St. John's English School
Second Cross Street Near C P W D QTRS. Besant Nagar Chennai Tamil Nadu · Chennai · Tamil Nadu
If you’re a parent exploring CBSE schools in South Chennai, St. John’s English School & Junior College, Besant Nagar is likely to come up in your search. This school has been around for decades and has built a reputation for discipline, academics, and a structured environment. Let’s look at what parents should know before making a decision.
Basic Details
- Boards
- CBSE (Affiliation No. 1930005)
- Classes
- Play Group to Class XII
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (Day School)
- Founded
- 1981
- Student–teacher ratio
- Approximately 17:1 overall (based on 130+ staff for ~2200 students)
- Students
- Around 2,200 students
- Staff
- Over 130 teaching and non-teaching staff; Senior Principal & Correspondent: Mrs. Anitha Edison
Summary for the Parent
Overview
St. John’s English School & Junior College, Besant Nagar is a long-standing CBSE day school known for its structured environment, discipline, and consistent academic focus. It’s a good fit for families who value traditional schooling with a balance of academics and extracurriculars.
Best Fit For
Children who thrive in structured, disciplined settings
Students who benefit from clear academic expectations
Families looking for a moral-values-based environment
Strengths
Strong academic foundation in early and middle years
Emphasis on discipline and values
Reasonable fees for the location
Active extracurricular calendar
Trade-offs / Things to Check
Teacher quality and lab facilities in senior classes
Limited campus space due to urban location
Strict discipline may not suit every child
Non-refundable application fees
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Ask for recent Class X and XII board results
Check faculty qualifications for senior classes
Confirm transport routes and annual costs
Clarify refund and admission policies
Inquire about student counselling and support systems
Note
Different schools work for different families. To understand if St. John’s English School & Junior College is the right school for your child, see How to Select a School.
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