St. John's International Residential School
Palanjur, Poonamallee, P.O. Chennai Tamilnadu · Chennai · Tamil Nadu
St. John’s International Residential School (SJIRS) is a co-ed CBSE residential school near Chennai offering day and boarding options.
Basic Details
- Boards
- CBSE (Affiliation No. 1930140)
- Classes
- Nursery to Class 12
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- Day-cum-boarding (includes week-boarding option)
- Founded
- Conflicting sources: 1993/1994 (CampusPro) vs 2011 (Careers360)
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14:1
- Students
- 631 students
- Staff
- 46 teachers, 24 classrooms, Managed by Swami Satchidananda Foundation
Summary for the Parent
Overview
St. John’s International Residential School (SJIRS) offers a large, green campus and a genuine residential experience near Chennai. It’s a co-ed CBSE school with both day and boarding options, and a strong focus on extracurricular activities.
What kind of child will this school work for best
Children who thrive in structured, community-based environments
Students who enjoy sports, arts, and outdoor activities
Families looking for a mid-sized residential school near Chennai
Strengths
Spacious 24-acre campus
CBSE curriculum with all major streams
Boarding and week-boarding flexibility
Active extracurricular and sports programs
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
Conflicting public data (founding year, fees, ratios)
Website often unavailable; limited online transparency
Few recent parent reviews
Verify actual condition of sports and hostel facilities
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Request the latest CBSE board results (Classes 10 & 12)
Ask for a detailed, grade-wise fee structure
Visit dorms, dining hall, and classrooms personally
Meet the residential life head and medical staff
Confirm CBSE affiliation and inspection reports
What kind of peer group will the child have in this school?
Age Range: 3–18 years (Nursery to Class 12)
Family Backgrounds: Mix of local Chennai families and outstation boarders
Socio-economic Profile: Middle to upper-middle income families
Child Profiles: Children who enjoy structured routines, community living, and extracurricular activities
Unique things about the school
Week-long boarding option introduced in 2016–17
24-acre green campus with both day and residential facilities
CBSE-affiliated with all major senior secondary streams
Longstanding presence in the Pallanjur/Nazarethpettai area
Focus on holistic development through NCC, Scouts, and arts programs
Admission Process for Interested Parents
Admission Window: January–March (for next academic year)
Process: Submit application form with ₹5,000 registration fee; interaction or assessment may follow
Documents Required: Birth certificate, transfer certificate, photos, proof of residence, medical and vaccination records, parent ID proofs
For Boarders: Additional health and consent forms required
Contact: [email protected] / +91 44 2681 1551
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