Mahindra International School vs Victorious Kidss Educares

	M Mahindra International School Pune, India	V Victorious Kidss Educares Pune, India
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₹467,000 - 2,526,000	Fees / year ₹162,870 - 525,786
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location RSET Campus, S V Road, Malad (West), Mumbai 400064, Maharashtra, INDIA	Location Fountain Road, Kharadi, Pune, Maharashtra, India. Campus address: Survey No. 52, 53, 58, Hissa 2/1A, Fountain Road, Kharadi, Pune. Located in the Kharadi area of Pune.
Stages	Stages Early Years Programme; Primary School Programme; Lower Secondary Programme; IGCSE CIE Programme; AS & A Levels Programme	Stages —
School type	School type International school offering Cambridge IGCSE and AS & A Levels	School type —
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation India
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and admission fees - Application fee: INR 5,000 per child, payable on invoicing; this amount is non‑refundable. - Admission fee: INR 200,000 per child (payable within the invoicing period), with a maximum charge for two children per family. For children entering Early Years the initial payable admission amount is INR 50,000; the balance of INR 150,000 becomes payable when the child enters Year 1 of the Primary programme. The Admission Fee secures the offered place. Tuition fees — academic year 2025–26 (annual and per‑quarter amounts, INR) Note: the school applies different fee bands according to parental nationality; the school publishes multiple fee bands. The published tuition schedule for AY 2025–26 lists the following annual and per‑quarter amounts (amounts shown in INR): - Early Years 1 (Preschool 1): - Fee band 1: INR 445,000 per year / INR 122,000 per quarter. - Fee band 2: INR 401,000 per year / INR 110,000 per quarter. - Fee band 3: INR 356,000 per year / INR 98,000 per quarter. - Early Years 2 & 3 (Preschool 2 & 3): - Fee band 1: INR 824,000 per year / INR 227,000 per quarter. - Fee band 2: INR 742,000 per year / INR 204,000 per quarter. - Fee band 3: INR 659,000 per year / INR 182,000 per quarter. - Primary Years (PYP / Grades 1–5): - Fee band 1: INR 1,076,000 per year / INR 296,000 per quarter. - Fee band 2: INR 968,000 per year / INR 266,000 per quarter. - Fee band 3: INR 861,000 per year / INR 237,000 per quarter. - Middle Years Programme (MYP 1–4): - Fee band 1: INR 1,139,000 per year / INR 313,000 per quarter. - Fee band 2: INR 1,025,000 per year / INR 282,000 per quarter. - Fee band 3: INR 911,000 per year / INR 251,000 per quarter. - MYP 5: - Fee band 1: INR 1,202,000 per year / INR 331,000 per quarter. - Fee band 2: INR 1,082,000 per year / INR 298,000 per quarter. - Fee band 3: INR 962,000 per year / INR 265,000 per quarter. - Diploma Programme Year 1 (DP1): - Fee band 1: INR 1,763,000 per year / INR 485,000 per quarter. - Fee band 2: INR 1,587,000 per year / INR 436,000 per quarter. - Fee band 3: INR 1,410,000 per year / INR 388,000 per quarter. - Diploma Programme Year 2 (DP2): - Fee band 1: INR 1,883,000 per year / INR 518,000 per quarter. - Fee band 2: INR 1,695,000 per year / INR 466,000 per quarter. - Fee band 3: INR 1,506,000 per year / INR 414,000 per quarter. Billing schedule and payment terms - Quarterly billing periods and due dates (tuition): - 1st quarter (July–Sept) — due 15 July. - 2nd quarter (Oct–Dec) — due 15 September. - 3rd quarter (Jan–Mar) — due 15 December. - 4th quarter (Apr–June) — due 15 March. - Currency and payment methods: - All fees are collected in Indian Rupees (INR) only. Payment may be made by cheque, wire (bank transfer), or credit card (invoice will include payment details). - Late payment and related terms: - Payments received after the due date incur a late payment charge (published schedule shows INR 500 per day for late payments). A student enrolling after the official payment dates must pay outstanding term(s) immediately and an additional 12% on the outstanding amount. Students who leave during a quarter forfeit the balance of the fees for that quarter. - Sibling discount: 10% discount for the first sibling (two‑child family) and 20% for the second sibling (three‑child family) as published. Transport, lunch and other recurring charges - Transport (2025–26 published rates): - Residents within a 15 km radius of the school: INR 66,000 per annum. - Residents beyond a 15 km radius of the school: INR 99,000 per annum. - Lunch and cafeteria: lunch is available at additional cost; menus and meal pricing are published/updated by the school and billed separately. The annual tuition generally covers the majority of classroom resources, IB exam fees and many field trips, but competitive teams, some international excursions and some specialist external providers incur extra charges. - Uniforms and small charges: - Students wear a school uniform; uniforms (school shirt and PE uniform) are available from the school store and are purchased separately. A swim kit is required