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Candor International School

India, Bengaluru

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₹387,700 - 876,000
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1000
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2010
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Hindi, Korean, Spanish, French
Typical class size 24
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form, High School
Introduction

Candor International School is a co-educational international campus located on a 25-acre green estate in Begur-Koppa Road, Bengaluru, near Electronic City, Karnataka 560083. The school serves ages 3 to 18 and operates a two-curriculum model, offering the IB program (PYP for Pre-K to Grade 5, MYP for Grades 6–8, and DP for Grades 11–12) alongside Cambridge curricula (IGCSE for Grades 9–10 and AS/A Levels for Grades 11–12). An on-campus residential facility provides weekly and regular boarding for Grades 5–12. The campus hosts extensive sports and arts facilities, including a swimming pool, synthetic courts, an artificial turf football field, archery, and a range of indoor spaces, plus organic and dairy farms. Candor was launched in 2011 and became India's first Green School in 2014. English is the primary medium, with English, French, Hindi, Kannada, and Spanish offered through a multilingual language policy and ESL support. The community represents over 18 nationalities.

www.candorschool.edu.in

Begur - Koppa Rd, off Bannerghatta Main Rd, near Electronic City, Hullahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560083, India

Vibes and Culture
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The Essentials

Candor International School has 1,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 24, instruction in English.

Location
Begur-Koppa Road (Off Bannerghatta Road), Electronic City, Bangalore, Karnataka 560105, India. The campus sits on a 25-acre green site with an organic vegetable farm and a dairy farm, in Bengaluru near Electronic City and Bannerghatta Road.

Stages
Primary School; Middle School; High School. The school offers Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma Programmes across these levels.

Type
Co-educational international school with on-campus residential facility (boarding) for Grade 5 to Grade 12.

Country affiliation
India
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Candor International School ranges from INR 387,700 to INR 876,000 for 2026/27.

One‑time application / admission fee (non‑refundable)

- One‑time admission payment required at offer acceptance, amount varies by programme and year group: INR 125,000 for Early Years and Primary Years categories; INR 150,000 for Lower Middle School (Grades 6–8) and IGCSE (Grades 9–10); INR 175,000 for AS/A‑Level or IBDP (Grades 11–12).

Tuition fees — Day scholar (breakdown by programme / year group and instalments)

- Early Years Programme (PreK / EY1 / EY2)
- 1st instalment (due by 1 June): INR 139,300.
- 2nd instalment (due by 1 Oct): INR 124,200.
- 3rd instalment (due by 1 Feb): INR 124,200.
- Total annual tuition (day scholar): INR 387,700.

- Primary Years Programme (Grades 1–5)
- 1st instalment (due by 1 June): INR 178,500.
- 2nd instalment (due by 1 Oct): INR 163,600.
- 3rd instalment (due by 1 Feb): INR 163,600.
- Total annual tuition (day scholar): INR 505,700.

- Lower Middle School / CLS (Grades 6–8)
- 1st instalment (due by 1 June): INR 222,500.
- 2nd instalment (due by 1 Oct): INR 206,500.
- 3rd instalment (due by 1 Feb): INR 206,500.
- Total annual tuition (day scholar): INR 635,500.

- IGCSE (Grades 9–10)
- 1st instalment (due by 1 June): INR 273,400.
- 2nd instalment (due by 1 Oct): INR 258,300.
- 3rd instalment (due by 1 Feb): INR 258,300.
- Total annual tuition (day scholar): INR 790,000.

- AS & A Level / IBDP (Grades 11–12)
- 1st instalment (due by 1 June): INR 302,000.
- 2nd instalment (due by 1 Oct): INR 287,000.
- 3rd instalment (due by 1 Feb): INR 287,000.
- Total annual tuition (day scholar): INR 876,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard instalment dates: 1st instalment due by 1 June; 2nd instalment due by 1 October; 3rd instalment due by 1 February. Payment of the applicable instalment(s) and one‑time admission payment is required to secure or confirm a place. Withdrawals for the following academic year must be intimated on or before 1 March of the current year.

- Sibling rebate: a sibling rebate of INR 75,000 is available (rules for continuing/new student combinations and multiple siblings are specified by the school).

- Additional support fees: where a student requires English as a Second Language (ESL) guidance or Additional Learning Support (ALS), an extra charge per instalment applies: INR 20,000 per instalment for PYP, INR 25,000 per instalment for Middle School (MSP), and INR 35,000 per instalment for High School students.

Boarding (residential) provision and fees

- Boarding is offered on campus for students from Grade 5 to Grade 12 (weekly and full boarding options are available).

- Public school listings and school directories list an annual full‑boarding fee in the range reported by school‑listing services; for example a commonly listed full‑boarding figure is INR 275,000 per year (full boarding). Parents should treat boarding as a separate charge in addition to tuition where applicable.

What is included and excluded from the published tuition

- Inclusions (examples listed with the tuition): meals (breakfast, mid‑morning snack, lunch and evening snack), school formal and sports uniforms (house T‑shirts, socks, shoes), notebooks and stationery, RFID card and co‑curricular activities during school hours, library and computer lab access, and local field trips within Bangalore.

- Exclusions (examples listed separately): textbooks; external or board examination fees (IB, IGCSE, AS/A‑Level exam charges and other external tests such as ACT/PSAT where applicable); field trips that include outstation travel or extended travel costs; transportation (bus) charges. Additional optional activities and events may incur separate charges.

