Meridian School for Boys and Girls vs Sreenidhi International School

	M Meridian School for Boys and Girls Hyderabad, India	S Sreenidhi International School Hyderabad, India
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₹229,600 - 475,000	Fees / year ₹265,000 - 1,121,000
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), CBSE Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme)
Pupils	Pupils 4,500	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 25	Typical class size 7
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1995	Opened 2004
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The Meridian School for Boys & Girls is located in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034. The address is 8-2-541, Rd Number 7, Zahara Nagar, Banjara Hills. It sits in an urban, central area of Hyderabad.	Location The school is near Telangana State Police Academy, Appa Junction, Aziznagar, Hyderabad, Telangana 500075.
Stages	Stages Nursery to Grade 8. IB PYP Coordinator grades Nur - 5. In charge Grades 6-8 CBSE.	Stages Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3-11; Middle Years Programme (MYP); Diploma Programme (DP).
School type	School type Co-educational (Boys & Girls).	School type Co-educational; day school with an optional boarding program.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school has a Special Educator and a Counselor/Wellness Teacher.	Additional learning support Inclusive education with Student Learning Support and Special Education Needs (SEN) teachers. English language support is provided through English support teachers with pull-out and push-in strategies, coordinated by the Student Support Team.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation India	Country affiliation India
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure School hours run 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. An after-school Extra Time Zone (ETZ) runs from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm. A Late Bus operates for after-school transport, with a 4:30 pm departure and an annual late-bus fee.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Transport is planned with door-to-door pick-up/drop-off for younger students and common pick-up/drop points for others; changes require email to the transport team. Routes aim for arrival by 8:00 am and departure by 3:00 pm. The Late Bus for after-school activities leaves at 4:30 pm. An annual Late Bus fee applies for those using this service.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Admission & application fees - Form / suitability test fee: INR 2,000 (per application). - Admission / enrolment components: - Madhapur campus: Admission fee INR 5,000 plus Enrollment fee INR 30,000 (total admission/enrolment INR 35,000). - Kukatpally campus: Admission fee INR 5,000 and Enrollment fee INR 25,000 (as shown for Kukatpally). Tuition fees — Meridian School, Madhapur (Academic year 2026–27) — per term and annual total - Nursery: Term I INR 91,800; Term II INR 68,900; Term III INR 68,900; Annual total INR 229,600. - PP I: Term I INR 97,400; Term II INR 73,000; Term III INR 73,000; Annual total INR 243,400. - PP II: Term I INR 103,200; Term II INR 77,400; Term III INR 77,400; Annual total INR 258,000. - Std I: Term I INR 109,400; Term II INR 82,050; Term III INR 82,050; Annual total INR 273,500. - Std II: Term I INR 116,000; Term II INR 87,000; Term III INR 87,000; Annual total INR 290,000. - Std III: Term I INR 122,900; Term II INR 92,150; Term III INR 92,150; Annual total INR 307,200. - Std IV: Term I INR 130,280; Term II INR 97,710; Term III INR 97,710; Annual total INR 325,700. - Std V: Term I INR 138,080; Term II INR 103,560; Term III INR 103,560; Annual total INR 345,200. - Std VI: Term I INR 146,400; Term II INR 109,800; Term III INR 109,800; Annual total INR 366,000. - Std VII: Term I INR 155,200; Term II INR 116,400; Term III INR 116,400; Annual total INR 388,000. - Std VIII: Term I INR 164,500; Term II INR 123,350; Term III INR 123,350; Annual total INR 411,200. - Std IX: Term I INR 174,400; Term II INR 130,750; Term III INR 130,750; Annual total INR 435,900. - Std X: Term I INR 176,200; Term II INR 132,150; Term III INR 132,150; Annual total INR 440,500. - Std XI (Science / Commerce / Humanities): Term I INR 151,670; Term II INR 151,670; Term III INR 151,660; Annual total INR 455,000 (same structure and amounts shown for all streams). - Std XII (Science / Commerce / Humanities): Term I INR 158,340; Term