Bloomingdale International School

India, Vijayawada

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The school at a glance

Fees ₹30,500 - 42,000

Ages Not listed

Opened 2006

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), CBSE Curriculum

Typical class size 9

Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Bloomingdale International School operates across two Vijayawada campuses, Village Campus and Galileo Campus, offering the iCBSE Programme alongside the International Baccalaureate in the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme. The school is the first and only IB Continuum School authorised for PYP, MYP and DP in Andhra Pradesh. The iCBSE blend unites CBSE academic strengths with inquiry-based learning and global best practices, while the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12 supports holistic student development. Facilities include a state-of-the-art playscape and modern classrooms that integrate new technologies through grants and innovative solutions. A 75% foreign-language uptake in Primary reflects intercultural engagement, and the school runs 12 competitive sports with intramural opportunities and swimming. A career program links students with real-world professions from robotics and architecture to engineering. Mandatory community service, over 50 events annually, and a focus on creativity underpin daily life here for students worldwide.

Galileo Campus: Bloomingdale International School Road, Penamaluru, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh 521137; Village (Early Years) Campus: Municipal Employees Colony, Acharya Ranga Nagar, Benz Circle, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh 520010

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The Essentials

Location

Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India. Galileo Campus is on Bloomingdale International School Road, Penamaluru; Village Campus is at Municipal Employees Colony, Acharya Ranga Nagar, Benz Circle; Early Years Village Campus is on Municipal Employees Colony Main Road, Vijayawada.

Stages

Nursery–Grade 12 (Playgroup to High School). The IB Continuum comprises PYP (Nursery–Grade 5), MYP (Grade 6–10), and DP (Grade 11–12); BIS also offers an integrated iCBSE pathway for Grades 6–8.

Type

International school

Country affiliation

India

Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership

Founder Chairman Vijaya Babu Atluri

Fees

Application fees
- No separate application or non‑refundable registration fee is itemised in the published fee schedule for admissions; the published fee schedule lists a single annual/total tuition amount by class.

Tuition fees by year / class (annual totals and installment breakdown)
- Nursery / Pre‑primary: INR 30,500 per year. Installment breakdown shown as: 1st instalment INR 13,000; 2nd instalment INR 10,000; 3rd instalment INR 7,500.
- LKG: INR 30,500 per year. Installments: 1st INR 13,000; 2nd INR 10,000; 3rd INR 7,500.
- UKG: INR 33,000 per year. Installments: 1st INR 15,500; 2nd INR 10,000; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class I: INR 34,000 per year. Installments: 1st INR 15,500; 2nd INR 11,000; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class II: INR 34,500 per year. Installments: 1st INR 16,000; 2nd INR 11,000; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class III: INR 35,000 per year. Installments: 1st INR 16,500; 2nd INR 11,000; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class IV: INR 38,500 per year. Installments: 1st INR 19,000; 2nd INR 12,000; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class V: INR 39,000 per year. Installments: 1st INR 19,000; 2nd INR 12,500; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class VI: INR 39,000 per year. Installments: 1st INR 19,000; 2nd INR 12,500; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class VII: INR 40,000 per year. Installments: 1st INR 20,000; 2nd INR 12,500; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class VIII: INR 42,000 per year. Installments: 1st INR 21,000; 2nd INR 13,500; 3rd INR 7,500.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is billed as an annual total for each class and presented in three instalments. The instalment due dates shown in the published schedule are: 1st instalment by 15th June, 2nd instalment by 15th September, and 3rd instalment by 15th December. Parents are expected to pay each instalment by the stated due date.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The school operates as a day / day‑cum‑boarding campus (boarding facilities are available). No separate boarding/hostel fee schedule is itemised in the published tuition schedule; boarding charges are not shown in the published fee document. Where boarding is required, boarding fees and hostel terms are handled as a separate charge and should be confirmed directly with the school's admissions/accounts office.

Other costs and recurring charges
- Uniforms, textbooks, stationery, examination fees, transport, meal plans, and any ancillary activity charges are treated as additional costs and are not itemised as line items in the published tuition schedule. These items are billed separately at the time of admission or as periodic charges. A refundable security deposit or other one‑time charge is not shown in the published tuition table.

Refund information
- The published fee schedule does not include a detailed public refund/cancellation table. The fee schedule presents annual totals and instalment due dates but does not itemise a term‑by‑term refund policy within the published fee document. Any refunds, forfeiture rules, or security deposit return procedures are governed by the school's admission/finance policy and are handled by the school's accounts office.

Fee payment options
- The published fee schedule does not itemise accepted payment instruments (card, bank transfer, cheque, online portal) within the fee table. Payment instructions and bank/account details are provided with fee invoices and at the admissions/accounts office; parents use the school's fee invoice or admission letter to complete payment by the methods accepted at the time of invoicing.

Notes for parents
- All amounts above are presented in Indian Rupees (INR) as shown in the published fee schedule.

