The Fathima Matriculation Hr. Sec. School
No: 5, Police Lane, Saidapet, Chennai- 600015 · Chennai · Tamil Nadu
If you’re exploring CBSE schools in Chennai that balance academics, values, and affordability, The Fathima Matriculation Higher Secondary School in Saidapet is worth a closer look.
Basic Details
- Boards
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Affiliation No. 1930642 (valid 01/04/2025–31/03/2030), CBSE SARAS
- Classes
- LKG to Grade XII
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- Listed on directories, but not confirmed on school website – best to verify directly
- Founded
- 1978
- Student–teacher ratio
- ~21:1
- Students
- ~986 students
Staff
Principal: Mrs. A. Naaz Parwar; Correspondent: Mr. A. Mohamed Ali; Educational Director: Dr. A. Nigar Akthar. Faculty includes 48+ qualified teachers (many with M.A., M.Sc., B.Ed., M.Phil., Ph.D.)Summary for the Parent
Overview
The Fathima Matriculation Higher Secondary School is a well-established CBSE school in Saidapet that blends academics, values, and co-curricular exposure at a moderate fee level. It’s a good fit for families seeking a structured, technology-enabled environment with caring teachers.
Best Fit For
What kind of child will this school work best for: A child who thrives in structured, disciplined settings; A child interested in both academics and extracurriculars; Families looking for a CBSE school with reasonable fees and community feel
Strengths
Experienced and qualified teachers
Smart classrooms and well-equipped labs
Balanced focus on academics and activities
Supportive environment with scholarships
Trade-offs
Class strength in higher grades
Quality of language teaching (especially Hindi)
Clarity of fee structure and communication
Limited campus size compared to newer schools
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