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Bombay International School - Gilbert Campus

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 19 years
Pupil numbers 450
Type Co-educational
Opened 1962
Bus Service No
Part of
Bombay International School
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, German, Hindi, Spanish
Typical class size 34
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Bombay International School in Mumbai operates across two campuses, Gilbert Campus in Babulnath and the Junior Campus at New Marine Lines, serving learners from age 3 to 19. The school offers a multi-path curriculum that blends the IB Primary Years Programme (ages 3–12), an Integrated Middle School, Cambridge IGCSE (ages 14–16), and the IB Diploma Programme (ages 16–19). The Diploma is complemented by university counselling, CAS, and a Results & Placements focus, underpinned by an Integrated Learning approach and strong student wellbeing. BIS emphasizes hands-on inquiry, broad subject choices that support science, humanities, and the arts, with capstone projects such as Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge. Facilities include a Student Resource Centre, SEE Learning, sports, creative arts, and educational tours. The school fosters community via service learning, NGO partnerships, and clubs in academics, arts, languages, and leadership. Since 1962 BIS has prepared graduates for scholarships and admission to universities.

This campus is part of Bombay International School

Gilbert Building, Cross Lane 2, Babulnath, Khareghat Colony, Gamdevi, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400007, India

The Essentials

Bombay International School - Gilbert Campus has 450 pupils, typical class sizes of 34, instruction in English.

Location
Two BIS campuses are in Mumbai. The Gilbert Campus is Gilbert Building, Babulnath, 2nd Cross Road, Mumbai 400007. The Junior Campus is 42, Sir Vithaldas Thackersey Marg, New Marine Lines, Mumbai 400020. Both campuses are in central Mumbai with access to local road and rail transport.

Stages
IB Primary Years Programme (Early Years through Grade 5); Integrated Middle School (Grades 6-8) with Cambridge IGCSE (Grades 9-10); IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11-12).

Type
Two-campus international school

Additional learning support
A Student Resource Centre (SRC) provides wellbeing support, including wellbeing classes, circle time, and one-on-one counselling.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Meals are provided through a parent-run kitchen at BIS, serving both Gilbert and Junior Campuses. Dining halls are filled with warmth and aroma as students share meals together.

Governance and Ownership
The Bombay International School was founded by the Bombay International School Association, which was registered with community support. Founding members numbered 183, and parents remain active partners in BIS governance; there are parent committees involved in school administration.
Fees
School type and overview of boarding
- Bombay International School (BIS) is a private, co-educational day school (no boarding provision).

Application / registration fees
- The school does not publish a fixed public application or registration fee amount. Fee-specific queries and application fee instructions are handled through the school's admissions/financial-aid process.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school does not publish a detailed per-grade, per-term fee schedule in publicly accessible materials. Published detailed tuition amounts by individual year group or term are not available in the school's public pages.
- Independent third-party school listings that aggregate available data report an indicative annual tuition figure in the region of INR 500,000 per year for day students; these are third-party estimates and are not presented as a detailed per-term, per-grade breakdown.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school uses an online fee-payment facility (a parents' Pay Fees portal) and processes payments via an online payment gateway; payment gateway (processing/convenience) charges are payable in addition to fees.
- Specific billing schedules (term dates, installment due dates, penalties for late payment, or per-term billing cycles) are not published in the school's public admission/financial-aid pages.

Boarding fees
- BIS is a day school and does not operate boarding/hostel facilities; therefore no boarding fees apply.

Other costs and fees (uniforms, transport, exams, materials, activities)
- Categories of additional charges that families should expect (commonly charged at international schools and relevant here) include: school uniform, transport/bus, external examination fees (IGCSE/IB), learning materials and textbooks, extracurricular activity fees, and school trips. The school's public pages do not publish fixed amounts for these items.

Refund information
- Refunds of excess or duplicate payments are handled by the school's accounts department; parents must email accounts@bis.edu.in to request a refund. Excess payments identified and verified will be refunded after verification.
- Refunds are processed only after due verification and will be completed within 30 days after receipt of the written complaint. The net refund amount is subject to deduction of transaction processing charges paid to the online payment gateway; no interest is paid on refunded amounts. The school reserves the right to amend refund policies.

Fee payment options and practical payment details
- Payments are accepted through the school's online fee portal (parent portal / Pay Fees) and are routed via an online payment gateway; convenience/processing charges apply. The school's public pages indicate the online pay portal as the mechanism for fee collection.
- The school's public pages do not publish a complete list of accepted card types, bank-transfer details, or cheque options; the presence of a payment gateway implies support for standard online payment methods subject to gateway terms and charges.

Concise summary of what is publicly available and what is not
- Publicly available school material confirms BIS is a private day school, that need-based financial aid is offered, that payments are processed through an online fee portal, and that the school's refund policy requires written requests and allows refunds within 30 days subject to gateway charges.
- The school does not publish a detailed, grade-by-grade or per-term fee schedule or fixed amounts for application/registration, uniforms, transport, exam or activity fees in its public admissions/financial-aid pages; independent third-party listings give a broad indicative annual figure (around INR 500,000 per year for day students) but do not provide a verified per-term/per-grade breakdown.

