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
Alumni vs Student Debate 2025
Dec18
The Sishya Alumni Versus Sishya Debate was held on Friday, 19th December, 2025. The Alumni Team comprised of Mr. Srinath Sridevan, Ms. Avanti Balachander, Mr.Sibhi Arvind and Mr. Yash Chokhani.
Inter-house Debate Competition 2025
Nov14
INTER-HOUSE DEBATE REPORT 2025 The Inter-House Debate 2025 was held on Friday, 14th November.
School Excursions 2025
Nov14
A Trip Back in time to the HOYSALAS Our much awaited excursion to Karnataka began with an overnight train journey to Bangalore. During the train ride, most of us were way too excited to sleep. We sta...
School Exhibition 2025
Nov01
Sishya School Exhibition 2025. Sishya held its Annual School Exhibition on 1st November 2025, bringing together creativity, culture, history and hands-on learning. From the youngest learners to the senior school, e...
Dance Competition 2025
Oct17
The Dance Competition was held on Friday, 17th October 2025, featuring both Indian and Western dance styles. The event was judged by Mrs. Sharmada Vishwanathan for Indian dance and Mrs. Sagarika Ganeshyam for Western ...
SISHMUN 2025
Oct11
The sixteenth edition of SISHMUN, Sishya's annual Model United Nations conference, took place on the 9th, 10th and 11th of October, 2025. The event saw numerous delegates participating from various schools across the ...
Music Competition 2025
Sep26
The Annual Inter-House Music Competition was held on 26th September, 2025. The judges for the event were Mr. Pinku Jacob, who judged the Indian category, and Ms. Rita William, who judged the Western category.
E sports Tournament 2025
Sep19
The E-Sports Tournament 2025 was an exhilarating event that brought together students from Classes 6 to 12. The tournaments were held on 18th, 19th, and 22nd September 2025 for the A, B, and C Divisions respectively.
Sishya Inter House Tennis Meet 2025
Sep19
The “Hit Over the Net” contest was held on Friday, 19th September 2025, at the Sishya School grounds. The event began with a friendly rally between the Principal, Mrs. Omana Thomas and Junior School Co-ordinator, Mrs....
Annual Day 2025
Aug29
The Annual Day was held on Friday, 29th August 2025. The Chief Guest for the evening was Dr. Preetha Reddy, Executive Vice Chairperson, Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Limited
Junior School Day 2025
Aug26
JUNIOR SCHOOL DAY REPORT The Junior School Day was held on 26th August, 2025. The event featured students from LKG to the 5th grade. The comperes for the evening - Aadhya Shanmugavel, Aneesh Vidyut, Mohammed ...
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.
The Sishya Pulse
Updates from the Sishya Community
SISHYA STUDENTS TOOK PART IN THE ANNUAL SYMPOSIUM CONDUCTED BY THE SCHOOL-KFI. THE THEME WAS – “SOCIALLY USEFUL PUBLIC RESOURCES”. THE STUDENTS SELECTED THE PALLIKARNAI MARSHLAND AND CONDUCTED A THREE-WEEK STUDY AND PRESENTED THEIR FINDINGS.
SISHYA STUDENTS TOOK PART IN THE ANNUAL SYMPOSIUM CONDUCTED BY THE SCHOOL-KFI. THE THEME WAS – “SOCIALLY USEFUL PUBLIC RESOURCES”. THE STUDENTS SELECTED THE PALLIKARNAI MARSHLAND AND CONDUCTED A THREE-WEEK STUDY AND ...
