About VIS
Vellore International School is a school located in Chennai. It is affiliated to the ICSE / CISCE / IGCSE board. The school was established in 2021. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is VIS affiliated to?
- Vellore International School is affiliated to ICSE and CISCE and IGCSE and is a full-boarding school in Chennai.
- Where is VIS located?
- Vellore International School is located at Kayar, near Kelambakkam, off OMR, Chennai – 603110, Chennai.
- When was VIS established?
- Vellore International School was established in 2021 and has been operating in Chennai for 5 years.
- Is VIS co-ed or single-gender?
- Vellore International School is a co-educational school.
- Is VIS accepting admissions?
- Vellore 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 VIS?
- You can reach Vellore International School on 18002089555. Address: Kayar, near Kelambakkam, off OMR, Chennai, 603110.
About the school
Vellore International School is a co-educational full boarding school tucked into Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The school has been running since 2021, giving it 5 years of continuous operation in Chennai. VIS runs on the ICSE / CISCE / IGCSE framework and covers up to the secondary stage.
Campus and campus amenities
For day-to-day learning, the campus at VIS lists 12 campus amenities — including Alumni Association, Medical Room, Day care, Meals, Transportation and Boys Hostel, plus 6 more. Between them, these spaces support classroom teaching, structured sport and the school's co-curricular calendar.
Parent fit
Families comparing VIS 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 VIS against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, VIS's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in CCTV coverage, STEM lab and computer lab 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.
Curriculum at VIS
VIS runs on the ICSE / CISCE / IGCSE 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.
Location and neighbourhood
VIS is located at Kayar, near Kelambakkam, off OMR, Chennai – 603110. Families comparing VIS usually weigh it against other ICSE schools in Chennai on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
From a parent's perspective, the 12:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at VIS are sized for individual attention. Overall, VIS suits families considering boarding, families wanting a co-educational setting and students aiming for global universities. Read the FAQs below for quick answers to common parent questions, and use the Admissions tab for the step-by-step application process.
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, VIS sits in the affordable bracket for the city — parents typically compare it against state-aided and trust-run options at a similar price point.
As a full-boarding school the day extends well beyond classroom hours — prep schedules, dorm life, weekend activity and dining are all part of what families should evaluate during the campus visit.
Key facts
- City
- Chennai
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Full Boarding
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi
- Established
- Student : teacher ratio
- 12:1
- School timings
- 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM
- Academic session
- April to March
- Key facilities
- Alumni Association, Medical Room, Day care, Meals, Transportation, Boys Hostel
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at VIS
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Vellore 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 —
- 2Written test of applicant —
- 3Parent's interaction/interview —
- 4Applicant's oral test —
- 5Document verification at school —
Fees at VIS
Annual tuition fees at Vellore International 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
Vellore International School is affiliated to ICSE / CISCE / IGCSE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi. Levels covered range up to secondary.
Facilities at VIS
- Alumni Association
- Medical Room
- Day care
- Meals
- Transportation
- Boys Hostel
- Girls Hostel
- AC Classes
Parent reviews
Vellore International School has an overall rating of 5.0 / 5 from 1 parent reviews on AdmissionSchool. Reviews are verified before publishing.
Read all reviewsLocation & connectivity
Vellore International School is located at Kayar, near Kelambakkam, off OMR, Chennai – 603110. 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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Frequently asked questions
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