வணக்கம் Welcome to Chithkala
Generations of Adyar families have trusted us with their children's first steps in learning. Here, children are known by name, taught with patience and given the confidence to grow into who they are meant to be.
Chithkala is a name of the Divine Mother in the Sri Lalitha Sahasranamam. It speaks of the inner spark of consciousness that supports creativity and imagination. Our founders felt it was the right name for a school, and we try to live up to it every day.
கற்க கசடறக் கற்பவை கற்றபின்
நிற்க அதற்குத் தக
Learn well what is worth learning, and then live by what you have learned.
Thirukkural 391
Marks fill a report card. What a child learns to become fills a life. Every Chithkala child leaves with four things that last.
Her Independence Day speech
From a child's first school day to the end of Grade 5, Chithkala grows with your child.
A warm, gentle first step away from home. Children settle in through play, songs, stories and lots of care.
Taught by teachers trained in kindergarten and Montessori methods, using hands-on learning aids that make letters and numbers click.
A full State Board curriculum in English medium, with the attention of a small, caring school and a strong grounding in values.
Children at Chithkala learn Tamil, English and Hindi, with careful attention to diction and pronunciation. They learn to read, write and speak each language, and get plenty of practice speaking in front of others.
Arts, music, movement and stage time are part of every week, so children grow in confidence as well as knowledge.
Classical and group dances, performed with pride on Annual Day.
Songs, bhajans and rhymes that build memory, rhythm and joy.
Focus, discipline and self-confidence. Our students have won karate competitions.
Gentle stretches, breathing and quiet moments that help children focus and feel well.
Hands-on computer education from the early years.
Painting, drawing and craft. Our young artists win prizes in Adyar.
Each day has a happy, steady rhythm: learning in the morning, activities and play in the afternoon, and plenty of care in between.
Children are welcomed at the classroom by their teachers.
A prayer and a thought for the day.
Languages, Mathematics and Science while minds are fresh.
A short break to eat, run and play.
Children eat together and learn good table manners.
Grades 1–5 enjoy music, dance, art, computers, yoga or karate.
Every child is handed over in person to a parent or authorised guardian.
From paddy fields to the supermarket aisle, our field trips show children where food comes from, how a market works and why it all matters.
Chithkala Nursery & Primary School opened its doors on 1 June 1974. Our founders were scholars and teachers who wanted children to get a sound modern education rooted in Indian culture, morals and ethics.
Their vision still guides us. Chithkala welcomes children of every faith and every ability, and is recognised by the Government of Tamil Nadu.
Our teachers recently took part in a hands-on workshop on AI tools for the classroom. They explored how technology can help plan lessons, prepare activities and explain ideas in fresh ways.
When teachers keep growing, so do their students.
Every event gives children a chance to bring out their talents and to celebrate together.
Celebrated in grand style. Children take the stage with speeches, songs, solo dances and group dances for their families.
Races, games and cheering. Prizes are given generously so every child feels like a champion.
A big celebration with a fancy dress competition and prizes for our little stars.
At Chithkala we celebrate all festivals together. Children learn about each one, share in the joy of every tradition and grow up with an inclusive, harmonious outlook.
Our students have won awards for Thirukkural recitation and painting in competitions across Adyar, and have won karate competitions.
Our campus is a safe, cheerful place for young children, with bright murals, open courtyards and watchful teachers.
We meet parents regularly to talk about each child's progress. We ask every parent to attend.
Your child's progress report, with remarks from the class teacher.
The class teacher goes through the report with you and answers your questions.
Parents and teachers meet together to plan for the term ahead.
Chithkala is rated 4.7 out of 5 on Justdial, and our celebrations regularly appear in Adyar Times, the neighbourhood weekly.
“A highly professional, dedicated institution… I strongly recommend.”
“Vintage school with good teachers.”
We welcome volunteer teachers in computer learning, handicrafts and Sanskrit. If you have a few hours to give, we would love to hear from you.
Meet Mahalakshmi. She first walked into Chithkala as a little girl and grew up in our classrooms. Today she is back as a teacher, guiding the next generation with the same care she once received. We are so proud of her!
Did you study at Chithkala? For 52 years, generations of children have passed through our classrooms. We would love to hear where life has taken you, share your news with our students and invite you back for our celebrations.
Alumni, email usAdmissions are open for Nursery, LKG, UKG and Grades 1 to 5. Here is how it works.
Fill in the form or email us. We will answer your questions and fix a time for a visit.
See our classrooms, meet our teachers and bring your child along.
Collect the form from the school office and return it with photocopies of the required certificates, including your child's birth certificate.
Once the documents are checked, pay the fees to confirm your child's place.
We would love to show you around. Email us and we will plan a visit for you and your child.
Open until 6:00 PM on school days. Drop in to collect an application form or to ask about admissions.
www.chithkalaschool.com. Share it with friends and family.
Opposite TTK Hospital, Chennai 600020. Tap for directions on Google Maps.
