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Emerald Heights International School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1982
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum CBSE Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages English, French, Hindi, Samoan
Typical class size 30
Strengths Sport, STEM, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Emerald Heights International School is a co-educational K-12 day-cum-boarding campus in Indore, MP, affiliated to CBSE. Founded in 1982 by Smt. Suneeta Singh, the school sits on a 100-acre campus and offers Science, Commerce and Humanities streams with English, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and electives such as Informatics Practices, Physical Education and French. It participates in the College Board AP Program to earn college credit. Classrooms feature interactive touch-screen panels, supported by four lecture halls and high-tech laboratories for Chemistry, Biology and Physics, plus six air-conditioned computer laboratories with smart boards and about 300 computers. Specialized labs include Robotics, MUN, STEM and a Makers' Laboratory; Nalanda Library provides audio-visual facilities. The campus hosts a 400m nine-lane track, skating track, tennis courts, cricket grounds, a 25m swimming pool, gym and more. Round Square exchanges, AFS Intercultural Programs and NSLI-Y language opportunities, and a Career Counseling Cell enhance global exposure and guidance.

AB Road, Rau, Opposite Akashwani, Indore, MP, India – 453 331

The Essentials

Emerald Heights International School has typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English.

Location
AB Road, Rau, Opposite Akashwani, Indore, MP, India – 453 331. The campus is on a 100-acre site in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The school was founded on February 18, 1982 by late Smt. Suneeta Singh.

Stages
The Emerald Heights International School is a K-12 co-educational institution. It operates as a day-cum-boarding school on a 100-acre campus in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The main streams offered are Science, Commerce and Humanities.

Type
The school is a co-educational K-12 day-cum-boarding school in Indore, MP, India. It is affiliated to the CBSE board.

Country affiliation
India

School day structure
Boarding day follows a structured routine: for Class I–V, wake-up at 6:30 am, school hours 9:00 am–3:00 pm, lunch 1:30 pm–2:00 pm, and night tutorials 5:30 pm–8:00 pm, with lights out at 10:00 pm. For Class VI–XII, wake-up at 6:00 am, school hours 7:30 am–1:30 pm, lunch 1:30 pm–2:00 pm, and night tutorials 5:30 pm–8:00 pm, with self-study 10:00–11:00 pm for IX–XII.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
There are two boarding houses: Fort Prithviraj for boys and Rani Padmini for girls. Dorms are allocated by age groups and each dorm is supervised by an in‑charge, with a block head, domestic staff and resident tutors. Boarders follow a scheduled day that integrates academics, sports and co‑curricular activities, and meals are served in the dining hall with hygienic, nutritious options. The wellness centre oversees health and the campus is protected by 24/7 CCTV surveillance and security personnel.

Uniform Requirement
Junior School Uniform; Senior School Uniform.

Food Options
Meals served in the dining hall are hygienic, nutritious, and offer a variety of options.

House System
Boarding houses are Fort Prithviraj for boys and Rani Padmini for girls; dorms are allocated by age groups and are supervised by dorm in‑charges, with block heads, domestic staff and resident tutors.

Governance and Ownership
The Emerald Heights International School is part of The Emerald Heights group of schools, including The Emerald Heights World School and The Niranjana School. The Emerald Heights Foundation School is listed in the site's corporate identity. The school is CBSE affiliated (Affiliation No. 1030042).
Fees
Application & registration fees

- Registration / application (residential): INR 3,000 (non‑refundable) payable at the time of registration.
- Admission fee (boarders at time of admission): INR 50,000 (non‑refundable).
- Caution deposit (boarders): INR 10,000 (refundable).
- Pocket money (boarders, payable at admission): INR 15,000.

Tuition fees by year group (Session 2025–26) — per installment and annual totals

Notes common to these entries: fees below are shown as the school publishes them in two equal installments for the session; many class schedules add an optional bus charge (shown separately) and occasional one‑time charges (noted where applicable). Installment due dates and payment methods are listed in the Billing schedule section. Each item shows I Installment / II Installment and the annual total (I + II).

