St. John's English School
Chennai
For parents researching CBSE institutions in South Chennai, St. John’s English School & Junior College, Besant
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A neighborhood-focused CBSE institution located in Besant Nagar.
Reserve Bank Staff Quarters School is a Co-ed CBSE-affiliated school located in Chennai, India. It offers classes from Nursery - 12. Fee details are available by contacting the school directly. Parent reviews can be submitted on EduTribe to help other families shortlist this school. Notable highlights: Originally founded to serve RBI staff families; continues to be managed by the community.; Founded in 1976 — stands as one of the veteran CBSE schools in Besant Nagar.; Regularly serves as a host for inter-school athletic meets and World Record events..
Quick facts
Highlights
Board / Curriculum
CBSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium / Languages
English, Tamil, Hindi
Type
Co-ed
Students
Not published; Class X (2024) had 33 students
Student–Teacher Ratio
1:30
Boarding
Day school only
Established
1976
Pincode
600090
Leadership & Staff
4119.80 sq. metres
Age Range
3 – 15 years (Nursery to Class X)
Family Backgrounds
Comprised of both RBI personnel families and local Besant Nagar residents.
Socio-economic Profile
Middle to upper-middle class; many parents hold positions in government or banking sectors.
Child Profiles
Students generally display a community-centric mindset, comfort within small cohorts, and enthusiasm for sports and activities.
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| LKG | ₹27,500 | Split across 3 terms (11,000 + 8,500 + 8,000) |
| UKG | ₹30,400 | Split across 3 terms (12,000 + 9,300 + 9,100) |
| Class I | ₹32,900 | Slight increase per higher grade |
| Class VI | ₹34,400 | 2025–26 fee PDF |
| Class X | ₹35,600 | Highest grade offered |
• The school updates its fee PDFs annually; confirm the latest version before paying.
• Transport fees are not listed publicly — check directly with the school.
• No separate application fee is clearly mentioned in the 2025–26 PDF.
Application
Application forms can be accessed at https://rbsqsbesantnagar.org/admission.html
When to Apply
Applications are generally accepted from February through April (please verify specific dates with the office).
Eligibility
Eligibility adheres to standard CBSE age requirements; lateral transfers are accepted up to Class X.
Documents Required
Contact for Admissions
044-24919285 / 94999 47600 rbsqschool2@gmail.com
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What parents and Edutribe's research say about this school.
Overview
Best Fit For
Strengths
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Recommendations / Questions to Ask
New-age school fit
Discovery signals help parents look beyond board, fees, and location — including inclusion support, child strengths, sports, arts, STEM, entrepreneurship, and learning approach.
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Sports-focused
Possible fit
Academic-focused
Possible fit
Signals about special educator access, counselling, IEP support, accessibility, and school readiness for diverse learners.
Special educator
Yes
Counsellor
Yes
Sports focus, coaching, participation, and specific sports available.
Sports focus
Moderate
Athletics
Moderate
Detected athletics from existing profile text.
Visual arts, music, dance, drama/theatre, productions, and dedicated creative spaces.
Competitions
Yes
Theatre space
Yes
Use these during a visit or admissions call to verify the fit signals before you decide.
Aggregated insights from parent feedback. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Early Years / KG
Positives
Parents report a welcoming and supportive environment where children are treated with kindness and care.
Watch out for
Past feedback suggests some variance regarding teacher tenure.
Ask: Inquire about the length of service for the current KG faculty members.
Elementary (I–V)
Positives
Low student-to-teacher ratios ensure children receive personal attention; school events are frequent.
Watch out for
Some parents expressed a need for more intensive academic preparation for competitive tests.
Ask: Confirm what support systems are in place for students requiring academic assistance.
Secondary (IX–X)
Positives
A 100% pass rate in 2024 across 33 students indicates strong board exam preparation.
Watch out for
Previous observations of teacher turnover between 2019–2022 raised questions about curriculum consistency.
Ask: Ask for subject-specific performance data and arrange to meet the existing subject educators.
Sports & Activities
Positives
Students remain involved through cultural festivals, sports days, and inter-school competitions.
Watch out for
Feedback is mostly positive, though some parents seek more formal sports instruction.
Ask: Inquire about the availability of specialized athletic coaches and extracurricular clubs.
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