The International School of Thrissur
Chirakkakode, Near Mannuthy, Thrissur - 680654 · Thrissur · Kerala
If you’re exploring international schools in Thrissur, The International School of Thrissur (TIST) often comes up in conversations. This summary brings together what parents have shared, what’s publicly available, and what you should check directly with the school before deciding.
Basic Details
- Boards
- Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE – IGCSE and Cambridge stages)
- Classes
- Pre-nursery to Grade 12
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- Yes – Day-cum-Boarding
- Founded
- 2019
- Student–teacher ratio
- Not officially stated; likely between 10:1 and 20:1 (to be confirmed)
- Students
- Not published; appears to be a small-to-medium campus (few hundred students)
- Staff
- Mix of local and international teachers, some parents praise faculty dedication, others mention turnover
Summary for the Parent
Overview
The International School of Thrissur (TIST) is a Cambridge-affiliated day-cum-boarding school that aims to combine international academics with a holistic learning environment.
Parents often highlight the curriculum and facilities, while concerns focus on teacher experience and fee transparency.
What kind of child will this school work best for
A child who enjoys inquiry-based, activity-driven learning.
A family comfortable with the Cambridge system and its costs.
Strengths
Cambridge curriculum with global recognition.
Boarding and day options.
Good infrastructure and extracurricular exposure.
Warm early-years environment.
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
Teacher experience and turnover.
Fee transparency and inclusions.
Academic outcomes and exam results.
Boarding quality and supervision.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Can you share the official fee structure for the current year?
What is the student–teacher ratio by grade?
How are teachers trained for the Cambridge curriculum?
Can we see recent IGCSE results and university placements?
How does the school support average or struggling students?
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