Non-Profit 501(c)(3) Since 2010 Cognia Accredited

Preserving Tamil
language & culture for future generations

Arasi Nagara Tamil Palli is a Cognia-accredited Tamil language school in Charlotte, NC dedicated to teaching Tamil language, literature, and heritage to children of all backgrounds.

எங்கள் மொழி, எங்கள் பண்பாடு, எங்கள் எதிர்காலம்

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500+ Families
3 Branches
15+ Years
50+ Volunteers
Bharathiar and Tamil heritage — sunset with temple silhouettes
Tamil scholars and poets — hand-drawn illustrations with temple architecture
Tamil civilization heritage — monuments, sculptures, and cultural icons
Cognia Accredited Internationally Recognized

What We Offer

A holistic approach to Tamil language education and cultural preservation

Tamil Language

Structured curriculum from beginner to advanced levels, aligned with the Tamil Nadu State Board standards.

Arts & Culture

Classical dance, music, drama, and art — celebrating the richness of Tamil artistic traditions.

Competitions

Regional and national Tamil competitions fostering excellence in speech, essay, and creative arts.

Community

A thriving network of Tamil families — from Pongal celebrations to volunteer programs and parent engagement.

Our Branches

Three locations serving the greater Charlotte area

North — Brawley

Brawley Middle School, Huntersville, NC

Serving families in Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, and the Lake Norman area.

Sundays 10am–1pm 135 students

South — Metrolina

Metrolina Regional Scholars Academy, Fort Mill, SC

Our largest branch — serving Fort Mill, Tega Cay, Rock Hill, and Lake Wylie communities.

Sundays 10am–1pm 248 students

South — Socrates

Socrates Academy, Indian Land, SC

Serving the rapidly growing Indian Land, Lancaster, and south Charlotte families.

Sundays 10am–1pm 196 students

Upcoming Events

Stay connected with school activities and celebrations

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Jun 14

Parent-Teacher Conference

Book your slot through the parent portal. All branches.

Jul 07

Summer Camp Begins

Art, drama, music & Tamil immersion. 4-week program.

Aug 16

Annual Day Celebration

Ardrey Kell High School. Student performances & awards.

What Families Say

Hear from our community members

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“My children have developed such a strong connection to their Tamil roots. The teachers are passionate and the community is incredibly welcoming.”

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Priya Sundaram Parent, South Main Branch
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“The bilingual seal program gave my daughter a real edge in college applications. She’s proud to be a certified Tamil speaker.”

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Kumar Rajagopal Parent, North Branch
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“Volunteering here has been the most rewarding experience. Seeing kids perform at Annual Day — speaking Tamil with such confidence — is magical.”

M
Meena Krishnan Volunteer Teacher

Join Our Tamil Family

Registration is open for the 2025-26 academic year. Give your child the gift of their mother tongue.

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Accredited & Supported By

Cognia Accreditation NC DPI TANA FeTNA