The NEST School
363, Arcot Road, NSK Salai, Kodambakkam, Chennai-600024. · Chennai · Tamil Nadu
If you’re exploring international schools in central Chennai, The NEST School in Kodambakkam is one you’ll likely come across. It’s a young school that’s growing fast, with both IB and Cambridge affiliations.
Basic Details
- Boards
- IB (PYP — authorized Feb 2, 2024), Cambridge (CAIE affiliation announced Aug 16, 2023)
- Classes
- Mom & Me, Toddler, Pre-KG, LKG, UKG, Grades 1–8 (Grades 9–12 “Coming Soon”)
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- Day school only
- Medium
- English-medium
- Founded
- Around 2022 (based on IB authorization timeline and school materials)
Staff
Founders: Sreekanth Narasimhan & Deepa Umamaheswaran, Head of School: Shefali Tewary, Primary & Nursery Coordinator: Suhaina Sultan, Head of Admissions: Meena ThripurasundariSummary for the Parent
Overview
The NEST School is a young, fast-growing international school in Kodambakkam offering IB PYP and Cambridge curricula.
It stands out for its sustainability focus, hands-on learning, and community engagement.
However, it’s still expanding into higher grades, and fee transparency is limited.
What kind of child this school works best for
A child who enjoys inquiry-based, experiential learning.
A child who thrives in smaller, close-knit school communities.
Strengths
IB and Cambridge affiliations within a short time.
Strong focus on sustainability and innovation.
Engaged and communicative teaching staff.
Access to large sports and lab facilities.
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
Senior grades (9–12) not yet operational.
Fee structure not publicly available.
Some facilities may still be under development.
Mixed employee feedback on management.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Request a detailed fee structure and refund policy.
Confirm which facilities are currently functional.
Ask about teacher qualifications and retention.
Clarify timelines for Grades 9–12.
Discuss transport routes and safety measures.
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