Times Education Icons 2024-2025: Celebrating Chennai’s top educational institutions

The Times Education Icons 2024-2025 is a prestigious event dedicated to honouring excellence in education. This eighth edition of the ceremony, which will take place at Hilton Chennai on February 24, 2025, is organised by Optimal Media Solutions, A Division of the Times of India. It will bring together visionary educators, school leaders, and academic pioneers to celebrate institutions that have set benchmarks in academics, innovation, and student development.
Selection process
The winners have been determined through rigorous research by Avance Insights Pvt Ltd, using Desk Research, Factual Survey, and Perceptual Rating Survey to identify outstanding institutions.
Recognising leaders in education
Honouring top schools, preschools, and institutions, the event is a showcase of excellence in education, innovative teaching methods, and student development. The institutions recognised excel in academics, extracurriculars, infrastructure, student well-being, and innovative learning. Selecting the best school is crucial for a child’s success, and this event highlights institutions excelling in academics, modern infrastructure, and holistic student development.
Dr. B. Chandra Mohan, IAS, Principal Secretary, Govt. of Tamil Nadu, School Education Department, will be presiding over the ceremony as the Chief Guest, while the Guest of Honor will be Saina Nehwal, Olympic Medalist & Padma Bhushan Awardee.
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With AI-driven tools and hybrid learning shaping education, Chennai’s top schools and institutions are leading the way in innovation and excellence. The Times Education Icons 2024-2025 is more than an awards ceremony—it’s a tribute to educators and institutions shaping the future. Congratulations to all the winners for their dedication to excellence in education!
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