First school-Preschool in Madipakkam
Parent InsightsX56Q+X9M, Ganesh Nagar, Iyappa Nagar, Madipakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600091, India
Starting preschool is a big step for both children and parents. If you’re exploring early learning options in Madipakkam, First School often comes up as a familiar neighbourhood name. Here’s a detailed, parent-friendly look at what this school offers — the good, the not-so-clear, and what you should check before enrolling.
School Information
Board / Curriculum
Playschools
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Student–Teacher Ratio
1:15 (as per school website)
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
600091
Leadership & Staff
- • Caring and trained teachers
- • background verification
- • CCTV monitoring
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Playgroup / Early Years (annual) | ₹30,000–₹45,000 | Edustoke lists ₹40,000 (AY 2025) |
| Daycare (monthly) | ₹2,000–₹6,000 | Edustoke lists ₹3,000 |
| Application / Registration Fee | Not published | |
| Transport / Bus | Available; varies by route |
• The school does not publish an official fee chart online.
• Always ask for the latest fee schedule and confirm what’s included (snacks, materials, daycare hours, etc.).
• Request a sample invoice or receipt before paying any amount.
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Teaching & Care
Positives
Parents consistently describe teachers as warm, patient, and attentive. Children appear happy and comfortable in class.
Watch out for
There are no major complaints about teaching quality, but limited independent reviews make it hard to verify consistency.
Ask: How are teachers trained and evaluated? Can you meet your child’s class teacher before admission?
Safety & Infrastructure
Positives
CCTV monitoring and clean, colourful classrooms are appreciated.
Watch out for
The outdoor play area looks modest, and the total campus size isn’t published.
Ask: How often is equipment sanitized? Is there a nurse or first-aide trained staff on site?
Daycare & Timings
Positives
Working parents value the daycare and flexible hours.
Watch out for
Fee details and daycare schedules are not clearly listed online.
Ask: What are the daycare timings, and how are meals/rest handled?
Administration & Communication
Positives
The school is active on Facebook and responds to calls.
Watch out for
Conflicting directory listings and phone numbers can cause confusion.
Ask: Which contact number and address are current? Can you get a written confirmation of fees and timings?
Campus & Facilities
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by EduTribe.
What parents liked
"The teachers are so caring and moulding the kids well."
— Vinu Thangaraj
"The staff and care takers are very friendly. My daughter is very happy to come to the school daily."
— Priya Darshini Ravi
"Every teacher and staff member is so kind and caring. Teamwork of teachers and staff is awesome."
— Devi Sowmi
Concerns raised
"A Justdial listing shows the school as “Closed Down,” which likely reflects outdated directory data."
— Justdial listing
"Parents mention confusion due to multiple contact numbers and addresses across listings."
— Directory listings
"Very few detailed reviews are available online, making it hard to gauge long-term consistency."
— Online reviews
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