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American World School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 200
Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid
Opened 2021
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages French, Spanish, Tamil
Typical class size 15
Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

American World School (AWS) Chennai is a K–12 international school on Chennai's Mahabalipuram Road in Perungudi. It delivers 100% American Curriculum with WASC accreditation and McGraw Hill materials used across Asia. Students pursue a WASC-accredited High School Diploma with Dual Diploma options; 15 AP courses and college pathways are available. Early college credits come through Dual Enrollment with Arizona State University, Community College of Baltimore County, and University of Silicon Valley, enabling access to 350+ US universities. The AWS Way blends Finnish and American practices to foster entrepreneurial mindset and holistic growth. The Polymathic Experience emphasizes Creativity, Growth Mindset, Curiosity, Persistence, Opportunity Seeking, Empathy, Problem Solving, and Optimism. The campus comprises two buildings, with 35,000 sq ft of learning space and 18,000 sq ft of sports facilities, including an AI Entrepreneurship Lab, Innovation Center, Zen Garden, Library, and Collaboration Studio. Extras include internships, exchanges, KIDx Asia, ESTEAM, and startup incubation.

No 3/171, Nehru Nagar, 1st Main Road, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thiruvengadam Nagar, Perungudi, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600096

The Essentials

American World School has 200 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600096. Address: No 3/171, Nehru Nagar, 1st Main Road, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Thiruvengadam Nagar, Perungudi.

Stages
Early Years, Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Middle School, High School, Online School

Country affiliation
American curriculum

School day structure
School hours run from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Meals are included for Kindergarten–Grade 2.
Fees
Application fees

- An application or registration charge is not published as a fixed public amount. Application fees (if any) and any initial registration or enrollment charges are provided to families directly as part of the admissions conversation.
- Required application documents include a completed application form, recent passport photographs, proof of identity/age for the child, and recent school reports; these document requirements are submitted at application.

Tuition fees by school year (per term and per year group)

- Tuition amounts vary by grade level and by family configuration (for example sibling enrolments); the school does not publish a single public list of per-term or per-year fee figures. Families are given a personalised fee schedule showing per-term and per-year amounts for the child's specific grade and circumstances during admissions.
- What tuition covers: core and elective curriculum including the entrepreneurship programme, technology and learning resources, a range of clubs/sports/arts and many after‑school activities, and student support services such as academic counselling and university guidance.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Offered billing schedules include:
- Annual payment — full year paid up front with a discount applied.
- Semester payment — two equal payments across the academic year.
- Quarterly payment — four installments across the academic year.
- Monthly payment plan — available on request for qualifying families.
- Sibling discounts are available and are applied according to family enrolment configuration. Specific deadlines, due dates, and any late‑payment penalties are defined in the family's enrollment agreement and in the individualized fee schedule provided at admission.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed; the school is presented as a day campus with optional transportation services rather than a residential/boarding provider. Optional transport services are priced separately.

Other costs and fees

- Transportation: Optional school bus service covering major areas is charged separately; specific route and fee information is provided on the school's transportation page or within the family fee schedule.
- Lunch programme: School lunch is offered for an additional fee; menu options and pricing are provided when enrolling.
- Uniforms: Uniforms are purchased through the school store; a complete uniform list is supplied on enrollment and the cost of the uniform is an additional expense.
- Extracurriculars: Many clubs, sports and after‑school activities are included in tuition; certain specialised programmes or external trips may carry additional charges.

Refund information

- Refunds and the conditions for refund (including any prorating) are governed by the enrollment agreement. In general, refunds are available on a prorated basis if withdrawal occurs before the start of an academic term; precise refund calculations, any administrative or processing fees, and timelines are specified in the enrollment agreement.

Fee payment options (methods)

- Available payment schedules are annual, semester, quarterly, and a monthly plan in qualifying circumstances; sibling discounts and financial‑assistance options may affect the net fee. Specific accepted payment methods (for example bank transfer, direct debit, credit/debit card) are not published as a standard list; the available payment methods and instructions are provided to the family together with the personalised fee schedule and enrollment paperwork.

