Initially conceived as a dynamic summer camp under the acronym CHIREC (Children’s Recreation Centre), the school evolved to address the educational needs of children in Hyderabad. Emphasizing academic and co-curricular programs, CHIREC nurtures the innate potential of students, aiming to develop focused, open-minded, ethical, and flourishing individuals. The school goes beyond academic excellence, offering opportunities for transformative growth in visual and performing arts, sports, community service, and international events.

The vision of CHIREC International School is to cultivate a school community consisting of thriving, high-achieving critical thinkers, collaborative lifelong learners, and compassionate individuals. The mission is to empower young people with confidence and high-order skills, fostering values and mindsets that create independent, engaged, and thoughtful world citizens.

CHIREC’s philosophy centers on the belief in education’s transformative power to positively impact individuals and societies. The school follows a holistic approach to education, aiming to shape a balanced and well-rounded personality in each student, preparing them for success in a dynamic and volatile world.

The unique selling proposition (USP) of CHIREC lies in its commitment to ensuring students make the most of their formative years. The school stands out through a blend of curriculum, co-curricular activities, and a strong value system. CHIREC provides a positive, caring, and engaging learning community, emphasizing that learning extends beyond the classroom. The school fosters a culture of care, innovation, and leverages its holistic association with Cognita’s global family. CHIREC also places significant value on the trust maintained by its parent and alumni network.

The state-of-the-art campus of the Kondapur campus spans over 5.5 acres of land with 184 classrooms, each equipped with IT-enabled learning facilities. This emphasis on technology-enhanced classrooms aligns with contemporary educational methodologies, fostering an environment conducive to modern learning approaches.

Furthermore, the school is well-equipped with laboratories catering to the diverse needs of students based on their curriculum. For CBSE, there are nine labs, including Robotics, Physics, Chemistry, Bio + Biotech, Computers, Fashion Studies, Home Science, Language, and Environmental Studies. In addition, for CAIE & IB curriculums, the school provides 13 labs, encompassing Robotics, Computer Labs, Physics Lab, Chemistry Lab, Biotech/Biology Lab, Fashion Tech Lab, Home Science Lab, Language Lab, SUPW Lab, and a 3D Lab.

The school also places significant emphasis on extracurricular activities, offering a wide range of options to cater to diverse interests. Activities include Archery, Aerobics, Athletics, Basketball, Chess, Cricket, Clay Modelling, Gymnastics, Guitar, Handball, Kuchipudi, Kabaddi, Painting, Skating, Tabla, Table Tennis, Tennis, Taekwondo, Violin, Volleyball, and Yoga. This comprehensive approach ensures a holistic development for the students beyond the academic curriculum, promoting a well-rounded educational experience.

CHIREC International School is affiliated with multiple examination boards, including CBSE, CAIE (Cambridge Assessment International Education), and IBDP (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme), offering a diverse and comprehensive academic curriculum.

The school provides education from Nursery to Class XII, encompassing a wide range of classes and grades to cater to students’ educational needs throughout their academic journey. The teaching methods and pedagogies at CHIREC are designed to create an immersive learning experience. The approach focuses on combining childhood experiences with a strong academic foundation to prepare students for success in subsequent stages of their education.

Presently, CHIREC International School has 4262 students on roll, guided by a dedicated teaching staff of 410 professionals. The teacher-student ratio is maintained at 1:30 for CBSE and 1:26 for CAIE, ensuring personalized attention and effective learning environments.

The distinguishing feature of education at CHIREC lies in its pedagogical methods, emphasizing the world as a classroom. The school adopts holistic, experiential, and interdisciplinary learning approaches, integrating technology-based teaching methods. The well-being of students is placed at the core of successful learning, ensuring a comprehensive and nurturing educational experience.

Teacher training is a priority at CHIREC, with CBSE requiring a mandatory 50 hours of training each academic year. For CAIE, approximately 30 days are dedicated to teacher training annually. Additionally, registered teachers undergo Cambridge and IB training conducted by certified trainers, contributing to continuous professional development and enhancing the quality of education imparted at CHIREC International School.

For admission to CHIREC International School, the eligibility criterion for nursery admission is that the child should be 2.6 years old by June 1st. Admissions are open throughout the academic session, subject to seat availability.

The admission process involves meeting the age requirement for nursery admission. Interested parents can inquire about admissions and submit applications when seats are available. The school follows an ongoing admission process, allowing flexibility for parents to enroll their children based on seat availability.

The annual fees for admission encompass various components, including tuition fees, transport fees, and lunch fees. Detailed information about the specific fee structure can be obtained during the admission process.

Exceptional Academic Results at CHIREC

• The Batch of 2023 at CHIREC achieved remarkable academic success in AISSE 2023 (Grade 10), AISSCE 2023 (Grade 12), IGCSE 2023, and IBDP exams.
• 48% of Grade 10 students scored an aggregate of 90% and above, while more than 40% of Grade 12 students across all streams scored above 90%.
• IGCSE 2023 series had 100 students with outstanding results, including 65% scoring A° & A and 43% scoring A*.
• In IBDP, seven students scored 40 or above, and 38% achieved scores of 38 and above.

CHIREC Student gets selected for IB Global Youth Action Fund

• Ananya Polsani’s project, ‘Stories on Wheels,’ from her 13 years at CHIREC, got selected for the IB Global Youth Action Fund.
• Ananya initiated a Mobile Library with 1000+ books, tabs, laptops, and sports equipment to enrich the school life of children in Zilla Parishad school.

CHIREC students at the finals of Asian Worlds Schools Debating Championship

• CHIREC students Rohan Seelamsetty and Karthik Palakodeti reached the finals of the Asian Worlds Schools Debating Championship in Bangkok, ending the tournament as the highest-ranking team globally.

Times of India features work of CHIREC student, Sanika

• Sanika Bihani, a Stage 10 student, had her article featured in Times of India, summarizing her initiative to promote organ donation.

CHIREC awarded ‘Eat Right Campus’ 5-star rating

• CHIREC received a 5-star rating under the ‘Eat Right Campus’ initiative by FSSAI, recognizing the school’s commitment to safe, healthy, and sustainable food practices.

IB student Advait innovates a game-changing technology in COPD detection

• Advait Achanta created an affordable handheld device for COPD detection, integrating AI for improved accuracy using lung scans.

CHIREC students represent team India at World Robotics Olympiad

• SriTejas Kalluri and Charvi Jain represented India at the World Robotics Olympiad in Panama, ranking among the top 25 teams globally.

Table Tennis champions shine in ISSO games

• CHIREC’s under-14 boys’ team achieved the second place in the ISSO Table Tennis competition, winning a silver medal.

CHIREC takes part in Swachhta Hi Sewa Campaign

• CHIREC actively participated in the Swachhata Hi Sewa campaign, promoting cleanliness and hygiene in the local community.

Interact Club’s Plantation Drive

• The Interact Club organized a tree-planting campaign, involving students from various stages in the International wing, emphasizing environmental conservation and community engagement.

CHIREC students featured in CNN Call to Earth Day

• Nine CHIREC students had their video projects featured on CNN as part of the Call to Earth Day, focusing on environmental storytelling.

CHIRECians raise INR 61 Lakhs for rural students through crowdfunding

• Students from Grades 6 to 9 raised INR 61.27 Lakhs in just three weeks to provide back-to-school kits for rural students.

Rohan got the UN platform for his project

• Rochan Lakkamraju, an IB12 student, presented his outstanding project, Project Sapient, at the UN, aiming to empower visually impaired students in Hyderabad.