[1][2][3][4] It's started as a cum collage in 1744 The history of Petit Seminaire dates back to 1844 as a seminary attended by 89 students of whom 25 seminarians.

In 1880, Petit Seminaire stopped receiving government subsidy, and has maintained its financial independence.

In 1932, the English section was upgraded into a high school, preparing boys for matriculation and was affiliated with the Madras university.

English is taught as the primary language for all students from LKG(Lower Kinder Garden) to 12th standard classes.

Physical training and health education is given to all the students from lower kindergarten to higher secondary level.