Loyola International Residential School

Loyola International Residential School is a co-educational English medium institution in Palanchur, Chennai, offering education from Pre-KG through Class XII. Established in 2004 and upgraded to Senior Secondary in 2013, the school operates under the management of the MMI Catholic Fathers, known for their dedication to educational service. It follows the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) guidelines, alongside the State Board curriculum, and offers various academic streams including Science, Commerce, and Humanities for higher secondary levels. The school also integrates IIT Foundation courses for Grades VI-XII and provides specialized coaching for NEET and Olympiad examinations. The school's serene and pollution-free campus fosters a conducive learning environment, featuring lush green lawns, children's parks, gardens, and a swimming pool. Modern infrastructure includes well-equipped Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer, Language, and Mathematical laboratories, a library, an audio-visual room, and a gymnasium. Classrooms are digitally equipped with smart boards, ensuring an engaging learning experience. To facilitate individual attention, each class maintains a strength of 25 to 30 students. Beyond academics, the institution emphasizes holistic development through a wide array of co-curricular and extracurricular activities. These include arts and crafts, quizzing, music (keyboard, classical, and western dance), various clubs, NSS, NGC, and Scout and Guides programs. For sports, the school boasts extensive grounds for football, volleyball, cricket, basketball, and an eight-lane athletics track. Students regularly participate in and win medals in national and international Olympiads, Silambam competitions, and inter-school events, with notable achievements in computer and technology competitions organized by NASSCOM MINDBOX. Medical services, including periodical check-ups and an ambulance for emergencies, ensure student well-being. The school also provides transportation through its fleet of 27 buses, covering various routes.

Admission is open for classes Pre-KG to IX and XI, with application forms available from January to April based on seat availability. An entrance examination, covering English and Mathematics, is conducted every Saturday (excluding the 3rd Saturday) for student assessment. Provisional selection is followed by an interview with the student and parents.