Key practical notes for parents

- Per‑child fee figures (per term and per annum) are provided to each family as a bespoke fee schedule during the admissions process; the schedule reflects grade level, sibling arrangements, and any financial assistance or scholarships awarded.

(For contact or to request the personalised fee schedule and the enrollment agreement that defines payment deadlines, refund terms and accepted payment methods, use the school's admissions contact channels.)
Academics

American World School teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
100% American Curriculum for K–12 in Chennai. The school is WASC-accredited and uses the McGraw Hill K–12 curriculum in Asia. AP Courses & College Pathways are offered (15 AP Courses). The High School Diploma is a WASC‑accredited American High School Diploma with Dual Diploma options. Early College credits are available through Dual Enrolment with Arizona State University, Community College of Baltimore County, and the University of Silicon Valley, granting access to 350+ US universities. The AWS Way blends Finnish and American international educational practices and promotes an entrepreneurial mindset and holistic growth. The Polymathic Experience encourages students to explore interests and pursue passions; core competencies include Creativity, Growth Mindset, Curiosity, Persistence, Opportunity Seeking, Empathy, Problem Solving, and Optimism.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes and low student-to-teacher ratios.

Higher Education Progression
High School diploma is a WASC-accredited American High School Diploma with Dual Diploma options; Early College credits are available through Dual Enrolment with Arizona State University, Community College of Baltimore County, and University of Silicon Valley; 350+ US universities; Innovation and Impact Programme; startups incubated at IIT Madras Research Park and Anna University.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Counselling team, school psychologists, and Success Coaches support students' emotional and social development; social-emotional learning is woven into the curriculum at every grade.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
AWS is committed to inclusive education. Small class sizes, personalised learning approach, mastery-based model, and a dedicated Success Manager system mean that students with a wide range of learning profiles receive the individual attention they need to thrive.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Multilingual Learning — Expanding Minds Through Language; Students develop proficiency in multiple languages.

Mental Wellbeing
Counselling team, school psychologists, and Success Coaches support emotional wellbeing; social-emotional learning is woven into the curriculum.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a priority; recruitment and training includes rigorous screening and safeguarding training for all employees; safe campus and systems with CCTV and visitor protocols; student education on personal safety, digital wellbeing, and bullying prevention; response and support; safeguarding leads; policies reviewed every three years.
Parent Experience

History
American World School began as Kidspreneur in Singapore in 2012 with the goal of nurturing entrepreneurial thinking through experiential learning. It earned accreditation from the Singapore Ministry of Education in 2014. A Chennai training center opened in 2016, expanding access to AWS's entrepreneurial education in India, and KIDx Asia launched in 2017. In 2021, AWS was launched in Chennai as Asia's first entrepreneurial K‑12 school and received accreditation from the American International Accreditation Association of Schools and Colleges as an Official Model School. In 2025, AWS achieved full accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, and in January 2026 announced a collaboration with the University of Silicon Valley Chennai Campus to create a direct K‑12 to university pathway.

Community
AWS Chennai hosts a diverse, globally connected community with students from 30+ nationalities across five countries. The school maintains a global network through partnerships such as the Peter Jones Foundation and KIDx Asia, and supports 350+ US university partnerships. Students are supported by a dedicated Success Coach, and campus life includes the Maker Space, the Innovation Hub, a Content Creation Studio, and the Falcons Gym, with Innovation Day and Friday Entrepreneurship Day as regular experiences. The community has earned international recognition, including a British Parliament award and ongoing global collaboration with technology and entrepreneurship partners.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The AWS Chennai Parent Teacher Association is a vibrant partnership between families and educators built to enrich the school experience for every student. Every parent is a member and participates actively, with the PTA organizing events, fundraisers for school improvements, and providing a voice for parents in school decisions. PTA activities include events and celebrations, fundraising, parent education, and facilitating parent voice, with 100% parent membership, 20+ events per year, and monthly meetings and active volunteers.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Located in Perungudi on Chennai's Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR), the AWS Chennai campus sits in Chennai's innovation corridor. The campus spans 35,000 square feet of indoor learning space and 18,000 square feet of dedicated indoor and outdoor sports facilities. It is designed as a learning ecosystem to nurture curiosity, entrepreneurial thinking, and the courage to create, with flexible classrooms, AI entrepreneurship facilities, and spaces for global collaboration. The campus includes a Zen Garden for mindfulness and yoga, outdoor learning spaces, and multiple informal gathering areas to support collaboration and hands-on learning. This is not a traditional campus; every space is intended to enable students to learn by doing.