for swim lessons and can be purchased locally. Replacement ID card fee: INR 850. Additional itemised costs (books, extra‑curricular providers, some excursions) may be charged separately. Boarding / hostel fees (where applicable) - The school's current published admissions and fees material for AY 2025–26 does not include a published boarding fee schedule. Some third‑party listings that reference the historic Mercedes‑Benz International School name have indicated an annual hostel/boarding charge in the region of INR 250,000; those listings are not part of the school's current published fee schedule. Refunds and cancellation - Application fee: non‑refundable (INR 5,000). - Admission fee: the admission fee secures the place; the published schedule explains the split for Early Years entrants (INR 50,000 initially; balance on entry to PYP1) but does not provide a broad refundable‑refund table in the public fee summary. Parents are informed that a student leaving early forfeits the balance of the fees for the quarter in which the student departs. No comprehensive multi‑line refund schedule is published in the public fee summary. Other payment notes and administrative points - All fees are payable to the school's bank accounts in INR; invoices will supply the account and payment instructions. Employers and third‑party arrangements do not remove parental responsibility for payment. The school reserves the right to change the fee structure and to apply published late‑payment charges.	Fee details Application / Registration fees - Application (to submit an application): INR 1,050 (per application). - Admission fee (one-time, paid at seat confirmation for most year groups): INR 6,000 (one-time). Tuition and first‑year costs by year group (annual amounts and first‑year total for a new admission) - Toddler / Play Group - Tuition (annual): INR 162,870 - Admission fee (one‑time): INR 6,000 - Security / Caution (refundable, one‑time): INR 33,000 - Total first year (new admission): INR 201,870. - Pre‑Nursery - Tuition (annual): INR 162,870 - Admission fee: INR 6,000 - Security (refundable): INR 33,000 - Total first year: INR 201,870. - Nursery - Tuition (annual): INR 164,301 - Admission fee: INR 6,000 - Security (refundable): INR 33,000 - Total first year: INR 203,301. - LKG - Tuition (annual): INR 224,718 - Admission fee: INR 6,000 - Security (refundable): INR 33,000 - Total first year: INR 263,718. - UKG - Tuition (annual): INR 233,718 - Admission fee (one‑time shown higher in some communications for confirmation): commonly listed as INR 6,000 (see booking requirements); security INR 33,000 - Total first year (commonly reported): INR 281,718. - Class 1 - Tuition (annual): INR 324,072 - Admission fee: INR 6,000 - Security (refundable): INR 33,000 - Total first year: INR 363,072. - Class 2 - Tuition (annual): INR 330,072 - Admission fee: INR 6,000 - Security (refundable): INR 33,000 - Total first year: INR 369,072. - Class 3 - Tuition (annual): INR 360,042 - Admission fee: INR 6,000 - Security (refundable): INR 33,000 - Total first year: INR 399,042. - Class 4 - Tuition (annual): INR 376,512 - Admission fee: INR 6,000 - Security (refundable): INR 33,000 - Total first year: INR 415,512. - Class 5 - Tuition (annual): INR 400,299 - Admission fee: INR 6,000 - Security (refundable): INR 33,000 - Total first year: INR 439,299. - Class 6 - Tuition (annual): INR 507,120 - Admission fee: INR 6,000 - Security (refundable): INR 33,000 - Total first year: INR 546,120. - Class 7 - Tuition (annual): INR 525,786 - Admission fee: INR 6,000 - Security (refundable): INR 33,000 - Total first year: INR 564,786. - Class 8 - Tuition (annual): INR 539,115 - Admission fee: INR 6,000 - Security (refundable): INR 33,000 - Total first year: INR 545,148 (reported with small internal variations in some summaries). - Class 9 - Tuition (annual): INR 551,031 - Admission fee: INR 6,000 - Security (refundable): INR 33,000 - Total first year: INR 557,064. - Class 10 - Tuition (annual): INR 617,208 - Admission fee: INR 6,000 - Security (refundable): INR 33,000 - Total first year: INR 656,208. - Class 11 - Tuition (annual): INR 831,003 - Admission fee: INR 6,000 - Security (refundable): INR 33,000 - Total first year: INR 870,003. - Class 12 - Tuition (annual): INR 831,003 - Admission fee: INR 6,000 - Security (refundable): INR 33,000 - Total first year: INR 870,003. Billing schedule and payment terms - The academic year runs on a June/July–May cycle. To secure a seat at confirmation, parents must pay the Admission Fee and the required caution/confirmation amounts as specified by the school; the Confirmation amount is treated as non‑refundable when specified for seat blocking. - Tuition figures above are presented as annual amounts. Fee billing is generally shown as annual composite tuition with one‑time charges (admission, security) payable at admission; the school and its admissions communications also accept a range of payment instruments. Boarding fees - Victorious Kidss