Sharanya Narayani International School vs Stonehill International School

	S Sharanya Narayani International School Bengaluru, India	S Stonehill International School Bengaluru, India
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₹1,600,000	Fees / year ₹1,394,756 - 2,024,271
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 650
Typical class size	Typical class size 24	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2008
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school is located in Bengaluru (Bangalore), Karnataka, India. Address: #232/1, Thoranahalli, Byranahalli Post, Near Hoskote, Bangalore 563130. The campus covers about 60 acres and is described as a green sanctuary outside the city. It is about 30–35 minutes from Whitefield and about 45 minutes from Bangalore International Airport.	Location 259 / 333 / 334 / 335 Tarahunise Post, Jala Hobli, Bangalore North 562 157, India
Stages	Stages K-12	Stages Ages 3-18; Primary Years Programme (Nursery to Grade 5); Middle Years Programme (Grade 6-10); Diploma Programme (Grade 11-12); Career-related Programme (Grade 11-12)
School type	School type co-educational day, weekly (5-day) and regular boarding school	School type Day and boarding international school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Students come from over 15 nationalities.	Pupil nationality mix Students from more than 35 countries; teachers from over 15 countries
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Student Support Services provides additional support to students who may need special assistance (SEN).	Additional learning support Learning Support; English as an Additional Language (EAL); Counselling
Country affiliation	Country affiliation India	Country affiliation India
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure 5-day school week; day program with optional boarding (weekly and regular boarding).	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details School owned AC buses are provided; transportation is available within a 50 km radius; buses are GPS-tracked and CCTV-enabled; drop-off/pick-up planned to be near students' homes.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - An application fee is required at the time of application. Tuition fees by year group - A comprehensive tuition schedule broken down by year group or term is not published as a general fee table. The school publishes program-specific fees; the following program fee is stated explicitly: - Golf Excellence Program (IB MYP pathway, Grades 6–8): INR 16,00,000 p/a. This program fee is charged per annum. - The Golf Excellence Program fee explicitly lists the following inclusions: tuition fee; notebooks and textbooks; school uniform kit; lab and learning resources; co-curricular activities; 420+ hours of multi-sports activity; boarding fee at SNIS for Grades 6–8; food charges at SNIS and at the partner academy; and transport charges between the academy and the school. Billing schedule and payment terms - Admission offers must be secured by payment of school fees within the prescribed deadline set by the school at the time of offer. Specific term-by-term billing schedules and detailed payment terms are not published as a general fee table. Boarding fees (where applicable) - Boarding options offered: regular (full-term) boarding and weekly boarding (stay on campus Monday–Friday, return home at weekends). A/C rooms are available on request; separate hostel blocks are provided for boys and girls. Specific boarding fee amounts are not published as a standalone schedule. - For the Golf Excellence Program (Grades 6–8), the program fee includes the boarding fee at SNIS as part of the INR 16,00,000 p/a package. Other costs and fees - Program-specific exclusions and additional costs cited for the Golf Excellence Program include: a refundable security deposit of INR 40,000; field trips that include outstation and overnight stays; external workshops and competitions; school sports team jerseys; Grade 10 and Grade 12 final examination fees (if applicable); tournament travel outside the academy; and golf equipment, accessories and golf/fitness clothing. These items are billed separately where applicable. - The Golf Excellence Program fee explicitly includes a school uniform kit; general uniform charges for day scholars or for other grades are not published as a general fee line item. Refund information - A refundable security deposit amount is specified for the Golf Excellence Program: INR 40,000 (listed as an exclusion to the program fee and described as refundable). No additional detailed refund policy or broader fee-refund schedule is published as a general fee table. Fee payment options - No public list of accepted payment methods (for example: credit card, debit card, net banking, bank transfer, UPI) is published as a general statement. Contact details for admissions and accounts enquiries are provided for fee-payment arrangements and clarifications. Summary (concise) - Application fee: required (amount not specified). - Published tuition/program fee example: Golf Excellence Program (Grades 6–8) — INR 16,00,000 p/a (includes tuition, boarding for Grades 6–8, uniforms, books, labs, many co-curricular inclusions). - Refundable security deposit (program-specific): INR 40,000. - Boarding: weekly and regular boarding available; no standalone published boarding fee schedule. - Billing and payment specifics: fees must be paid within the prescribed deadline to secure an offered seat; detailed term/termly breakdowns and payment-method lists are not published as a general fee schedule.	