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Bangalore International School

India, Bengaluru

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 1969
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP), Indian Curriculum
Taught languages English, French, Hindi, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Bangalore International School, Bengaluru, is a private, non-profit, parent-owned day school serving students aged 3 to 18. Located on Hennur Bagalur Road, BIS offers Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, the IB Diploma Programme, and the Indian Curriculum. The school structure spans Elementary Grades 1–5, Middle Grades 6–8, and High School Grades 9–12. In High School, Grades 9–10 follow Cambridge IGCSE, and Grades 11–12 may pursue Cambridge A-Levels or the IB Diploma; the BIS Diploma is awarded on completion of Grade 12 and is recognized by the AIU and universities abroad. The campus features a library, science and home economics labs, a music lab, three computer labs, drama and dance studios, pottery, fine arts spaces, a cafeteria, infirmary, and Learning Centre. Extensive sports facilities include BISON Arena, 200m track, cricket pitch, football and basketball; swimming pools. Notable programs include Round Square, Model United Nations, and MADDFEST programs.

Hennur Bagalur Road, Kothanur Post, Geddalahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560077, India

The Essentials

Bangalore International School has instruction in English.

Location
Located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. Campus Mailing Address: Bangalore International School, Gedalahalli, Hennur Bagalur Road, Kothanur Post, Bangalore – 560 077. The school is in the Gedalahalli area along Hennur Bagalur Road and is accessible by local roads. Contact numbers: Front Office +91 9591468876; Admissions Office +91 8197296868 and +91 8197297878; Email [email protected].

Stages
Early Years; Elementary School (Grades 1–5); Middle School; High School (Grades 9–12).

Type
Private international day school; parent-owned and board-governed (non-profit).

Additional learning support
The Learning Centre provides inclusive education with a robust Special Education Needs (SEN) program; services range from partial to full general classroom placement depending on the needs of each student. The Learning Centre was established in 2003.

Country affiliation
India
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The BIS cafeteria provides breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack before children board the bus to return home. The meals cater to a variety of palates and vegetarian and non-vegetarian options are offered; a food committee ensures meals are nutritious.

Governance and Ownership
Parent-owned and board-governed, BIS operates under a non-profit governance model.
Fees
Application fees and initial charges

- Application fee: INR 6,000 (non‑refundable).
- Admission / infrastructure (confirmation) charge: INR 100,000 (payable to accept an offer; described as a specified non‑refundable amount at offer acceptance).
- Security (deposit) charge: INR 20,000 (refundable subject to the school's notice/exit conditions).

Tuition fees — annual amounts by year group (school-year totals)

- Nursery, LKG, UKG: INR 178,200 per year.
- Grades 1–5 (Elementary): INR 196,000 per year.
- Grades 6–7 (Middle school lower): INR 212,000 per year.
- Grades 8–10 (Middle / High school): INR 248,000 per year.
- Grades 11–12: INR 230,000 per year.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- An admission offer must be accepted within seven days of the offer; acceptance is secured by payment of the specified non‑refundable confirmation amount. The first installment of fees must be paid before the first day of classes. Failure to meet payment deadlines may delay joining.
- The school provides a digital online payment option and a monthly installment plan at 0% interest through a third‑party payment partner (Jodo). Monthly installment applications are processed digitally and require PAN for registration with the plan.

Boarding fees

- Bangalore International School operates as a day school; there are no boarding‑house tuition or boarding fee schedules.

Other costs and recurring charges

- Transport (school bus): approximately INR 50,000 per year.
- Meals (school lunch program): approximately INR 34,200 per year.
- Stationery and books (annual, varies by grade): typical examples published include:
- Pre‑school: ~INR 6,000; Grades 1–2: ~INR 9,000; Grades 3–5: ~INR 11,000; Grades 6–10: ~INR 16,000 (with specific IGCSE/IGCSE stationery adjustments listed separately for exam years).
- English as a Second Language (ESL) support fee: shown as an additional line item in the published schedule (example figure listed ~INR 61,000). Language‑specialist / additional language fees and laboratory fees are shown separately in the school's published schedule.
- Examination fees (AP, SAT, PSAT): AP exam fees are charged per subject (AP regular and late windows; sample published amounts for AP exams are in the range INR 14,000–21,000 per subject depending on registration window). PSAT/SAT and other external exam fees are charged as applicable. Refund rules for external exams follow the exam registration policy for that test.
- Uniforms and some activity‑specific costs (performing arts, field trips, optional external course materials) are charged separately; stationery and special materials may be shown as separate annual charges. Sample stationery figures are listed above.

