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Calcutta International School

India, Kolkata

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₹45,000 - 150,667
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 700
Type Co-educational
Opened 1953
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Hindi, Bengali, French, Spanish
Typical class size 20
Strengths Academic Enrichment, STEM, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Calcutta International School, founded in 1953, serves international and local communities in Kolkata from its Anandapur campus. The institution implements the Early Years Foundation Stage framework for early education, transitioning into the Cambridge Primary and Secondary pathways, Cambridge IGCSE, and finally offering both the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and Cambridge A-Levels for upper secondary students. Facilities include specialized science laboratories, a dedicated library, art studios, and an audio-visual room. The school is distinctively known for hosting CALMUN, its annual student-led Model United Nations conference that draws participants across the region to debate global affairs. Students also engage in regular community outreach initiatives via the school's active Interact Club. Instruction is entirely in English, with additional modern languages like French, German, and Spanish taught as subjects. The co-educational day school provides transport services across the city via a monitored bus network.

724, Eastern Metropolitan Bypass, near Fortis Hospital, Anandapur, VIP Nagar, Kolkata, West Bengal 700107, India

The Essentials

Calcutta International School has 700 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
724 Anandapur, Eastern Metropolitan Bypass, Kolkata 700107, West Bengal, India

Stages
Pre-Nursery to Grade 12 (ages 3 to 18)

Type
Private co-educational day school

Pupil Nationality Mix
Multicultural student body representing over 17 nationalities from all continents.

Additional learning support
Dedicated SEN department, counselling department, and language development support for students needing additional assistance.

Country affiliation
India (with British curriculum heritage)

Religious affiliation
Non-denominational

School day structure
Full-day programme with regular assemblies, interactive classroom sessions, and after-school extracurricular activities.

Bus service
Contact the school for transport arrangements.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Day school only; no boarding facilities.

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is required.

Food Options
On-campus dining arrangements available. Contact the school for details.

House System
Student clubs and leadership roles available.

Governance and Ownership
Governed by a Board of Governors. Originally founded as King's House School in 1953 and registered as Calcutta International School in 1970.
Fees

Annual tuition at Calcutta International School ranges from INR 45,000 to INR 150,667 for 2026/27.

Annual tuition ranges from approximately INR 2,11,600 for Pre-Nursery to INR 4,61,600 for the IB Diploma, inclusive of tech, event, and session fees. One-time admission and development fees apply.
Academics

Calcutta International School teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Cambridge curriculum from Primary through IGCSE (Grades 9-10). Students in Grades 11-12 choose between Cambridge A Levels or the IB Diploma Programme.

Student Teacher Ratio
The school highlights favourable student-teacher ratios as a key feature. Over 700 students enrolled.

Exam Results
Graduates have progressed to leading universities worldwide.

Higher Education Progression
Career counselling programme supports university applications and placements at top institutions.

Gifted and Talented
Enrichment through robotics, coding, AI projects, and internship opportunities for senior students.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Dedicated counselling department providing social and emotional support for all students.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
SEN department with specialised staff supporting students with diverse learning needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Language development programme supporting students for whom English is an additional language.

Mental Wellbeing
On-campus counselling department and whole-school safety interventions programme.

Safeguarding
Whole-school safety interventions programme. On-campus infirmary staffed by qualified nurse with emergency partnership with Fortis Hospital.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 1953 as King's House School on Lee Road by a British family who sought quality education for their sons in Kolkata. Miss Barth was appointed as the first principal. Officially registered as Calcutta International School in 1970. The school relocated to its current Anandapur campus in 2006, growing from 2 students to over 700.

Community
Multicultural community with over 17 nationalities represented. Active alumni network and parent engagement through regular events and Open House programmes.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parent portal available for communication and engagement. Regular Open House events for parents.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
State-of-the-art campus completed in 2024 with modern libraries, science labs, computer labs, language rooms, an audio-visual room, art studio, music room, indoor games room, Tot Lot play area, and an on-campus infirmary staffed by a qualified nurse with Fortis Hospital partnership.

Sports Facilities
Indoor games room with table tennis, chess, and carrom. Football, basketball, and cricket programmes available. Tot Lot playground for primary students. Yoga and aerobics space.

Academic Facilities
Four specialised science labs (physics, chemistry, biology, general), junior ICT lab with 24 desktops, senior ICT lab with laptops for robotics and coding, language rooms, and a well-stocked library with books in regional and foreign languages.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Football, basketball, cricket, music, western dance, vocals, photography, robotics, chess, and more. Mandatory participation for Grades 3-8, optional for Grades 9-12.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Robotics, coding, AI projects, chess club, and internship opportunities for senior students.

Arts & Creative
Art studio supporting drawing, painting, printmaking, clay modelling, and digital media. Music room with piano, keyboards, drums, and guitars. Photography and western dance.

Cultural & Language
Multicultural community with students from over 17 nationalities. Regional and foreign language programmes available.

Social & Hobbies
Student clubs, photography, dance, and a one-month trial period to explore activities before committing.

Community & Service
Community engagement and alumni network fostering connections between current and former students.

Leadership & Professional
Career counselling programme, internship placements, and student leadership roles.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Counselling department, yoga, aerobics, and whole-school safety interventions programme.
Languages

Language Provision
Dedicated language rooms with age-appropriate books and digital tools. Regional and foreign language learning supported across all year groups.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the primary medium of instruction. Hindi, Bengali, French, and Spanish are available as additional languages.
Reputation

Awards
Over 70 years of educational excellence since 1953. Recognised as a leading international school in Kolkata.

Accreditations
Affiliated with Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE), Edexcel UK, and the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO).
Admissions

Admissions
Online application form available at calcuttais.edu.in. Registration fee of INR 8,000 for all grades. Open House events held regularly. Grade XI admissions have a separate process.

Scholarships
Contact the school for scholarship information.

Waitlist
Admission is subject to seat availability.
School Events
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