Brief summary of search outcome (findings relevant to fee details)
- An official fee schedule listing annual tuition totals by class and a three‑installment billing timetable is published by the school and lists the class‑wise amounts shown above. Instalment due dates are shown as 15 June, 15 September and 15 December. Boarding is offered by the campus, but boarding charges are not published within the tuition table. No public, detailed refund table or itemised boarding fees appear in the published fee document or on the public policies pages reviewed.

Academics

Curriculum

The school offers an iCBSE Programme blending CBSE academic strength with inquiry-driven learning and global best practices. The Diploma Programme (IB DP) fosters overall student development in Grades 11 and 12. Bloomingdale is the only fully authorized International Baccalaureate World School in Andhra Pradesh. 75% of Primary students take a foreign language, and there are 12 competitive sports across all programmes with an intramural program for elementary and early childhood. The faculty has an average IB experience of 4 years, and 98% have over 2 years of IB experience; the career program connects students with real-world professions from robotics, woodworking, architecture, to engineering.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school knows, loves and supports every student. Bloomingdale digs deep to truly know, love and support every member of the BIS family. The school teaches well-being and life skills as part of the curriculum. Visual Arts, Performing Arts and Sports contribute to students' social and emotional growth. The environment balances rigor with fun and encourages students to be curious, creative and engaged. The school fosters service and community involvement to develop empathy and social responsibility.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

75% of Primary years students take a foreign language.

Mental Wellbeing

Well-being and life-skills are taught as part of the curriculum, contributing to cognitive development and overall growth.

Parent Experience

History

Bloomingdale International School was founded in 2006 as Bloomingdale Play School by Founder and Chairman Mr Vijaya Babu Atluri. In 2016, the school adopted the International Baccalaureate curriculum and became a PYP Candidate School with a global mind. In 2018, the Galileo Campus opened and started catering to PYP 4 (Grade IV). In 2019, Bloomingdale was authorised as an IB World School for the Primary Years Programme. In 2021, it completed its Middle Years Programme authorisation, becoming the first IB MYP School in Andhra Pradesh. In 2022, Bloomingdale became a Diploma Programme Candidate School, and in 2023 it became the first and only IB Continuum School authorised for PYP, MYP, and DP.

Community

Bloomingdale sustains a vibrant school community with regular events and activities across its campuses. The site highlights a busy calendar with more than 50 events in a year, reflecting a broad range of programmes, celebrations and family engagement opportunities. Examples include Curriculum Roadmap Day @IB, Yoga Day celebrations, and Fathers Day celebrations at the Village Campus, with additional sessions such as PYP Parents Session and MYP Community Project Orientation.

Facilities

Facilities Overview

Two campuses in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh are Village Campus on Municipal Employees Colony Main Road (520010) and Galileo Campus on Bloomingdale International School Road, Penamaluru (521137). The school features a state-of-the-art playscape. It serves students from Early Years through Diploma Programme and offers iCBSE and the IB Diploma Programme. Out-of-the-box solutions and grant writing have enabled the newest technologies to be integrated into classrooms.

Sports Facilities

Competitive sports are offered across all programmes. There is an intramural sports program for elementary and early childhood. Swimming is part of the program.

Academic Facilities

The iCBSE Programme blends CBSE academic strength with inquiry-driven learning, skill development, and global best practices. The Diploma Programme (IB DP) fosters overall student development in Grades 11 and 12. We are the only fully authorized International Baccalaureate world school in Andhra Pradesh. Out-of-the-box solutions and grant writing have enabled the newest technologies to be integrated into classrooms. A career program connects students with real-world professions from robotics, woodworking, architecture to engineering.

Extra Curricular Facilities

The program is designed to encourage academic, athletic and arts. Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Sports, well-being and Life Skills are taught as essential elements of cognitive development. There are more than 50 events in a year. Mandatory community service and personal projects promote service and selflessness. Students learn to swim and to sing as part of developing their voice.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Ages 11-16, the Middle Years program emphasizes interdisciplinary study, critical thinking, global awareness, community service, and intercultural understanding. The iCBSE Programme blends CBSE academic strength with inquiry-driven learning and skill development. The Diploma Programme fosters overall student development in Grades 11 and 12.

Arts & Creative

Creativity is embedded through the School for Creators, designed to encourage academic, athletic and arts learning. Visual Arts and Performing Arts are taught as part of the curriculum. The program supports student expression through arts and performance as part of well-being and life skills.

Cultural & Language

Bloomingdale is an International Baccalaureate world school in Andhra Pradesh. 75% of primary students take a foreign language. Intercultural understanding is emphasized in the Middle Years.

Social & Hobbies

Competitive sports are offered across all programmes, with an intramural sports program for elementary and early childhood. There are more than 50 events in a year, providing a balance of rigor and fun. Adventure and outdoor learning are a regular part of daily life, with nature often used as the classroom.

Community & Service

The campus culture promotes service over inward focus, with mandatory community service and personal projects.

Leadership & Professional

The career program connects students with real-world professions from robotics, woodworking, architecture to engineering.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Adventure is a regular feature; outdoor spaces are used as classrooms. Kids can be kids; the school embraces play, imagination and creativity on the playscape. There are more than 50 events per year, providing balance of rigor and fun.