II INR 158,340; Term III INR 158,320; Annual total INR 475,000 (same structure and amounts shown for all streams). Tuition fees — Meridian School, Kukatpally (Fee structure shown for 2024–25) — per term and annual total - Admission fee INR 5,000; Enrollment fee INR 25,000. - Nursery: Term I INR 48,000; Term II INR 36,000; Term III INR 36,000; Annual total INR 120,000. - PP I: Term I INR 51,600; Term II INR 38,700; Term III INR 38,700; Annual total INR 129,000. - PP II: Term I INR 52,400; Term II INR 39,300; Term III INR 39,300; Annual total INR 131,000. - Std I: Term I INR 55,600; Term II INR 41,700; Term III INR 41,700; Annual total INR 139,000. - Std II: Term I INR 60,800; Term II INR 45,600; Term III INR 45,600; Annual total INR 152,000. - Std III: Term I INR 63,600; Term II INR 47,700; Term III INR 47,700; Annual total INR 159,000. - Std IV: Term I INR 66,000; Term II INR 49,500; Term III INR 49,500; Annual total INR 165,000. - Std V: Term I INR 68,400; Term II INR 51,300; Term III INR 51,300; Annual total INR 171,000. - Std VI: Term I INR 71,200; Term II INR 53,400; Term III INR 53,400; Annual total INR 178,000. - Std VII: Term I INR 73,200; Term II INR 54,900; Term III INR 54,900; Annual total INR 183,000. - Std VIII: Term I INR 75,200; Term II INR 56,400; Term III INR 56,400; Annual total INR 188,000. - Std IX: Term I INR 76,800; Term II INR 57,600; Term III INR 57,600; Annual total INR 192,000. - Std X: Term I INR 78,800; Term II INR 59,100; Term III INR 59,100; Annual total INR 197,000. Billing schedule and payment terms - The academic year is divided into three terms; fees are payable for three terms. The first-term fee must be received to confirm admission. Each term's fee is payable within one week of the start of the new term. - Transport charges (if opted) are calculated by route/km and are collected on a six-monthly basis; the admissions summary shows typical transport ranges quoted for a 20 km route. Books and stationery are included in the school fee; two meals (breakfast and lunch) are included unless otherwise stated. Boarding fees - No boarding fees are listed. The school operates day-school services with on-campus meals provided; no boarding facility or boarding fee is shown in the disclosed fee documents. Other costs and recurring charges - Uniform cost: approximately INR 5,000–6,000 for three sets (parents to procure uniforms via the school's portal or designated collection). - Transport (approximate): the admissions summary lists a minimum and maximum example for a 20 km route (example range shown: INR 52,800 to INR 88,800 collected on a six‑monthly basis). Exact transport charges vary by distance and route. - Books & stationery: included in the school fee; textbooks and stationery are issued on presentation of the fee receipt. - Meals: breakfast and lunch are provided and included in the fee for day students (no separate mess fee listed for day students). - Sibling discount: a sibling discount of INR 10,000 is shown as applicable where conditions are met. Refunds and non‑refundable charges - The admission/enrolment fee is non‑refundable. No separate refundable security deposit or caution-money refund terms were provided in the disclosed fee documents. Fee payment options and payee details - Cheque, draft or remittance instructions: payments by cheque, draft, or remittance should be made in favour of "Meridian Educational Society" payable at Hyderabad (school communications list these instruments). The school also uses a parent/student portal (MyClassBoard) for parent accounts and fee administration. Specific online payment methods accepted (credit card, net banking, UPI) are not itemized in the disclosed documents. Brief note on coverage and items not explicitly listed - The Madhapur fee schedule for academic year 2026–27 and the Kukatpally schedule (shown for 2024–25) were published in the school's mandatory disclosure/fee documents. The Banjara Hills campus fee schedule in an accessible fee table was not found in the disclosed PDFs while preparing this summary; where a campus-specific figure was not available, the campus-level admissions summary values are reported above. The documents used are the school's published fee PDFs and the admissions summary.	