Fee details Application fee - A non‑refundable application fee of USD 150 (per child) is required to process admission applications. One‑time / admission charges - A one‑time admission/registration charge is commonly reported in the market at approximately INR 190,000. - A one‑time security / deposit amount is commonly reported in the market at approximately INR 400,000. Annual tuition – fees by year group (annual totals in INR) - Nursery / Kindergarten (UKG): INR 1,394,756 (annual total reported). - Grade 1–2: INR 1,394,756 (annual total reported). - Grade 3–5: INR 1,903,211 (annual total reported). - Grade 6–7: INR 1,927,423 (annual total reported). - Grade 8–12: INR 2,024,271 (annual total reported for each grade in this band). Approximate per‑term amounts (equal split approximation) - Where annual amounts are required to be shown per term, divide the annual figure into three equal terms (school year runs August–June). Example: Grade 8–12 annual INR 2,024,271 ≈ INR 674,757 per term (annual ÷ 3). The academic session is reported as August to June. Boarding fees - Full‑time boarding is commonly reported at approximately INR 1,500,000 per year (annual full‑boarding figure reported by market sources). - Weekly boarding options are offered; published market summaries place overall boarding‑inclusive annual charges in the same general range as full boarding depending on grade and plan. Other recurring or ancillary costs parents should budget for - Development / capital contribution or development fee in the range of ~INR 190,000 (reported as a typical one‑time admission/entry charge). - Meal plans / cafeteria charges, activity and trip charges, transport (bus) fees, uniforms, textbooks and learning resources, elective/extracurricular programme fees and examination fees are additional to the tuition totals and are routinely listed as separate line items in the overall cost package. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school operates on an academic session that runs August to June and publishes a parent portal for fee payment. Fees are shown in market summaries as annual totals; many families pay via the school's billing schedule (annual or instalment options reported). Exact instalment dates and late‑payment terms are set by the school's finance office and shown on the school billing statements. Refund information - The application fee is non‑refundable. A security deposit is commonly reported as a one‑time charge; market listings identify it as a deposit (industry practice for schools is to treat that amount as a refundable deposit subject to the school's refund policy). Specific refund conditions, timelines and any deductions for unpaid dues or damage are managed under the school's finance/refund policy. Fee payment options - The school provides a Parent Portal with an online "pay fees" facility for electronic payments. The application fee is collected in USD during the application stage. Other commonly accepted methods reported across schools of this type include online payments via the parent portal and bank/billing transactions processed through the school's finance office; exact acceptable payment instruments (credit card, bank transfer/NEFT/RTGS, cheque etc.) are implemented through the parent portal and the school's billing system. Notes for budgeting purposes - Published market summaries and school‑listing services report annual tuition ranges for Stonehill that vary by grade and by boarding/day status; typical reported annual totals fall broadly in the INR 1.4 million to INR 2.1 million range depending on year group and boarding. If your database requires the fee lines in a different currency or with alternate rounding, the figures above are reported in Indian rupees (INR) as presented in current market fee summaries.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements SNIS is a co-educational K-12 day, weekly (5-day), and regular boarding school in Bangalore with safe and secure residential facilities for students. Boarding blocks are separate for boys and girls; each room houses three students and has an en-suite bathroom. There is an on-site infirmary with a full-time nurse and a doctor on call, and a dining hall with well-balanced meals prepared on campus.	Boarding arrangements The school offers Full-time Boarding (seven days a week) and Weekly Boarding (five days a week). The boarding houses feature twin and quad sharing rooms, a common lounge and a study room. The houses are supported by the cafeteria, a fitness centre and a 24 hour medical centre. Experienced House Parents, tutors and service staff take care of children and their individual needs.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Day scholars and boarders are served well-balanced, nutritious vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals cooked in separate kitchens. The menu is planned by expert dieticians and includes Indian and International cuisines; fruits and vegetables are grown in-house in the organic garden and orchard, with purified water used at all times.	Food options The cafeteria serves freshly prepared nutritious meals with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. After school hours and in between meals, boarders can make light snacks in their common rooms.
