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Canadian International School India

India, Bengaluru

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₹775,500 - 1,525,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 700
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1996
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)
Taught languages French, Hindi, Mandarin, Spanish, English, Japanese
Typical class size 30
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Canadian International School India in Bengaluru offers a Pre-K to Grade 12 program that weaves Cambridge Primary and Secondary curricula with Cambridge IGCSE and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, supporting students toward global study and careers. The campus caters to ages 3 to 18 and includes a boarding option for Grades 6–12 in a modern, welcoming setting. CIS Bangalore is the first IB Diploma Programme (IB DP) school in Bengaluru and pioneered a 1:1 iPad programme in South India. It operates entirely on solar power and is recognised as an Apple Distinguished School in India. Facilities include The Odeum Performing Arts Centre, a Music room, and modern libraries with Destiny Library Catalogue and digital resources. The 25-metre swimming pool, gym, floodlit tennis courts, turf soccer field and other sports amenities support an active lifestyle. A strong array of clubs and service projects complements the curriculum, along with experiential learning opportunities beyond the classroom.

4 & 20, BSF Campus, Yelahanka, Manchenahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560064, India

The Essentials

Canadian International School India has 700 pupils, typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English.

Location
4 & 20 Manchenahalli, Yelahanka, Bangalore 560064, India. Located in Yelahanka, a northern Bengaluru suburb. Accessible via local roads with visitor directions available on the CIS site.

Stages
Elementary School, Middle School, and High School. Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme are offered.

Type
The school is an international day school with a boarding program. Boarding houses students in Grades 6–12 in a modern, welcoming accommodation.

Additional learning support
Learning Support is provided across PreK–Grade 12 with in‑class support and differentiated instruction. English as an Additional Language is provided with one EAL teacher per grade from Grades 1–8 for in‑class support, plus small‑group English classes; the Learning Support team supports students with mild to moderate learning needs and collaborates on IEPs.

School day structure
The School Day is well‑structured and dynamic, with grade‑level class blocks and a balanced mix of academic and non‑academic activities.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding is available on campus for Grades 6–12. The boarding community hosts over 70 students from 16 countries in two wings for boys and girls, with rooms shared by two students of the same grade/age and separate lounges with recreational facilities. Boarding parents supervise on each floor and tutors provide academic support, with after-school activities and weekend excursions. A typical day runs from a 6:30 AM wake-up to lights out after 10:00–10:30 PM (breakfast at 7:15 AM, classes begin at 8:10 AM, and dinner at 7:30–8:00 PM); the boarding closed periods include Dusserha, winter break, spring break, and summer holidays; parents may visit with advance notice.

Food Options
The school provides a K-12 lunch program with daily updated menus and separate EY/ES and MS/HS lunch menus, plus morning snacks for EY/ES. Boarders have meals on campus, including breakfast at 7:15 AM and dinner at 7:30–8:00 PM, with evening snacks and structured dining within the boarding routine.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a Sterling Developers group venture. The Managing Director and Board Member is Shweta Sastri, who leads CIS; she is also a Director at Sterling Developers.
Fees

Annual tuition at Canadian International School India ranges from INR 775,500 to INR 1,525,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Admission Fees
- Application / non‑refundable admission fee: ₹18,000 (one‑time).
- Security deposit (listed as refundable by some sources): commonly published as ₹60,000 (one‑time refundable security).

Tuition fees by year group (day students) — per academic year
- Early years (Nursery, LKG, UKG): reported totals around ₹774,700–₹776,300 per year.
- Primary (Grades 1–5): reported ranges approximately ₹8,30,000 up to ₹1,130,700 per year (figures vary by class).
- Middle school (Grades 6–8): reported ranges approximately ₹9,10,000 up to ₹1,206,700 per year.
- Secondary (Grades 9–10): reported ranges approximately ₹9,35,000 up to ₹1,243,900 per year.
- Senior secondary / Diploma years (Grades 11–12, IB/IGCSE pathways): reported figures vary; some published annual day‑school figures are around ₹6,35,999–₹6,80,000 for IB/IGCSE day study, while other class‑specific listings for Grades 11–12 appear in the ₹10,30,000 per year range. Expect published figures to vary by curriculum (IB vs IGCSE) and by source.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing frequency reported by third‑party listings varies: some class fee breakdowns are shown as monthly installments (÷12) while other listings present an annual total; a lump‑sum (annual) payment discount of 5% is reported.
- Late payment / finance charges are reported in published notes (example: a finance/late fee listed at ₹500 per day in one public fee summary). Tuition may be prorated for mid‑term admissions in some published notes; other published notes state tuition is not prorated on early withdrawal.

