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Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad

India, Hyderabad

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Hindi
Fees ₹647,000 - 1,991,800
Ages 6 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 632
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2011
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Hindi, Telugu, French
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

The Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad is a co-educational day school with on-campus boarding. It serves ages 6–18 across IB Primary Years (1–5), IB Middle Years (6–10) and IB Diploma (11–12). Set on a 100-acre campus near Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Telangana, the academy offers the IB curriculum in English, alongside Aga Khan curricular strands: Ethics, Pluralism, Cultures, Governance and Civil Society, and Economics for Development. The purpose-built campus features classrooms, science and computer laboratories, a library, and dedicated spaces for the fine arts, music and dance, including practice booths and a recording area. The Commons houses the dining hall and activity spaces and hosts performances and lectures. Sports facilities include pools, fields for soccer, hockey and athletics, a cricket pitch, tennis and squash courts, and an athletics centre. Enrichment programmes, international exchanges, community service and university counselling develop leadership and global citizenship. The school emphasizes experiential learning and cross-cultural understanding daily.

The Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad, Survey No: 1/1, Hardware Park, Maheshwaram Mandal, R.R. District, Telangana 501510, India

The Essentials

Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad has 632 pupils, instruction in English, Hindi.

Location
Located on a 100-acre campus near Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad. Address: Survey No: 1/1 Hardware Park, Maheshwaram Mandal, RR District, Telangana 501510, India.

Stages
Two schools: Junior School (PYP) and Senior School (MYP and Diploma Programme); Grades 1–12 (age 6 to university entrance); residential life begins from Grade 6.

Type
Co-educational; day students and on-campus residential life (boarding) are available.

Country affiliation
India

Religious affiliation
Non-denominational; no religious affiliation
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school has on-campus residential facilities with separate residences for boys and girls, supervised by dorm parents who provide guidance and support. Accommodation is provided for members of the Academy community from within the country and overseas, as well as visitors or exchange participants from another Aga Khan Academy; additional teachers' quarters on campus house resident faculty and their families.

Uniform Requirement
The uniform comprises grey and white attire with the badge on the shirt pocket. Junior girls wear grey skirts with a white shirt; junior and senior boys wear grey shorts or trousers with a white shirt; senior girls wear grey skirts or trousers with a white shirt, with the badge on the pocket. For sports, students wear black shorts or track pants with a grey T-shirt; black shoes, ankle socks and a grey jumper with hood complete the uniform.

Food Options
The Academy's dining services provide a varied menu throughout the week, with balanced vegetarian and non-vegetarian options for all meals.

Governance and Ownership
The Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad is part of the Aga Khan Academies, a programme of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). The AKDN is a group of development organisations with mandates including environment, health, education, architecture, culture, microfinance, rural development, disaster reduction and the revitalisation of historic cities; AKDN programmes are conducted without regard to faith, origin or gender.
Fees

Annual tuition at Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad ranges from INR 647,000 to INR 1,991,800 for 2026/27.

Application fee

- Application fee (non-refundable): INR 3,000 per application.

One‑time admission and security deposit

- One‑time Admission Fee (payable when an offer is accepted; non‑refundable): INR 3,00,000.
- One‑time Security Deposit (payable on acceptance; refundable subject to written notice and "No Dues" clearance; no interest payable): INR 1,50,000.

Annual tuition fees (consolidated: includes course fees, essential course books, library books, IT and science laboratory equipment and certain classroom supplies) — by programme, scholar type and grade

- Academy Junior School (PYP) — Day scholar
- Grades 1–2: INR 6,47,000 per year (per instalment: INR 3,23,500).
- Grades 3–5: INR 6,59,400 per year (per instalment: INR 3,29,700).

- Academy Senior School (MYP) — Day scholar
- Grade 6: INR 9,31,200 per year (per instalment: INR 4,65,600).
- Grades 7–8: INR 10,47,200 per year (per instalment: INR 5,23,600).
- Grades 9–10: INR 10,67,300 per year (per instalment: INR 5,33,650).

- Academy Senior School (MYP) — Residential (boarding)
- Grades 6–8 (Residential): INR 16,00,700 per year (per instalment: INR 8,00,350).
- Grades 9–10 (Residential): INR 16,31,400 per year (per instalment: INR 8,15,700).