Fee details Application & one‑time admission fees - Registration (one‑time at admission): INR 2,500. - Refundable caution deposit (paid at admission): Day students: INR 20,000; Boarders (5‑Day and 7‑Day): INR 50,000. The caution deposit is refundable and will be remitted to the parent/guardian's bank account within 90 working days after graduation, withdrawal, or transfer, subject to adjustment for any outstanding charges. Consolidated annual tuition & school fees (per year group) — amounts are annual and are presented as the consolidated tuition + school fee - EYP1 to EYP3 (Day students): INR 265,000 per year (per term if paid in 3 instalments: INR 88,333.33). - PYP1 to PYP5 (Day students): INR 541,500 per year (per term: INR 180,500.00). - MYP1 to MYP5 (Day students): INR 747,000 per year (per term: INR 249,000.00). - PYP5 — 5‑Day Boarder: INR 1,018,800 per year (per term: INR 339,600.00). - PYP5 — 7‑Day Boarder: INR 1,238,100 per year (per term: INR 412,700.00). - MYP1–MYP5 — 5‑Day Boarder: INR 1,224,300 per year (per term: INR 408,100.00). - MYP1–MYP5 — 7‑Day Boarder: INR 1,443,600 per year (per term: INR 481,200.00). - DP1–DP2 (Day students): INR 1,036,000 per year (per term: INR 345,333.33). - DP1–DP2 — 5‑Day Boarder: INR 1,513,300 per year (per term: INR 504,433.33). - DP1–DP2 — 7‑Day Boarder: INR 1,732,600 per year (per term: INR 577,533.33). - CP1–CP2 (Day students): INR 1,121,000 per year (per term: INR 373,666.67). - CP1–CP2 — 5‑Day Boarder: INR 1,598,300 per year (per term: INR 532,766.67). - CP1–CP2 — 7‑Day Boarder: INR 1,817,600 per year (per term: INR 605,866.67). Transport (optional) - Annual transport charge for day boarders (if availed): INR 79,500 per annum. With ETZ / CCA option: INR 95,500 per annum. The annual transport fee is charged for the full year even if a student later opts out. What the consolidated fee covers - The consolidated fee includes tuition and annual school fee items (teaching, digital platforms, stationery and supplies, library resources, e‑texts), experiential co‑curricular activities, identified learning support, after‑school subject support, counselling (including university guidance and test support), physical fitness and arts programs, in‑school preparation for teams/competitions, repairs and upkeep, lab equipment and utilities. It also includes nutrition (breakfast, lunch and two snacks per day for students up to DP2) and a standard set of uniforms and items as listed (for PYP1 to DP2: four sets of school uniform, one school hoodie, two sets house sports uniform, two pairs of school shoes, one backpack). For boarders the consolidated fee additionally covers board & lodging services, supervised study, laundry of school uniforms, routine medical care, pastoral support and specified transport for 5‑Day / 7‑Day boarders. Other costs and exclusions - The consolidated fee does NOT include: toiletries and personal clothing, personal laundry (except for boarders where school laundry of uniforms is included), field trip expenses outside Hyderabad, field trip costs within Hyderabad that exclude transport, extraordinary medical expenses, special or additional uniforms beyond the included set, pocket money, passport photos, and other personal expenses. Boarders are required to deposit INR 50,000 into the student's Personal Deposit Account for pocket money and personal expenses; the school will provide statements of expenses and balance. Pocket money for boarders should not exceed INR 4,000 per month. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition and consolidated school fees are payable in three instalments: - 1st instalment due by 15 March of the preceding academic year or on enrolment; - 2nd instalment due by 15 September of the academic year; - 3rd instalment due by 15 December of the academic year. - Late‑payment charges: a late fee is applied for non‑payment of any instalment by the due date: INR 1,000 for payments received within 15 days after the due date; INR 2,500 within 30 days; INR 4,000 within 45 days; and an additional INR 100 per day for payments received more than 45 days after the due date. Continued non‑payment may lead to deregistration as per the school policy. Refund information - Tuition and consolidated school fees are not refundable. The school's fee policy states that Tuition and School Fees will not be refunded once paid. The refundable portion is the caution deposit (see amounts above), which will be refunded within 90 working days after graduation, withdrawal, or transfer subject to settlement of any outstanding dues. Boarding specifics (included in boarding fee lines above) - Boarding fees listed above are consolidated annual amounts for 5‑Day and 7‑Day boarders by programme. Boarding inclusions: bed and bedding, cupboard and study furniture, hot/cold water, internet and television access, weekly film screening and recreational facilities, supervised evening study, pastoral care, routine medical care, laundry of school uniforms and specified transport arrangements for boarders (Monday/Friday for 5‑Day boarders; airport/rail transfers for 7‑Day boarders around long weekends/holidays). Parents should note the separate INR 50,000 Personal Deposit Account requirement for boarders. Fee payment options and procedure - Accepted payment modes: Demand Draft (DD) in favour of SREENIDHI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL or online transfer / electronic payment through the school's online payment system as specified by the school's accounts team. Parents are provided instructions for the online payment process and payment schedules by the school's accounts team. Evidence of bank transfer or DD details are used to reconcile payments. Notes on annual adjustments and instalments - Consolidated tuition and school fees are subject to an annual increase (the school indicates a typical increase in the range of 10%–12% annually). With each programme transition (EYP → PYP, PYP → MYP, MYP → DP/CP) fee levels will change in addition to any annual increase. Installment notices and fee payment communications are issued by the school's accounts office.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements The school offers boarding for grades 5–12 (ages 10–18). The dorm accommodates up to 72 boarders in four wings (three for boys and the West Wing for girls) with each boarding cubicle including a desk, bed, cupboard and storage; the dorm is centrally air‑conditioned and has a common area. Boarders are supported by a school counsellor, a nurse, library resources, and a college counsellor along with trained staff; five‑day and seven‑day boarding options are offered.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Sports Uniform is worn on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays; School Uniform is worn on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Hoodies and Blazers are provided for students in Grades 9 to 12. Uniforms are to be procured by parents. New students may attend in casual attire during March and April, and uniforms can be purchased online with size trials available on the school's designated dates.	Uniform requirement The school issues four sets of formal uniform, one winter wear, two pairs of black shoes, and two pairs of white socks; a tie and blazer are worn on special days for Grades 7 and above. Sports uniform includes two sets and a grey shirt with shorts in house colors; extra uniform sets may be ordered.
Food options	Food options Breakfast and lunch are provided on campus. Meals are planned by a nutritionist and prepared under strict hygienic conditions. A weekly menu is published on the school's site, and there is no additional charge for food services.	Food options The school provides meals with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options; boarding students have meals as part of their boarding arrangement. The Nutrition page shows a weekly meal plan with breakfast, lunch and snacks.
House system	House system —	House system The school uses a four‑house system: Mars (red), Jupiter (green), Neptune (yellow), and Venus (blue). Sports uniforms include a grey shirt and shorts with house color stripes, reinforcing house identity.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is part of the Meridian Group of Schools, founded in 1995 by Neelakanta Butta and Renuka Butta. Current leadership includes Ms. Tejaswi Butta (CEO, Meridian Group of Schools), Mr. Amogh Butta (COO, Meridian Group of Schools), Mrs. Lalitha Naidu Injety (President, Meridian Group of Schools), and Mr. Pratul Butta (Director, Meridian Group of Schools).	Governance and ownership The school is part of the Sreenidhi Educational Group and is governed by a Board of Governors. The Executive Director leads the school under this governance structure.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details IBPYP (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme) and Cambridge curriculum are offered as distinct, globally recognized frameworks. CBSE is also offered with AISSE (Class 10) and AISSCE (Class 12) examinations. Accreditations include CBSE, IBPYP, and Cambridge. CBSE Affiliation No: 3630044.	Curriculum details The school offers Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP).