Boarding / residential fees (where applicable)
- Boarding is offered for Grades 6–12. Reported one‑time and annual boarding costs include an admission/registration charge of ₹18,000 and a one‑time boarding payment (joining/security/one‑time payment) noted at about ₹180,000, with annual boarding tuition figures reported in the range of approximately ₹1,250,000 to ₹1,500,000 per year depending on curriculum (IGCSE vs IB) and the listing.
- Market lists for boarding schools in the region place CIS boarding annual totals in a wider range (examples published around ₹1,350,000–₹1,700,000 per year).

Other compulsory / optional costs
- Transport (school bus / AC bus): reported amounts vary by source and by billing period. Examples published include approximately ₹35,000 per year on some class breakdowns, AC bus charges published as ~₹40,000 per term (with a higher per‑term charge for distances over 30 km), and other listings that show transport totals up to ~₹90,000 per year for some programmes. Transport is optional and charged separately from tuition in the published summaries.
- Security deposit: many class fee breakdowns include a refundable security amount (commonly shown as ₹60,000).
- Device / technology purchase option: published notes indicate Grade 6–12 students may opt to purchase iPads through the school at a discount (example: offered at 10% below MRP in a published note).
- Sibling discounts and concessions: published summaries report sibling discounts for additional children (examples: a small percentage discount for third and subsequent siblings) and that only one discount may be applied per fee item.
- Uniform, books and specific subject or exam entry fees are commonly additional and may be charged separately; the public summaries accessed do not list detailed single‑line rates for uniform or every ancillary cost.

Refund and refundable items
- Refundable items: published class fee breakdowns commonly list a refundable security deposit (example: ₹60,000).
- Refund policy for tuition: some published public fee summaries explicitly state that tuition fees are non‑refundable (example: a published note that "there will be NO refunds on fees"). Other published summaries still show refundable security deposits while treating tuition as non‑refundable. Expect refundable security deposits but limited or no refund on tuition in the publicly posted fee notes.

Fee payment options
- Published public summaries and school admission flows indicate standard school invoicing and installment models are used; specific, universally published payment methods for this campus (credit card, bank transfer, cheque, online gateway) do not appear as a single definitive list in the public fee summaries accessed. Parents are shown to be able to pay via standard institutional billing processes and installment plans in the published materials; exact accepted payment instruments are provided directly on the school's enrollment/invoice documentation.

Notes on variations and what was found
- Multiple recent public summaries and school listings publish fee amounts for the 2025–2026 and 2026–2027 sessions; the numbers vary by source and by whether the listing presents annual totals, first‑year totals for a new admission (which can include one‑time security and admission charges), or class‑specific tuition figures presented as monthly equivalents. Published sources used for this overview include school listings and regional boarding‑school fee compilations that show a range of figures for day and boarding options.

If you need this presented in a different layout (for example separate line items per grade with the exact source reference after each figure), that can be prepared from the published summaries noted above.
Academics

Canadian International School India teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is CIS's High School curriculum for students aged 14–16, with examinations held in May of Grade 10. Students select their subjects at the start of Grade 9 and study at Core or Extended levels. The curriculum includes English Language & Literature, English Language, Hindi, French, Spanish, Mandarin, and ESL, plus subjects across Groups 3–8 such as Coordinated Sciences, International Maths and Additional Maths, Business Studies, Economics, Global Perspectives, Environmental Management, ICT/Computer Science, Design Technology, Art Foundation, and Physical Education. The IGCSE is described as rigorous and globally recognized, with a range of assessment methods and real-world applications. The programme provides a clear progression pathway to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