Educares operates as a day school; there are no boarding fees because boarding is not offered. Other costs and fees - Security / Caution deposit: INR 33,000 (refundable). - Uniform, shoes and socks: charged separately and are not included in the tuition totals above. - Transport (bus), cafeteria/meal plans, books, examination fees and some co‑curricular or activity fees are additional and excluded from the tuition totals listed above. Refund information - Admission fees and school (tuition) fees are reported as non‑refundable and non‑transferable in published fee notes; caution/security deposits are shown as refundable. For blocking a seat, the school requires payment of admission, caution money and confirmation amounts and treats the confirmation amount as non‑refundable where specified. Fee payment options - Accepted payment methods include cheque, demand draft, credit card, debit card and online bank transfer / electronic payment channels. Cash is generally not accepted for fee payments.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements The school is a day school; there are no boarding facilities.
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Cambridge International IGCSE Programme (Grades 9–10) and Cambridge International AS/A Levels Programme (Grades 11–12) are offered. The IGCSE curriculum is flexible with Core and Extended routes, and subjects include English First Language; English Second Language; Hindi Second Language; French Foreign Language; Economics; Physics; Chemistry; Biology; Environmental Management; Mathematics; Business Studies; Information & Communication Technology; Accounting. The AS & A Levels Programme comprises Group 1 (Mathematics & Sciences): Physics; Chemistry; Biology; Mathematics; Information Technology; Computer Science; Group 3 (Arts & Humanities): Economics; Business; Accounting; Psychology; Sociology; Art & Design; Group 4 (Interdisciplinary): English General Paper (AS Level). Examinations are offered in the February/March series.	Curriculum details Victorious Kidss Educares is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). The language of instruction is English, and students study an additional language. The curriculum blends IB education with Vedantic philosophy. In the Diploma Programme, students study six subjects concurrently: two languages, one from Individuals and Societies, one from Sciences, one from Mathematics, and one from Arts or another group, with interdisciplinary options such as Environmental Systems and Societies. The Diploma Core comprises Theory of Knowledge (TOK), the Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS); assessment includes on-screen examinations and eAssessments, with assessment days and results disclosed after two days. The academic year runs from June to May, and inclusive education and SEN support are provided.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio The school states an excellent student–teacher ratio.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results IGCSE March 2024 results show 6 students achieving over 90%, with Jyotirmay Bhadech at 96.33% and Siyona Gupta at 95.83% (A*/A grades). A Level March 2024 results show Thirukumaran Veleyudham at 88.75%, Ayushi Yadav at 73.25%, and Vanessa D'Souza at 71.75%.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates progress to universities in India and abroad, including Middlesex University (UK), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (USA), Heriot-Watt University (Dubai), Brock University (Canada), and other institutions.	Higher education progression Career progression is supported by a dedicated Career Counseling Cell. From MYP 1-2, orientation is provided; from MYP 3 onwards, career exploration is enhanced through psychometric assessments, guest lectures, and research opportunities. The Cell guides students in creating career portfolios, resumes, and subject selections aligned with their aspirations, and organizes career fairs. Students also explore global university pathways to inform decisions about future studies.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Social-emotional development is a core focus of MBIS Mumbai's learning. Learners are motivated to grow socially and emotionally and are supported by teachers who identify and nurture each student's talents and social abilities. The school fosters empathy, collaboration, resilience and a sense of belonging to prepare students to be responsible, engaged citizens. The curriculum supports emotional wellbeing, identity, independence, cooperation and interaction skills. Learning is delivered through activity-based methods to embed concepts in daily life. MBIS also provides multilingual development, with English as the language of instruction and French and Marathi offered as additional languages.	