001, Ooty.
- When was The Cliff School established?
- The Cliff School was established in 1955 and has been operating in Ooty for 71 years.
- Is The Cliff School co-ed or single-gender?
- The Cliff School is a co-educational school.
- Is The Cliff School accepting admissions?
- The Cliff 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 The Cliff School?
- You can reach The Cliff School on 8778915113 or by email at admissions@thecliffschool.in. Address: Mary's Hill, Woodcock Rd, Kathadimattam, Ooty, 643001.
Founded in the year 1955 by the late P.I. Zachariah, a pioneer in the field of child Education in the Nilgiris. During its decades of existence, it has successfully coached many boys and girls for admission to the leading public schools namely, the Lawrence School, Lovedale, and several other English Medium Schools in the Nilgiris and elsewhere in the South.
About the school
The Cliff School is a co-educational full boarding school set in Ooty, Tamil Nadu. The school has been running since 1955, giving it 71 years of continuous operation in Ooty. The Cliff School follows the CBSE curriculum and covers up to the middle school stage.
Parent fit
Families comparing The Cliff School against other CBSE 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 State board and ICSE 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 The Cliff School against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Curriculum at The Cliff School
The Cliff School follows the CBSE curriculum, 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.
Campus and learning spaces
On the academic side, the campus at The Cliff School lists 12 learning spaces — including Medical Room, Day care, Meals, Boys Hostel, Girls Hostel 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, The Cliff School's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in smart classrooms, audio-visual room and infirmary 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
The Cliff School is located at Mary's Hill, Woodcock Rd, Kathadimattam, Ooty – 643001. Parents shortlisting schools comparing The Cliff School usually weigh it against other CBSE schools in Ooty on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
Looking past the brochure, the 30:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at The Cliff School are sized for individual attention. Overall, The Cliff School 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 1955, the school has a multi-generation alumni footprint in the city — a useful proxy for institutional stability when comparing options.
The campus sits within Ooty, putting daily commute from surrounding residential pockets within a manageable window for most families.
CBSE syllabus coverage prepares students for the JEE, NEET and CUET pathways most parents in India shortlist when planning the senior-school exit.
Key facts
- Board
- CBSE
- City
- Ooty
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Full Boarding
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Middle
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi
- Established
- Student : teacher ratio
- 30:1
- School timings
- 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM
- Academic session
- April to March
- Key facilities
- Medical Room, Day care, Meals, Boys Hostel, Girls Hostel, Wifi
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at The Cliff School
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at The Cliff 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 The Cliff School
Annual tuition fees at The Cliff 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
The Cliff School is affiliated to CBSE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi. Levels covered range up to middle.
Facilities at The Cliff School
- Medical Room
- Day care
- Meals
- Boys Hostel
- Girls Hostel
- Wifi
- Smart Classes
- Washrooms
Location & connectivity
The Cliff School is located at Mary's Hill, Woodcock Rd, Kathadimattam, 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
Food & dining
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Frequently asked questions
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