- Academy Senior School (DP) — Day scholar
- Grades 11–12: INR 13,93,600 per year (per instalment: INR 6,96,800).

- Academy Senior School (DP) — Residential (boarding)
- Grades 11–12 (Residential): INR 19,91,800 per year (per instalment: INR 9,95,900).

Other compulsory and recurring costs (annual amounts unless stated otherwise)

- Lunch & snacks for day students (annual): INR 72,900 (per instalment: INR 36,450).
- Transport estimate (annual, depending on route): INR 81,800 – INR 1,26,900 (per instalment: INR 40,900 – INR 63,450).
- IB examination fees (MYP and DP): billed separately based on actual International Baccalaureate Organization charges.

Typical additional/optional costs to budget for

- Laptop for Senior School students: typically INR 30,000 – INR 50,000 (one‑off, parent‑provided).
- Uniforms, optional trips and optional activities (estimated additional for Senior School): around INR 35,000 annually.

Sibling discount

- Sibling discount on tuition fee: 5% for the second and subsequent children.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Invoicing: Parents of returning students are invoiced four to six weeks prior to the new academic year.
- Instalments and key due dates: Tuition fees are payable in two equal instalments — generally no later than 31 July and 15 December of the academic year; for DP2 (Grade 12) the second instalment is due 15 November. Per‑instalment amounts equal one half of the annual tuition shown above.
- Early‑payment discount: A 3% discount on the total annual fees is available if the total fees are paid in full on or before 31 July 2026 or within 30 days of raising the invoice, whichever is later (available to continuing students from the previous academic year).
- Late payment surcharge and consequences: A monthly surcharge of 2% is applied to total outstanding dues older than 30 days. If full fees are not paid within one month following the deadline, the student may be barred from attending classes or participating in Academy activities.

Refund and withdrawal terms

- Security deposit: Refundable when a student leaves the Academy provided the required written notice has been given and "No Dues" clearance is obtained. No interest is payable on the deposit.
- Withdrawal notice and refund scale:
- For withdrawal from the next academic year: written notice to Admissions by 31 March of every year is required; if notice is received after 31 March, the withdrawing student must pay the full term fee until December of the next academic year.
- For withdrawal from the next term of the academic year: 90 days' written notice is required before the beginning of the next term. If the withdrawal application is not received as required, the following charges apply: 60–89 days before the start of the next term — 25% of next term's fees; 30–59 days — 50% of next term's fees; less than 30 days — 75% of next term's fees. No refund of the next term's fee is given after the start of the next term.

Fee payment methods and administrative requirements

- Accepted payment methods: Direct Bank Deposit, Bank Transfer, Cheque or Demand Draft. Cash is not accepted.
- Payment administration: Parents must provide the Finance Office (finance@agakhanacademies.org) with a hard or electronic copy of proof of payment showing the student's full name and identification number within 15 days of fund transfer for issuance of a receipt; failure to provide proof may delay crediting the payment. Payments should be remitted into the Academy's designated bank account; if payment is made from a third‑party account a completed "Declaration and Indemnity for Third‑Party Fee Payment" must be submitted within 15 calendar days.

Boarding (residential) fees

- Boarding for applicable grades is charged through the Residential tuition line items shown above (Residential tuition for MYP and DP is the boarding rate). Residential tuition covers boarding‑related provision as reflected in the consolidated residential annual fee amounts.

Notes on inclusions and exclusions

- The consolidated tuition fees include the items listed above (course fees, essential course books, library books, IT and science laboratory equipment and certain classroom supplies). The consolidated fees do not include IB exam fees, some optional trips/activities, laptops and uniform costs, which are additional as noted.
Academics

Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 6 to 18.

Curriculum
The Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum and is an IB World School authorised for the Primary Years Programme (grades 1–5), Middle Years Programme (grades 6–10) and Diploma Programme (grades 11–12). Aga Khan Curricular Strands, implemented across the curriculum, include Ethics, Pluralism, Cultures, Governance and Civil Society, and Economics for Development. The IB status is acknowledged by the International Baccalaureate.

