Ponmudiyar Corporation Higher Secondary School

Ponmudiyar Corporation Higher Secondary School, located in Kooripalayam, Madurai, is a government-run educational institution managed by the Madurai City Municipal Corporation. The school is named after the Tamil scholar and poet Ponmudiyar, a figure known for his contributions to Sangam literature.

📘 Background:

• The school was established with the aim of providing affordable and quality education to students in and around Kooripalayam and nearby areas.
• It caters to students from lower-middle-income and underprivileged backgrounds, helping to uplift their academic and social standing.

🎓 Academic Focus:

• Offers classes from 6th to 12th standard, following the Tamil Nadu State Board syllabus.
• Medium of instruction is usually Tamil, with English as a second language.
• Emphasis is placed on discipline, moral education, and community involvement.

🏆 Development:

• The school encourages participation in sports, cultural activities, and public speaking.
• Many students from this school have gone on to succeed in higher education, public service, and vocational fields.
• The school is part of Tamil Nadu’s Smart Classroom and Digital Learning initiatives.

Address:

Velayutham Pillai Street, Kooripalayam, Madurai, Tamil Nadu – 625002