Agastya Academy
Parent Insightsaddress 638101
Agastya Academy is a CBSE-affiliated co-educational school in Erode that blends academics with experiential learning.
- ✦Focus on experiential and outdoor learning — herbal garden, pet park, and tree house.
- ✦Boarding from Grade 4 with a family-style environment.
- ✦Low student–teacher ratio allowing for individual attention.
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •Agastya Academy is a small, CBSE-affiliated co-educational school in Erode that blends academics with experiential learning.
- •Ideal for families who value small class sizes and a nurturing environment; verify fees, campus size, and board results directly with the school.
School Information
Board / Curriculum
Waldorf
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Students
148 students
Student–Teacher Ratio
~4.8:1
Boarding
Yes
Pincode
638101
Leadership & Staff
- • Principal: Kavitha Thiagarajan
- • 26–31 teaching staff
- • 11 administrative staff
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery / Early Grades | Not published | No public fee schedule found |
| Elementary (Grades 1–5) | Not published | Contact school directly |
| Middle (Grades 6–8) | Not published | |
| High School (Grades 9–12) | Not published | |
| Application / Registration Fee | Not published | Likely a token fee; confirm with school |
| Boarding / Transport | Not published | Ask for separate tariff sheet |
Admission Process for Interested Parents
Admission Timeline & Process
- 1.Submit online application on school website.
- 2.Submit form and required documents.
- 3.Entrance test (for some grades).
- 4.Interview/interaction.
- 5.Offer of admission.
- 6.Documents required: Birth certificate, transfer certificate, immunization record, parent ID, photos, and previous report cards.
- 7.Boarding considerations: request hostel tour and boarding rules.
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Primary Years
Positives
Teachers focus on experiential learning and outdoor activities, which many children enjoy.
Watch out for
Fee details are not public, and parents may need to confirm how academics are balanced with play.
Ask: How do teachers assess learning in early grades?
Middle & High School
Positives
Offers CBSE curriculum up to Grade 12 with small class sizes.
Watch out for
No public data on board exam results or subject performance.
Ask: Can the school share the last three years’ CBSE results?
Boarding
Positives
Boarding from Grade 4 with a family-like environment.
Watch out for
No published details on boarding staff ratios or medical facilities.
Ask: Can we tour the hostel and meet the houseparents?
Extracurriculars
Positives
Strong emphasis on sports, gardening, and creative activities.
Watch out for
Some facilities (like swimming pool) need verification.
Ask: Are extracurriculars part of the timetable or optional?
Campus & Facilities
Conflicting data — Careers360 lists 20,195 sq. m (~5 acres), while the school website mentions a 30-acre campus. Parents should confirm this directly during a visit.
Reviews from Other Platforms
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What parents liked
"Wonderful experiential learning and caring teachers — really helped my child grow."
"Boarding life at Agastya is like living in a happy family away from home."
"Good attention to students and small class sizes; teachers are supportive."
Concerns raised
"Fees and exact boarding costs are not transparently posted online."
"Different sources show conflicting campus sizes and staff numbers."
"Limited public reviews and alumni data make it hard to assess long-term outcomes."
What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
Nursery to Grade 12, with boarding students from Grade 4 onwards.
Family Backgrounds
Mix of local day scholars and outstation boarders; families interested in progressive education.
Socio-economic Profile
Middle to upper-middle income families.
Child Profiles
Children who enjoy hands-on learning, outdoor activities, and smaller class environments.
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