At Akshar Arbol International School, we believe that a School is an enriching and rewarding space where the entire community comes together, learns, benefits, and grows through the rich interactions with one and another.
When we asked our different stakeholders what life at AAIS means to them, here is what we heard from them!
Age 2-5
HEADSTART PROGRAMME
Nurturing young minds with our Headstart program. Watch them thrive in a nurturing environment tailored for their growth.
Age 6-10
LAUNCH PROGRAMME
Inspiring curiosity and inquiry. Our rigorous curriculum challenges students to think critically, question, analyse, and solve problems.
Age 11-15
MIDDLE YEARS PROGRAMME
A transitional phase focusing on holistic development and preparing students for the rigors of senior school academics and life skills.
Age 16-19
IB DP & CAMBRIDGE A LEVELS
World-class finishing programmes preparing students for university success and beyond with global recognition.
Our curriculum is designed to create well-rounded individuals who are firmly rooted in an Indian value system, while being open to the world. Our students consistently attain remarkable success in both the Cambridge IGCSE, AS & A Levels.
Schools are transformational. At AAIS, students are encouraged to become who they wish to become. They explore possibilities to find out who they'd like to become in the future.
We provide opportunities and space for learners to explore; to prepare for an as yet unclear and ultimately challenging future, characterised by a rapid pace of change.
Our learners discover the joy of learning, understanding and uncovering themselves in the process. Our educators hold a unified purpose that what we do impacts generations.
THREE CORE PILLARS:
Curiosity drives every discovery. We don't just teach subjects—we help children fall in love with questions, exploration, and the joy of finding answers.
In our one-section school with student-teacher ratios of 1:12 in early years, every child is known, seen, and nurtured. We're not just educators—we're partners in each child's journey.
From mud-kitchens to Makerspace, from community field trips to scientific investigations, learning at AAIS is tangible, meaningful & connected to life beyond the classroom.
"We foster continual learning for all, at all times—building a community where exploration meets excellence, and every child discovers their unique path."
Beyond classrooms, we cultivate a vibrant environment where arts, sports, and innovation thrive alongside academics.
"Music, Theatre, Visual Arts, and Creative Expression integrated across all grade levels. Students explore, create, perform, and develop artistic confidence."
"Age-appropriate athletic development emphasizing balance, coordination, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Access to football fields, outdoor courts."
"Hands-on learning environments where imagination meets engineering. Students prototype, tinker, build, and turn ideas into tangible creations."
"Music, Theatre, Visual Arts, and Creative Expression. Students explore, create, perform, and develop artistic confidence."
"Age-appropriate athletic development emphasizing balance, coordination, teamwork, and sportsmanship."
"Hands-on learning environments where imagination meets engineering. Students prototype, tinker, build."
"Environmental awareness and community action woven into campus life. Students learn stewardship through conscious projects."
"A rich collection and nurturing environment that fosters a lifelong love of reading, research, and independent learning."
"Nurturing environment, strengthening emotional intelligence, peer relationships. Students develop awareness."
"Environmental awareness and community action woven into campus life. Students learn stewardship."
"A rich collection and nurturing environment that fosters a lifelong love of reading and research."
"Nurturing environment, strengthening emotional intelligence, peer relationships. Students develop awareness."
"We have a strong sense of belonging at school because we are part of such a positive learning environment. The teachers are incredibly supportive."
"Each child is encouraged to grow at their own pace. The school's focus on values alongside academics has helped my child become more confident."
"The holistic education I received at AAIS gave me the tools to think critically and adapt to any challenge. It laid the foundation for my university success."
"The warm and inclusive community at AAIS makes every day special for our children. We are delighted with their progress."
"AAIS balances academics and co-curriculars perfectly. My son enjoys the sports and makerspace activities thoroughly."
"Opting for the IB PYP curriculum at AAIS was the best decision. The inquiry-based learning approach is truly transformative."
"We have a strong sense of belonging at school because we are part of such a positive learning environment. The teachers are incredibly supportive."
"Each child is encouraged to grow at their own pace. The school's focus on values alongside academics has helped my child become more confident."
"The holistic education I received at AAIS gave me the tools to think critically and adapt to any challenge. It laid the foundation for my university success."
"The warm and inclusive community at AAIS makes every day special for our children. We are delighted with their progress."
"AAIS balances academics and co-curriculars perfectly. My son enjoys the sports and makerspace activities thoroughly."
"Opting for the IB PYP curriculum at AAIS was the best decision. The inquiry-based learning approach is truly transformative."
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Located in Injambakkam, our K-12 ECR campus is a sanctuary of interactive learning. Designed to connect children with nature, it features sunlit spaces, caves, and open vistas, inaugurated in 2018.
The heart of AAIS in T.Nagar, where the story began in 2011. Currently a multi-storey campus for Toddler-Grade 12. Coming Soon: A cutting-edge, state-of-the-art facility in T.Nagar to serve as a hub of innovation.
We believe in building strong connections with everyone in our community, starting with getting to know each other. Our admissions process is simple and clear, designed to give you a taste of what it’s like to be part of the AAIS family.
We want you to enjoy the experience, ask questions, and really get to know us. Welcome to the AAIS community – let’s make this journey together!
| Campus | Grades | Programme |
|---|---|---|
| T. Nagar & ECR | Toddler to Grade 5 | IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) |
| T. Nagar & ECR | Grade 6 - Grade 10 | Cambridge Lower Secondary & IGCSE |
| T. Nagar | Grade 11 & 12 | Cambridge AS/A |
| ECR | Grade 11 & 12 | IB Diploma Programme (DP) |
We're a complete K-12 school at both campuses - T.Nagar and ECR. As Chennai's first IB PYP school, we've been at this for over 15 years.
Yes! We offer a variety of after-school activities at both campuses. Details are shared at the start of each academic year.
| Grade | Timings |
|---|---|
| Toddler | 9:15 AM - 12:30 PM |
| ELC 1 | 9:15 AM - 12:30 PM* |
| ELC 2 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM* |
| ELC 3 | 8:15 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Grades 1-5 | 8:10 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Grades 6-12 | 8:10 AM - 3:00 PM |
* Extended hours available for Toddler & ELC1 at no extra cost if an older sibling
is enrolled full-day.
Toddler to Grade 5: Monday to Friday
Grades 6-12: Monday to Friday + one Saturday a month (for sports and house
competitions)
Our PE programme builds balance, endurance, strength, flexibility, coordination, and teamwork. Students have access to Cricket, Futsal, Football, and Badminton.
Performing Arts (Music, Theatre), Visual Arts, and Physical Education are built into the timetable from ELC1 to Grade 8. From Grade 9, students can choose Art & Design, Visual Arts, or Sports as formal courses.
Yes - and we've put thought into it. Our uniform is simple, comfortable, gender-neutral, and designed with our senior students and a leading fashion brand.
Green-Grey on regular days and the Orange-Grey or Student-House colour & Grey on days when there is PE in the timetable. Early Learning Centre students wear uniform about three days a week. Older students wear it daily and when representing the school.
