{"id":904,"date":"2018-11-22T19:25:49","date_gmt":"2018-11-22T13:55:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.edustoke.com\/blog\/?p=904"},"modified":"2025-02-07T14:41:04","modified_gmt":"2025-02-07T09:11:04","slug":"top-boarding-schools-in-ooty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edustoke.com\/blog\/top-boarding-schools-in-ooty\/","title":{"rendered":"The Top 8 Boarding Schools of Ooty"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 8<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>

Lawrence School, Ooty<\/a><\/h2>\n

Address:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>Ootacamund, The Nigiris, Lovedale\u200b, Tamil Nadu 643003<\/span><\/p>\n

Phone:<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>+914232442552<\/p>\n

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Lovedale is situated about 6 kilometres from Ootacamund, on the central plateau of the Nilgiri Hills. The school was established in the year 1858.\u00a0\u00a0The school is housed in a magnificent two-storeyed building along with a towering campanile of 130 feet, built in Italian Gothic style amidst 700 acres of pristine forests. The mission of the school is to\u00a0 create a cohesive identity of a \u2018Lawrencian\u2019 whose learning orientation cultivates ingenuity and innovation, courage and compassion with an inherent spirit of universal responsibility. Students are nurtured with care and encouragement to pursue various art forms and sporting activities for just studies will not make them an all-rounder. This school\u00a0is an autonomous institution run under the aegis of\u00a0<\/span>The Ministry of Human Resource Development, Govt. of India.\u200b<\/span>\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n

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St.Jude’s Public School & Junior College<\/a><\/h2>\n

Address:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>West Brooke, SH 15, Tamil Nadu 643217<\/span><\/p>\n

Phone:<\/strong> +91-4266-271-739<\/p>\n

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A beautiful residential nested at Kotagiri, near Ooty<\/a> in The Nilgiris is an International school which is committed to providing value based education to cater to the holistic development of the child through dedicated service.\u00a0The school was founded in 1979<\/strong> to inculcate the principle of “Universal Brotherhood”<\/strong> among children and to bring the best out of every child – mentally, physically and spiritually and thus instill self-reliance. The school\u00a0follows the ICSE and ISC curriculum which has just excellence as it milestone in education every year. The thousands of children who get admitted everyday are rewarded with great hostel facilities with top notch team as administration managing everything making sure that there is nothing to be complained about. The activities line up which always concentrate on the overall performance of the students are prevalent throughout the year. This mind refreshing activities are for sure reflecting on the academic excellence which the students exhibit each year. The facilities are lined up this way : Spell binding campus, lush green environment, excellent sporting facilities, clean and hygienic dining area which serves fresh and tasty veg and non veg food, the well maintained library and laboratories so on and so forth. The list in indeed really long. No wonder the place has grabbed the attention of not just some Expat population but also from those who value qualitative than the quantitative education.<\/p>\n

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The Laidlaw Memorial School and Junior College\u00a0<\/a><\/h2>\n

Address:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>Ketti Valley, Tamil Nadu 643215<\/span><\/p>\n

Phone:<\/strong>\u00a0+91 423-2517086\/2517774\/2517778<\/p>\n

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This legendary school\u00a0was established in 1914<\/strong> in\u00a0Kodaikanal<\/strong>\u00a0and moved to Ketti<\/strong> in 1922.\u00a0<\/strong>The Laidlaw Memorial School and Junior College was founded in 1914 by the late\u00a0Rev. John Breeden<\/strong>\u00a0to provide a home and sound liberal and general education, based on Christian principles. The school is committed to provide an environment which is safe, supportive and life giving for its students.\u00a0The school is grandly located in a forested area at the heart of one of the most beautiful valleys in South India, at an elevation of 2,082 meters. The campus covers over 224 acres. This provides adequate space for playing fields and sports grounds. The school thrives to\u00a0help students experience a wide range of ideas and choices in the context of a rigorous curriculum and a supportive residential community.\u00a0There are 3 dormitories for the children. Two dormitories for the boys and one dormitory for the girls, making it less uncomfortable for the stay. The English style infrastructure across the school makes us get the feel of the legacy and the grand history of the school which is well maintained by the Estate Department.\u00a0The Institution began its life in Kodaikanal but moved to Ketti,<\/strong> its present home, in 1922.<\/strong> The institution provides a comprehensive, liberal education in English, for children of all communities. The emphasis is on a sound general education, on self-discipline and self-reliance. Photography, cooking, cycling, baking, gardening, eco-friendly, media and reading are some of the unique clubs which this school possesses which infuses great amount of zest and energy each day for the children who would be stressed with the mundane academia.<\/p>\n

