# Meridian School Uppal

> Meridian School Uppal is a CBSE-affiliated school (Affiliation No: 3630465) in Chengicherla, Uppal, Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Established in 1995 by VERAS Educational Trust, the school offers education from Nursery to Class 12 and is committed to holistic learning that connects the mind and heart of every child.

## About

Meridian School Uppal has been serving families in Hyderabad for 30 years. The school follows the CBSE curriculum from Class 1 to Class 12, and an integrated early years curriculum blending IB, Cambridge and CBSE approaches in the pre-primary section. Teaching is built on Multiple Intelligence pedagogy, the 5Es instructional model and activity-based learning, preparing students for CBSE's competency-based assessment pattern.

- Name: Meridian School Uppal
- Founded: 1995 (30 years of education in Hyderabad)
- Trust: VERAS Educational Trust
- Board: CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education)
- CBSE Affiliation Number: 3630465
- Classes Offered: Nursery to Class 12
- Academic Groups (Class 11 and 12): MPC, BiPC, Commerce
- In-School Coaching: FIITJEE (JEE and NEET), SAT, CLAT, CIMA
- Pre-Primary Curriculum: Integrated early years curriculum blending IB, Cambridge and CBSE
- Tagline: Connecting the Mind and Heart
- Chairperson: Mrs. Madhuri Pesaru
- Address: Survey No 73, Adarsh Nagar, Chengicherla, Medipally, Hyderabad, Telangana 500092, India
- Phone: +91-9697981111, +91-9697982222, +91-9697983333
- WhatsApp: +91-9697981111
- Admissions Email: admissions@meridianschooluppal.in
- General Email: admin@meridianschooluppal.in
- School Hours: Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM; Sunday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Website: https://www.meridianschooluppal.in
- Parent Portal: https://schoolknot.com/parent/meridian_school.php
- Admissions Status: Open for the 2026-27 academic year

## Areas Served

Meridian School Uppal serves families across east Hyderabad, including Uppal, Chengicherla, Medipally, Boduppal, Nacharam, Peerzadiguda, Ghatkesar, Habsiguda, Ramanthapur and Secunderabad. School bus transport operates across these localities.

## Vision

To inspire and empower children to think independently, integrate, excel and contribute to the progress of humanity.

## Mission

To synthesize old world values with a futuristic approach, creating a perfect alignment of the body, mind and soul, producing thinkers and balanced achievers, who are sensitive to various social, ethical and environmental issues.

## Key Pages

- [Home](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/): School homepage with latest events, announcements and admission enquiry.
- [About Meridian School](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/about): The school's history since 1995, philosophy and approach to education.
- [Vision & Mission](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/about/vision-and-mission): Core vision and mission statements guiding academic and co-curricular decisions.
- [Leadership & Management](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/about/meridian-leadership): Profiles of the principal and management team.
- [Awards & Accolades](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/about/awards-accolades): Recognition received for academic excellence, sports and innovation.
- [Testimonials](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/about/testimonials): Reviews from parents and students about their experience at the school.
- [Mandatory Public Disclosure](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/about/mandatory-public-disclosure): CBSE-mandated disclosure covering registration, infrastructure, staff and finances.

## Admissions

- [Admissions Overview](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/admission): Admissions open for 2026-27, Nursery to Class 12. Process overview, document requirements and enquiry form.
- [Admission Process Steps](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/admission/process-steps): Step-by-step admission procedure — enquiry form, interaction, document submission and enrolment.
- [Age Criteria](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/admission/age-criteria): CBSE-mandated minimum age eligibility for each class from Nursery upward.
- [Admissions SOP](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/admission/admissions-sop): Standard operating procedure covering official admission guidelines and enrolment rules.
- [Admissions FAQ](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/admission/admissions-faq): Answers to common parent questions during the CBSE school admission process.
- [Contact Us](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/contact-us): Phone, email and campus visit enquiry for admissions and general queries.

## Academics

- [Academics Overview](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/academic): CBSE academic programmes, curriculum structure and learning approach.
- [Senior Secondary (Class 11 & 12)](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/academic/senior-secondary): CBSE Senior Secondary with MPC, BiPC and Commerce academic groups, in-school FIITJEE coaching and board exam preparation.
- [Teaching Style & Pedagogy](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/academic/teaching-style): Multiple Intelligence pedagogy, the 5Es instructional model, competency-based learning and digital classrooms.
- [Curriculum Support Programme](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/academic/curriculum-support-program): Supplementary academic support including spelling bees, digital classrooms and field-based learning.
- [Experienced Faculty](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/academic/experienced-faculty): The school's qualified and experienced CBSE-trained teaching staff.
- [Academic FAQs](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/academic/faqs): Questions about academics, curriculum, timings and facilities.
- [Training Programmes](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/academic/training): Skill-based training and enrichment programmes for students.
- [Meridian Chronicle (Newsletter)](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/academic/newsletter): Official school newsletter covering campus events and student achievements.
- [Academic Documents](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/academic/academics-doc): Official school documents including CBSE affiliation details and academic records.

