Sishya
New No. 2, PADMANABHA NAGAR,
ADYAR, CHENNAI – 600 020
The Story of Sishya
The Story of Sishya is the story of how one man’s vision was transformed through his dedication & perseverance in the face of odds, through the support of parents and students as well the community at large, into a premier institution providing quality education in Chennai.
Sishya was founded in 1972. The school has gradually developed over the years until it has evolved into a full fledged Higher Secondary School, offering the +2 since 1986. The school is affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examination, whose offices are in New Delhi. It prepares students for the ICSE (Class X) and the ISC (Class XII) examinations. A state of the art Library with a Multimedia Section and Audiovisual Room along with fully equipped Laboratories for Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Computer Science form part of the schools campus. The school has extensive games fields for a variety of sports like Cricket, Basketball, Soccer, Hockey, Athletics, Table Tennis and Badminton. Qualified coaches are available to guide the children.
Sishya has always sought to achieve total development of each pupil, with emphasis on learning and co-curricular activities. The School endeavours to ensure that each child receives his fair share of individual attention. The quality of education imparted is indicated by the achievements of former students of Sishya many of whom have already excelled themselves in many fields.
Admission Information
Parents desirous of registering children born in 2024 for LKG 2028 may send an email to the school requesting an appointment.
Please note: as the number of LKG seats are limited, those who have registered in the year of birth will be considered.
Admissions to other Classes depend on vacancies. Admissions are done from January till March. There will be no admissions from April to December.
Sishya SUPW and Social Work
Sishya SUPW and Social Work are compulsory activities for students of Classes 9 to 12
Under SUPW, children learn practical activities that help them to be capable and self-sufficient. Community Service activities include visits to orphanages and schools for the physically or mentally challenged and helps to sensitize our students to the needs and problems of other children.
Latest Videos
Sishya 41st Inter House Athletics Meet
On 1st February 2025, Sishya organized its 41st Annual Inter-house Athletics Meet. The athletic spirit took over the campus early, with athletes training diligently since school reopened.
Latest Events & Happenings
Independence Day celebrations 2025
Aug15
This year’s Independence Day celebrations were a vibrant blend of music, dance, and heartfelt tributes to our nation. The program opened with the stirring “Anthem of Bravery” presented by Grade 5. Soon after, the stag...
School Fete 2025
Jul05
Sishya Fête 2025 took off and landed smoothly, thanks to the efficient planning and organization of the PTA in collaboration with our teachers and staff. As always, this popular event proved to be a major attraction, ...
Sishyamrita 2025
Jul04
Sishyamrita 2025, Sishya, Adyar’s Interschool cultural event was held on July 3rd, Thursday and July 4th, Friday 2025. The first day saw 14 schools participating and Day two had 15 schools in attendance.
Science Quiz 2025
Jun30
The Inter-House Science quiz held on 30/06/25 was conducted by Dr. Jerlin Jose and Mr. Abishek Venkat.
Drama Competition 2025
Jun27
The Inter-House Drama Competition was held on the 27th of June, 2025. This year’s theme was “Adaptations of Shakespeare’s Plays.” Each house brought a unique interpretation on to the stage: Cauvery House presented The...
Sishya Inter House Swimming Meet 2025
Jun21
The Sishya Inter House Swimming Meet was held on June 21st, 2025, at the SDAT Aquatic Complex in Velachery, Chennai. Over 165 students from Class 1 to Class 12 competed in various events, including freestyle, breastst...
Tiger Quiz 2025
Jun13
The Inter-House Tiger Quiz, held on 13th June, brought a wave of excitement to the campus as teams of four students from each house, spanning classes 9 to 12, went head-to-head in a thrilling battle of minds
English Elocution 2025
Apr15
Inter-House English Elocution Competition was held on 15th April, 2025, showcasing the oratory talents of students from classes 6 to 9.
Middle School Quiz 2025
Apr11
A thrilling quiz competition was held on April 11, 2025 and was expertly moderated by Mrs. Reeba Anna Varughese and Mr. Abishek Venkat, with Mrs. Kalavathi Rajkumar keeping track of time and Mrs. Uma Maheshwari and Mr...