Languages

Language Provision

Foreign language is taught. 75% of students in Primary years take a foreign language.

Reputation

Awards

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Accreditations

CBSE accreditation; IB Diploma Programme authorization (IB World School) in Andhra Pradesh

Admissions

Step 1: Share your Interest. Connect with our admissions team to learn about our IB and CBSE programmes, campus facilities and the enrolment process. This initial contact starts the admissions conversation and outlines the programmes BIS offers. Step 1 sets the stage for the campus visit and subsequent steps. Step 1 identifies the path toward enrollment.

School Events

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FAQs

Where are Bloomingdale International School's campuses and what age range does it serve?

Bloomingdale International School operates in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, with two main campuses: the Village Campus on Municipal Employees Colony Main Road, Acharya Ranga Nagar, Benz Circle, and the Galileo Campus on Bloomingdale International School Road, Penamaluru. There is also an Early Years Village Campus location in Vijayawada. The school serves students from nursery through Grade 12, beginning around age 3.

What curriculum does BIS offer, and what makes it unique in Andhra Pradesh?

BIS offers an iCBSE pathway that blends CBSE strength with inquiry-driven learning, alongside the IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11 and 12. It is the only fully authorized International Baccalaureate World School in Andhra Pradesh, providing an IB continuum across PYP, MYP, and DP.

What levels are available at BIS?

BIS provides education from Nursery to Grade 12, with the Primary Years Programme (PYP) in the early years, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6–10, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11–12. The school operates across two Vijayawada campuses, including facilities for early years.

What are the tuition fees for different classes and how is the billing scheduled?

Tuition is listed as an annual total that varies by class, for example Nursery/Pre‑primary and LKG are INR 30,500 per year, UKG INR 33,000, rising to INR 42,000 for Class VIII. Fees are billed in three installments due on 15 June, 15 September, and 15 December. Additional costs such as uniforms, transport, and meal plans are billed separately.

Is there an application fee, and what is the admissions process?

There is no separate application or non‑refundable registration fee listed in the published schedule; admissions begin with sharing your interest to learn about the IB and CBSE programmes. The process typically leads to a campus visit and then enrollment, with steps outlined by the admissions team.

Are there scholarships or waitlists?

Public information on scholarships or waitlists is not provided in the available data; prospective parents should contact the admissions team for specifics.

What curricula does BIS blend, and what is IB DP presence?

BIS combines the iCBSE pathway (including Grades 6–8) with the IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12, and follows the IB PYP for Nursery–Grade 5 and MYP for Grades 6–10. BIS is the only fully authorized IB World School in Andhra Pradesh, offering a full IB continuum.

How does BIS support bilingualism or foreign languages in primary?

75% of Primary students take a foreign language, indicating a strong emphasis on language learning. The information notes that a foreign language is taught, but it does not specify which languages are offered.

What is BIS's approach to career readiness and real-world professions?

BIS offers a career program that connects students with real‑world professions in fields such as robotics, woodworking, architecture, and engineering, helping to bridge academics with practical applications.

What sports facilities are available and is swimming included?

BIS provides 12 competitive sports across programmes with an intramural program for elementary and early childhood students, and swimming is included as part of the program.

What facilities support learning and technology?

The school features state-of-the-art playscapes and integrates new technologies into classrooms through grant-funded initiatives, alongside the iCBSE pathway and IB programmes to support diverse learning needs.

How many campuses are there and what are they like?

There are two campuses in Vijayawada: the Village Campus (including Early Years) and the Galileo Campus on Bloomingdale International School Road in Penamaluru. Both campuses support BIS's IB and iCBSE offerings across the full age range.

What clubs and extracurricular opportunities exist?

Beyond academics, BIS runs more than 50 events each year and offers programs like the School for Creators, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, and extensive sports, all designed to balance rigor with creativity.

How is community service incorporated?

Community service is a mandatory part of BIS's culture, with personal projects and service activities incorporated into the student experience to foster empathy and social responsibility.

Are there leadership or mentorship programs?

A key leadership-oriented component is the career program, which connects students with real-world professions, giving students opportunities to explore leadership paths in fields like robotics and architecture.

How does BIS address wellbeing and SEL?

Well-being and life skills are taught as part of the curriculum, and participation in Visual Arts, Performing Arts, and Sports supports social and emotional development, with an environment that balances rigor and fun.

Is there information on SEN or EAL support?

There is no detailed information provided about dedicated SEN or EAL support in the data; the school does emphasize well-being and language learning through foreign language study in primary.

How is safeguarding addressed at BIS?

Safeguarding details are not provided in the available information; families should confirm safeguarding policies with the admissions team.

Is there a house system or uniform requirements?

Details about a house system or uniform requirements are not provided in the available information.

What about food and meals; is there a meal plan?

Meal plans are listed as an additional cost and are not included in tuition; food and meal options are arranged separately from the published fee schedule.

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