- LKG (main campus): Tuition I Installment INR 90,000 / II Installment INR 90,000 — Annual tuition INR 180,000. Bus (if taken) I Installment INR 11,000 / II Installment INR 11,000 — Annual bus INR 22,000; Total per installment with bus INR 101,000.
- LKG (Manoramanganj site): Tuition I Installment INR 90,000 / II Installment INR 90,000 — Annual tuition INR 180,000 (no bus amount shown for this variant).
- UKG: Tuition I Installment INR 90,000 / II Installment INR 90,000 — Annual tuition INR 180,000. Bus I Installment INR 11,000 / II Installment INR 11,000 — Annual bus INR 22,000; Total per installment with bus INR 101,000.
- Class I: Tuition I Installment INR 92,500 / II Installment INR 92,500 — Annual tuition INR 185,000. Bus I Installment INR 11,000 / II Installment INR 11,000; Total per installment with bus INR 103,500.
- Class II: Tuition I Installment INR 92,500 / II Installment INR 92,500 — Annual tuition INR 185,000. Bus I Installment INR 11,000 / II Installment INR 11,000; Total per installment with bus INR 103,500.
- Class III: Tuition I Installment INR 95,000 / II Installment INR 95,000 — Annual tuition INR 190,000. Bus I Installment INR 11,000 / II Installment INR 11,000; Total per installment with bus INR 106,000.
- Class IV: Tuition I Installment INR 95,000 / II Installment INR 95,000 — Annual tuition INR 190,000. Bus I Installment INR 11,000 / II Installment INR 11,000; Total per installment with bus INR 106,000.
- Class V: Tuition I Installment INR 95,000 / II Installment INR 95,000 — Annual tuition INR 190,000. Bus I Installment INR 11,000 / II Installment INR 11,000; Total per installment with bus INR 106,000.
- Class VI: Tuition I Installment INR 97,000 / II Installment INR 97,000 — Annual tuition INR 194,000. Bus I Installment INR 11,000 / II Installment INR 11,000; Total per installment with bus INR 108,000.
- Class VII: Tuition I Installment INR 97,000 / II Installment INR 97,000 — Annual tuition INR 194,000. Bus I Installment INR 11,000 / II Installment INR 11,000; Total per installment with bus INR 108,000.
- Class VIII: Tuition I Installment INR 97,000 / II Installment INR 97,000 — Annual tuition INR 194,000. Bus I Installment INR 11,000 / II Installment INR 11,000; Total per installment with bus INR 108,000.
- Class IX: Tuition I Installment INR 97,000 / II Installment INR 97,000 — Annual tuition INR 194,000. Bus I Installment INR 11,000 / II Installment INR 11,000; Total per installment with bus INR 108,000.
- Class X: Tuition I Installment INR 97,000 / II Installment INR 97,000 — Annual tuition INR 194,000. Counselling Fee charged in I Installment INR 2,500 (one‑time). Bus I Installment INR 11,000 / II Installment INR 11,000. Total I Installment (including counselling and bus) INR 110,500; Total II Installment INR 108,000.
- Class XI: Tuition I Installment INR 97,000 / II Installment INR 97,000 — Annual tuition INR 194,000. Bus I Installment INR 11,000 / II Installment INR 11,000; Total per installment with bus INR 108,000. (I Installment timing: at time of collecting Class Entry Pass).
- Class XII: Tuition I Installment INR 97,000 / II Installment INR 97,000 — Annual tuition INR 194,000. Bus I Installment INR 11,000 / II Installment INR 11,000; Total per installment with bus INR 108,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard fee schedule is two installments for the academic session: first installment due before 10 April and second installment due before 10 October of the session year; specific classes may require the first installment at a different event (for example Class XI first installment at collection of Class Entry Pass). Late payment surcharge: INR 15 per day is charged after May 30 for the first term and after November 30 for the second term (dates published with the session‑specific fee notices). Parents of newly admitted students must deposit fees within 7 days of admission to confirm the seat; non‑compliance may lead to cancellation and reallocation of the seat.

Boarding fees and boarding‑specific charges (residential students)

- School tuition fee plus boarding charges (boarders) for session 2025–26: I Installment INR 240,000 (payable at time of admission) / II Installment INR 240,000 (payable in October) — Annual boarding + tuition INR 480,000. Additional one‑time and admission charges for boarders: Registration, Form & Prospectus INR 3,000 (non‑refundable); Admission Fee INR 50,000 (non‑refundable); Caution Money INR 10,000 (refundable); Pocket Money INR 15,000 (payable at admission). Withdrawal rules for boarders: full fees for the term will be charged if parents withdraw during the term or before the term starts; notice requirements and penalties for end‑of‑term withdrawal are published in the boarding admissions rules.