Student Teacher Ratio
Planned student/faculty ratio is 7.5:1. Current enrollment is 632 day and residential students (140 day students in the Junior School; 492 in the Senior School). Staff numbers include 8 senior management, 63 Senior School faculty, 19 Junior School faculty, and 42 administrative staff.

Exam Results
The Class of 2022 IB Diploma Programme results show an average score of 30.6 with an 85% pass rate; nine students scored 38 points or higher. Thirty-one students earned a bilingual diploma (Hindi-English language and literature). Graduates gained admissions to universities including Cornell University, UCLA, UC Berkeley, New York University, the University of Toronto and Boston University, with over $5 million in scholarships awarded.

Higher Education Progression
University Counselling supports higher education placement; Class of 2022 graduates gained admissions to multiple prestigious universities worldwide, including Cornell University, UCLA, UC Berkeley, NYU, University of Toronto and Boston University, with over $5 million in scholarships.

Gifted and Talented
Talent Identification Programme identifies exceptional students and provides them with an international-standard education and leadership opportunities, regardless of their ability to pay.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Academy integrates social-emotional learning within its curriculum. The Leadership Ethics Awareness Programme (LEAP) integrates leadership and social-emotional learning into the curriculum. The distance-learning coverage highlights developmentally appropriate and culturally relevant social-emotional learning themes, including bullying, inclusion, relationships, growth mindset, resilience, and stress management. The IB Primary Years Programme focuses on developing the whole child, addressing social, physical, cultural and ethical development. Mental health and social-emotional wellbeing are supported through the Student Welfare Site and Wellness Hub, with ongoing pastoral care.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
An English as an Additional Language (EAL) program exists with a designated EAL teacher. The EAL program focuses on developing language skills so students can be confident and successful in other areas of their academic lives.

Mental Wellbeing
The Health and Wellness Centre provides access to healthcare services with a resident doctor and two nurses. Transport is available 24/7 for medical purposes. A school counsellor is available on campus for early intervention and pastoral care support.
Parent Experience

History
In 2000, His Late Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV initiated the establishment of the Aga Khan Academies, an integrated network of schools. The AKDN has a long history in education, with the first AKDN schools founded in 1905 in Mundra, India; Zanzibar, Tanzania; and Gwadar, Pakistan. Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad is the second academy to be established and opened its first intake in August 2011. Maputo opened in August 2013 and Aga Khan Academy Dhaka opened in August 2022.

Community
The Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School with a multicultural student body and an experienced team of educators and staff. It prepares students for lives characterised by leadership and service. The school community—the students, faculty and parents—are described as socially conscious and engaged in developing their communities and civil society. The Academy fosters a joyful, lifelong-learning environment that is culturally-rooted and internationally-minded.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad thrives on strong partnerships with parents, whose involvement and trust enrich the learning community. The Junior School hosts a Parent Information Afternoon to foster parent involvement in curriculum matters. In January 2019, the Junior School opened its doors to parents for an annual Open Day. The Academy organizes a New Student Orientation weekend, including a three-day virtual orientation to welcome new students and their families. The Parents and Students section provides notices, the weekly menu and useful links for families.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Built on a 100-acre site near the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, the Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad offers state-of-the-art facilities on a secure, landscaped campus. The campus is purpose-built and designed by renowned architects. It includes subject- and age-specific classrooms, well-equipped science and computer laboratories, a library and resource centres, and rooms for the fine arts, music and dance, including individual practice booths and a music recording area. The Commons building houses the dining hall and spaces for school activities, forming the hub for major school functions, including music and drama performances and public lectures.

Sports Facilities
The sports facilities include swimming and diving pools, sports fields for soccer, hockey and athletics, a cricket pitch, tennis and squash courts, and an athletics centre for aerobics, dance and fitness.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities comprise subject- and age-specific classrooms, well-equipped science and computer laboratories, a library and resource centres, and rooms for the fine arts, music and dance, including individual practice booths and a music recording area.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Commons building houses dining hall spaces and areas for school activities, serving as the hub for student life and events. Rooms for the fine arts, music and dance provide dedicated spaces for performances and practice, including individual practice booths and a music recording area.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Assembly Club is an experiential learning club that teaches hands-on electronics and robotics, with projects such as an automatic trashcan and a remote-controlled boat. Students meet weekly with a supervisor to discuss progress, refine prototypes, and pursue safe, ethical innovation under mentorship. The activities foster collaboration, problem-solving and a growth mindset, aligning with the enrichment Programme's emphasis on inquiry and leadership.