Higher Education Progression
CIS provides University & Career Guidance with a Four-Year University & Career Pathway that starts before Grade 9. Counselors support Grade 9–12 students with university applications to top global universities across North America, the UK & Europe, Asia, and Australia and beyond. The program includes profile building, internships, portfolio development, mock interviews and destination-specific scholarship guidance. CIS is an official SAT testing center (Center Code: 63377) with on-campus SAT testing and PSAT for Grade 11.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
CIS counsellors understand children's developmental, social, and emotional needs to support students' well-being. They are culturally sensitive and operate as a partnership among students, the counsellor, teachers, and parents. Counseling helps build trust, explore emotions and behaviors, and set personal or behavioral goals. They share strategies to reduce stress and help students identify personal interests to support well-being. Counseling is delivered through individualized sessions, group counselling, and whole-class or grade-level sessions, with support for families in transition and CIS Child Protection advocacy services; interactions are confidential except when safety is at risk.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Learning Support ensures all students can succeed. The LS team provides in-class support across the campus to challenge and support learners. Classrooms offer differentiated experiences from PreK to Grade 12 to address most learning differences within regular classroom learning. The LS team provides targeted support for students who need occasional help or greater oversight, based on ongoing assessment. They work with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) provided by clinical psychologists to address identified needs. Parents are partners, and regular family communication supports a child's development toward independent learning.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the language of teaching and learning at CIS. The EAL program combines in-class support with specialized English classes to assist English language learners. An EAL teacher supports each grade from 1–8, providing daily in-class support so ELLs learn alongside native English speakers. In World Language classes (French, Hindi, Mandarin, Spanish), EAL students attend small English-language classes to further support language development; Grade 9-10 EAL students participate in the IGCSE program to prepare for the IB program. EAL teachers collaborate with homeroom and subject teachers, and CIS uses the WIDA standards and the Can Do philosophy to guide language development.

Mental Wellbeing
CIS supports student mental wellbeing primarily through the school counselling program. Counselling offers strategies to reduce stress and supports emotional regulation, relationships, and personal growth. It includes individualized, group, and whole-class sessions, with involvement of families in transitions. Interactions are confidential, with safeguarding considerations if there is risk. The approach emphasizes building resilience and helping students identify personal interests to foster well-being.

Safeguarding
CIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students on and off campus. The safeguarding policies reflect that commitment. All job applicants must undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the appropriate Criminal Records Bureau. CIS provides Child Protection advocacy services.
Parent Experience

History
The school provides pre-kindergarten to Grade 12 education in Bangalore. Founded in 1996, CIS uses international curricula to challenge all aspects of learning. CIS Bangalore is the first IB Diploma Programme (IB DP) school in Bangalore and the first 1:1 iPad school in South India. It operates 100% on solar power and is the first Apple Distinguished School in India.

Community
CIS, Bangalore is a diverse community of students, families, faculty, and staff from over 40 nationalities. We value cultures and languages and the host country culture of India. Student and parent voice is welcomed, accepted, and celebrated. We are stronger through our diversity and lasting relationships that span the globe, and we strive to support students to be active, responsible agents in their own learning.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
CIS Bangalore operates on 100% solar energy for its electricity and is the first carbon-neutral school in Bangalore. The campus includes arts spaces such as The Odeum (Performing Arts Centre) and a Music room. Lounges and a common cafeteria form part of boarding amenities for boarders and day students. The sports and recreation facilities include a 25-metre swimming pool, a gym, floodlit tennis courts, a badminton court, basketball courts, and a turf soccer field. Experiential Learning is integrated beyond the classroom, with real-world projects and hands-on opportunities.

Sports Facilities
Football field is the most-used sports facility on campus. Facilities include a 25-metre swimming pool, floodlit tennis courts, a badminton court, basketball courts, and a turf soccer field.