Sports Facilities
18,000 square feet of dedicated indoor and outdoor sports space. The Athletic & Wellness Complex includes a full-fledged gymnasium, two outdoor athletic fields, and basketball and tennis courts. A Zen Garden supports mindfulness as part of the athletic facilities. Outdoor learning spaces provide outdoor classrooms, a kindergarten play area, nature zones, and courtyards for events and performances as part of the campus's wellness and activity spaces.

Academic Facilities
Two main buildings house the academic program: the Lower School Building for KG–Grade 5 and the Middle & Upper School Building for Grades 6–12, with purpose-designed classrooms, flexible seating, and collaborative work zones. There are advanced science laboratories and dedicated computer science and coding labs. The AI Entrepreneurship Lab & Innovation Center combines artificial intelligence tools with design thinking and real-world business applications, supported by a Global Collaboration Studio and a pitching deck area for student ventures. The Library & Media Center provides an extensive book collection and a digital resource center, with spaces for collaboration, video editing, and audio recording. There is also an emphasis on project-based learning and entrepreneurship across the curriculum.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Arts & Creative Spaces include painting, drawing, and mixed media studios; digital arts and graphic design lab; dance studios; and a recording studio. The Kidspreneur Hub (Pioneertown) gives Grades 3–5 students storefronts, point-of-sale systems, a presentation stage, and display areas to run real businesses. The Innovation Hub is a 5,000 square foot Maker Space with laser cutters, 3D printers, Siemens software, and weekly Innovation Day with engineers. The Athletic & Wellness Complex supports athletic programs with a gym, outdoor fields, and courts, complemented by Zen garden spaces. The campus also supports entrepreneurship and innovation through ESTEAM, KIDx Asia, the Peter Jones Foundation, and startup incubation programs, along with a Library & Media Center and outdoor learning spaces.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a McGraw Hill K–12 curriculum exclusive in Asia through AWS Chennai, with AP courses and college readiness programs. It uses a mastery-based, skills-first approach and provides internship programs and global exchange opportunities. The Technology program features a 1:1 device program, coding from Grade 3, a robotics club, AI and data science electives, and digital citizenship education. The Innovation Hub and maker spaces support project-based learning across STEM and entrepreneurship.

Arts & Creative
Arts & Music are offered, including visual arts, performing arts, and music programs with annual showcases, band performances, and art exhibitions.

Cultural & Language
World languages program is offered.

Social & Hobbies
Sports and athletics are offered; Falcons Club is part of AWS Chennai's student-life experiences, alongside World of Experience, Learning Experience, and Arts and Athletics.

Community & Service
Service Learning combines academics with community impact: students identify local needs, develop service projects, and reflect on experiences to connect classroom learning with real-world social impact.

Leadership & Professional
Entrepreneurship is central to AWS, with programs including Entrepreneurial Skills & Mindsets, ESTEAM, KIDx Asia, Startup Incubation, Peter Jones Foundation, and Startup Stories.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellbeing is prioritized through Off-Campus Trips, K-12 Wellbeing, Falcons Gym, Create Your Own Path, and Student Transformation.
Languages

Language Provision
English — All academic subjects are taught in English, with structured English language development support for students from non-English backgrounds. Français — French is taught with authentic pronunciation, cultural context, and a focus on genuine language use. Español — Spanish is taught with real-time practice and opportunities to interact with peers in Spain. தமிழ் — Tamil is taught through the Thamba Curriculum, designed to inspire love of Tamil and rooted in Tamil literature and culture.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the medium of instruction; French, Spanish, and Tamil are taught as additional languages.