House system	House system SNIS uses an inter-house system with inter-house competitions, including dance and swimming.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership SNIS is promoted and managed by a non-profit charitable Trust – Narayani Group of Educational Institutions.	Governance and ownership Stonehill is a not-for-profit school governed by a five-member Governing Council. The Governing Council acts under the delegated authority of the Board of Stonehill Education Foundation. Registered name: Stonehill Education Foundation. An Embassy Group Education Initiative.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details IB PYP (Nursery Grade 5), IB MYP (Grade 6), IBDP (Grade 11).	Curriculum details Stonehill exclusively offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum for ages 3-18. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) runs Nursery to Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) runs Grade 6 to 10, the Diploma Programme (DP) runs Grade 11 to 12, and the Career-related Programme (IBCP) runs Grade 11 to 12. The Diploma Programme is a two-year programme for 16-19-year-olds, with a DP core (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, Creativity, Activity and Service) and six subject groups, and a strong focus on university preparation. Language options include Hindi, Spanish and Mandarin at the PYP level, with French added in the MYP and DP levels. The school holds IB World School accreditation and is further accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and other bodies.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Class size is capped at 24 students; Nursery Grade 5 have two teachers per class; Senior School student0teacher ratio ranges from 24:1 to 5:1.	Student teacher ratio Average class size 16-18 students; student-teacher ratio 8:1.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results IB Results 2025: 64 Grade 12 students; five students scored above 40 points; 25% of the cohort scored 35 points or more. University placements for the Class of 2025 include offers from universities in 18 countries, with 39 offers from top-50 institutions such as UC London, University of Warwick, University of Manchester, University of St Andrews, Kings College London, University of California, University of British Columbia, and Berklee College of Music, among others.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression IB Diploma Programme graduates are recognized by Indian and international universities; graduates are eligible to sit government exams such as UPSC, NDA, CDS, IIT/IIM, NEET, CET and JEE.	Higher education progression Stonehill graduates have been accepted to universities around the world, recent ones including Stanford University, London School of Economics (LSE), Dartmouth College, University of Cambridge, Parsons School of Design, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), New York University (NYU), Sarah Lawrence College, University of Southern California (USC), MIT Boston, University of British Columbia (UBC), LaSalle School of Arts, City University of Hong Kong, Essec University, Erasmus University, University of Sydney, Newcastle University, Ashoka University, Flame University and many more.
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 a multi-cultural, caring environment that supports students' social and emotional growth. The thinking school philosophy focuses on teaching students how to think and analyze rather than what to think. Extracurricular programs such as MUN and TED X foster collaboration, communication, and leadership, contributing to holistic development. The SNIS community emphasizes partnership with parents to support student learning and social growth.	Social & emotional learning SEL is a cornerstone of Stonehill, especially within the IB program. Primary School uses Personal, Social Education (PSE) to build resilience, a strong sense of self, healthy relationships, and well‑being, with four key areas: Wellness, Growth and Development, Managing Self, and Managing Relationships. The Primary School Counsellor leads targeted PSE lessons as part of the PSE program. Well‑being is woven throughout the entire PYP curriculum. In Secondary School, the Personal and Social Development (PSD) programme develops self‑awareness, self‑management, social awareness, emotional health, child protection, sex education, and career planning; external speakers and parent workshops deepen understanding and support.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Our Student Support Services provides additional help for students with special educational needs. The school acknowledges diverse learning needs and provides support appropriate to each student's needs. This approach aims to ensure all students can access and engage with the curriculum.	Special educational needs (SEN) The Student Support Services in Primary School consist of Learning Support, English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Counselling. Learning Support and EAL teachers cover two grades from P3 to P8 (Grades 1–5), with the Head of Student Support Services supporting the full‑immersion early years. Co‑teaching plays a considerable role to ensure the team supports the individual needs of the learners. EAL is assessed with the World‑Class Instructional Design and Assessment (WIDA) scale, a tailored learning program is delivered, and, once bridging is achieved, learners exit the programme to study Hindi, Spanish or Mandarin. Counselling is transdisciplinary and linked to units of inquiry; sexuality education supports child protection and Kelso skills are developed to support learners' well‑being.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language ESL Camp supports English language learners at SNIS. The program is featured on the ESL Camp page, indicating SNIS' commitment to language development for non-native English speakers.	