American International School-Chennai is a IB school in Chennai, India. Founded in 1995. It serves 226 students for students aged 3–18. Annual tuition ranges from $12,900 to $29,140 USD.
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About
American International School-Chennai is a private, coeducational day school in Chennai, India, authorized by the International Baccalaureate since April 2007. The school provides instruction in English and is located in the Taramani area of Chennai.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
AISC is a LEED Platinum certified 13-acre campus authorized as an American Embassy School in India, offering a North American standards-based curriculum alongside AP and IB Diploma programs. The campus features a Discovery Studio and Design Technology Lab with robotics, CAD, 3D printing, and laser cutting. Service-learning, a strong wellbeing framework, and a diverse community of approximately 26 nationalities distinguish the school.
Fees & Financials
Original currency: ₹12,900 - 1,200,000. Application fee: $400.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit online application via OpenApply (non-refundable USD 400 fee). Upload passport copies for both parents and student, a recent photo, past three years of school reports in English, teacher or counselor recommendation letter, high school transcripts (for high school applicants), Health Form, Physical Examination Form, Vaccination Records, employment letter, and a copy of the student's Indian visa. 2) The Admissions Director and Head of School determine eligibility by confirming the student can meet academic standards, has shown acceptable behavior, the school can meet any special needs, and the student will embrace the school's mission. 3) The school applies a priority system to seat allocation, releasing seats to eligible students in the order by completed date within listed priority categories. 4) AISC operates rolling admissions and accepts students continuously until the first week of May; an August start typically begins with enrollment in January–February. English language proficiency is assessed as part of the admission process.
Admissions Details
AISC uses a priority-based system with a wait pool. Seats are offered to eligible applicants in the order determined by priority category and completed date of application. Siblings requiring EAL support may remain in the wait pool until both a grade seat and an appropriate EAL seat are available.
School Day
The regular school day starts at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; on Wednesdays, dismissal is at 2:30 p.m.
Student Life
There are no school uniforms. Students are expected to present themselves neatly and appropriately while at school and at school-sponsored events.
The cafeterias are open throughout the school day. They offer full meals and a la carte lunch options along with drinks and snacks. There are vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, and Indian and Continental menus.
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Wellbeing & Safety
The school supports mental wellbeing through a Wellbeing Framework with four domains: Healthy Habits (mindfulness, nutrition, fitness, sleep, hygiene, gratitude, social connection), Positive Relationships (collaboration, respect, cultural appreciation, compassion), Self Awareness (identity, values, purpose), and Self Management (resilience, emotional regulation). Wellbeing is embedded across systems, processes, and daily life.
The school provides safeguarding resources for the community, including a Community Safeguarding Handbook.
Student Demographics
School Background
private