Other recurring or one‑time fees and charges

- Bus (transport) charge where applicable: INR 11,000 per installment (INR 22,000 annually). The bus charge is shown separately from tuition and applied per installment for students who use school transport.
- Counselling / career‑services fee (where applicable): for Class X a one‑time counselling fee of INR 2,500 is charged in the first installment. Additional counselling or aptitude test charges may be applied as noted in the class fee notices.
- Late payment penalty: INR 15 per day after the published late dates (applies to overdue installments).

Refund information and cancellation

- General policy: online payments are normally non‑refundable; the school does not grant refunds in most cases but makes exceptions for very specific circumstances (for example duplicate payment, transaction failure where confirmation was not generated). Transaction / gateway fees charged during payment will not be refunded. Refund requests must be submitted in writing; excess or duplicate payments are processed after verification and may take up to the period described in the school's refund procedure. The school's formal fee‑refund document sets out the process, deductions (transaction charges), and jurisdiction for disputes. For boarders, withdrawing during the term results in full fees for the term being charged.

Fee payment options and instructions

- Online portal (recommended): school parent portal / payment gateway where payments are accepted using Net Banking, UPI, Debit Card or Credit Card (the school uses the parent/ERP portal and payment gateway for fee collection). Steps and portal link are provided by the school for online payment.
- Bank transfer / NEFT / RTGS: bank transfer instructions are provided in fee notices where applicable; parents are asked to share transfer details (UTR/transaction reference) after NEFT/RTGS payments.
- Cash / Cheque / Demand Draft at the school fee counter: cheques/DD are to be drawn in favour of the payee name stated on the class fee notice (the notices indicate the correct beneficiary name to be used).

Important payment notes

- The school's online payment terms state that transaction charges and convenience charges are payable by the payer and are not refundable in most cases. Payment confirmation (transaction/order number) should be retained as the school requires it for any dispute or refund request. Specific timing rules apply for withdrawal‑related refunds; the school's refund policy and payment policy describe required written requests, deductions for gateway charges, and processing mechanics.

(End of fee overview.)
Academics

Emerald Heights International School teaches CBSE Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school is CBSE-affiliated. It emphasizes a broad spectrum of disciplines and experiences designed to foster lifelong learning. Class XI offers Science, Commerce, and Humanities streams with core subjects such as English, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; electives include Informatics Practices, Physical Education, Psychology, and French, with French and Painting listed among options. The College Board AP Program is described as enabling eligible high school courses to earn college credit.

Exam Results
The Emerald Heights International School has recorded notable academic achievements, including a state-level topper in the 6th International French Language Olympiad (IFLO) 2016-17 and a third position in the Gurukul Exam organized by Nai Duniya. The school has also featured in national-level English and Hindi essay competitions.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates have gained admission to universities worldwide, including institutions in the United States and the United Kingdom such as Cornell University, Yale University, Duke University, University of Exeter, University of Manchester, University of Edinburgh, and the London School of Economics, among others.

Gifted and Talented
The school is a Round Square member, reflecting a focus on experiential learning and leadership. It hosts the AP Program as part of its academic offerings to provide college credit opportunities. It is a YES center for the International Award for Young People (IAYP) and has participated in the AFS BP Global STEM Academies Program to foster STEM and intercultural learning.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Pastoral care and safeguarding are upheld within its boarding houses. Boarding life fosters social and cultural learning as students from diverse backgrounds come together on campus. Participation and teamwork are encouraged to develop social skills. Boarding staff supervise dorms and provide guidance, offering emotional mentorship to students. The school supports social-emotional development through community and co-curricular activities. The Wellness centre is staffed by trained doctors and nurses and promotes overall well-being.

Mental Wellbeing
The Wellness centre is staffed by trained doctors and nurses and oversees the physical health of the students. The campus environment promotes well-being and safety in boarding life. Boarders are supported by dorm staff who provide guidance and emotional mentorship. A structured schedule balances academics, sports, and recreation to support overall well-being. Participation in social and cultural activities helps sustain mental well-being.

Safeguarding
Pastoral care and safeguarding are upheld within its boarding houses. Welfare and safety of boarders are top priorities. Two boarding houses are Fort Prithviraj for boys and Rani Padmini for girls. Each dorm is supervised by an in-charge with additional block heads, domestic staff, and resident tutors who provide academic and personal mentorship. The campus is protected by 24/7 CCTV surveillance and trained security personnel.
Parent Experience

History
The Emerald Heights International School is a 100-acre campus in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. It was founded on February 18, 1982 by late Smt. Suneeta Singh (1958-2011). It is a CBSE-affiliated K-12 co-educational international day-cum-boarding school. The main streams offered are Science, Commerce and Humanities. The Emerald Heights emphasizes holistic development and instills values such as community service, national integration, and a global outlook.