English as an additional language Primary EAL uses the World‑Class Instructional Design and Assessment (WIDA) scale to assess learners and delivers a tailored program in scheduled lessons. When students reach the bridging level, they exit EAL and may study Hindi, Spanish or Mandarin. In Secondary, English B language acquisition support is provided across speaking, listening, reading and writing, with Primary EAL entering Secondary in Language Acquisition‑English lessons aligned to IB MYP Group 2; extra weekly lessons may replace standard English lessons, and after exit criteria are met, students join English Language and Literature plus Language Acquisition in other languages for the remainder of the MYP.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Classrooms are designed to promote student health and well-being. There is a well-equipped infirmary with two nurses and a doctor on call to attend to illnesses. SNIS has partnerships with MVJ and Manipal Hospital for emergency care. Orientations and seminars on health and hygiene topics are conducted.	Mental wellbeing Counselling is a transdisciplinary practice integrated with IB units of inquiry and includes sexuality education to support child protection. Kelso skills are developed to support teachers and learners. The Secondary School Counselling Team provides one‑to‑one or small group sessions addressing coping with changes, transition, self‑esteem, friendships, study skills, stress management and other concerns. The PSD curriculum in Secondary focuses on emotional health and social skills to promote a healthy, balanced life.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding SNIS has a zero tolerance policy toward safety shortcomings. CCTV surveillance monitors the campus around the clock, and trained security guards are placed across the campus. All staff are recruited after a three‑stage verification and reference check. The school conducts regular fire and emergency drills and maintains strict safety protocols, including a protected campus perimeter. Buses are equipped with GPS, CCTV, and speed governors, and a female attendant is present on all buses. Students may leave the premises only with an Out Pass or authorized personnel, and entry to buildings is controlled with staff IDs and biometric checks. The school has infirmary facilities and a doctor on-call, with hospital partnerships for emergencies.	Safeguarding Stonehill is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The school will reserve the right to conduct background screening, and will do so periodically for employees. It aligns with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school sits on a 60-acre green campus. The campus has over 2000 trees. The campus is eco-friendly with solar power for the campus and the Academic block, rainwater harvesting, and an on-site sewage treatment plant. An organic garden and orchard on campus supply fresh produce for meals. Boarding facilities are available on campus with dedicated housing and care.	Facilities overview Spread over 34 acres, the campus is purpose-built, safe and highly conducive to learning. It is an International Baccalaureate World School accredited by CIS/NEASC and the Australian Boarding Schools Association. The campus features a state-of-the-art environment with extensive sports fields and facilities, including a STEM building, an exclusive Arts Centre, three boarding houses, a multipurpose sports hall, a swimming pool, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts and an astro turf football field. The school is adjacent to Embassy International Riding School and the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence, providing access to world-class facilities beyond the campus. It operates as a day and boarding school with on-site dining, healthcare and weekend activities, and hosts a diverse student body drawn from more than 35 countries.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities SNIS offers extensive outdoor and indoor sports facilities. Outdoor facilities include a cricket ground with a batting cage, two full-size lawn tennis courts, a sand volleyball court, a half Olympic-size swimming pool with a kiddie pool, and a full-size basketball court. Indoor facilities accommodate two badminton courts, table tennis, archery, carom, chess and other board games. Tennis, basketball, and badminton courts are professional-size with 12-layer imported synthetic turf. All sports facilities are grouped together on one side of the boarding and academic blocks for easy access.	Sports facilities State-of-the-art sports infrastructure includes a multipurpose sports hall, a swimming pool, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts and an astro turf football field. The Padukone Dravid Centre For Sports Excellence (CSE) is Stonehill's next-door neighbour, offering world-class facilities and enabling after-school training and hosting visiting teams. Stonehill is a founding member of BAASC and ISACI, with teams competing in athletics, basketball, cricket, football, swimming and volleyball.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Classrooms are spacious with ample natural lighting and cross-ventilation, and learning utilizes laptops, smart boards, white boards and projectors; class size is limited to 24 students, with outdoor classrooms for outbound learning. The Computer Lab is equipped with desktops, laptops, iPads and high-speed internet, and there is a campus-wide secure Wi-Fi network and a digital library. The Science Lab includes a General Science Lab for primary and middle school and specialized Physics, Chemistry and Biology labs for higher levels, all equipped with modern instruments. The curriculum includes ESL Camp, Creative Arts, Computer Lab, Robotics and Science Lab. The school offers the International Baccalaureate curriculum (PYP, MYP, DP).	Academic facilities Stonehill provides a dedicated STEM building for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. An exclusive Arts Centre houses dedicated spaces for Visual Arts, Drama and Music. The Primary School Maker Space fosters hands-on exploration in robotics, science and design thinking, while the Secondary School Design Technology Labs sit within the STEM Block for advanced coding, electronics and collaborative science. The learning environment is enhanced by technology with a 1:1 Apple Device Program; iPads for the PYP and MacBooks for the MYP/DP/CP, along with Google for Education and Toddle/ManageBac as learning management systems.