American International School Chennai vs Lady Andal School

	A American International School Chennai Chennai, India	L Lady Andal School Chennai, India
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₹12,900 - 1,200,000	Fees / year ₹24,500 - 34,200
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 665	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 18	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1995	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location 100 Feet Road, Taramani, Chennai 600113, India. The campus sits on a 13-acre site in the Taramani area of Chennai and includes outdoor spaces for learning. The campus is home to over 80 teaching spaces for students aged 3–18 and is served by an on-site bus program with scheduled routes. In 2021–2022, 27 students used AISC buses.	Location Shenstone Park, No.7, Harrington Rd, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600031. The school is located in the Harrington Road area of Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The campus is in Shenstone Park along Harrington Road.
Stages	Stages The school serves students aged 3–18, organized into Early Years (including KG), Elementary (K–5), Middle School (6–8), and High School (9–12).	Stages Early Years Programme (EYP) including LKG/UKG; Primary Years Programme (PYP) Grades 1–5; Middle Years Programme (MYP) Grades 6–8; Diploma Programme (DP) Grades 11–12.
School type	School type International school	School type IB World School offering the IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP).
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Students represent about 26 nationalities.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support English as an Additional Language (EAL) programs including World Language English (WLE) for Grades 3–5 and English for Academic Purposes (EAP) for Grades 6–10; ELL support integrated with homeroom and content teachers.	Additional learning support The school has a SEN educator and a Counsellor who support the teaching and learning process.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation American Embassy School in India (affiliation established under bilateral US–India framework)	Country affiliation India
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure The regular school day starts at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; on Wednesdays, dismissal is at 2:30 p.m.	School day structure LKG/UKG 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; Grades 1–5 7:40 a.m.–2:10 p.m.; Grades 6–8 7:40 a.m.–2:45 p.m.; Grades 9–10 7:40 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; Grades 11–12 7:40 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Timings are subject to change due to extra classes.
Bus service details	Bus service details AISC offers a bus service with door-to-door pickup on scheduled routes; cost is USD 1,250 per child for the full year (two trips per day). Service covers many neighbourhoods in south Chennai, though some areas may not be served due to geography. 27 students used the bus service in 2021–2022.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fee - AISC charges a one-time application fee of USD 400 for both domestic and international applicants. Tuition fees (by year group) - Published summary figures indicate day-school tuition falls within a broad range of USD 12,900 to USD 29,140 depending on year group and programme. This range represents the annual tuition band for Early Years through Grade 12 rather than an exact per-grade table. Billing schedule and payment terms - Specific term-level or per-installment billing dates and the school's standard installment options are not published in the publicly available summary information. Families are provided with formal invoices from the Finance Office that set the exact billing schedule, due dates and any installment plan terms. Boarding fees - AISC operates as a day school; boarding is not indicated as an option and no boarding fees are published for the school. Other costs and typical additional charges - External examination fees (AP and IB) are charged in addition to tuition and must be paid before a student is permitted to sit the exams. These examination charges are billed separately from tuition. - Transport (school bus) service is offered; any route-specific or seat-specific bus charges are treated as additional fees and are billed separately. The school also provides lunch services. Specific amounts for bus or lunch services are not published in the public summary. - Typical ancillary costs common to international schools that may apply (but for which no definitive published amounts were found in public materials) include one-time registration or capital fees, activity or materials levies, and uniform or book costs. Where applicable these are usually invoiced separately from tuition; however, exact amounts and whether particular one-time fees apply at AISC were not available in the publicly accessible summary. Refund information - Examination-related charges (AP/IB) must be paid before exams are taken; the High School curriculum guidance notes these fees are required and administered in advance of testing. No comprehensive, publicly posted refund policy or detailed refund schedule for tuition, registration or other fees was available in the public materials reviewed. Fee payment options - AISC's public summary refers families to the Finance Office for fee administration and financial assistance enquiries; a Finance Office contact is provided for fee remission enquiries. The school's published summary does not include a definitive public list of accepted payment methods (for example: which card types, online portals or bank details are routinely used). Parents receive payment instructions on official invoices from the Finance Office. Data availability note (brief) - A public, detailed fee schedule showing exact annual and per-term amounts by grade (a full per-grade, per-term breakdown) was not available in the publicly accessible materials that accompany the school listing and curriculum guidance. The information above therefore reports confirmed summary items (application fee, published tuition band, existence of bus/lunch services, exam-fee practice and day-school status) and indicates where separate charges (exam, transport, ancillary items) are typically billed. For exact per-grade and per-term figures, invoices, installment dates and the school's formal fee policy, please consult the AISC Finance Office as named in the school's admissions information.	Fee details Application fees - No published application or admission fee amount is available for public download. Admission offers require prompt confirmation and payment; the school provides specific application/admission fee instructions to families at the time of offer. Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year) - The school does not publish a grade‑wise or term‑wise tuition schedule for public download. Detailed, grade‑specific tuition amounts and the complete fee schedule are provided to families by the school's admissions/accounts team. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are expected to be paid in full at the beginning of the academic year; requests for approved installments may be submitted and are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. - The school issues reminders if fees are not paid within the stipulated timeframe and may take administrative action for continued non‑payment. Information about the fee structure for the upcoming academic year is shared with families in advance to support planning. Boarding fees (if applicable) - No boarding or hostel provision is listed in the school's public programme and documents; the school operates without a published boarding service and therefore there are no published boarding fees. Other costs or fees (uniform, transport, meals, excursions, devices, examination-related costs, etc.) - Additional charges that parents should expect (amounts not published) include: uniform, transport (if offered by third parties or school), cafeteria purchases (vegetarian cafeteria available), supervised day and overnight excursions (PYP and higher years), co‑curricular/extracurricular activity fees, and learning devices (tablets/laptops required from Grade 3 upward). Specific charges for these items are provided by the accounts/admissions office. Refund information - Refunds are not described as an automatic entitlement; requests for a refund (for example, when a student transfers mid‑year) are considered by the school management on a case‑by‑case basis. Administrative clearance, return of school property, and verification of dues are required before any final documentation is issued. Fee payment options and process - Payments are made through the school's designated online payment system. The school requires fee payments via NEFT transfer to the school's official bank account; login credentials and detailed payment instructions are provided by the Accounts Department. Parents receive receipts upon completion of payment. Installment requests must be formally submitted and are approved at the school's discretion. Practical note for parents (procedural) - The school provides the definitive fee schedule, payment portal access, bank details, and any signed fee schedule directly through the admissions/accounts process at the time an offer is made or during formal admissions communications.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school has a North American standards-based curriculum for EY3-G12, including Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs for Grades 11-12. English is the language of instruction. Elementary curriculum covers literacy, mathematics, social studies, and science; from Grade 3, Spanish; English as an Additional Language; Learning Support. High School offers IB Diploma and AP programs with graduation requirements and typical college entrance prerequisites. Grades 3-12 BYOT is in place. ES Curriculum Guide 2024-25 and ES Learning Framework and Course Guide 2025-2026.	Curriculum details An IB Continuum School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). Programmes run Kindergarten–Class 5 (PYP), Class 6–10 (MYP) and Class 11–12 (DP). The medium of instruction is English. Language A is English; Language B options include Hindi, German and Spanish; Tamil is Language C. Tamil and Hindi are taught as mother tongue languages. Language in the Primary Years Programme uses English as the language of instruction, with Language B options including Hindi, German and Spanish, and Tamil as Language C. In the Middle Years Programme, Language and Literature are taught in English; Language Acquisition options include Hindi and German, with Tamil offered as a hobby language. The library supports reading in English, Hindi, Tamil and German to support inquiry-based learning.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio 1:6; 82% of faculty hold advanced degrees.	Student teacher ratio 12:1
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression High School graduation leads to college or university study. Class of 2020 matriculated to universities worldwide, including Yale University, University of California Berkeley, University of Edinburgh, and University of British Columbia, among others.	Higher education progression Career & College Counselling is provided. The College Events page lists university outreach activities including NZ University Visit, DP College Counselling Orientation, OP Jindal Global University sessions, UK Open Day and other international university events to support student pathways.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Advanced learning options include AP and IB programs; Capstone; GOA; Pamoja; and Personalized Learning for high-achieving students.	Gifted and talented The Inclusion Policy includes provisions for students who are gifted and talented.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Submit online application via OpenApply. The application is non-refundable and costs USD 400. Prepare and upload documents including passport copies for both parents and the student, a recent photo of the student and parents, and past three years of school reports (in English). A teacher or counselor recommendation letter is requested for most grades, high school transcripts are required for high school applicants, and additional forms such as Health Form, Physical Examination Form, Vaccination Records, employment letter, and a copy of the student's Indian visa are part of the checklist. 2. The Admissions Director and Head of School determine eligibility by confirming the student can meet academic standards, has shown acceptable behavior, the school can meet any special needs, and the student will embrace the school's mission. 3. The school applies a priority system to seat allocation. Seats are released for Space as it becomes available to eligible students in the order by completed date within the listed priority categories. If a sibling requires EAL services and capacity is at issue, the seat is offered to the next eligible applicant, and the sibling remains in a wait pool until both a grade seat and an EAL seat are available. 4. AISC operates rolling admissions and accepts students continuously until the first week of May; an August start typically begins with enrollment in January–February. English is the language of instruction, and English language proficiency is assessed as part of the admission process (EAL support is available as needed). After admission, families must submit health forms and vaccination records and, where applicable, provide a copy of the student's Indian visa.	Admissions 1. Lady Andal School offers admission for EYP through MYP and DP-1. Families begin by completing the online application form and uploading the necessary documents. The process distinguishes between Primary Years Programme applicants and Middle Years/ Diploma Programme (DP-1) applicants, reflecting programme-specific requirements. 2. Primary Years Programme applicants participate in developmental interactions, while Middle Years and Diploma Programme (DP-1) applicants undertake entrance assessments to evaluate academic readiness. Parent interactions are included to ensure alignment with the school's holistic approach. The admission process for each track is designed to assess readiness and fit. 3. Admission offers are intimated by phone, requiring prompt confirmation and fee payment. Families are invited to visit the campus to review the learning environment. These steps form part of the admission sequence for enrolling students. 4. Admission for Kindergarten to Grade XI is open for the year 2026-2027, and a Form is available for submission. Applicants should review grade-level requirements and timelines. The Lahoc Activity Centre/Pre-KG pathway also has open admission for 2026-2027 with a Form available. 5. Lahoc Activity Centre/Pre-KG admission is open for 2026-2027, with a Form available for submission. This pathway provides enrollment for early childhood education alongside the mainstream IB pathways. The Form can be used to apply for this centre. 6. The FAQ confirms the IB Continuum offering (PYP, MYP, DP). English is the medium of instruction; Hindi, German, and Spanish are offered as options, and Tamil is mandatory for all classes. LKG age is four years by June 1. SEN support is available, and fee details are provided by the Admission Manager.
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Waitlist	Waitlist Waitlist: AISC uses a priority-based system with a wait pool. Seats are offered to eligible applicants in the order determined by priority category and completed date of application, and siblings may remain in the wait pool until both a grade seat and an appropriate EAL seat are available. If a sibling requires EAL and EAL capacity is at capacity, the seat will be offered to the next eligible applicant, and the sibling remains in the wait pool until the needed seats are available.	Waitlist —
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