KIT Thomas Oration 2025
Apr07
On April 7th, 2025, the school had the privilege of hosting Mr. N. Ram, Chairman, Kasturi and Sons and one of India’s most respected journalists, as the guest orator.
Rangoli Competition 2025
Apr04
The Inter-House Rangoli Competition was held on 4th April 2025, with the theme "Childhood," bringing vibrant creativity to life.
Graduation Ceremony 2025
Apr03
The portals of Sishya were filled with pride and nostalgia on April 3rd, 2025, as the school gathered to honour the outgoing ISC Batch of 2025.
Art & Pottery Competition 2025
Mar28
The Inter House Art and Pottery Competition held on March 28th, 2025 was a lively and inspiring event that highlighted the creative abilities of students.
Photography Competition 2025
Mar28
The Photography Competition was held on 28th March, 2025. The themes were “Stories from the street”, “Rush hour” and “Nature and wilderness”.
Sishya PTA AGM 2025
Mar21
The Sishya Parent Teachers Association (PTA) set up in 1983 aims to promote positive relations between the teachers, the management and the parents of the school.
Kiddies Meet 2025
Mar01
The 36th Sishya Annual Kiddies Meet was held on Saturday, 1st March, 2025 on the School Grounds. The Chief Guest for this year was Mrs. Kavitha Shanbhag, PTA president for the year 2024-25.
Overnight Camp 2025
Feb08
The Annual Overnight Camp at Sishya: A Night to Remember. The air was electric with excitement as students from classes 4-8 and 11 poured onto the Sishya campus on February 8, 2025, eager to kick off the annual Overni...
41st Inter House Athletics Meet
Feb01
On 1st February 2025, Sishya organized its 41st Annual Inter-house Athletics Meet. The athletic spirit took over the campus early, with athletes training diligently since school reopened.
Prefects Investiture 2025
Jan27
The investiture ceremony, where all student leaders were formally officiated in a solemn ceremony held on the 27th of January, acquainted the incoming leaders with their duties and responsibilities.
Anjolie Ela Menon visits Sishya 2023
Jan10
On 10.1.2023, Sishya School had the privilege of hosting a unique art workshop conducted by the renowned Indian artist, Anjolie Ela Menon.
The Sishya Pulse
Updates from the Sishya Community
KANISHKA OF CLASS 2 PARTICIPATED IN THE CHENNAYIN DEVYA DESAM CONDUCTED BY NATYARPANA SCHOOL OF FINE ARTS BHARATNATYAM DANCE PROGRAMME HELD BETWEEN 18.12. 2024 -5.1.2025 AND WAS HONOURED WITH THE DHIVYA DESA NITHYA KALASHREE
KANISHKA OF CLASS 2 PARTICIPATED IN THE CHENNAYIN DEVYA DESAM CONDUCTED BY NATYARPANA SCHOOL OF FINE ARTS BHARATNATYAM DANCE PROGRAMME HELD BETWEEN 18.12. 2024 -5.1.2025 AND WAS HONOURED WITH THE DHIVYA DESA NITHYA KA...
Khairav Vishnu of class 2 was awarded THE National Encouragement Award in the NATIONAL GLOBAL ART CREATIVE STAR FINALS conducted on 8.12.24
Khairav Vishnu of class 2 was awarded THE National Encouragement Award in the NATIONAL GLOBAL ART CREATIVE STAR FINALS conducted on 8.12.24
Pahal B of class 3 was awarded the National Encouragement Award in the NATIONAL GLOBAL ART CREATIVE STAR FINALS conducted on 8.12.24
Pahal B of class 3 was awarded the National Encouragement Award in the NATIONAL GLOBAL ART CREATIVE STAR FINALS conducted on 8.12.24
Jaanvi Ajay of UKG was recorded in the Indian Book of World Record for identifying AND RECALLING THE NAMES OF 43 POKEMON CHARACTERS IN 1 MIN AND 23 SECONDS BY VIEWING THE IMAGES FROM FLASH CARDS.