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities After-school sports and other co-curricular activities such as art, music, and dance are offered. Yoga and meditation sessions are included. Academic support from on-campus teachers is available. Student counselling for physical, emotional, and psychological well-being is provided. Outings once a month include educational trips and experiences.	Extra curricular facilities ASA Programme provides four categories of after-school engagements: Technology (coding, Maker Club, Robotics), Arts (Creative Writing, Dance, Drama), Sports (Football, Horse Riding, Taekwondo) and Service. Embassy International Riding School adjacent to the campus offers riding lessons and Pony Club activities as extracurricular options. Boarders can choose from all extracurricular activities with a minimum attendance of at least two days per week.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History SNIS is a co-educational K-12 day, five-day week, and regular boarding school in Bangalore promoted and managed by the Narayani Group of Educational Institutions, a non-profit charitable Trust. The School and the Trust are named after Late Mrs. Narayani Abbaiah Reddy, the family matriarch who championed education. She believed education could empower anyone, especially girls; the school carries the name of her granddaughter Sharanya as a tribute to her grandmother's vision. The campus spans 60 acres and SNIS offers IB PYP, IB MYP, and IBDP. SNIS follows a Thinking School philosophy that teaches students how to think and fosters collaboration with peers from around the world; it provides residential facilities for boarders.	History Founded in 2008, Stonehill International School is part of Embassy Education, the education vertical of the Embassy Group. The ground breaking and pooja were held in September 2007, and the Administration Block began construction in April 2008; the school opened its doors to eighteen students on 8 September 2008. IB authorisations followed: Diploma Programme in 2010, Primary Years Programme in 2011, and Middle Years Programme in 2012. A boarding programme was launched in August 2014, with the Multipurpose Hall inaugurated in October 2018 and the Arts Centre and STEM Block in November 2019. The New Library Building opened in September 2022, IB Career-related Programme authorisation was achieved in 2024, and the New High-school Block opened in August 2025.
Community	Community SNIS hosts Meraki, the school's cultural festival, showcasing dance, music, fashion, technology, and more. Meraki is led by students as a school-wide initiative, with events including Dance Mania, Tech Champs, Comic Strip, The Tale Tellers, Palette of Imagination, Bull vs Bear, Music Mania, and a Fashion Show. The festival fosters collaboration and creative expression among students from diverse backgrounds.	Community Stonehill has a diverse community of learners in Bangalore with students from more than thirty five countries and teachers from over fifteen. The school encourages open channels of communication to help students and their families adapt to their surroundings, and provides ample opportunities for families to get involved and form support groups. The academic year is dotted with formal get-togethers on campus and service-oriented projects which involve meaningful participation with local communities.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association The Stonehill PTA is a voluntary association of parents formed with the aim of developing a closer connection between school and home by encouraging parent involvement. The association welcomes new families and promotes a positive community spirit in the School, supporting the educational experience of all students. Big events they host include the Back to School Barbeque, Diwali Mela, and the International Food Fair (IFF). The Stonehill PTA aligns its activities with the IB Learner Profile, and supports charities through a holistic approach, including the Government School adopted by Stonehill and service learning projects. The PTA also provides resources such as the Stonehill New Family Guide in English and Korean.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual SNIS offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and IB Diploma Programme (IB DP). The school emphasizes thinking skills through a 'Thinking School' philosophy that focuses on teaching students how to think. The PYP provides a transdisciplinary, inquiry-based framework with six themes and learner agency. The MYP comprises eight subject groups and includes a Personal Project and Service as Action; the DP core includes Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay (EE) and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS).	Academic & intellectual Stonehill runs the Stonehill Science Bowl, founded in 2018 by Grade 11 science students. It has grown into a signature academic event with both on-campus and international online formats for Senior and Middle School participants. The competition covers Earth Sciences, Chemistry, Physics and Biology. Stonehill also hosts Technofest, a two-day inter-school competition celebrating coding, making, and racing with events such as Hackathon, Makeathon, and Formula RC car racing.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Creative Arts includes Music (vocal, instrumental, and string), Indian and Western Dance, Drama/Theatre, Drawing, Painting, and Craft. Art Studio, Music, Dance and Drama facilities support arts education on campus. Arts participation is integrated with SNIS's holistic development, supported by dedicated arts programming.	Arts & creative The Arts form a core part of the IB curriculum at Stonehill. The Arts Centre provides dedicated spaces for Visual Arts, Drama and Music, and learners present and curate through class, grade, and school-wide opportunities. Performances include poetry slams, art exhibitions, dramatic productions, a talent show, choirs and classroom singing. Stonehill supports Visual Arts and Performing Arts in the Diploma Programme, where students can study Theatre and Visual Arts.