CPS Global School

India, Chennai

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 700

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Opened 2012

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP)

Taught languages Tamil, Hindi, French, Spanish, Korean

Typical class size 20

Strengths STEM, Sport, Visual and Creative Arts

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service

Stages Early Years, Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

CPS Global School in Chennai offers Cambridge curricula for ages 3–18 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12, with Advanced Placement for 11–12. The Cambridge Early Years framework uses Waterford Early Learning Curriculum for 3–5-year-olds. The 35-acre campus has technology-aided classrooms with smart screens, strong science labs, and robotics, chip programming, and circuit-design activities. Creative spaces include acoustically designed music and drama studios, art studios, and the Atheneum library with digital resources. Residential facilities are available at the Global Education Campus in Thirumazhisai, and a 13,000 sq ft dining hall seats about 1,000. Sports facilities include a 400-meter track, football fields, basketball and other courts, plus archery and a skating rink. Signature programs include WIMUN, ILMUNC, HMCA, World Scholar's Cup, IAYP and FutureSake. The motto is The world is your stage.

Chennai Public School Radial Nagar, TVS Ave, Radial Nagar, Anna Nagar West Extension, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600101, India

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The Essentials

Location

CPS Global School has two Chennai campuses: a City Campus at Anna Nagar and a campus in Thirumazhisai, Tamil Nadu, India. The Anna Nagar Campus is the city campus, and the Thirumazhisai Campus is located on SH 50, Thiruvallur High Road, Thirumazhisai, Chennai 600124. The campus footprint includes a 33-acre Residential Campus.

Stages

The school serves learners aged 3-19 and offers Early Years (Cambridge Early Years), Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge Upper Secondary, Cambridge A Levels, the IB Diploma Programme, and Advanced Placement.

Type

International school offering Cambridge and IB curricula with a residential campus.

Pupil Nationality Mix

12+ nationalities are represented.

Additional learning support

The Inclusion Policy provides learning support for students with mild to moderate educational needs in Grades 1-5; for severe disabilities the policy notes partial inclusivity and outlines processes for assessment, remediation, and collaboration among staff and external professionals as needed.

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India

Bus service

School Transport is provided with a fleet serving a 20 km radius; parents can track buses and a custodian accompanies each bus. Transport connects Anna Nagar and Thirumazhisai campuses.

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Academics

Curriculum

IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) is offered for Grades 11 and 12. Cambridge International Education (CAIE) provides the Cambridge curriculum for learners aged 3–18 (K–12). Advanced Placement (AP) courses are available for Grades 11–12. Cambridge Early Years is used for the early years, with Waterford Early Learning Curriculum (in partnership with Waterford Institute, USA) for 3–5-year-olds. Waterford Early Learning Curriculum is technology-based and designed to build the foundation for lifelong learning.

Student Teacher Ratio

Average class size under 20 students.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates have progressed to universities worldwide, including National University of Singapore (NUS), University of Sydney, University of Melbourne, University of New South Wales, Yonsei University, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of California (UCLA), University of Washington, University of Toronto, and University of Warwick, among others.

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Admissions

1. Know the Admission Policy. CPS Global School admits learners aged 3 to 19 across the Anna Nagar and Thirumazhisai campuses. Age criteria are: Early Years 1 (3 years old by 30 June 2026), Early Years 2 (4 years old by 30 June 2026), Early Years 3 (5 years old by 30 June 2026). For Cambridge Lower Primary through IGCSE Year 1 and IBDP Year 1, the applicant must qualify in the CPS GS SAT and meet school norms. Students from ICSE/ISC, CBSE, State Board and other international boards may apply.

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2) Pre Register / Talk to the Admissions Officer. The Admissions Office guides you through the process. Contact the Admissions Officer of the campus to get a brief introduction to the curriculum you choose. You may pre register with the school if you are keen to seek admission before the online portal opens.

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FAQs

Where is CPS Global School located and how many campuses does it have?

CPS Global School operates two campuses in Chennai: the City Campus at Anna Nagar and the Global Education Campus in Thirumazhisai on SH 50, Thiruvallur High Road, Chennai 600124. The overall footprint includes a 33-acre residential campus and a total campus area of about 35 acres.

What age range and curricula does CPS Global School offer?

The school serves learners aged 3 to 18 and offers Cambridge International Education for K–12, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12, and Advanced Placement courses for Grades 11–12. Early years use the Cambridge Early Years framework with the Waterford Early Learning Curriculum for 3–5-year-olds.

Is CPS Global School co-educational and does it offer boarding?

Yes, CPS Global School is co-educational and provides residential facilities at the Global Education Campus in Thirumazhisai. Boarding is available for students from Class VI to XII with separate wings for girls and boys and on-site residential staff.

How do I apply and what does the admissions process involve?

Admissions begin by reviewing the school's Admission Policy and contacting the Admissions Officer of the campus for curriculum guidance and pre-registration. Applicants for Cambridge Lower Primary through IGCSE Year 1 and IBDP Year 1 are required to take the CPS GS SAT and meet the school's admission norms.