(Brief note on completeness: I searched the school's published admissions and financial-aid pages and the school's fee-refund policy and found explicit refund and payment‑gateway details but did not find any publicly posted grade-by-grade or per-term fee tables or fixed application/registration fee amounts. Third-party aggregators provide an indicative annual figure; the school's pages instruct fee inquiries to the admissions/accounts contacts.)
Academics

Bombay International School - Gilbert Campus teaches IB (PYP), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 19.

Curriculum
The BIS curriculum includes the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3-12, with Early Years (Lower Prep–Upper Prep) and Junior School (Grade 1–5). The PYP uses a thematic, hands-on approach with four pillars: Curiosity & Inquiry, Social & Emotional Development, Conceptual Understanding, and Creative Expression. Middle School (Grade 6-8) leads to Cambridge IGCSE (Grade 9-10), a four-year journey with active, differentiated learning and a broad subject offer. Cambridge IGCSE is offered to Grades 9-10, emphasizing research, critical thinking, collaboration, technology and global perspectives, preparing students for the IBDP. The IB Diploma Programme (Grade 11-12) is complemented by University Counselling, CAS and Results & Placements, underpinned by an Integrated Learning approach and a strong focus on student wellbeing.

Exam Results
IBDP Results (Class of 2025): 46 students; average BIS score 38.4/45; average grade 6.3/7; 20 students earned a perfect 3/3 in the core; 43 students appeared and obtained the IB Diploma; 233 total acceptances across countries. Destinations include USA (28 acceptances), UK (7), Canada (1), Europe (7), and India (21).

Higher Education Progression
DP 2025 placements show 233 total acceptances across countries, with destinations in the USA, UK, Canada, Europe and India. Notable universities include Carnegie Mellon University, Columbia University, Duke University, Emory University, Georgetown University, Northwestern University, Stanford University, Tufts University, the University of California system (e.g., UC San Diego, UC Berkeley), University of Michigan, University of Pennsylvania, and Wesleyan University.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Student wellbeing is prioritized at BIS. The Student Resource Centre (SRC) provides a safe space for students from Lower Prep through Grade 12, with wellbeing programs and counselling. SEE Learning (Social Emotional Ethical Learning) guides BIS's approach, a collaboration between Emory University and His Holiness the Dalai Lama that fosters emotional, social, and ethical intelligence. Wellbeing classes, Circle Time, and one-on-one counselling support students with sensory regulation, growth mindset, self-management, and emotional regulation. The SRC also offers programs to extend learning and targeted small-group sessions to support students beyond the classroom.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school offers a Life Skills curriculum to support the emotional and social well-being of students. Counsellors provide individual and group counselling. The school implements social-emotional learning programs. The school aims to cater to diverse learning needs and fosters a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment aligned with IB philosophy.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is prioritized at BIS. The SRC provides wellbeing classes and confidential one-on-one counselling to support social, behavioural, and emotional needs. Circle Time offers an outlet for students to express themselves and discuss differences, diversity, and inclusion. SEE Learning underpins BIS's approach to emotional and ethical development. The PeerSupport Group provides student-led support for emotional wellbeing.
Parent Experience

History
Bombay International School began in 1962 as a dream of founder members, a group of parents aspiring toward liberal and secular education for children in Mumbai. The school emphasizes the complete development of the learner and encourages independent learning and responsibility for one's own growth. Strong pedagogical practice and a robust coaching and training model support high standards in teaching, helping students achieve in IGCSE and IBDP board examinations. Our graduates have frequently received scholarships and gained admission to top universities in India and overseas.

Community
BIS offers a holistic learning approach featuring the IB Primary Years Programme, Integrated Middle School, Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme, with the curriculum complemented by creative arts, sports, educational tours and service learning initiatives. The BIS community life includes regular News and Events such as Edutours (e.g., Grade 4 to Wada and Grade 3 to Durshet Nature Trail), and events like Students For Students where alumni share university experiences with current students, and LITerally, a literary festival with author talks and workshops.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parents support the school informally and through a variety of Committees in significant areas of school administration. They work alongside teachers, students and administrators to foster a caring and collaborative community, reflecting BIS's emphasis on Parents as Partners.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Gilbert Campus is located in the Gilbert Building, Babulnath, 2nd Cross Road, Mumbai 400007. The Junior Campus is at 42, Sir Vithaldas Thackersey Marg, New Marine Lines, Mumbai 400020. BIS offers an integrated learning approach with the IB Primary Years Programme, the Integrated Middle School, the Cambridge IGCSE Program and the IB Diploma Programme, complemented by creative arts, sports, educational tours and service learning initiatives. The school promotes learning beyond books through holistic and experimental education. It supports student wellbeing with a robust Student Resource Centre (SRC), SEE Learning and ongoing counselling; BIS also emphasizes collaboration between parents and teachers.

Sports Facilities
Sporting activities include football, swimming, chess, badminton, squash, cricket, horse riding. Sports are listed among BIS's diverse engagements alongside creative arts, educational tours and service learning. Physical education and athletics are integrated as part of BIS's holistic education. Yoga and other movement activities are visible in BIS student life.