Refund and cancellation rules (tuition and deposits)

- The admissions policy requires that the application fee is non‑refundable. The admission confirmation amount is described as non‑refundable at offer acceptance. The security deposit is refundable subject to the school's exit/notice rules. The school's admissions policy also states that admission obtained by furnishing false or incorrect information will be cancelled and tuition already paid will not be refunded.

Fee payment options (accepted methods and plans)

- Online payment gateway is available for fee payments. A monthly 0% interest installment plan (Jodo) is available for school fees; Jodo's digital application and approval process are used for splitting fee payments into monthly installments. Card and online bank transfer payments are supported through the school's payment gateway arrangement. For exam registrations (AP, SAT) the test‑centre payment instructions apply and are completed according to the exam registration policy.
Academics

Bangalore International School teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP), Indian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
High School spans Grades 9-12; Grades 9-10 offer Cambridge IGCSE, and Grades 11-12 provide Cambridge A-Levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The BIS Diploma is awarded on completion of Grade 12 and is recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and universities abroad. The Middle School (Grades 6-8) combines the Cambridge International Secondary Programme with the IB MYP framework and comprises ten subject groups including languages, mathematics, sciences, social sciences, ICT, and arts and physical education. The Elementary School (Grades 1-5) follows the Cambridge curriculum for English and Science, with a school-curated Mathematics and Social Studies, and World Languages: French, Hindi and Spanish. The Early Years focuses on foundational literacy and numeracy, promoting independent thinking and collaboration within BIS's Learning Centre, which supports diverse learners.

Higher Education Progression
BIS Diploma is recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and universities abroad. Graduates have joined some of the best universities in the world.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
BIS focuses on the all-round development of children within a close-knit community and provides individual attention to each student, making learning accessible to all. The Early Years program emphasizes building self-esteem, confidence, independence, and collaborative skills. The Elementary School environment celebrates diversity and provides a warm, nurturing atmosphere for learners. The High School offers Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9–10 and a choice between Cambridge A-Levels or the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11–12, supporting broad intellectual and personal growth. The overall approach includes emotional well-being as part of holistic development.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Learning Centre is BIS's inclusive education feature with a robust Special Education Needs (SEN) section. Established in 2003, it offers inclusive education along a continuum from partial to full general classroom placement depending on each student's needs. The school values each learner and provides services to support learning and growth, aiming to offer an inclusive learning experience and to sensitise the BIS community to accepting and celebrating differences.

Mental Wellbeing
There is an explicit emphasis on emotional well-being as part of BIS's holistic development focus, with equal emphasis on academics, arts, sports, and emotional well-being.
Parent Experience

History
From its origin in the 1960s as the American Community School in a garage on Millers Road, BIS evolved into Bangalore International School. It was founded by Eloise R. Bennett and her family and established in 1969. It blends global education with positive social values and creative freedom to equip every student with life skills. The school follows a non-profit, parent-run governance model.

Community
The BIS community emphasizes a caring, connected, and inclusive ethos with strong parent involvement. Alumni events connect former students with current students through reunions, panel discussions, and mentoring sessions; the First BIS Alumni Meet was held on Saturday, January 10, 2026. The BIS Alumni page notes ongoing events and a Calendar of Events for 2025-2026 to organize activities and celebrations.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has a library, science labs, a home economics lab, a music lab, and three computer labs. Drama and dance studios, a pottery studio, and fine arts spaces are on campus. The BISON Arena and sports grounds include a 200-meter track, cricket pitch, basketball court, football turfs, and swimming pools. A designated early years play area, an on-site cafeteria, an infirmary, and counseling services including a Learning Centre support student well-being and inclusion.

Sports Facilities
The school has the BISON Arena and sports grounds with a 200-meter athletics track, cricket pitch, basketball court, football turfs, and swimming pools. The facilities support track and field events with javelin, shot put, high jump, discus throw, and long jump areas. The football field and basketball court have surfaces designed to be knee-friendly. A throw ball court is available on campus.

