St. John's English School
Chennai
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Nursery - 12Tamil
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Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 is a Co-ed CBSE-affiliated school located in Chennai, India. It offers classes from Nursery - 12. Fee details are available by contacting the school directly. Parent reviews can be submitted on EduTribe to help other families shortlist this school. Notable highlights: Among the earliest Kendriya Vidyalayas in Chennai, founded in 1964.; Situated within the Air Force Station Tambaram, providing a secure and large-scale campus.; A PM SHRI-accredited school emphasizing STEM initiatives and equipped with an Atal Tinkering Lab..
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| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Fee | ₹25 | One-time |
| Re-admission Fee | ₹100 | If applicable |
| Tuition Fee | ₹200–₹400/month | Varies by class and stream |
| Vidyalaya Vikas Nidhi (VVN) | ₹500/month | Development fund |
| Computer Fee | ₹100/month | For classes using computer labs |
| Estimated Annual Total | ₹9,625 | Based on Careers360 sample for Class X |
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Chennai
For parents researching CBSE institutions in South Chennai, St. John’s English School & Junior College, Besant
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What other parents found about Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1
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Board / Curriculum
CBSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium / Languages
English, Tamil, Hindi
Type
Co-ed
Students
~1,500–1,700 students (2023–2025 listings)
Student–Teacher Ratio
47:1
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
600073
Leadership & Staff
~10 acres (approx. 44,500 sq. metres)
Age Range
5–17 years (Classes I–XII)
Family Backgrounds
Primarily composed of families from the Air Force and central government sectors, alongside local civilians.
Socio-economic Profile
Ranges from lower-middle to upper-middle class; many families relocate due to work commitments.
Child Profiles
Well-behaved students who are accustomed to routines and participate regularly in sports and the NCC.
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New-age school fit
Discovery signals help parents look beyond board, fees, and location — including inclusion support, child strengths, sports, arts, STEM, entrepreneurship, and learning approach.
Profile inferred: these signals are derived from available school information and are not yet verified claims. Please confirm directly with the school before making admission decisions.
Areas this school appears to emphasise based on available profile information. Please confirm details directly with the school.
Sports-focused
Possible fit
Performing arts-focused
Possible fit
Arts-focused
Possible fit
STEM-focused
Possible fit
Academic-focused
Possible fit
Signals about special educator access, counselling, IEP support, accessibility, and school readiness for diverse learners.
Medical room
Yes
Sports focus, coaching, participation, and specific sports available.
Sports focus
Strong
Athletics
Strong
Basketball
Strong
Cricket
Strong
Football
Strong
Detected football, cricket, basketball, athletics from existing profile text.
Visual arts, music, dance, drama/theatre, productions, and dedicated creative spaces.
Arts focus
Strong
Performing arts focus
Strong
Dance
Strong
Music
Strong
Drama / theatre
Strong
Visual arts
Strong
Detected theatre, music, dance, visual arts from existing profile text.
Signals around robotics, coding, maker spaces, financial literacy, startup clubs, and future-skill exposure.
STEM focus
Strong
Robotics lab
Yes
Tinkering lab
Yes
STEM/entrepreneurship signals inferred from existing profile text. Needs verification.
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Aggregated insights from parent feedback. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Primary Grades
Positives
A supportive and gentle atmosphere emphasizing character and structure.
Watch out for
Some parents expressed a desire for enhanced English communication training.
Ask: How does the faculty promote spoken English during the initial years?
Middle & Secondary
Positives
Integration of academics and extracurricular pursuits, with solid athletic involvement.
Watch out for
High class sizes may impact the degree of individual attention.
Ask: What is the present ratio of students to teachers for each section?
Senior Secondary (XI–XII)
Positives
Provides all primary streams with effective preparation for board examinations.
Watch out for
There is potential variance in instructional quality depending on the department.
Ask: What are the latest performance results for Class X/XII and information regarding top students?
Extracurriculars & Sports
Positives
Robust athletic traditions and engagement in NCC/Scouts programs.
Watch out for
Certain listed amenities may not be fully operational.
Ask: Which particular sports clubs and activities are currently active?
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