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International Curriculum International Schools in India

Compare 7 International Curriculum international schools in India. Filter by curriculum, fees (average INR 348,430), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
7
Curricula
12
Average annual fee
INR 348,430
Fee range
INR 111,900 – 700,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Cambridge IGCSE (5 schools)
Average school size
1,444 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Heritage International Xperiential School
Oldest
Utpal Shanghvi Global School (1980)
About international schools in India

International-curriculum schools in India are concentrated in major cities and offer programmes designed for internationally mobile families, most commonly the International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge IGCSE/A-Levels and a smaller number of American-style or Advanced Placement tracks; many schools also operate dual registrations with Indian boards. English is the primary medium of instruction across this sector, with Hindi or the local state language and options such as French, Spanish or Mandarin commonly offered as second or modern foreign languages. Fees vary widely by city and school tier - mid-range international schools often charge several lakhs of rupees a year while premium IB/IGCSE schools can be substantially more expensive - and families should budget separately for transport, exams and extracurriculars. Admissions follow an annual cycle with main intakes set well before the new academic year; relocating families normally need to start enquiries and applications many months ahead and expect entrance assessments and an interview as part of selection.

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4 international schools in Mumbai

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1 international school in Gurugram

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1 international school in Hyderabad

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1 international school in Vijayawada

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FAQs for India

Which international curricula are commonly available in India and how do they differ?
The most common international curricula are the IB (Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma), Cambridge (IGCSE and A-Level) and, in fewer schools, US-style high school diplomas with AP courses. IB emphasises a holistic, inquiry-based approach and is consistent across countries; Cambridge/IGCSE uses subject-based external examinations at set ages and is often chosen for its modular subject choice; American programmes emphasise credit accumulation and breadth with options for AP subjects. These differences affect classroom style, assessment timing and how easily a child can transfer between schools abroad.
How much should we expect to pay and what extras are common?
Annual tuition varies by city and school tier: many mid-range international schools charge several lakhs of rupees per year, while premium metropolitan IB/IGCSE schools can cost considerably more; families should expect additional charges for transport, exam registration, uniforms, activity fees and trips. Fee structures and the scale of extras differ significantly between cities and individual schools, so ask each school for a full ‘all-in’ cost for the year.
When should a relocating family begin the admissions process?
Start as early as possible - many schools run their main application windows and selection for the next academic year months in advance, and popular year groups fill quickly. Expect an application form, previous school records, an entrance assessment or placement test and a parent interview; schools will also ask for proof of residency or visa status for international families.
What is the language of instruction and can my child keep studying their home language?
Instruction in international-curriculum schools in India is almost always in English, while schools typically offer the local state language or Hindi plus one or more modern foreign languages such as French, Spanish or Mandarin as options. If continuity in a particular home language is important, check that the school runs that language at the student’s level and whether it is taught as a first-language or as an additional language.
What should relocating parents look for beyond curriculum when choosing a school?
Look for practical supports that ease transition: clear language-support or learning-adjustment plans, documented transfer-credit or placement processes, counselling and pastoral care, and a transparent fees and refund policy. Also check accreditation or authorisation (for example IB authorisation or Cambridge affiliation), sample timetables and the school’s approach to assessment and reporting so you can judge how easily your child will settle and how progress will be communicated.