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Delhi and the wider National Capital Region (NCR) hosts a mixed ecosystem of international and international-style schools: many run International Baccalaureate and Cambridge/IGCSE programmes or adaptations of the British and American systems, while a number of private campuses offer international streams alongside Indian boards such as CBSE or ICSE. English is the usual language of instruction, with Hindi taught as a compulsory or second language and French, German, Spanish and Mandarin commonly available as additional languages; a small number of schools follow French or German national systems and operate bilingually. Annual tuition varies widely - parents can expect everything from lower-fee private schools to mid-tier international programmes (often in the several-lakh range per year) and premium campuses nearer the higher end of the market, with extra charges for transport, development fees and activities. Admissions typically require early planning, with age-appropriate assessments or interviews for older children, and relocating families should factor commute times across Delhi, Gurgaon and Noida as well as visa/documentation requirements for foreign nationals when they shortlist schools.
What international curricula are offered in Delhi schools?
Families will commonly find the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Cambridge IGCSE/Cambridge Assessment programmes across Delhi’s international schools, plus adaptations of the National Curriculum of England and some American-style programmes. Several campuses combine an international syllabus with an Indian board (CBSE or ICSE), and there are a few specialised schools that follow French or German national systems rather than an international curriculum.
How much does international schooling in Delhi usually cost?
Fees vary a great deal depending on curriculum, campus and location: published guides and school fee schedules put mid-tier international programmes in the several-lakh rupee range per year, while premium international campuses commonly charge nearer the higher end of the market (often materially more when development, registration and activity fees are included). Expect additional recurring costs for transport, school uniforms, extra-curricular activities and examination/registration fees, and check each school’s payment schedule and one-off capital or admission charges.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process look like?
Start your school search early - many schools open enquiries and accept applications well before the academic year and popular year groups often have waiting lists. Admissions normally involve submission of previous reports and paperwork, an age-appropriate assessment or diagnostic tests for placement, and an interview or meeting with the family; some schools operate rolling admissions for mid-year entry. Ask each school about timelines, required documents and whether they offer provisional or deferred entry for relocating children.
What languages are taught and is support available for non-English speakers?
English is the primary medium of instruction in almost all international schools in Delhi, with Hindi typically included in the curriculum as a compulsory or second language and modern languages such as French, German, Spanish and Mandarin offered at many campuses. A number of schools provide EAL/EFL (English as an Additional/Foreign Language) support or staged entry programmes for children who need extra language help, while genuinely bilingual French or German schools remain a small, specialised group. Check how many weekly hours are given to each language and whether language support is included or charged separately.
Do foreign nationals need a visa or special documents for school in India?
Families with non-Indian passports should confirm visa requirements with the relevant Indian mission and with the school: foreign minors may be admitted under a ‘foreign student’ category and schools commonly ask for passport and visa documentation on application. Long-term residency options such as Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status change the position, and some visa categories or dependent visas are handled differently under government rules, so verify the precise visa and registration obligations (including FRRO/ FRO registration where applicable) before finalising enrolment.