Arts & Creative
Creativity and culture are nurtured through visual and performing arts. Programmes include contemporary dance, arts and crafts, animation, robotics, science, software, photography, chess, drama and music. Through theatre, art, music and drama, students think creatively and collaborate on projects that emphasise personal growth and shared achievement. Facilities such as music rooms and amphitheatres support creative work.

Cultural & Language
International Exchanges broaden student experience, with an exchange programme allowing study at other Academies in East Africa or South Asia. The exchanges foster cross-cultural understanding and ethical leadership, with campus life including residential arrangements and service-learning components. The IB curriculum is delivered in English across the Academies.

Social & Hobbies
The Enrichment Programme includes a wide range of social and hobby-oriented activities such as photography, chess, film making, book club, organic farm, yearbook, environment club and language-related activities. These activities help students pursue personal interests, build teamwork and develop communication skills beyond the core academic programme. The enrichment cluster emphasises growth through individual and collaborative creative projects and social engagement.

Community & Service
Community Service is a major part of the student experience. Service opportunities extend learning beyond the classroom and connect students' studies to real-world impact through structured projects and internships. By partnering with local agencies of the Aga Khan Development Network, students learn about organisational operations and contribute tangible support to communities. The programme also promotes human rights, dignity and citizenship as guiding values.

Leadership & Professional
Career Preparation offers on-campus university fairs for Grades 9–12 and provides DP1 internships during July and August to gain workplace experience. University Counselling supports students through subject choices, university applications, scholarships and visa processes, with workshops and resume/interview preparation. Students develop teamwork, perseverance, responsibility and leadership as they specialise in their senior years, and some internships involve work with local AKDN agencies.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Inter-school sports include swimming, basketball, cricket, hockey, football, water polo and athletics, with regular training and opportunities to represent the school. After-school clubs are offered in football, squash, basketball, cricket, swimming, table tennis, tennis and yoga/gym. Physical education and competitive sport foster leadership, resilience and teamwork within a spirit of cooperation.
Languages

Language Provision
The Senior School has an English as an additional language (EAL) specialist. The specialist is Vasanthi Thandlam.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Eligibility and language requirements. Admission is competitive and based on merit. For Junior School (Grades 1–5), entry ideally requires at least three years of nursery education, and the student must be 6 years old by September 1 of the entry year; in the last three years of the Primary Years Programme, applicants must have a basic proficiency in both English and Hindi. For Senior School (Grades 6–12), applicants should have high scholastic achievement and demonstrate participation in extracurricular activities or community service; Diploma Programme entrants must have outstanding academic achievement and active involvement, and new students will not be admitted in the year of the Diploma examination.

Scholarships
2. Apply and documents. Applications can be completed online via OpenApply or through downloadable forms; copies of the applicant's last two grade reports, birth certificate or passport, Aadhaar card, vaccination (Junior School), two passport-sized photographs, and an application fee of INR 3,000 are required. A completed financial aid form must be submitted with the application to apply for a bursary. Scholarships are available through the Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad Scholarship Programme with a merit- and needs-based framework. 3. Merit-based scholarship programme details. Up to six merit-based scholarships are on offer for outstanding Indian students who demonstrate leadership in service to others, innovation in STEM, environmental responsibility, performing arts, or team sports, with awards covering up to 100% of school fees including residential fees. The programme is open to new residential admissions in Grade 9 or Grade 11 in July 2025. Eligibility requires Indian nationality residing in India, exceptional academic ability, and potential to benefit from IB and Aga Khan Curricular Strands, with needs-based considerations. Applications should indicate interest in the scholarship during the normal admissions process; an initial assessment will determine suitability, shortlisted candidates will have a personal interview with the Dean of Admissions, and final selection includes an interview with the Head of the Academy and the Dean of Admissions. The decision is final. Applications close May 31, 2025. For more information, email AKASP.Hyderabad@agakhanacademies.org.
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