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The PYP foundation emphasizes honoring home culture and language, and SNIS is authorized to offer the PYP. In MYP, Kannada language, Music and Dance are among the subject offerings for Grades 9–10. SNIS also supports Model United Nations as part of its academic programs.	Cultural & language Stonehill hosts Model United Nations; the Stonehill students organized the first Stonehill International School Model United Nations (SISMUN), with 70 external students from 6 schools taking part. The IB framework emphasizes multilingualism, with the Middle Years Programme offering two language courses: Language & Literature and Language Acquisition. The school also celebrates culture through events such as Lit Fest and the International Food Fair.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies SNIS offers clubs such as Model United Nations (MUN), Reading and Debate Club, STEAM Club, Fitness Club and Home Science Club. Clubs provide opportunities for students to pursue interests and develop teamwork and leadership skills. Sports and athletic activities are an integral part of the co-curricular life on campus.	Social & hobbies Stonehill's After School Activities (ASA) are grouped into four categories: Technology (Coding, Maker Club, Robotics), Arts (Creative Writing, Dance, Drama), Sports (Football, Horse Riding, Taekwondo) and Service. These ASAs involve both student-led clubs and external providers to broaden engagement. The Embassy International Riding School next door offers riding lessons and Pony Club activities as additional after-school options.
Community & service	Community & service Run For Care is SNIS's charity event in partnership with Bangalore Hospice Trust Karunashraya to raise funds for cancer patients. The school's boarding and after-school programs incorporate pastoral support and opportunities for community service and outreach. Students engage in various service activities as part of school life.	Community & service The Service programme is called Stonehill in Action (SIA) and is integrated across the MYP and DP curricula, aligned with the United Nations sustainable development goals. Primary learners showcase action through posters, presentations or community projects, while secondary students undertake service within MYP and CAS and initiate individual projects. Examples of completed SIA projects include community education, murals and local partnerships for social good.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional SNIS provides College Counselling & University Placements to help students apply to Indian and global universities. BridgeU is used as a college guidance platform, and SNIS is a SAT Test Centre and UCAS Centre. The school organizes university fairs to connect students with higher education opportunities.	Leadership & professional Stonehill recognizes leadership through programs such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award Gold. The school also hosts leadership- and entrepreneurship-related experiences, including investor panels and trade fairs on campus. The IB Career-related Programme emphasizes internships, internships and hands-on experiences, plus service learning and development of Personal and Professional Skills.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing SNIS sits on a 60-acre green campus with residential facilities for boys and girls. Facilities include a half-Olympic size swimming pool, tennis courts, cricket and football fields, an athletics track and indoor sports spaces. Boarding life features separate houses for boys and girls, weekly and regular boarding, 24/7 infirmary, and a temple/meditation/prayer hall, with supervision by dorm parents and staff. Morning and evening sports are part of the daily routine.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Stonehill participates in BAASC, a Bangalore-area inter-school conference offering athletics, basketball, cricket, football, swimming and volleyball; high school teams even travel to Phuket for the BISP Soccer 7s tournament. The Padukone Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence next door provides access to world-class facilities for Stonehill students and visiting teams. The Embassy International Riding School adjacent to campus offers riding lessons and Pony Club activities as part of after-school options.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction. Additional languages offered include French, Hindi and Kannada.	Language provision Hindi, Spanish and Mandarin are taught at the PYP level. French is added in the MYP and DP levels. In Secondary, English B language acquisition is provided and, after exit criteria, students study Language and Literature English and Language Acquisition in Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi and French for the remainder of the MYP. EAL support is available for non-native English speakers from Grade 1 to Grade 10.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching Three students were awarded Bilingual Diplomas in Japanese and Korean in the Diploma Programme. The Diploma Programme (Grades 11-12) includes a bilingual diploma pathway. This demonstrates that there is formal bilingual recognition for Japanese and Korean within the IB Diploma Programme.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs Full-immersion P1/P2 (Nursery and LKG) classes receive support from the Head of Student Support Services. The Primary School EAL program supports non-native English speakers from Grade 1 to Grade 10. After meeting exit criteria, students may study additional languages including Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi and French in the MYP and DP language acquisition.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards Education World ranking among top 10 International Day and Boarding Schools in India, 2022-23	Awards null
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations International Baccalaureate (IB); Council of International Schools (CIS); New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC); Australian Boarding Schools Association (ABSA); East Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS).