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St. Joseph\u2019s College<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Address:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>SJC Rd, Vannarpet, Coonoor, Tamil Nadu 643102<\/span><\/p>\n

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Established in 1888 by the Brothers of St. Patrick (Patrician Brothers), this all boys’ residential cum day school is one of the most trusted and loved educational institutions in Tamil Nadu.\u00a0It stands proudly in the beautiful surroundings on the top of a hill 6,000 feet above sea level. This place is just a few minutes walk from both Coonoor and Wellington Railway stations making the school easy to locate and easier for the commute. The school attracts students not just from India but also from abroad proving its educational excellence.\u00a0The school has a staunch focus on football and athletics which is given equal importance as compared to academics. The school is often referred to as the “Sporting Giant of The Nilgiris<\/strong>“, for having won the Nilgiris District Inter-School Athletics Championship consecutively for the past 22 years<\/strong> and the Nilgiris District Inter-School Football Championship for more number of times than any other school. This is the clear indication that this educational gem sparkles in all its dimensions, be it academic, cultural or sports. The grand campus includes a stunning view, amazing auditorium, top sporting facilities, well maintained dorm and dining amenities; making it a paradise for young boys eager to achieve unmatched success.<\/div>\n

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Hebron School<\/a><\/h2>\n

Address:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>Nilgiris, Ooty, Tamil Nadu 643001<\/span><\/p>\n

Phone:<\/strong>\u00a0+91 423 2225820<\/p>\n

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This is an IGCSE<\/strong> Co-Ed school<\/strong> which is proudly located in Ooty which has a scintillating aroma of Eucalyptus all through the year. The location, the campus of the school just serves right as an apt educational backdrop for the school. The school thrives to provide excellent educational opportunities through a strong academic curriculum and a wide range of extra-curricular activities; all under a personalized, caring, family-based environment. Hebron School\u00a0encourages the students to strive for excellence and to develop to their full potential in all areas of their lives. The school has an array of facilities ranging from hygienic dining, stunning dorm and boarding, picture perfect campus with landscaped surroundings and all those best things which a student deserves to posses. The students of this school gain eligibility each year to participate in the music examinations conducted by Royal School of Music<\/a> – England. Athletic tracks, volley ball, basketball and tennis courts help the children nurture the sportsmen in them.\u00a0There are voluntary activities that include regular Bible Studies, retreats and youth fellowships that help students discover the faith.<\/p>\n

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JSS International School<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Address:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>Theetukal, Fernhill Post, Ooty, The Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu 643004<\/span><\/p>\n

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Established in the year 1991, JSS International School is a Co-Ed boarding school located amidst the picturesque mountains of Ooty, Tamil Nadu. The school offers the IGCSE (Cambridge University), CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education). The school is part of the JSS Mahavidyapeetha – Mysore. The school is a boarding cum day school. The school aims on offering high quality education dedicated to building minds with conviction, integrity, social and moral responsibility. The JSS Mahavidyapeetha\u00a0\u00a0has more than 300<\/strong> educational institutions under its fold has been actively involved in developing religious and spiritual thoughts, culture and literature, especially in the field of education. The\u00a031-acre campus free from both noise and air pollution, comprises of some of the extrordinary features like spacious and well-equipped classrooms, laboratories, auditorium and dining hall,\u00a0spacious and separate dormitories for both boys and girls, facilities for sports like\u00a0Tennis,Football, cricket, basketball volleyball and Badminton. The weekend activities include nature walks, boating, camping and visits to neighbouring wild life game sanctuaries- Mudumalai in Tamil Nadu and Bandipur in Karnataka.\u00a0Trekking, Photography, Horse Riding and Sculpture are some of the other highlighted activities of the school.<\/div>\n
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Riverside Public School<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Address:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>Corsley Road, Kotagiri, Tamil Nadu 643217<\/span><\/p>\n