Academic Facilities
Destiny Library Catalogue provides access to Destiny MS resources and databases. Science in Context and an arts/humanities database support research across subjects. For Grade 4 onwards, there are e-books, audiobooks, and e-magazines with student login access. The Secondary Library can provide reminders and assistance as needed.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After-school activities for all ages include soccer, basketball, theater, art, karate, and capoeira for Elementary students. Middle and High School students have dedicated practice and training sessions for CIS sports teams. Athletics and activities are complemented by Clubs and Organizations and experiential learning opportunities beyond the classroom.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers Debate and Theory of Knowledge Conferences as part of CIS's clubs. Chess & Board Games is also available to develop strategic thinking and problem solving.

Arts & Creative
Drama, Dance, Arts & Crafts are offered as clubs. Do-It-Yourself Projects and Knitting provide hands-on creative outlets.

Cultural & Language
Model United Nations Conferences are included as a CIS club. Elementary clubs meet on Thursdays and secondary clubs run on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Social & Hobbies
Chess & Board Games and Table Tennis are offered as clubs. Ultimate Frisbee and Yoga provide active, social outlets beyond academics.

Community & Service
CAS activities with Sri Lankan refugee school students and Habitat for Humanity are part of the program. These experiences connect service with club time and extend learning beyond the classroom.

Leadership & Professional
Student Council is one of CIS's clubs. Clubs offer leadership development, and students may propose new clubs by approaching the teacher in charge.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The athletic program offers football (soccer), basketball, swimming, table tennis, tennis, cricket, and volleyball. CIS is a member of BAASC and FOBISIA, providing inter-school opportunities to compete. Athletics and other activities contribute to a balanced approach to learning.
Languages

Language Provision
The school offers world language choices including French, Hindi (language & culture), Mandarin (most grades), and Spanish from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Students continue studying one world language in elementary school and may choose a different language at the start of middle school in Grade 6; they continue learning the same language through Grade 12 to develop fluency. In the IB Diploma Programme, French, Spanish, or Mandarin may be studied at beginner (Ab Initio) or intermediate (B) level, while Hindi is offered at the intermediate level. Mother Tongue (MT) classes in French and Japanese can be offered at any grade level per community needs.

Bilingual Teaching
The school teaches in English.
Reputation

Accreditations
The school is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). The school is fully authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) as an IB World School and offers the IB Diploma Programme in grades 11–12.
Admissions

Admissions
The CIS admissions process starts with an online enquiry to create an admissions account. After creating the account, you complete the admissions forms and upload documents to your student's dashboard. Schedule your school visit Monday–Friday, 9 am to 3 pm; appointments last about 1.5 hours. Once you submit the application details, the admissions office provides information to schedule a family conversation and a campus tour; long‑distance families can use a virtual school tour. Step 3 is scheduling Shadow Days for Kindergarten or an Entrance Test for Grades 1–11; long‑distance families can have Entrance Tests (Grades 3–10) at the current school, and for Kindergarten long‑distance applicants a confirmation that the Kindergarten Admission Guidelines are met is required. The Application Fee is $200 per child. CIS notifies applicants of admission status about two weeks after the Observation day or Entrance Test. If admitted, you receive an acceptance letter and the Finance Department invoices a registration fee of $2000 to hold the seat. Submit remaining documents and pay the first‑term tuition before school starts.

Scholarships
Merit‑Based Scholarship: available to new Grade 11 (IB) applicants for the 2025–2026 academic year; Indian citizens with a minimum of 90% in previous grades; up to three scholarships awarded each year, with one scholarship possible for a current Grade 10 CIS student. Applications require completing the school application form and uploading reports (Grade 8, Grade 9 full year, and Grade 10 Term 1); applicants must email a personal introduction and intent to apply for the CIS Merit Scholarship at scholarships@cisb.org.in by the stated deadline (January 16, 2025, 4:00 PM). Selection involves initial eligibility screening, interviews and testing, with admissions tests in English Reading and Mathematics and a written sample; the CIS Scholarship Committee's decision is final. Important notes: scholarship decisions are based on all criteria; awarding a scholarship does not guarantee enrolment; final decision rests with the CIS Scholarship Committee.
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