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Foundational years: 25:2; Primary: 25:1; Middle & Secondary: 30:1.	Student teacher ratio 1:7 student-teacher ratio
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school provides an inclusive and safe environment that values every student and emphasizes emotional well-being and diversity. It supports social and emotional development and fosters resilience, emotional intelligence, and positive behavior. There is a zero-tolerance policy for bullying to ensure a supportive atmosphere where students can flourish.	Social & emotional learning Primary Years Programme fosters the social and emotional growth of children in an environment that intertwines academics and enrichment activities. The framework emphasizes self-efficacy and collaboration, empowering learners to participate actively and develop as whole individuals. Learners solve problems, communicate thoughts and feelings effectively, and build relationships within a learning community. The programme is inquiry-based and transdisciplinary, connecting learning across subject areas. The school also supports language development and inclusion through additional languages and language supports that complement social and emotional learning.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school has a Special Education Needs (SEN) department with an inclusive education model. It conducts individualized assessments and creates customized learning plans with targeted support and specialized services. Limited SEN intake per class is maintained to ensure effective support, and a dedicated SEN teacher-student ratio of 1:15 is upheld within SEN programs.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school provides Student Support Policy and Learning Support for students with learning difficulties. Learning Support identifies students' needs, plans a program, communicates with regular teachers, and provides follow-up. Students with learning disabilities, slow learners, Asperger's Syndrome, mild hearing impairment, ADD/ADHD and other needs are addressed within SIS. The policy also recognises that home language differences are not treated as learning difficulties and supports inclusion.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language English Language Support enables students whose English is below their grade level. Support is offered one-on-one and in groups to develop fluency and comprehension of grade-level content in English. The medium of instruction is English for all subjects. Students have the opportunity to learn more than one language from the age of five, with additional languages offered including Hindi, Spanish, French and Telugu.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Resilience and well-being are integrated into the school's approach, focusing on emotional intelligence, stress management, and work-life balance. Programs support mental health and personal growth, helping students manage emotions and social interactions.	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing is central to SIS's approach; the school aims to be a 'happy school' so students can learn and thrive. Wellbeing thinking draws on IB literature and recognises resilience, self-esteem, optimism, growth mindset, self-control, emotional regulation and finding meaning. Physical health is crucial to well-being, and the MooZoom initiative and related activities support wellbeing. Teacher wellbeing is recognised as a predictor of student wellbeing, and policies are designed to formalise wellbeing across the school.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school upholds an inclusive and safe environment with a zero-tolerance policy for bullying, prioritizing student safety and welfare and fostering a culture of safeguarding across campuses.	Safeguarding The safeguarding policy provides a safe, supportive and legally compliant environment with clear reporting lines for safeguarding, health and safety, and security concerns. The Head of School leads the safeguarding committee, which meets monthly and includes the Pastoral and Wellbeing Coordinator, Counsellor, Nurse and other staff. A designated safeguarding email safeguarding@sis.edu.in is used for reporting, and reports are reviewed by the Head of School and Executive Director. The policy guarantees confidentiality and non-retaliation for whistleblowers and requires timely investigation and appropriate action. It covers risk assessments, security and health safety measures, incident reporting and external agency referrals, with safeguarding reporting to the Executive Board.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The Meridian School operates across six campuses: Banjara Hills, Madhapur, Kukatpally, Uppal, Kompally, and Warangal. It has state-of-the-art infrastructure. The school offers CBSE, IBPYP, and the Cambridge curriculum. It emphasizes values, leadership and holistic development alongside academics.	Facilities overview Situated in a 60-acre campus on the outskirts of Hyderabad, Sreenidhi International School blends vegetation with low-lying buildings to create a serene learning environment. All classrooms enjoy ample natural light and space for student activities. The campus supports an inquiry-based and cutting-edge curriculum with a state-of-the-art library, language, science, arts, audio-visual and technology facilities. A spacious dining facility provides breakfast and lunch daily, with snacks during milk break and home time. The campus includes an amphitheatre, an organic farm for sustainability, and extensive sports facilities.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Cricket, Table Tennis, Chess, Taekwondo and Yoga are part of the school's sports program. The program emphasizes teamwork, physical fitness and leadership development. A broad range of activities is offered to match diverse student interests. Campus Life describes sports as a core aspect of student life.	Sports facilities The sports facilities include a cricket pitch and nets, football pitches, swimming pool, basketball, badminton, squash and tennis courts.