Social & emotional learning The school encourages students to become responsible global citizens through service and leadership. Students engage in community service, explore the United Nations, take on roles in the Student Council, and express themselves through art and theory. They participate in enriching international excursions, broadening perspectives and empathy. The learning environment promotes collaboration, inquiry, and the development of social and communication skills. This holistic approach supports emotional, social, and ethical growth alongside academic learning.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) The school provides inclusive, holistic education with additional support for students with special educational needs. Special academic provisions are offered with proper documentation, and the school follows IB guidance on learning support and assessment accommodations. The number of SEN students per class is restricted, and reasonable adjustments are made based on available resources. The school counsellors consider each case individually, and parents must provide complete SEN records to ensure appropriate support. If needed, students with SEN may be referred to specialized schools for optimal development, while those identified at risk receive ongoing learning support.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English is the language of instruction; English as a Second Language is available for students who need it. Additional languages include French and Marathi.	English as an additional language English is the language of instruction in all grades. Students study an additional language as part of the IB programme. The school supports a diverse student body and is inclusive of learners from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds. The language policy states that English is the medium of instruction and that an additional language must be studied. The school also notes the option of a bilingual diploma within the IB framework, with language choices guided by IB procedures.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing MBIS provides mental wellbeing support through social-emotional development and access to counseling services. Learners develop resilience, coping strategies and healthy relationships with support from school staff. Counseling resources include the Ramdhar Maheshwari Career Counseling Centre. The program aims to support personal and academic challenges and transitions. The school promotes wellbeing through activities and programs integrated into the school day.	Mental wellbeing The school places well-being at the center of education. The well-being focus ensures that students are supported in their emotional, mental, and physical growth. The Early Years Handbook and related materials emphasize the holistic development of children, including emotional and creative aspects, underscoring the importance of well-being in overall growth. Co-curricular activities and a broad IB program are designed to support healthy, balanced development across academic and personal domains.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding The school aims to develop an inclusive, friendly, healthy, and protective environment for students. School counsellors and a psychologist support students, including those with special educational needs. The admissions and inclusion processes involve initial talks with parents, documentation, and assessments to ensure appropriate safeguarding and support, with IB alignment guiding decision-making. The policy emphasizes safeguarding and protective practices as integral to a safe school environment. The inclusion and SEN provisions are implemented with careful consideration of each case, ensuring students' safety and well-being within the IB framework.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview The MYP department boasts well-equipped laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Food Technology, and Design Technology. There are dedicated spaces for Visual & Performing Arts, including Drama, Dance, and Music rooms. An ICT lab is available for information and communication technology learning, and a Robotics lab is on site. The facilities support science, technology, engineering, and arts education as part of the IB programme.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities Laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Food Technology, and Design Technology are well equipped. Dedicated spaces support Visual and Performing Arts, including Drama, Dance, and Music rooms, plus an ICT lab and a Robotics lab. These facilities enable hands-on learning across science, technology, engineering and arts disciplines as part of the IB MYP programme.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities Co-Curricular Activities (CCA) are offered broadly, including sports such as cricket, basketball, football, throw ball, kho-kho, volleyball, badminton, and swimming. Additional CCAs cover reading, debate, Model United Nations (MUN), arts, drama, dance, crochet, and music. These activities provide opportunities for students to explore interests and develop skills beyond the classroom.
