
ASIS Chennai
Part of SIS Group of Schools, Secular
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
Accreditations
Anand Singapore International School (ASIS) is a K-12 private international school in Chennai, formed through a partnership between the SIS Group of Schools and the Kalasalingam and Anandam Ammal Charities. It provides a Singapore-based, holistic international education designed to prepare students to be global citizens.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, focusing on both physical and intellectual growth. It aims to develop 21st-century leadership skills through its PACE initiative, which prioritizes Perseverance, Analytical Thinking, Communication/Collaboration, and Entrepreneurship/Innovation. The school fosters a family-like environment where teachers act as mentors to inspire and engage students.
Programmes
The school offers a K-12 continuum:
- Preschool: Utilizes the Singaporean Nurturing Early Learners (NEL) Framework, focusing on inquiry-based, holistic development.
- Primary: Follows a Singapore-modeled curriculum with a strong foundation in Mathematics, Science, and English, alongside the Arts and regional languages.
- Secondary: Features an accredited Cambridge International programme, incorporating inter-disciplinary projects and preparing students for the IB Diploma.
- Junior College: A two-year program (Grades 11-12) using the Cambridge curriculum to prepare students for university admission.
Student support
Learning support
For students working towards subject expectations, the school provides an Academic Support Program. This initiative offers individual support and attention from subject teachers outside of regular curriculum hours to ensure personalized learning.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does ASIS Chennai offer?
- ASIS Chennai offers IB Diploma and IGCSE.
- What accreditations does ASIS Chennai hold?
- ASIS Chennai holds accreditations including IB and Cambridge International.
- Is ASIS Chennai co-educational?
- ASIS Chennai is a co-ed school.
- Where is ASIS Chennai located?
- ASIS Chennai is an international school in Chennai, India.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school accepts applications for Preschool, Primary, Secondary, and Junior College levels. The application process requires the submission of a registration form and a non-refundable registration fee. Tuition and fees are divided into three categories: a one-time registration fee, an annual development fee, and an annual tuition fee. The school also offers the SIS Founder Scholarship, which is awarded based on financial need, passion for learning, and demonstrated qualities such as integrity, compassion, and perseverance.
Facilities
About the campus
Located on a 2.5-acre campus in Porur, Chennai, the school is designed to accommodate approximately 1,000 students. Facilities include spacious classrooms, an indoor activity room, an outdoor sports area, a mini theatre, and a sick bay. The campus also features modern science laboratories, a computer lab, and a robotics lab, all under 24/7 surveillance.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a wide range of after-school activities (CCAs) tailored to student interests. These include sports, music, drama, and various creative arts programs. Students also participate in leadership initiatives, such as Model United Nations conferences, and engage in community and charitable projects.
Jaspal SidhuFounder and Chairman, SIS Group of SchoolsFounder of the SIS Group of Schools, he has been instrumental in bringing the Singaporean education system to India. He is an advocate for 21st-century programs in schools and recently participated in the ASEAN Business and Investment Summit 2025 to discuss the role of education in sustainable futures.
Kalvivallal Thiru. T. KalasalingamFounderThe founding chairman who established the first educational institution in Srivilliputur, Tamil Nadu, in 1984. His work has evolved into a university and a group of institutions, with ASIS in Chennai being his latest contribution to school education.
Illayavallal Thiru K. SridharanChairmanChairman associated with the Kalasalingam and Anandam Ammal Charities, which partnered with the SIS Group of Schools to establish ASIS in Chennai.
Shasi Anand SridharanFounder, SIS Group of SchoolsA founder of the SIS Group of Schools who played a key role in the partnership to establish ASIS in Chennai.
Arjun KalasalingamBoard of GovernorsInvolved with the Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education (KARE), he emphasizes the importance of holistic education, employability, and the need for teachers to act as mentors. He was deeply involved in the establishment of ASIS to provide international best practices in education.
Vikas GattaniDirector, Cambrian Education Limited, SingaporeDirector at Cambrian Education Limited, the investment and management arm of the SIS Group in India.
Murthy R NuniDirector, Cambrian Education Limited, SingaporeDirector at Cambrian Education Limited and an alumnus of IIT Madras. He believes ASIS will meet the high educational expectations of Chennai parents and prepare learners with 21st-century global leadership skills.
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