What are the age criteria for admission to the Early Years programme?

Early Years age criteria are: Early Years 1 — 3 years old by 30 June 2026, Early Years 2 — 4 years old by 30 June 2026, and Early Years 3 — 5 years old by 30 June 2026. These cut-off dates are used to determine eligibility for the corresponding early years intake.

Are school transport services available for students relocating to Chennai?

Yes, school transport is provided with a fleet serving a 20 km radius and includes a custodian on each bus, and parents can track buses. Transport connects the Anna Nagar and Thirumazhisai campuses.

Which academic programmes and qualifications does the school offer?

CPS Global School offers Cambridge International Education from Early Years through A Levels/IGCSE, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12, and Advanced Placement courses for Grades 11–12. The Waterford Early Learning Curriculum is used for 3–5-year-olds to build foundational skills.

What are typical class sizes and the student–teacher environment?

Average class sizes are under 20 students, supporting a more personalised learning environment. This helps provide closer teacher attention while maintaining collaborative classroom dynamics.

Where have CPS Global School graduates gone for higher education?

Graduates have progressed to universities worldwide, including National University of Singapore (NUS), University of Sydney, University of Melbourne, University of New South Wales, Yonsei University, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, UCLA, University of Washington, University of Toronto, and University of Warwick. The school supports pathways to global higher-education destinations.

What sports facilities are available on campus?

The campus includes a 400-meter athletic track, junior and senior football fields, basketball, volleyball, throwball, handball and hockey courts, Kho-Kho courts, a cricket practice pitch, an archery field and a skating rink. An ergonomically designed auditorium seating about 400 supports events and assemblies.

What academic and creative facilities does the school provide?

Classrooms are air-conditioned and technology-aided with smart screens, and subject-specific science laboratories are well equipped for practical work. The campus also features robotics, chip programming and circuit-design activities, acoustically designed music and drama studios, purpose-built art studios, and the Atheneum library with digital resources.

What dining and residential campus facilities are available for boarders?

The CPS Dining Hall is 13,000 sq ft and seats about 1,000 students, serving breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner with separate vegetarian and non-vegetarian kitchens and diverse cuisines prepared from an on-site kitchen garden. Residential facilities at Thirumazhisai include modern hostel rooms, dedicated study areas, a Residential Head Warden, House Parents and Tutors, and on-site dining and kitchen facilities.

What clubs, competitions and extracurricular activities can my child join?

Students can join a wide range of student-led clubs such as Literary, Enviro, Math, Language, Art, Theatre, Photography, Debate, Coding, Robotics, Animation, MUN, Law, SEEDS, Financial Literacy, SDG and Interact. The school also participates in signature programmes like WIMUN, ILMUNC, HMCA, World Scholar's Cup, IAYP and FutureSake to develop global leadership and research skills.

How strong are the arts and performing-arts programmes?

Arts and performing-arts are active parts of school life, with music ensembles, art exhibitions, original plays, dance performances and school choirs. Drama & Theatre is delivered by Helen O'Grady International and each segment stages productions annually, while senior students choreograph contemporary and other dance styles.

What leadership and student-led opportunities are available?

Leadership is fostered through student-led clubs where club secretaries are democratically elected, running committees like CGMUN, and participation in MUNs and competitions such as World Scholar's Cup and HMCA. Students also prepare for external certifications and manage events with minimal facilitator guidance to develop practical leadership skills.

What learning support does CPS Global School provide for students with additional needs?

The school's Inclusion Policy provides learning support for students with mild to moderate educational needs in Grades 1–5, with processes for assessment, remediation and collaboration among staff and external professionals. For students with severe disabilities the policy describes partial inclusivity with assessments and tailored support plans as needed.

Does the school support students who are non-native English speakers?

Yes, English is the medium of instruction from Grade 1 to 12 and the school provides EAL/ESL support for non-native English speakers. The curriculum also promotes additive bilingualism with opportunities to study Tamil, Hindi, French and Spanish as additional languages.

How does boarding life work and who looks after boarders?

Boarding is available for Class VI to XII at the Global Education Campus with separate wings for girls and boys, overseen by a Residential Head Warden, House Parents and Tutors. Dedicated study areas, on-site dining and sports facilities like a 400 m track support day-to-day residential life.

What is the house system like and how does it contribute to school culture?

The House system comprises Alphard, Canopus, Diadem and Plasma and is designed to give students identity, pride and a sense of belonging. Houses foster healthy competition, student–teacher rapport and participation in inter- and intra-school events.

What accreditations and recognitions does CPS Global School hold?

CPS Global School is a registered Cambridge International School and offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme along with Cambridge qualifications across K–12. The school has received awards including the Education World Grand Jury Award for Social Impact (2019) and Times Education Icons Awards (2023 and 2024), among other recognitions.

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