Academic Facilities
The BIS curriculum includes the IB Primary Years Programme, Integrated Middle School, Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme. All students are registered for the full IB Diploma and may choose subjects based on passion; they can pursue three sciences if they wish to pursue medicine. The core IB requirements of Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and CAS are included in the Diploma Programme. The school provides university guidance and a cap of 15 worldwide applications to ensure thoughtful university selection. BIS emphasises a broad subject range across sciences, humanities and arts as part of the Diploma.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Students excel in creative pursuits such as piano, acting, tabla, theatre, writing, film editing and visual arts. They pursue wildlife photography, bird watching, table tennis, ballet, jazz, music technology, guitar, flute, drums, kathak and acrobatics. Service learning and community service are central, with NGO partnerships and CAS initiatives such as Lil Champs. Students participate in clubs like Math, Chess, MUN, Cooking, Dance and Yoga. BIS hosts events like LITerally and Students for Students, which connect alumni, authors and the broader BIS community.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Young Entrepreneurs Conference (YEC) at The Doon School, Dehradun, featured BIS participation with a team of 11 Grade 12 students representing BIS. BIS won runner-up Best Delegate, with simulations, startup pitches, crisis management, and teamwork challenging participants. BIS also engages in Integrated Projects (Grade 9) that explore how knowledge is shaped by history and the relationship between knowledge and culture. IBDP Year 11 students embarked on the Math Voyage to the Elephanta Caves to study mathematics in real-world contexts, exploring geometry, symmetry, and patterns in the natural and built environment.

Arts & Creative
LITerally, BIS Junior School turned into a literary wonderland with author talks, fireside chats, and workshops featuring creators like Abhijeet Kini, Dipna, Neville Bharucha, and Sonia & Abha Mehta. Students dropped everything and read, attended workshops, and engaged in artful activities during lunch hours, including bookmark making and kawaii art. The BIS theatre program performed on stage in events such as BIS Shines at Connections-India @ NCPA and the Puppetarians' closing performance. The LitFest and related activities nurtured creativity across reading, performance, and visual arts.

Cultural & Language
Español in Action: BIS grade 9 students spent mornings at Taronja School in Valencia, learning Spanish in an immersion setting, with activities like cooking tapas, flamenco, and a paella party, and exploring local markets. German language immersion included a weeklong trip to Schwäbisch Hall where students navigated streets, bought groceries, and used public transport as part of their language learning. Hindi Comes Alive in the Hills gave BIS students immersive Hindi experiences with language sessions and culturally rooted activities in Landour.

Social & Hobbies
Pawsitive Action engaged younger students in community animal welfare, with Grade 1 students making stuffed sock animals and fundraising for Terra Anima Trust. Upper Prep students participated in a Mumbai Treasure Hunt that blended exploration with learning. Lower Prep enjoyed Pajamas With a Purpose, an overnight camp that combined day-night education with hands-on activities. A dedicated reading culture was promoted through Drop Everything and Read sessions at BIS.

Community & Service
Small Hands, Big Impact saw BIS students plant trees and contribute to Terra Anima Trust, emphasizing environmental stewardship. Circle of Support organized sessions with mental health professionals to support families during challenging academic years, underscoring a caring community. The IBDP Student Council led kindness initiatives, including decorating cookies and cards for NGOs across the city, reinforcing service and social responsibility.

Leadership & Professional
New Student Government Takes Charge shows BIS's commitment to student leadership, with elections highlighting agency, collaboration, and service to the BIS community. The YEC participation develops entrepreneurial thinking, teamwork, and public speaking under realistic simulations. The IBDP Student Council and Grade 6–7 initiatives bridge leadership with community service, coordinating activities for NGOs and charitable causes.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
A robust Student Resource Centre supports emotional health with wellbeing classes, circle time, and one-on-one counseling, guided by SEE Learning for social, emotional, and ethical development. BIS runs a Summer Program where older students mentor younger BIS learners through storytelling, conversations, games, role play, and creative expression. The school calendar features sports and physical activity events such as the Interhouse Football Tournament, Lower and Upper Prep Sports Day, and a Swim Gala, reinforcing fitness, teamwork, and school spirit.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include English A: Lang and Literature HL/SL; German ab SL; Hindi B SL; Spanish ab SL.
Admissions

Admissions
The BIS admissions process includes Admission Entry Points: Chance Vacancies for Grades 1–7 in the 2026–27 academic year (register interest; you will be notified if a vacancy arises; the form must be completed each year), Lower Prep (admission process closed for 2026; register interest for the class of 2027), Grade 8 (admissions closed for 2026), Grade 9 (Cambridge IGCSE) (no openings for 2026), and IBDP (Grade 11) (IBDP admissions for the Class of 2026–2028 are closed; for information about 2027 admissions email). Register Your Interest is available via the Admissions section.

Scholarships
The BIS Financial Aid Program offers need-based financial aid; indicate this on the application form. For information about fees and financial aid, email admissions@bis.edu.in. Our recent graduates have often received scholarships and gained admission to top universities in India and overseas.
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