Jaanvi Ajay of UKG was recorded in the Indian Book of World Record for identifying AND RECALLING THE NAMES OF 43 POKEMON CHARACTERS IN 1 MIN AND 23 SECONDS BY VIEWING THE IMAGES FROM FLASH CARDS.
Samanvetha S OF CLASS 4 PLACED 4TH PLACE IN THE TAMILNADU State level children’s chess tournament organised by Raghavendra Chess Academy at Shraddha Children’s Academy
Samanvetha S OF CLASS 4 PLACED 4TH PLACE IN THE TAMILNADU State level children’s chess tournament organised by Raghavendra Chess Academy at Shraddha Children’s Academy
Siddharth Dugar, Kanav Singhi, Mathew Ryan, Rithvika Arun, Nitish P and Rishabh Narayanan won laurels for the school at the PS MUN 2024 held at PS Senior Secondary School.
Siddharth Dugar, Kanav Singhi, Mathew Ryan, Rithvika Arun, Nitish P and Rishabh Narayanan won laurels for the school at the PS MUN 2024 held at PS Senior Secondary School.
Sidharth Rajan V of Class 3 secured 3rd place in The Regional Finals Creative Star 24 Competition conducted by Global Art
Sidharth Rajan V of Class 3 secured 3rd place in The Regional Finals Creative Star 24 Competition conducted by Global Art
TANVI CHOWDHRY OF CLASS 5 SECURED SECOND PLACE IN THE INTER SCHOOL GYMNASTIC COMPETITION - 6th Adventure Trophy Invitation Meet
TANVI CHOWDHRY OF CLASS 5 SECURED SECOND PLACE IN THE INTER SCHOOL GYMNASTIC COMPETITION - 6th Adventure Trophy Invitation Meet
Yaashvi Mohan OF CLASS 3 SECURED SECOND PLACE IN The Regional Finals Creative Star 24 Competition conducted by Global Art
Yaashvi Mohan OF CLASS 3 SECURED SECOND PLACE IN The Regional Finals Creative Star 24 Competition conducted by Global Art
Yohan Athreyan S of class 3 won the 3rd place in the U- 11 Boys Singles Category in the Inter-School Badminton tournament conducted by Smith Badminton Centre held at Gamez To Fly Badminton Academy, Chennai.
Yohan Athreyan S of class 3 won the 3rd place in the U- 11 Boys Singles Category in the Inter-School Badminton tournament conducted by Smith Badminton Centre held at Gamez To Fly Badminton Academy, Chennai.
The History of Sishya
The story of Sishya is the story of how one man’s vision was transformed through his dedication & perseverance in the face of many odds, through the support of parents and students as well the community at large, into a premier institution providing quality education in Chennai.
1972
Sishya was founded
Mr. K. I. Thomas, the founder of Sishya, began a nursery-cum-preparatory school in January 1972 at Edward Elliots Road with just 28 pupils on its rolls.
1974
KIT Thomas Educational Society is founded. Colonel Mackenzie takes over as Principal
KIT Thomas Educational Society is granted ICSE Certification. First school magazine is published.
1975
Final year at Edward Elliots Road
Sishya’s 1st batch consisting of 9 students appear for the ICSE examination. Sishya students participate in a school broadcast on AIR for the first time. Usha Uthup’s benefit concert for Sishya.
1976
Sishya shifts to Adyar
Sishya shifts to Adyar. Thatched huts for classrooms. FIRE! 2nd std hut catches fire when a diwali rocket falls on it. Fire brigade summoned. DD Telecast of Sishya Play
1980
Sishya Clubs and Sports
Physical, natural science, camera and dance photography inaugurated
1982
Interact club inaugurated
Interact club inaugurated
1983
Sishya PTA formed
Sishya PTA formed. It was in this year also that the First Sishya Fete was held in November 1983.
1984
A new chapter in the history of Sishya.
A new Principal's Block housing the Senior School and the Laboratories is constructed with funds raised primarily through donations received from parents and well wishers of the school.
1985
Mr. V. Hensman takes over as principal
Mr. V. Hensman takes over as principal. A person with an avid interest in music and dramatics, he directed and oversaw the annual school plays. Sishya starts +2 classes.
