St. John's English School
Chennai
For parents researching CBSE institutions in South Chennai, St. John’s English School & Junior College, Besant
No. 500, Old Survey No. 97/1, Block No. 21, Ward E, Santhosh Nagar, Korattur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600050
Annual Fee
Fee details will be updated soon.
For those searching for CBSE institutions in North Chennai, Orchids The International School, Korattur is a prominent selection, belonging to the Orchids group that prioritizes STEM education, robotics, and learning through engagement.
The Orchid International 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: Dedication to STEM and robotics starting from early grade levels.; Strong commitment to child safety standards and protective policies.; Integration of practical, activity-based learning into the curriculum..
Quick facts
Highlights
Board / Curriculum
CBSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium / Languages
English, Tamil, Hindi
Type
Co-ed
Student–Teacher Ratio
1:14
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
600050
Leadership & Staff
Age Range
Pre-Nursery through Grade X, encompassing a diverse group of young children to early adolescents.
Family Backgrounds
Largely composed of working professionals residing in Central and North Chennai.
Socio-economic Profile
Middle to upper-middle-class households capable of covering private education costs and extracurricular charges.
Child Profiles
Students who thrive in hands-on environments featuring robotics and athletics are likely to succeed here; those requiring additional educational help should look closely at student-teacher ratios and classroom individual attention.
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Fee (Nursery) | ₹7,916 | As per branch website |
| Monthly Fee Range (Pre-Nursery to Grade X) | ₹8,333 – ₹16,583 | Displayed on Orchids site |
| Admission Cost (as per Ezyschooling) | Around ₹95,000 (first year) | Indicative; confirm with school |
| Transport Fee | Not published | Varies by route |
• Fee details differ slightly across aggregator sites.
• Always request the branch-specific fee sheet for the latest and most accurate figures.
• Transport, uniforms, and activity fees are usually extra.
Steps for Admission
Required Documentation
Availability of Seats
While applications are accepted throughout the year, applying early is advised for high-demand grade levels.
Anonymous, crowdsourced fee data. Share once — unlock data for every school.
What parents and Edutribe's research say about this school.
Overview
What kind of child this school works 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.
Profile inferred: these signals are derived from available school information and are not yet verified claims. Please confirm directly with the school before making admission decisions.
Areas this school appears to emphasise based on available profile information. Please confirm details directly with the school.
Sports-focused
Possible fit
Performing arts-focused
Possible fit
Arts-focused
Possible fit
STEM-focused
Possible fit
Academic-focused
Possible fit
Signals about special educator access, counselling, IEP support, accessibility, and school readiness for diverse learners.
Medical room
Yes
Sports focus, coaching, participation, and specific sports available.
Sports focus
Strong
Martial arts
Strong
Swimming
Strong
Detected swimming, martial arts from existing profile text.
Visual arts, music, dance, drama/theatre, productions, and dedicated creative spaces.
Arts focus
Strong
Performing arts focus
Strong
Competitions
Yes
Dance
Strong
Music
Strong
Visual arts
Strong
Detected music, dance, visual arts from existing profile text.
Signals around robotics, coding, maker spaces, financial literacy, startup clubs, and future-skill exposure.
STEM focus
Strong
Robotics lab
Yes
Coding program
Yes
STEM/entrepreneurship signals inferred from existing profile text. Needs verification.
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.
Academics
Positives
The school incorporates STEM and robotics into the CBSE framework, which is highly regarded; faculty members are noted for being supportive and accessible.
Watch out for
Some guardians report uneven teaching effectiveness across different sections, potentially impacting academic consistency.
Ask: Inquire about the school's teacher evaluation processes and how they assist instructors who may need improvement.
Facilities & Extracurriculars
Positives
Families appreciate the modern campus, particularly the swimming pool, arts studios, and the robotics lab.
Watch out for
There are minimal issues reported, though some families desire a wider array of inter-school events.
Ask: Confirm the level of access students have to sports and lab amenities.
Fees & Administration
Positives
The administration provides EMI payment schemes and maintains a transparent portal for fee details.
Watch out for
Parents frequently discuss unexpected fees, optional costs, and fee adjustments.
Ask: Request a complete breakdown of charges and clarify the refund procedures.
Safety & Transport
Positives
Bus services equipped with GPS and full CCTV coverage are viewed favorably.
Watch out for
A minority of parents feel that administrative communication can be slow.
Ask: Inquire about oversight during transit and existing emergency safety plans.
Is The Orchid International S… the right fit for your child?
7 quick questions · AI scores the match
Be the first parent to help others shortlist this school.
Your experience helps other parents compare schools better.
Please log in to share your review.
Chennai
For parents researching CBSE institutions in South Chennai, St. John’s English School & Junior College, Besant
Chennai
A CBSE school featuring Classrooms: 63 classrooms (average size ~56 sq. m), Labs: 7 laboratories plus computer
Chennai
A CBSE school featuring Classrooms: 36 classrooms with smart boards and AV facilities, Labs: Science, Computer
Chennai
A CBSE school featuring 125 classrooms, many with smartboards and air-conditioning, Labs for Physics, Chemistr