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities IBPYP is offered at Madhapur for Nursery through Grade 5; Cambridge Curriculum is available at Madhapur; CBSE is offered from Grade 6 to 12. Banjara Hills provides CBSE from Nursery through Grade 5 with languages including English, Hindi and Telugu, and French taught from Grade 1 to 5; robotics begins from Grade 1. Kukatpally follows CBSE from Grade 1 to 10, with Hindi and Telugu from PP2 and a third language starting Grade 6. At Madhapur, languages include English, Hindi, Telugu and Spanish for Grades 1–5 with French from Grade 6 and Sanskrit accompanying Cambridge offerings; Cambridge Curriculum is on offer from the current academic year.	Academic facilities All classrooms enjoy ample natural light and space for activities. The school provides a state-of-the-art library and facilities for language, science, arts, audio-visual and technology to support an inquiry-based curriculum.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Clubs include Art Club, Cultural Club, Eco Club, TED-Ed Club, Interact Club, Health & Wellness Club, SSR Club and Literary Club. Model United Nations (MUN) is offered. Field trips expand learning beyond the classroom. Robotics is a hands-on program where students code and build robots. The sports program includes Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Cricket, Table Tennis, Chess, Taekwondo and Yoga.	Extra curricular facilities An outdoor amphitheatre hosts performances and celebrations, and an Organic Farm engages students in sustainability and hands-on learning.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Meridian School, Hyderabad was founded in 1995. It operates across multiple campuses in Banjara Hills, Madhapur, Kukatpally, Uppal, Kompally, and Warangal. The school is affiliated with CBSE, IB, and Cambridge, indicating a global orientation. It serves nursery through grade 12 and has a community of over 4,500 students, with alumni working in diverse fields worldwide. The Achiever Model guides its approach, emphasizing hands-on learning, internships, and leadership development to prepare students for future careers.	History Dr. Katikaneni Taher Mahhe is the Chairman of Sreenidhi Institute of Science & Technology and Sreenidhi International School. He established the Sreenidhi Institute of Science & Technology in 1997. He established a nursery-to-grade-12 school and adopted the IB curriculum to develop students' academic, social and emotional characteristics. This approach moulded Sreenidhi International School into one of the leading private schools in Hyderabad, today.
Community	Community Meridian's campus life centers on clubs, expeditions, internships, and global exchange opportunities, with student-led clubs spanning arts, culture, science, and service. The program includes a Model United Nations, field trips, robotics, and a broad sports offering that includes football, basketball, volleyball, cricket, and more. Clubs include Art Club, Cultural Club, Eco Club, TED-Ed Club, Interact Club, Health & Wellness Club, SSR Club, and Literary Club, among others, fostering creativity, collaboration and global awareness. Annual expeditions and internships, along with global exchanges, provide practical experiences that complement classroom learning.	Community Collaboration Programme between SIS and Katikaneni Mahipathi Rao Foundation (KMRF) engages SIS students in community service, including English skills work, art sessions, murals, and support for Aziznagar village schools. Students volunteer in village outreach, attending health camps and educational field trips, and receive transportation and meals during events. The SIS Student Council provides student voice and leadership, organizing activities, promoting academics, and serving as ambassadors at external events. The SIS Alumni Association (SISAA) keeps graduates connected and arranges alumni reunions.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Annual expeditions, internships, and global exchange opportunities broaden real-world learning. Model United Nations, TED-Ed, and the School Enterprise Challenge develop critical skills. Student leadership and community outreach initiatives foster confidence and social responsibility.	Academic & intellectual CAS is a mandatory component of the Diploma Programme and runs for about 18 months. It includes mural painting projects for the nearby school community, organizing and participating in sports teams, and weekly tutoring in English and Math for nearby government school children under supervision of the CAS Coordinator. The Diploma Programme core also includes Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge. Through CAS, students engage in Creativity, Activity and Service activities that complement the academic curriculum.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative KALANJALI Art Club awakens creativity and self-expression. Co-curricular platforms cover music, sculpture, pottery, dance, and crafts. Each student selects from a kaleidoscope of artistic activities.	Arts & creative Visual Art, Drama, Music and Dance are taught across PYP, MYP and DP. Visual Art facilities support clay work, painting, sculpture, printmaking, drawing and textiles, guided by passionate professionals. Drama and Music offer opportunities for live performances and broad artistic involvement. The Sreenidhi Photography Club (SPC) is a student association that fosters photography and visual storytelling.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language SANSKRITI fosters native cultural pride while welcoming global cultures. Culture is explored through music, dance, and drama. The club preserves and promotes our cultural heritage.	Cultural & language Model United Nations is hosted on campus, with MUN 2023 drawing almost 500 attendees. The Mother Tongue Program allows and encourages students to use their mother tongue to access the curriculum. Vox Populi is a debating club formed as part of SIS student life.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The SPARK SQUAD develops international leadership skills. The INTERACT CLUB promotes service, teamwork, and respect. The TRAILBLAZERS encourage heritage awareness and social uplift.	Social & hobbies After-school activities include Vox Populi debating club and a range of arts and performance groups. The Extended Time Zone program provides intensive coaching and competitive opportunities in tournaments. The school's calendar and events reflect frequent student-led activities and workshops.