Other costs or mandatory charges

- Uniforms and basic stationery are listed among inclusions for the tuition bands above. Textbooks, exam registration fees and outstation trips are charged additionally and are not covered by the tuition totals. Separate transport fees apply if school transport is used. ESL/ALS charges are additional as noted.

Refund and cancellation rules

- Admission fees and other fees once paid are non‑refundable. The school does not offer fee refunds (partial or full) for withdrawals during the academic year except in exceptional medical circumstances supported by appropriate medical documentation. Parents must follow the school withdrawal notice timeline. Certificates and exit formalities are contingent on clearance of outstanding dues.

Accepted payment methods and bank details (payment options)

- Accepted payment channels include the school ERP (student portal), demand draft, cheque, online bank transfer, debit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express) and credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express). Bank transfer instructions and account details are published for use when paying from within India. Copies acknowledging a bank transfer should be emailed to the Admissions and Accounts teams as instructed at payment.

Miscellaneous commercial policy points

- Admission is confirmed only after receipt of the required one‑time payment and the required fee instalments as stated in the admission offer.
- The school's fee‑increase guideline indicates an annual increase typically within a stated slab (the school publishes an indicative range for fee increases).
- Optional programs, specialised trips, and certain assessments remain chargeable over and above the tuition bands shown above.

Key sources used for the figures above (school fee policy and official fee fact sheet, plus school listings where boarding totals are reported)

- The published school fee fact sheet and fee policy document that lists the instalments, totals, inclusions/exclusions, sibling rebate, ESL/ALS surcharge and payment methods.
- The school homepage and admissions materials that confirm on‑campus boarding is offered for Grades 5–12.
- Independent school‑listing services that report boarding fee figures used by families and aggregators (boarding fee reference).
Academics

Candor International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Candor offers the IB and Cambridge Curricula (CAIE). IB programmes include Early Years Programme (Pre-K to K2), Primary Years Programme (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12). Cambridge programmes include IGCSE (Grades 9–10) and AS & A Levels (Grades 11–12). The school operates a two-curriculum model with on-campus residential facilities for Grades 5–12.

Student Teacher Ratio
PYP (Grades 1–5): 24:1; Early Years (EY1–EY2): 18:1; Pre-K: 18:2.

Exam Results
100% results across IB and Cambridge boards.

Higher Education Progression
100% university placements; Candor students have gained admissions to top-ranked universities worldwide.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Admission Enquiry. Parents can call the school or fill the preliminary enquiry form to start the admissions process. The contact numbers are +91-94832-99999 and +91-77602-99995. An enquiry form is provided by the admissions team to gather initial information and guide next steps. This initiates the formal admissions process. 2. Application Form. Prospective students fill out the online application form provided by the admissions team. Parents email the completed, signed and scanned application form to [email protected]. The admissions team acknowledges receipt and explains the next steps, gathering essential information about the student's prior schooling. 3. School Visit. Parents and students are taken on a campus tour to view Candor's facilities and learn about programmes. If visiting in person is not possible, a virtual campus tour is available. The admissions team uses this visit to assess fit and answer questions about programmes and support services. 4. Interactions. Interactions with the Programme Coordinator and the Principal are arranged to discuss the student's goals and potential programme pathways. The discussion covers programme fit, expectations, and relevant needs or supports. 5. Aptitude Tests. Aptitude tests in English and Mathematics are conducted to assess language and numeracy levels. Results inform placement choices and any required learning support. The admissions team uses the outcomes to plan appropriate placement and support. 6. Acknowledgement. A confirmation email is sent to confirm receipt and to guide the applicant through the next steps of the admission process. This ensures the process continues smoothly toward final decision. 7. Fee Payment. Fee payment completes the admission process and confirms enrollment. The school provides details on amounts, due dates, and accepted payment methods. 8. Pre-Admission Procedure. For new enrolments, documents must be submitted: Birth Certificate photocopy; Original Transfer Certificate; Conduct Certificate; Photocopy of scholastic and co-curricular records; Medical records; Four passport-size photographs; and any other necessary information regarding transport, dining, and boarding. 9. Additional Documents for Overseas Students. Overseas students must provide a valid passport; a student visa (regular or provisional); proof of funds for the duration of studies in India; an equivalent certificate from the AIU for students who studied abroad (grades 9–10) to enable admission to Indian universities; the school will provide the necessary documents to support a student visa after registration. 10. Post Admission Procedure. After admission is granted, parents deposit the fees and submit the required documents; they receive an Admission Confirmation email with further formalities if any; uniforms and books can be purchased from the Stores Department; the timetable is issued to the homeroom teacher; the student handbook and parent handbook are shared for policy understanding. 11. For mid-term admissions. Parents must inform the school of their ward's joining date at least one week prior; teachers assist new students with syllabi covered to date. 12. Inclusion. Candor is inclusive and admission is never denied on the grounds of disability or learning differences if resources exist; the SEN Department supports learners and a counsellor is available; scanned clinical assessments are reviewed, and meetings with parents and the student determine the school's ability to provide adequate services. The school reserves the right to cancel enrolment if false information or documentation is provided. 13. Non-Refundable Fee Policy. A non-refundable fee policy applies to all participants upon registration. The policy explains why fees are non-refundable (operational costs, commitment, and preparations), and states that exemptions are not provided; transfers are not allowed; while refunds are not typically offered, a partial refund may be considered if the school cancels the event. How to pay is through the secure online gateway, after which a confirmation email with registration details is sent. Contact for questions is provided by the support team.

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