St. John's English School
Chennai
For parents researching CBSE institutions in South Chennai, St. John’s English School & Junior College, Besant
R 15/1 6TH STREET, C SECTOR, W-BLOCK, ANNANAGAR WEST EXTENSION.
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Sboa Global 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: Operated by the SBIOA Educational Trust, a group recognized for its long-standing educational institutions in Chennai.; Attained a 100% success rate in the 2022 Class X examinations, including several perfect scores.; Provides training in martial arts and traditional physical activities like Taekwondo and Silambam..
Quick facts
Highlights
Board / Curriculum
CBSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium / Languages
English, Tamil, Hindi
Type
Co-ed
Students
Not published; Class X 2022 roll was 31 students
Student–Teacher Ratio
1:35
Boarding
Day school only
Established
2016
Pincode
600101
Leadership & Staff
2,818 sq. metres
Age Range
3–18 years (LKG to Class XII)
Family Backgrounds
Mostly comprised of working professionals and salaried households from the Anna Nagar vicinity and surrounding regions.
Socio-economic Profile
Families from the middle to upper-middle-class spectrum who prioritize CBSE-based curriculum and a disciplined learning environment.
Child Profiles
Learners who are focused on their studies, adept at using technology, and interested in structured co-curricular participation.
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| LKG–UKG Tuition (Term I) | ₹24,090 | |
| LKG–UKG Tuition (Term II) | ₹24,090 | |
| LKG–UKG Books & Stationery | ₹4,700 | |
| Total (2022–23) for LKG–UKG | ₹52,880 |
• Application/admission fees are not listed publicly.
• Transport fees are available on request; parents mention they can be on the higher side.
• The above figures are from AY 2022–23 and may have changed. Always ask for the latest fee circular.
Steps to apply
Documents typically required
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What parents and Edutribe's research say about this school.
Overview
What kind of child will this school work best for
Strengths
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
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
Strong
Football
Strong
Gymnastics
Strong
Martial arts
Strong
Skating
Strong
Tennis
Strong
Detected football, tennis, martial arts, gymnastics, skating from existing profile text.
Visual arts, music, dance, drama/theatre, productions, and dedicated creative spaces.
Competitions
Yes
Theatre space
Yes
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Aggregated insights from parent feedback. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics (Primary–Middle)
Positives
Parents express satisfaction with teacher engagement and the implementation of smartboards, noting a well-structured and disciplined atmosphere.
Watch out for
Some families perceive the volume of homework as excessive or repetitive, with a few noting an emphasis on rote memorization.
Ask: Ask how the school achieves a balance between conceptual understanding and daily homework assignments.
Academics (High School)
Positives
Academic performance for Class X has been commendable, evidenced by the 100% pass rate in 2022, with small batch sizes supporting personalized attention.
Watch out for
Information regarding Class XII outcomes is not widely available, leading parents to seek greater transparency.
Ask: Ask for details regarding board examination results and top performers from the past three years.
Extracurriculars & Sports
Positives
Students appear to enjoy the variety of offerings, such as gymnastics, taekwondo, and diverse cultural programs.
Watch out for
The available playground is quite limited, restricting the scope of outdoor athletic activities.
Ask: Inquire about the frequency of outdoor physical activity and the specific locations used for sports training.
Infrastructure & Safety
Positives
The inclusion of laboratory facilities, smart classrooms, and documented safety compliance are viewed as beneficial.
Watch out for
Certain parents have raised questions about room comfort and the adequacy of classroom ventilation.
Ask: Request to examine the classrooms during a school visit to observe air circulation and overall environment.
Communication & Administration
Positives
The teaching faculty is described as supportive and easy to interact with.
Watch out for
Reports indicate that the administrative office can be difficult to reach via telephone, and responses are sometimes delayed.
Ask: Seek information on the preferred channels for parent interaction and how to handle any grievances.
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