Leadership
Educational Endeavours
"If your plan is for a year, plant Rice
If your plan is for a decade, plant Trees
If your plan is for a lifetime, educate Children"
- Confucius
Our group of institutions provide high standards for excellence in every area. We stimulate creativity and develop problem-solving capability in each student. As a family oriented school, we believe that partnership between the family and school is the foundation of a student's fulfillment and success in our student’s life.
Our objective at NPSI is to provide a happy, balanced and challenging environment where our students have the opportunity to fulfill their individual talents and goals. In parallel, we provide a wide range of cultural, sporting and co-curricular activities and a chance to exercise leadership in a sensible and respectful environment.
Dr. K. P. Gopalkrishna
Chairman,NPS Group of Institutions, NAFL & TISB
Education has a multifaceted function. The transformation from childhood to adulthood is an important one. Education has a major role to play in this process.
In Swami Vivekananda’s words, “Education is not the amount of information that is put in to your brain and runs riot there, undigested all your life. We want that education, by which character is formed, strength of mind is increased, intellect is expanded and by which we can stand on one’s own feet.”
In addition to acquisition of knowledge, education should aim at physical, mental and spiritual development. There should be opportunity for character formation and personality development.
The training one gets from schools and colleges should include academic excellence – professional, scientific and technological – attainment of life skills and vocational efficiency. The training should also help to manifest innate potentialities making use of opportunities and staying alert.
Progress of a country depends on its education system. In this era of globalization, it is necessary to understand economic, social and political aspects of all the countries. Practicing brotherhood, love and compassion between different communities, races and nations is of utmost importance. The emphasis on developing patriotism and pride in one’s culture is indispensable.
Daniel Webster put it rightly “Knowledge does not comprise all which is contained in the large term of education. The feelings are to be disciplined, the passions are to be restrained; true and worthy motives are to be inspired, a profound religious feeling is to be instilled and pure morality inculcated under all circumstances. All this is comprised in education.”
Education in its true sense leads to health and fitness, happy relationships, meaningful work and personal fulfilment.
We, at NPS try to promote an atmosphere where education is a blend of progressive ideas from the best in the Indian setting and culture. Students are given personal care and support so that they take the right place in the global society.
Dr. (Mrs.) Santhamma Gopalkrishna
Co-founder & Dean,NPS Group of Institutions, NAFL & TISB
Welcome to NPS International, Chennai!
Preparation for tomorrow’s global economy requires every student to be equipped with critical thinking skills, creativity, a positive attitude, habits and values that build self esteem, the ability to take independent ethical decisions, the ability to lead, the ability to work as part of a team and be a compassionate human being within our community.
We aim to foster in our students the confidence to explore new areas of interest as we provide opportunities for students to exercise their initiative, develop and hone their own leadership skills.
Every student comes to us with special goals and gains and expectations of what their future life may hold. While our enthusiastic professional faculty ensures progress in the cognitive, affective and psychomotor domains of a child’s development, we invite parents to join our teachers in a spirit of cooperation and support to bring out the best in every child.
Success stories of our alumni for over 50 years bears rich testimony to the tried and tested NPS vision ‘Academic Excellence and Holistic Development’ in a personalised child-centric environment.
We encourage our students to aim high and achieve their goals in alignment with the NPS Motto ‘Reach Out, Reach High, Reach Beyond’.
Dr. (Mrs.) Bindu Hari
Vice Chairperson,NAFL, TISB & NPS Group of Schools
NPS has always been in the forefront of schools where academic excellence and holistic development of each child has been emphasized. NPS International School, Chennai is the newest school, where we bring over 50 years of educational expertise in primary and secondary education to the jewel of Chennai.
At NPS International School, Chennai, we seek to provide that environment where each child is encouraged to attain his/her maximum potential, and our children develop the skills and values which would enable him/her to successfully meet the challenges in our changing world, built on the foundation of principles of hard work, creativity, enthusiasm, discipline and good conduct, that symbolize students who have studied in our schools. We recognize that we need to position our children to succeed in a global environment, and thus 21st century skills have to be developed and honed continuously, and NPS International School, Chennai aims to fulfill that purpose.
At NPS International School, Chennai, we seek to attract the best minds in teaching and development of children, and parents who value our educational approach, and I wish the entire family comprising our students, staff and parents all the very best as we undertake this journey of building young citizens.
Mr. Hari Krishnan
Chief Executive Officer,NPS Group of Institutions
Ms. Sudha Balan has been an Educational Professional for over four decades. After establishing and heading NPS Koramangala in Bangalore and NPSIC in Perumbakkam, she takes on the role of Mentor Principal, NPS International Chennai as adviser and guide. An innovative leader, she draws on her background in arts and continued education and research in child psychology, health and development to focus on creating holistic learning environments with an emphasis on academic excellence. As Mentor Principal, her focus is on empowering parents and teachers in today’s changing world.
Ms. Sudha Balan
Double post-graduate in Political Science and Defence Studies, with multiple diplomas in child psychology and educationMentor Principal,
NPS International School, Chennai
Mrs. Radhika Madhavan has nearly two decades of experience in teaching and leadership roles. She has been an integral part of the school’s leadership team for the past 9 years, serving both as Primary Years and Senior Years Coordinator. Her experience with students of various age groups helps her understand them better, thereby nurturing their growth. She has received professional leadership training under our Vice Chairperson, Dr. Bindu Hari, and from the TISB Teacher Training Academy. A passionate educator, she believes in creating engaging classrooms for enhanced learner experience. She continues to motivate teachers to excel and constantly strive for growth and excellence, leading by example.
Ms. Radhika Madhavan
M.A. English, B.EdVice Principal,
NPS International School, Chennai
Mrs Ranjani R Ayyar, a proud NPS (Indiranagar) alumna and qualified Chartered Accountant, brings over 15 years of diverse experience to her role as Vice Principal. A former business journalist with consulting experience in the Big 4, she brings an eclectic approach that is shaped by her training under our Vice Chairperson, Dr. Bindu Hari. With a passion for empowering children and teachers, she is a dedicated problem solver who fosters a nurturing environment for growth. Her leadership is marked by a commitment to innovation, strong work ethics and integrity.
Ms. Ranjani Ayyar
B.Com, CA, B Ed, PGCE(i) University of NottinghamVice Principal,
NPS International School, Chennai