Hebron School is a co-educational Christian international residential school in the Nilgiri Hills of Ooty, founded in 1899. Set on a 22-acre campus at 7,000 ft elevation, it offers British-tradition education with Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels from Reception through Grade 13. The school serves around 370 students with a strong boarding community, over 43 sports activities, and Duke of Edinburgh Awards.
Location
Lushington Hall, Ootacamund (Ooty), Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu 643001, India
Stages
Reception to A Levels / Grade 13 (ages 4 to 19)
Type
Private co-educational Christian international boarding school (day option available)
Pupil Nationality Mix
Multicultural student body drawn from missionary and international families worldwide.
Additional learning support
Enhanced learning programme available for students needing additional support.
Country affiliation
British curriculum tradition with Indian registration
Religious affiliation
Christian. School motto is "Deo Supremo" (God First). Originally founded by Brethren missionaries.
School day structure
Two-semester academic year: August to December and February to June. Full boarding with structured daily routines.
Bus service
Contact the school for transport arrangements.
Boarding Arrangements
Full residential boarding from Standard 5 onwards (age 9+). Dorm life with pastoral care, dorm parents, and a "home away from home" philosophy. Separate campuses: Lushington and Selborne.
Uniform Requirement
Uniform is required.
Food Options
On-campus kitchen and dining hall providing meals for all boarding and day students. Nutrition services managed by the school.
House System
Blue and Gold House system with six major inter-house competitions throughout the academic year.
Governance and Ownership
Christian educational institution with governance overseen by a board. Supported by the Sheiling Trust.
Annual tuition fees range from INR 2,02,000 to INR 8,08,000. Annual boarding fees range from INR 2,02,000 to INR 4,04,000. Fee reductions available for SAARC citizens and concessions for families from selected Christian organisations.
Curriculum
International version of the English National Curriculum for Grades 1-6. English National Curriculum with PSHE for Grades 7-9. Cambridge IGCSE for Grades 10-11. Cambridge A Levels with International Project Qualification (IPQ) for Grades 12-13. Students choose 3 to 4 A Level subjects.
Student Teacher Ratio
370 students on a 22-acre campus with dedicated teaching staff.
Exam Results
Students sit Cambridge IGCSE and A Level examinations. Results support university entrance worldwide.
Higher Education Progression
A Level qualifications prepare students for university entrance globally. The International Project Qualification provides additional research skills.
Gifted and Talented
Enhanced learning programme, Duke of Edinburgh/IAYP Awards, and competitive inter-school tournaments through AHESSN.
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
PSHE (Personal, Social, Health, and Economic) education from Grades 7-9. Pastoral care system with dorm parents for boarders.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Enhanced learning programme supporting students with additional learning needs.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Contact the school for EAL support details.
Mental Wellbeing
Pastoral care team, spiritual life programme, and health care services. "Home away from home" approach to emotional and social wellbeing.
Safeguarding
Dedicated safeguarding programme. Medical clinic with resident doctor on campus. Health care services for all students.
Admissions
Online application form available at hebronooty.org. A deposit is required upon admission confirmation to reserve a seat. Visits to the school can be arranged through the admissions office.
Scholarships
Fee reductions available for SAARC citizens. Concessions for families employed by selected Christian organisations. The Sheiling Trust provides additional support.
Waitlist
Subject to seat availability. Deposit secures the place.