Community & service	Community & service The TRAILBLAZERS Heritage + SSR Club trains students to protect heritage. It promotes ecological sustainability and volunteerism. Compassion and empathy guide community outreach.	Community & service CAS includes mural painting for the nearby school community and weekly tutoring in English and Math for nearby government school children, created under the supervision of the CAS Coordinator. Service learning is a core component of the Diploma Programme, focusing on responsibility and community engagement. Students design and implement lesson plans as part of CAS activities.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Student leadership initiatives foster responsibility and collaboration. Global opportunities and awards support future professional development. Public speaking and debate through MUN build confidence.	Leadership & professional The Student Council provides students with voice, choice, ownership and leadership opportunities. Leadership and career development are supported through a structured student life program that includes clubs, guest lectures and workshops.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Bagless days emphasize hands-on, experiential learning. AAYUSHMAN BHAVA Health and Wellness promotes EQ, nutrition, sanitation, and safety. Yoga and fitness support physical and mental wellbeing.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Sports Programme offers world-class coaching and facilities as part of the extracurricular offering. The Extended Time Zone program provides intensive coaching and equitable opportunities to participate in tournaments in India and beyond, including the IB PYP Network Sports Fest with activities such as basketball, chess, cricket, football, swimming, tennis and track and field. Student wellbeing is supported by a Student Support Team that includes the Dean of Students, English language support teachers, special education needs teachers and a school counsellor.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Banjara Hills starts Hindi and Telugu from PP2; from Grade 1 to 5 French is taught, and from Grade 6 students may choose Hindi or French as a second language with Telugu remaining compulsory. Madhapur offers English, Hindi and Telugu from PP2; Spanish is taught from Grades 1–5, and from Grade 6 French is introduced along with Sanskrit, with Cambridge Curriculum available. Kukatpally starts Hindi and Telugu from PP2, with a third language beginning in Grade 6. Languages taught across campuses include English, Hindi, Telugu, French, Spanish and Sanskrit.	Language provision Medium of instruction: English (all subjects). Inside the classroom: English, with home language support where needed. Outside the classroom: English, Hindi, Telugu or mother tongue. Languages offered at all levels: PYP – French, Spanish, Telugu and Hindi; MYP – French, Spanish, Telugu and Hindi; DP – French, Spanish and Hindi. Official communication: English. Language of communication in classroom: English with home language support. Language of communication outside the classroom: English, Hindi, Telugu or mother tongue. Home languages are encouraged and integrated into the learning process.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching English is the medium of instruction for all subjects, with home language support; additional languages offered are French, Spanish, Telugu and Hindi.