## Beyond Academics

- [Sports & Physical Education](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/beyond-academic/sports): Swimming, football, basketball, cricket, tennis, skating, taekwondo, karate, archery, yoga and athletics.
- [Clubs & Activities](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/beyond-academic/clubs-activities): Robotics, music, art, debate, dramatics and leadership development clubs, timetabled within the school day.
- [Student Council](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/beyond-academic/student-council): Student leadership body, elected roles and governance structure.
- [House System](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/beyond-academic/house-system): The four houses of Meridian and inter-house sports, cultural and academic events.
- [Counsellor's Desk](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/beyond-academic/counsellors-desk): Student wellbeing, emotional health, academic guidance and career counselling.
- [Campus Facilities](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/beyond-academic/facilities-campus): Smart classrooms, science and computer laboratories, library, sports grounds and swimming pool.
- [Transport](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/beyond-academic/transport): School bus routes, timings and safety policy across Hyderabad.
- [Student Corner](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/beyond-academic/student-corner): Student projects, creative work and academic achievement showcases.
- [Mess Menu](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/beyond-academic/mess-menu): School cafeteria menu offering balanced and nutritious meals.

## Gallery

- [Photo Gallery](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/gallery-page): School event photos, campus life images and student activity highlights.
- [Kindergarten Kaleidoscope](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/gallery-page/kindergarten-kaleidoscope): Photo gallery from the pre-primary and kindergarten programmes.
- [Video Gallery](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/gallery-page/video-gallery): School event videos, cultural programme recordings and campus footage.

## Blog & Parent Guides

- [School Blog](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/blogs): CBSE education guidance, parenting guides, school news and student stories.
- [How to Choose the Right School in Hyderabad — A Parent's 10-Point Checklist](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/blog/how-to-choose-right-school-hyderabad-parent-checklist): Ten checks parents should make when shortlisting a CBSE school in Hyderabad, covering affiliation, early years curriculum, Class 11 academic groups, in-school coaching, commute, faculty, fees and campus visits.
- [What is Competency-Based Education? How Meridian Prepares Students for CBSE's New Assessment Pattern](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/blog/competency-based-education-cbse-new-assessment-pattern): Explains CBSE's competency-based assessment framework, the composition of the Class 10 and Class 12 theory paper, and how classroom teaching prepares students for application-led questions.
- [Student Council, Leadership Roles and Why They Matter More Than You Think](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/blog/student-council-leadership-roles-school-uppal-hyderabad): How student council, house captaincy and club leadership roles build negotiation, delegation, accountability and composure in school students.
- [MPC, BiPC or Commerce — A Parent's Complete Guide to Choosing the Right Academic Group at Class 11](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/blog/mpc-bipc-commerce-group-selection-class-11-hyderabad): Comparison of the MPC, BiPC and Commerce academic groups at Class 11, career pathways from each, and how to match a group to a student's strengths.
- [FIITJEE, CIMA, CLAT and SAT Coaching Inside School — How Meridian Prepares Students Beyond CBSE](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/blog/fiitjee-cima-clat-sat-coaching-inside-school-hyderabad): How in-school competitive exam coaching for JEE, NEET, SAT, CLAT and CIMA works alongside the CBSE timetable.
- [Robotics, Music, Debate and Leadership Clubs — Why Extracurriculars at Meridian Are Not Optional](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/blog/robotics-music-debate-leadership-clubs-extracurricular-activities): Why structured extracurricular participation supports academic engagement, time management and student confidence.
- [Why Choosing a School with an Integrated Early Years Curriculum Gives Your Child a Head Start](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/blog/integrated-early-years-curriculum-cbse-ib-cambridge): How an early years curriculum blending IB, Cambridge and CBSE approaches supports inquiry, literacy and numeracy before Class 1.

## Counsellor's Desk Articles

- [The Real Cost of Screen Time on Children's Development](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/beyond-academic/counsellors-desk-blog/screen-time-and-child-development): The effect of screen time on young children and how play, communication and parental connection support healthy development.
- [More Sleep, Better Minds: How Rest Impacts Your Child's Mental Health](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/beyond-academic/counsellors-desk-blog/more-sleep-better-minds): Why sleep matters for children's mental health, learning and focus, with practical sleep guidance for parents.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Which board does Meridian School Uppal follow?**
Meridian School Uppal is affiliated to CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education) under affiliation number 3630465, and offers classes from Nursery to Class 12.

**Which academic groups are offered at Class 11 and 12?**
MPC (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry), BiPC (Biology, Physics, Chemistry) and Commerce.

**Does the school provide competitive exam coaching?**
Yes. FIITJEE coaching for JEE and NEET is conducted inside the school, along with SAT, CLAT and CIMA preparation, so students do not need to attend an external coaching centre in the evenings.

**What curriculum is followed in the pre-primary section?**
An integrated early years curriculum blending IB, Cambridge and CBSE approaches, with a structured transition into the CBSE framework by Class 1.

**Where is Meridian School Uppal located?**
Survey No 73, Adarsh Nagar, Chengicherla, Medipally, Hyderabad, Telangana 500092. The school serves Uppal, Boduppal, Medipally, Nacharam, Peerzadiguda and Ghatkesar, with bus transport across these localities.

**Are admissions open for 2026-27?**
Yes. Admissions are open for Nursery to Class 12. Enquiries can be made on +91-9697981111 or at admissions@meridianschooluppal.in.

## Social Media

- Facebook: https://facebook.com/meridianschooluppal
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/meridian_school_uppal
- X (Twitter): https://x.com/meridianuppal
- YouTube: https://youtube.com/@meridianschooluppal775

## Optional: Full Content Index

- [XML Sitemap](https://www.meridianschooluppal.in/sitemap.xml): Complete XML sitemap listing all indexed pages.