KANISHKA WON THE TITLE ‘BEST OF THE BEST’ IN THE DANCE COMPETITION (SOLO-SUB JUNIOR CATEGORY) CONDUCTED BY ROTARY NITHYAJALI 2025
KANISHKA WON THE TITLE ‘BEST OF THE BEST’ IN THE DANCE COMPETITION (SOLO-SUB JUNIOR CATEGORY) CONDUCTED BY ROTARY NITHYAJALI 2025
IN THE STATE LEVEL GYMNASTICS CHAMPIONSHIP 2025, CONDUCTED BY TAMIL NADU AMATEUR GYMNASTICS ASSOCIATION, VISHRUTH VINAY WON THE GOLD IN THE FLOOR IN THE UNDER-6 CATEGORY
IN THE STATE LEVEL GYMNASTICS CHAMPIONSHIP 2025, CONDUCTED BY TAMIL NADU AMATEUR GYMNASTICS ASSOCIATION, VISHRUTH VINAY WON THE GOLD IN THE FLOOR IN THE UNDER-6 CATEGORY
KAYNA BAID PLACED 3RD IN THE FLOOR EVENT IN THE UNDER-10 CATEGORY AT THE STATE GYMNASTICS CHAMPIONSHIP 2025 HELD BY TAMILNADU AMATEUR GYMNASTICS ASSOCIATION
KAYNA BAID PLACED 3RD IN THE FLOOR EVENT IN THE UNDER-10 CATEGORY AT THE STATE GYMNASTICS CHAMPIONSHIP 2025 HELD BY TAMILNADU AMATEUR GYMNASTICS ASSOCIATION
MILANI SECURED THE 2ND PLACE IN THE 11TH STATE LEVEL CHILDREN'S CHESS TOURNAMENT IN THE UNDER-7 CATEGORY CONDUCTED BY TEN TEN CHESS ACADEMY AT MEENAKSHI COLLEGE. MILANI PLACED 1ST IN THE 1ST TAMILNADU STATE LEVEL CHILDREN'S CHESS TOURNAMENT IN THE UNDER-8 CATEGORY CONDUCTED BY PHOENIX CHESS ACADEMY.
MILANI SECURED THE 2ND PLACE IN THE 11TH STATE LEVEL CHILDREN'S CHESS TOURNAMENT IN THE UNDER-7 CATEGORY CONDUCTED BY TEN TEN CHESS ACADEMY AT MEENAKSHI COLLEGE. MILANI PLACED 1ST IN THE 1ST TAMILNADU STATE LE...
NANDAN SECURED THE 1ST PLACE IN THE VIOLIN CATEGORY AT VIRTOUSO 2025, A MUSIC COMPETITION HELD AT CHRISTWOOD SCHOOL. NANDAN ALSO COMPLETED A 3KM RUN
NANDAN SECURED THE 1ST PLACE IN THE VIOLIN CATEGORY AT VIRTOUSO 2025, A MUSIC COMPETITION HELD AT CHRISTWOOD SCHOOL. NANDAN ALSO COMPLETED A 3KM RUN
RISHI WON GOLD IN 3 X 3 SPEED AND SILVER IN THE 2 X 2 SPEED CUBING COMPETITION IN THE UNDER-8 CATEGORY IN THE SSN CUBE CHALLENGE 2025 CONDUCTED BY WORLD CUBE ASSOCIATION.
RISHI WON GOLD IN 3 X 3 SPEED AND SILVER IN THE 2 X 2 SPEED CUBING COMPETITION IN THE UNDER-8 CATEGORY IN THE SSN CUBE CHALLENGE 2025 CONDUCTED BY WORLD CUBE ASSOCIATION.
TEAM SISHYA PLACED FIRST IN THE 'SUPPLY NEXUS' EVENT AT THE 'BIZEX' CULTURAL COMPETITION HOSTED BY VAELS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL.
TEAM SISHYA PLACED FIRST IN THE 'SUPPLY NEXUS' EVENT AT THE 'BIZEX' CULTURAL COMPETITION HOSTED BY VAELS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL.
IN THE TITANS TROPHY UNDER 10 HELD IN LOYOLA COLLEGE, PRANAVA WAS AWARDED THE MAN OF THE MATCH BY THE MADRAS CRICKET CLUB. IN THE SUMMER TROPHY 2025 FOR UNDER 12 HELD IN DG VAISHNAV COLLEGE, PRANAVA AGAIN WAS THE MAN OF THE MATCH.
IN THE TITANS TROPHY UNDER 10 HELD IN LOYOLA COLLEGE, PRANAVA WAS AWARDED THE MAN OF THE MATCH BY THE MADRAS CRICKET CLUB. IN THE SUMMER TROPHY 2025 FOR UNDER 12 HELD IN DG VAISHNAV COLLEGE, PRANAVA AGAIN WAS THE M...
SAMANVETHA PLACED FIRST IN THE SMT. LALITHA MEMORIAL INTER-SCHOOL CHESS TOURNAMENT HELD AT NSN MEMORIAL SCHOOL. SAMANVETHA PLACED FIRST IN THE STATE LEVEL CHILDREN'S CHESS TOURNAMENT CONDUCTED BY LINGAM CHESS ACADEMY
SAMANVETHA PLACED FIRST IN THE SMT. LALITHA MEMORIAL INTER-SCHOOL CHESS TOURNAMENT HELD AT NSN MEMORIAL SCHOOL. SAMANVETHA PLACED FIRST IN THE STATE LEVEL CHILDREN'S CHESS TOURNAMENT CONDUCTED BY LINGAM CHESS ACADE...
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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