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Admissions	Admissions Admission policy: The Meridian School has an open and inclusive admission policy. It admits pupils irrespective of gender, race, disability, or special educational needs, provided there are good prospects of meeting their needs without unduly prejudicing the education and welfare of other pupils. Inclusion Education is promoted to ensure every child has the opportunity to flourish. The school maintains a low student‑teacher ratio across levels: 25:2 in Foundational years, 25:1 in Primary, and 30:1 in Middle & Secondary. Admission process: For Banjara Hills and Madhapur campuses, form fee and suitability test are Rs 2,000 each; admission is Rs 30,000 and enrolment Rs 5,000. For Kukatpally campus, form fee is Rs 2,000; admission Rs 25,000; enrolment Rs 5,000. The remainder of the process includes a PRE‑guided counselling session, a school tour, and an interaction with the Principal or Vice Principal. Books, stationery and two meals are included in the fee. Uniform and transport costs vary by distance; transport costs start around Rs 52,800 and can go up to Rs 88,800, payable in six monthly installments. A sibling discount of Rs 10,000 is available where applicable. Documents: Birth Certificate; Transfer Certificate; Bonafide Certificate; Aadhaar cards for child and parents; passport-sized photographs; medical records if applicable. Age criteria: Toddlers 2+, Nursery 3+, PPI 4+, PPII 5+, Grade 1-6+. Language policy and curriculum: Language policy: A second language is introduced from Grade PPII; options include Hindi and Telugu through Grade V. From Grade VI onward, students can choose French, Sanskrit, or Urdu (availability depends on branch). International languages Spanish and French are offered as foreign language options at Madhapur and Banjara Hills branches. Curriculum: CBSE is offered from Grades 6-12 at Banjara Hills and Madhapur; Nursery to Grade 10 at Kukatpally. IB is offered Nursery to Grade 5 at Banjara Hills and Madhapur. Cambridge Curriculum is newly introduced and is offered from Nursery to Grade 7, with plans to extend to Grade 10 in coming years. Timings and transport: Regular school hours are 7:50 AM to 2:45 PM at Banjara Hills; 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Madhapur; 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM at Kukatpally. For Nursery to Grade 5, all Saturdays are holidays. For Grades 6 to 12, 2nd and 3rd Saturdays are holidays; 1st and 4th Saturdays are working days. The school operates GPS‑tracked buses with trained drivers and attendants; transport fees depend on distance. Mess policy and uniform: The school provides meals designed by a nutritionist with fresh fruits, vegetables, grains and proteins, along with purified RO water. There is no additional fee for food services. Uniforms are procured by parents; specific day‑to‑day uniforms are defined by policy. Discipline and facilities: The school adheres to a code of conduct with emphasis on respect, integrity, responsibility and empathy; punctuality and attendance are emphasized, and there is zero tolerance for bullying. Facilities include modern infrastructure, low student‑teacher ratios, digital boards, robotics and STEM labs, reading programs (RazPlus), life skills program by Mystic Land, and an art program (Indifame). The school is accredited to offer CBSE, IB, and Cambridge boards. Extracurriculars and university guidance: Extracurricular activities include leadership opportunities such as MUN and TEDx Talks. A full‑time career guidance team supports university admissions and career planning, and the school maintains university collaborations and testing registrations (College Board). International exposure and subjects: Meridian offers international exchange programs with trips to France and other destinations; in Grades 11 and 12, streams include MPC, BiPC, MBiPC, MEC, CEIC, and HEC with core and optional subjects available across streams.	Admissions 1) Initial inquiry and campus introduction. Parents seeking admission meet with an admissions counselor in the Reception area to discuss expectations and any circumstances to be considered. They complete the enquiry sheet and pay Rs 2,250 as the Registration Fee. An Admissions counselor or Student Council Ambassador tours the campus, explaining 'A Day in the Life of a Sreenidhi Student' and answering questions about the IB education and learning at Sreenidhi. On returning to Reception, parents meet with academic or sports staff to address queries. 2) Admissions pack and entrance tests. An Admission Pack is issued to parents, including the Admissions form, Health form, Parent Consent form, and Undertaking form. Applicants seeking entry to MYP4 to DP2/CP will write the English and Math Entrance Test (2 hours). Parents and guardians are encouraged to complete the forms to the best of their ability. 3) Documents required at admission. Two passport-size photographs and a Birth Certificate (notarized translation if not in English) are required. Two years of Academic records are required for applicants seeking entry to PYP2 onwards, along with the Original Transfer Certificate and a Bonafide/Conduct Certificate. Photographs and photo ID proof of parent identities and nationalities (self-attested) are required; for Foreign Nationals, a self-attested copy of passports for both parents and child must be submitted. Originals should be submitted for verification and return. 4) Cancellation of Admission. The management reserves the right to deregister a student for reasons including non-submission of documents by the deadline, unacceptable behaviour or conduct not disclosed at application, absence without sanctioned leave for more than 30 days, nonpayment of fees, or information furnished by the parent/guardian that later proves to be false.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Sports Scholarships are offered to exceptional student-athletes who participate with consistency at State, National or International Level. These scholarships are reviewed on a yearly basis depending on the progress and performances of each individual athlete at State, National and International Level.
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