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Founded in the year 2000 to\u00a0empower children to confidently face the world, this\u00a0co-educational, day and residential school is dedicated in achieving academic excellence. Its alternative education models gained prominence and now serves over 950 children every year from the kindergarten to the Senior Secondary.\u00a0Riverside Public School is located near the town of Kotagiri on top of the scintillating mountain chains of The Nilgiris. Its natural beauty is captured throughout the 13-acre campus, that houses fauna of all kind, including the 300 dedicated staff and 900+ students.\u00a0\u00a0Riverside has gained recognition for its pioneering models in education, by being the first school to implement 3D printing as a curriculum in India to incorporating ACCA for the first time in a residential school in India.\u00a0\u00a0The child is at the beginning and the end at Riverside. It is the curiosity of the child that has guided the school to design and deliver some of the best educational models in the educational world. Apart from stunning academic performances, the students also showcase their talents in debate, music, drama, culinary, sports, photography, quiz, linguistics and many more such challenging and exciting activities which is wholeheartedly encouraged by the school. The campus comprises of a Football ground, Volleyball court, Basketball court, Indoor Badminton court, Table Tennis area, Cricket practice pitch nets, Billiards room and Chess room which provide students innumerable ways to keep their recreation mood always on a high.<\/div>\n
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Good Shephard International School<\/a><\/h2>\n

Address:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>Good Shepherd Knowledge Village, M. Palada Post, Nilgiris, Ooty, Tamil Nadu 643004<\/span><\/p>\n

<\/i>Phone<\/strong> :\u00a0<\/span>+914232550371\u00a0,\u00a0+914232550071<\/p>\n

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The panoramic view of the Nilgiris<\/a>, the oxygen rich air and the well planned infrastructure…the basics; good to go! Founded in 1977, this residential school is situated on a 188-hectare campus. With the affiliation to both ICSE and IGCSE curriculum, the school always works hard as a team to bring out the best in themselves and the children.\u00a0The school is a recognized examination centre for the\u00a0Trinity College of Music<\/a>, which reflects its cultural inclination. Children enjoy all kinds if the choicest facilities which make their stay a fruitful place for overall educational accomplishments.\u00a0The school include horse riding, football (soccer), basketball, tennis, swimming, water polo, cricket, volleyball, hockey, table tennis, badminton, squash, and golf to fulfill the sporting desires of the students. A well balanced, nutritious food is served in their clean and tidy dining areas. The school also takes responsiblity of serving specially prepared food for those who are under strict dietary instructions. The school has an in-house hospital with doctors being available round the clock. To enjoy the peer group relationship, separate dormitories are provided for the different ages of students to share a common, comfort space. The management strictly adheres to the policies of cleanliness and the tranquility of the school which has made this institution to achieve continuous success in these many years and many more such to come.<\/p>\n

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Reading Time: <\/span> 8<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>Lawrence School, Ooty Address:\u00a0Ootacamund, The Nigiris, Lovedale\u200b, Tamil Nadu 643003 Phone:\u00a0\u00a0+914232442552 Lovedale is situated about 6 kilometres from Ootacamund, on the central plateau of the Nilgiri Hills. The school was established in the year 1858.\u00a0\u00a0The school is housed in a magnificent two-storeyed building along with a towering campanile of 130 feet, built in Italian Gothic […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":1749,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"no","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[471],"tags":[134,145,151,152,150,149,147,146,148,142,144,143],"class_list":{"0":"post-904","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-school-reviews","8":"tag-boarding-schools-in-india","9":"tag-boarding-schools-nilgiris","10":"tag-hillstation-boarding","11":"tag-hillstation-hostels","12":"tag-hillstation-school","13":"tag-nilgiris-boarding-school","14":"tag-nilgiris-hostel","15":"tag-nilgiris-residential","16":"tag-nilgiris-schools","17":"tag-ooty","18":"tag-ooty-boarding-schools","19":"tag-schools-of-ooty"},"modified_by":"Syed Kamurujjaman","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.edustoke.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/904"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.edustoke.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.edustoke.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.edustoke.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.edustoke.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=904"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/www.edustoke.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/904\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6957,"href":"https:\/\/www.edustoke.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/904\/revisions\/6957"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.edustoke.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1749"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.edustoke.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=904"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.edustoke.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=904"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.edustoke.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=904"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}