Academic Facilities
The school has Chemistry, Biology and Physics labs that follow safety guidelines and are supported by lab technicians and teachers. The school has three computer labs with 70 systems each, plus a 12-computer high school resource lab; the campus is WiFi-enabled. The library is an e-library with 30 laptops for reading e-books and a print collection. Librarians assist students and the Learning Centre supports inclusive education.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school has drama and dance studios with professional instructors. The school has two sound-proof music rooms, a student band, and choirs for Elementary, Middle and High School. Fine arts spaces host exhibitions and display students' artwork. Exhibitions showcase art work around the school.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Model United Nations conferences allow BIS students to debate as ambassadors from UN member states, draft resolutions, and negotiate to resolve global issues. The BIS team receives invitations from schools across India and beyond to participate in these conferences. Students prepare for conferences through practice sessions and by researching their country's stance for each committee. Participation in MUN conferences is an asset for university applications.

Arts & Creative
MADDFEST is BIS's annual performing arts festival featuring Shakespeare and contemporary plays, international and local dance, solo performances, choir and band showcases, and an extensive art display. Drama, dance, and music classes are taught by professional instructors; BIS has two sound-proof music rooms, a student band, and Elementary, Middle and High School choirs. Fine Arts emphasizes creativity with drawing, painting, and pottery, and student artwork is displayed in exhibitions. BIS Slam is an annual Spoken Word poetry competition for high schoolers.

Cultural & Language
Round Square promotes international understanding and leadership, based on Internationalism, Democracy, Environmental Stewardship, Adventure, Leadership and Service. The school hosts and participates in Round Square regional conferences, bringing together students from multiple schools. Delegates participate in team-building activities and Barazza sessions, and cultural programs are part of the conference experience. The Round Square conference BIS hosted in 2018 carried the theme Transcending borders, extending our worlds.

Social & Hobbies
BIS Slam is an annual Spoken Word poetry competition. BISON RADIO provides student podcasts that connect BIS students with researchers and scientists, expanding learning beyond the classroom. Festival of Lights, Music Festival and School Plays showcase student talent in dance, music, drama, and production.

Community & Service
Round Square programs guide students to become well-rounded, informed, responsible, principled, and confident global citizens through Internationalism, Democracy, Environmental Stewardship, Adventure, Leadership and Service. BIS participates in regional Round Square conferences and has hosted BIS-hosted events, fostering leadership and service-oriented initiatives. These activities emphasize collaboration, cultural exchange, and community engagement as part of school life.

Leadership & Professional
Round Square emphasizes leadership and service as core ideals. Model United Nations conferences develop public speaking, negotiation, and teamwork skills. Participation in these events is described as an asset for university applications.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports Day is a major BIS event where students exhibit athletic skills, with four BIS houses and emphasis on teamwork, creativity and sportsmanship. TAISI is a three-day inter-school sports event featuring football, basketball, tennis, swimming, badminton, cricket, table tennis and athletics. Round Square programs also include adventure activities and field trips to promote outdoor learning and wellbeing.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
IB, CIS, Round Square (and other listed memberships via logos)
Admissions

Admissions
1. Online Application: Fill in the enquiry form or apply now from the admissions page. 2. Campus Visit: Parents are encouraged to visit the school by prior appointment. Campus tours can be scheduled by contacting the Admissions Office. 3. Application Submission: Complete the online application, parent questionnaire, upload required documents. Pay the application fee once your entrance test appointment has been confirmed. 4. Review & Entrance Tests: Students from Grades 1–12 will be required to complete age-appropriate assessments in English and Mathematics. These are application-based assessments. For families in Bangalore, these tests must be taken on campus. 5. Entrance Tests: A meeting will be scheduled (over Zoom or on campus) with the Section Coordinator, Class/Subject teacher(s) and the applicant. It's important for at least one parent to attend this meeting. 6. Admission Decision: The outcome of the application and assessments is communicated by the Admissions Team via Open Apply or email. 7. Offer & Acceptance: Successful applicants receive an Admission Offer Letter through Open Apply. Parents are required to accept the offer within the stipulated timeline and pay the confirmation amount.

Scholarships
Students are nominated for various scholarships based on achievements and potential. Most high-achieving BIS students graduate with partial to full scholarships at their desired college.
School Events
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