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Step 1. Submit an inquiry through the online form or visit the campus to begin the application. The online form can be accessed via the SNIS website, and applicants may also start filling out the application form. The Admissions Team will contact you within 24 hours to learn more about your child. Admissions are available throughout the year based on seat availability.	Admissions Online Enrollment Form must be completed to apply. Enrollment Part-2 is completed by the current school. Supporting documents include report cards for the last two years, copy of passport or birth certificate (OCI/PIO if applicable), vaccination record. A non-refundable Application Fee of US$150 per child is required to process the application. Additional documents may be requested based on the application form and submitted documents. Eligibility: All students are eligible for admission if Stonehill can provide an educational program that meets their needs; there is a limited capacity for learning support for mild disabilities. English Language Learners: students whose native language is not English may be required to take reading and writing language assessments during enrollment and on entry. Grade placement: children are placed according to age; in the Middle Years and High School, exceptions may be made based on educational history; assessment uses age, prior educational record, admission tests, and classroom observation; the Admissions Committee's decision is communicated via email.
Scholarships	Scholarships SNIS Outstanding Achievement Scholarships are awarded to new IB DP Grade 11 and 12 applicants who demonstrate outstanding academic aptitude, leadership and artistic or athletic excellence. Up to 50% of tuition fees may be awarded; eight scholarships are offered each year. One recipient receives 50% and the remaining awards range from 35% to 25% of tuition, with scholarships covering tuition fees only (books, kit, exam fees, trips and boarding are excluded). Scholarships are awarded by the Scholarship Committee and are reviewed each semester; renewal for the second year depends on performance and conduct and the right to withdraw a scholarship exists if standards are not met. Eligibility includes a minimum 85% in Grades 9 and 10 for Grade 11, with further details determined by SNIS. Key dates: Scholarship Application Deadline is May 15; Scholarship Assessment occurs on the last Saturday of May and the first Saturday of June. How to apply: download and complete the application form and send it with required documents to scholarships@snis.edu.in; include a clear email subject line “Scholarship Application for IB DP”; documents include a passport photograph, birth certificate, and Grade 9 final and Grade 10 reports; for questions, contact Ms Gayathri, Admissions Manager.	Scholarships Academic and Sports Scholarship Programme aims to foster excellence in academics and sports. The Stonehill Advantage includes tailored guidance for college applications from grade 9 onwards; graduates of 2025 class gained admissions across 24 nations; students meet over 200 global universities each year; universities include Stanford University, MIT, London School of Economics, University of Cambridge, Dartmouth College, New York University, University of British Columbia, UCLA. Academic scholarships are awarded at Grade 9 (M4), Grade 10 (M5), and Grade 11 (D1); Sports scholarships are awarded at Grade 8 (M3), Grade 9 (M4), and Grade 10 (M5). Scholarships can include a tuition fee concession and a 50% boarding concession; Honorary Scholarships have no tuition or boarding concession. Scholarships are determined in open competition at a fixed level set by the school and are non-negotiable; Scholarships are made at the discretion of the Head of School; the number of scholarships can vary year to year; Sport focused scholarships require excellence in both sport and character and participation in leadership roles for Stonehill sport teams, with athletic ability demonstrated through sport-specific assessment on the Scholarship Assessment Day. All scholarships are reviewed quarterly to ensure attainment and commitment; scholarships may be withdrawn if standards are not maintained. A Stonehill Scholarship targets top scholars and scholar-athletes. Last date to apply: 9 November 2025. For clarifications, email admissions@stonehill.in.
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