Vaels International School

The school is dedicated to fostering global citizens equipped with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in an interconnected world. Its approach focuses on creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that encourages curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love for learning.

The school offers the Kindle Kids International Curriculum for early years and primary education, focusing on holistic development. From Grade 4 to 12, students can pursue the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (ICSE/ISC) or the Cambridge International Education (IGCSE, AS, and A Levels) pathways.

The school has produced world toppers in IGCSE and country toppers in AS/A levels. Graduates are placed in reputed universities in India and across the world, including institutions in the UK, Singapore, Canada, and the United States.

The school employs experienced faculty dedicated to supporting each student's individual needs through a blend of play-based learning and structured activities. It emphasizes a supportive environment where teachers act as mentors to inspire and motivate students.

The school accepts students from Play Group through Grade 12, with specific age requirements for early years (e.g., 2-3 years for Play Group, 6 years for Grade 1). Applicants must provide documentation including a birth certificate, residential proof, Aadhaar card, and previous academic records. Foreign nationals are required to submit passport, visa, and OCI/PIO documentation.

The school hosts a variety of annual events, including sports meets, cultural celebrations like Pongal and Christmas, and academic initiatives such as the LEAD Symposium and BizEx. The academic year includes orientation programs, student council elections, and various inter-house competitions.

The Neelankarai campus features thematic, air-conditioned classrooms, a library with over 5,000 books, an art lab, a cyber zone, and an in-house movie theatre. Sports facilities include two splash pools, a 4-foot swimming pool, and both indoor and open-air auditoriums. The Injambakkam campus serves students from Grade 4 to 12 and is equipped with modern laboratories and educational technology.

Students participate in a wide range of activities including swimming, karate, yoga, western dance, gymnastics, painting, clay modelling, and art and craft. The school also offers puppetry, storytelling sessions, and an after-school program called Kreda, which provides multi-sensory engagement.