Parent experience	Parent experience
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual Victorious Kidss Educares integrates IB education with Vedantic philosophy to nurture the intellectual, emotional, physical and social development of a child. The IB Mission is to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. The language of instruction is English. In the MYP, students complete the Personal Project and Service as Action; in the Diploma Programme, the DP core includes Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS). The MYP department also provides science and technology laboratories (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Food Technology, Design Technology) and dedicated spaces for Visual & Performing Arts (Drama, Dance, Music), plus ICT and Robotics labs.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative Dedicated Visual & Performing Arts spaces include Drama, Dance, and Music rooms. In addition to these, the school provides facilities for ICT and a Robotics lab. Co-Curricular Activities include arts, drama, dance, crochet, and music as part of the program.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language The language of instruction is English; Hindi and French are offered as language options (Hindi/ French are considered in the Primary Years Programme, with SL applicable from PYP 2 onwards). The IB framework provides language study through multiple language options such as English, French, and Hindi.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies Co-Curricular Activities include reading, debate, and Model United Nations (MUN), alongside performance arts such as drama, dance and music.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Students actively engage in meaningful service activities across the country, including service trips, plantation drives, visits to orphanages, cleanup drives, and donation drives; these experiences are part of Service as Action and support community development.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Career Counselling is provided; DP and MYP coordinators guide program choices and college planning. Participation in Model United Nations and debate fosters leadership and professional skills.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing The program emphasizes holistic development and well-being, supporting emotional, mental, and physical growth. Sports offered include cricket, basketball, football, throw ball, kho-kho, volleyball, badminton, and swimming.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school uses English as the language of instruction for its Cambridge curriculum. The school offers English as a First Language and English as a Second Language in the IGCSE programme, Hindi as a Second Language, and French as a Foreign Language. The school offers Modern Foreign Languages at AS & A Levels, including French, German, and Spanish.	Language provision —
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Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations IB World School authorized for Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). The school is described as the largest IB World School in Pune.
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Fill out the online admission form or visit MBIS to decide. An Admissions officer guides you through the academic and cocurricular offerings at MBIS. A tour of the facilities provides insight into the learning environment, and a collaborative interaction with you and the child facilitates the admission process. 2. Submit documents: Birth certificate; Proof of nationality for the child and for the parents; Three passport-size photographs of the student; Original and photocopy of the previous school reports/transcripts; Original Transfer Certificate/School Leaving Certificate. For foreign nationals, a passport copy for both the child and parent and a valid visa for staying in India are required. Admission Criteria outline the levels: Early Years (Nursery, Jr KG, Sr KG) require an interaction with parents; Primary (Grades 1–5) assesses English and mathematics and considers performance at the last school; Lower Secondary (Grades 6–8), IGCSE (Grades 9–10), and A Levels (Grades 11–12) consider prior performance and include an interaction with the parents and child. 3. Online Admission Form and Fees: The Online Admission Form is available to complete the application. The AY 2025-26 fee structure includes a Registration Fee of Rs 3,000 and an Admission Fee of Rs 50,000 (non-refundable). Tuition fees by grade are: Nursery Rs 1,26,436; Jr.KG Rs 1,39,744; Sr.KG Rs 1,59,710; Grades 1–5 Rs 2,52,880; Grades 6–8 Rs 3,19,430; Grades 9–10 Rs 3,99,290; A Levels Rs 2,79,500. School timings are: Pre-Primary 8:00 am–11:30 am; Primary 8:00 am–3:00 pm; Secondary 8:00 am–3:00 pm; Higher Secondary AS Level 8:00 am–1:30 pm; A2 Level 8:00 am–3:00 pm.	Admissions 1. Admission is open to students of all nationalities. The application requires documents: the child's Passport or Aadhar card, the parents' Passport or Aadhar cards, a student medical certificate, and one teacher recommendation addressing behaviour, attendance, motivation and self-discipline. Tours can be scheduled 9:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (Mon–Fri) through the front desk; overseas or out-of-town visitors should provide prior intimation. The admission age is defined by grade and age as of 1 June of the academic year (e.g., Play Group I is 6 weeks–1 year; Play Group II 1–2 years; Nursery 2–3 years; Junior KG 3–4 years; Senior KG 4–5 years).
Scholarships	Scholarships The school has merit scholarships. The scholarship application form is available with the admissions office. Shortlisted applicants are informed about admission at MBIS.	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Wait Pools: When the number of eligible applicants exceeds the availability of spaces for a particular grade in an academic year, parent admission applications may be placed in a wait pool subject to availability. Students with siblings already studying at Victorious Kidss Educares are prioritised within the wait pool. When placing an application in a wait pool, we try to provide the candidate with a realistic assessment of the chances and possible timing for admittance.
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