Immersion Programs
Spanish immersion is supported by real-time interactions with peers in a Spanish-speaking environment in Spain. Tamil immersion is supported by the Thamba Curriculum, a Tamil language program co-developed with Dr. Madhan Karkey to foster deep engagement with Tamil.
Reputation

Accreditations
WASC — Western Association of Schools & Colleges: Accreditation by a leading U.S. accrediting body that supports educational excellence, continuous improvement, effective learning environments, equitable resource allocation, and strong leadership.
AIAASC — American International Accreditation Association: Since 1992, AIAASC accreditation demonstrates international recognition, accountability and transparency, professional development, global networking, and a focus on innovation.
NCPSA — National Council for Private School Accreditation: NCPSA accreditation represents the gold standard in private school accreditation, affirming academic rigor, institutional integrity, resource excellence, leadership, and ongoing advancement.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. AWS Chennai admits students from Pre-Primary through Grade 12. Applications are accepted year‑round from any curriculum background and from anywhere in the world. Admissions are not based solely on academic performance; there is an emphasis on curiosity and on families being genuine partners in the child's education. The overall goal is to determine fit with AWS's learning model and supports a student's success from day one.
Step 2. Start with Enquiry / Visit / Apply. An enquiry or campus visit is the first step to learn more about AWS. Campus tours run Monday through Friday, and Open House events are scheduled periodically to allow families to see classrooms, labs, and facilities. Enquiries can be submitted online to begin the process and to schedule a visit or move toward applying.
Step 3. The Assessment Process. For most grade levels, a brief, relaxed academic assessment helps identify the student's current level and the right programme and supports. This assessment is not a test of worth or a gatekeeper; it guides placement and resource planning. Pre‑Primary and Kindergarten applicants do not have a formal assessment; instead there is a warm, play‑based observation session paired with a family meeting. AWS welcomes students from CBSE, ICSE, IB, or other curricula, and a bridging plan is used for older students moving to the American curriculum to ensure a confident transition. AWS is committed to inclusive education with small class sizes and a dedicated Success Manager system, and families are asked to share relevant learning needs upfront so appropriate supports can be arranged.
Step 4. Documents and the Application. Submit the completed AWS Application Form and two passport‑sized photos of the child, along with copies of the child's passport and/or Aadhar Card, birth certificate, and copies of the parent/guardian's passport or national ID. Include the most recent school reports or transcripts (last two years), the transfer certificate or school leaving certificate if applicable, and any medical, health, or special educational needs documentation, plus proof of current address. The admissions team provides the complete checklist and guides families through each item; if gathering documents is challenging (for example, for families relocating from abroad), AWS will help work through it.
Step 5. Post‑assessment and Enrollment. Admission decisions follow the assessment and documentation review, with next steps provided for enrollment. If a bridging or additional support plan is needed, it can be arranged to ensure a smooth start. Where possible, campus visits, Open Houses, and the admissions team's guidance assist families in completing the process and making a well‑informed choice.
Step 6. Space Availability and Mid‑Year Options. Class sizes are kept small and spaces are limited; rolling admissions allow new students to join at any point if space is available. If a space is not currently available at the requested grade level, families can be placed on the waitlist and will be contacted when a space opens. As an alternative, the AWS Online School is available as a starting point so a child can begin learning remotely and transition to the Chennai campus when a place becomes available.

Waitlist
Space availability is limited by grade, and AWS uses rolling admissions. If no space is available, families can be added to the waitlist and will be contacted as soon as a space opens. The Online School provides a remote starting point while waiting for a Chennai campus placement.
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