1985
Mrs. Thangam Thomas passes on
Ms. Thangam Thomas passed on. In Sishya many remember her for all the little things she did—like standing at the gate and handing out Easter eggs to all.
1988
First batch takes ISC examination
First batch to take ISC examination. ‘EXPOSISH’ 1988, a novel fund raising effort initiated by the PTA, was a massive project in which the parents, teachers and also the students played a major role, was a resounding ...
1989
The Junior School- cum- Auditorium block was constructed
In 1989, the Junior School- cum- Auditorium block was constructed and was the venue for the Inaugural meeting of Sishya Alumni.
1990
N.K. Sharma takes over as a principal
N.K. Sharma taught chemistry for the senior classes. He introduced a wider variety of Inter-House cultural competitions, and the Inter-School Cultural, Sishyamrita.
1990
Ms. Grace Cherian passes on
Ms. Grace Cherian passed on. She is fondly remembered as a strict but fair person. Grace Cherian was a punctilious woman, detailed oriented and correct in everything she said and did.
1993
The G.E. Cherian Memorial ITC Primary Block was inaugurated next in 1993.
The pre-school complex consisting of little cottages and a delightful kiddies’ play area complete with a stage was constructed under the shade-giving trees in the premises.
1993
Mr. KIT Thomas passes on
Mr. KIT Thomas passed on. He has the singular privilege of having fathered and built two institutions that despite the passage of time remain synonymous with his name.
1994
Playground is completely re-laid and re-surfaced
In 1994 the playground is completely re-laid and re-surfaced and converted to facilitate athletics and games even in the rainy season.
1995
V.E. Simcock installed as new principal
Vivian Simcock taught mathematics for Class 10, introduced the concept of ‘Heads of Departments’ and SUPW activities, and increased the gamut of Inter-House competitions.
1997
The school’s Silver Jubilee
In 1997, on the school’s Silver Jubilee, the new Library Block is inaugurated and named The Thangam Thomas Library Block after one of the school’s co–founders.
1999
B.J. Caszo takes over as principal
B.J. Caszo (2000 – 2002) was working with the Council before he joined Sishya. He taught English for Classes 10, 11 and 12.
2002
Omana Thomas takes over as principal
Omana Thomas takes over as principal from B.J. Caszo
2006
The new Auditorium is inaugurated
The old school Auditorium is replaced with a new building housing the new auditorium, Computer Labs, Maths Lab, and the Junior School classes. This building was completed and inaugurated in 2006.
2010
Dr. C.L. Metha Sishya OMR school is opened
In 2010 , in association with the CL Metha Trust, the Dr. C.L. Metha Sishya OMR school is opened in Thoraipakkam.
2011
The Ecole Franco Indienne Sishya is opened
The EFIS is opened in the main school campus to cater to the French community in Chennai.
2016
Sports field is relaid and WiFi for the whole school
The existing sports field is relaid and resurfaced to support Sishya’s extensive sporting activities through the year. The whole school is converted into WiFi campus.
2017
The Pre-School Block renovated and made into smart classrooms
The cottages are renovated and made into smart classrooms with a generous donation from MRF.
2022
CISCE Regional Athletic Meet
In its Golden Jubilee year (1972-2022), Sishya, Adyar, conducted the two-day CISCE-TN & Puducherry – Regional Athletic Meet, on August 1st and August 2nd at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai. From across the state...
2022
Art and Literary Fest at Sishya
Inauguration by Thiru. Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi, Honourable Minister of School Education. A two day fest moderated interactive sessions with Dr.Gill Harris, Panel discussion by Dr. Salim Thomas, Mrs Sarala Unni and Sam...
2022
Golden Jubilee Celebrations
The Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru.M.K.Stalin. Avl. was the esteemed Chief Guest at the Opening Ceremony.
2023
Sishya Sansaar
Sishya Sansaar - A Cambridge International School opened.
2024
CISCE Regional football and Pre- Subroto football matches were hosted by Sishya on campus.
Sishya hosted the CISCE Tamil Nadu State Regional Football Tournament 2024. Around 80 schools from across Tamil Nadu took part. Pre- Subroto Football matches witness the participation of 21 teams from various schools ...
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