Community
Life in Emerald Heights develops leadership and a sense of responsibility toward the environment, democracy, community service, and internationalism. The school is a Round Square member, a global network that supports experiential learning, conferences, student exchanges, service projects, leadership initiatives and IDEALS (Internationalism, Democracy, Environmental Stewardship, Adventure, Leadership and Service). It engages in intercultural exchanges through AFS Intercultural Exchanges and has hosted NSLI-Y programs, broadening intercultural understanding. The school maintains international partnerships with IPSC, World Leading Schools Association (WLSA), AFS, IAYP, The College Board, IACAC, GEBG, BSAI and G30 Schools.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parents Teacher Association 2023–24 comprises 12 members: Mr. Siddharth Singh Girnar (Director); Ms. Anamika Singh (Principal); Mr. Mohanlal Yogi (Manager); Mr. Rakesh Upadhyay (Teacher); Mrs. Nisha Ahmed (Teacher); and seven Parent Representatives: Mrs. Neha Chouhan; Mrs. Ambika Rathore; Mr. Rajeshwar Singh Jhala; Mr. Shahid Khan; Mrs. Madhvi Chouhan; Mr. Dharmesh Yogi; and Mr. Himgiri Singh Chouhan. The PTA is a forum for parent involvement with Emerald Heights' school governance.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Classrooms are equipped with state-of-the-art interactive touch-screen panels. There are four state-of-the-art lecture halls to support interactive and engaging classes. High-tech laboratories include Chemistry, Biology, and Physics, and six air-conditioned computer laboratories with smart boards, projectors, and 300 computers. Specialized laboratories include a Robotics Laboratory, a MUN Lab, a STEM Laboratory, and a Makers' Laboratory to support hands-on learning in technology, governance simulations, science, and design thinking. Nalanda Library is a resource centre-cum-library with audio-visual facilities, the Global Education and Activity Centre, Takshashila for Career and Global Studies, and the Tathagata Mini Auditorium to extend learning beyond the classroom.

Sports Facilities
Madhya Pradesh's first Class 2 certified 400m, 9-lane synthetic running track provides a professional-grade athletics facility. A 200m Banked Skating Track supports speed skating. Deco turf tennis courts were introduced in 2000 and renovated to blue Rebound Ace synthetic courts. The campus has four hard basketball courts and two turf courts, along with four hard football grounds and two international standard cricket grounds. A 25m swimming pool, a gymnasium, hockey ground, roller hockey, and six glass-back squash courts complete the wide range of facilities for competitive sport.

Academic Facilities
Chemistry, Biology, and Physics laboratories are high-tech and integrated with audio-visual classrooms. Six air-conditioned computer laboratories feature smart boards, projectors, and about 300 computers. Aryabhhata – The Mathematics Laboratory emphasizes practical understanding of mathematical theorems. The MUN Lab is a fully equipped AV conference hall with online/offline research facilities. Nalanda Library is a resource centre-cum-library with a diverse collection, audio-visual technology, internet facilities, and magazines, while the Global Education and Activity Centre and Takshashila – Centre for Career and Global Studies support international exchanges, internships, and career guidance.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Dance Studio has state-of-the-art, soundproof rooms with trained instructors for Bharatanatyam, Odissi, Kathak, and Folk dances, with opportunities for certification. Instrumental Music Studio and Vocal Music Studio provide soundproof spaces and equipment for instrumental and vocal training. Dramatics Studio supports theatre with two studios and a partnership with Helen O'Grady. Art Studio, Craft Studio, Sculpture Studio, and Digital Art Studio support artistic development, including digital design with CorelDRAW and Adobe Photoshop. National Cadet Corps has two wings, Air and Army, with two-year training and NCC camps.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Emerald Heights International School offers K-12 co-educational education as a day-cum-boarding school on a large Indore campus. It is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) with Affiliation No. 1030042. The main streams offered are Science, Commerce and Humanities, with Class XI subject options including English, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, and electives such as Informatics Practices, Physical Education, Psychology, French and Painting. The school runs a Career Counseling and Guidance Cell to support students in planning higher education and careers.

Arts & Creative
Visual Arts, Music, and Dance & Drama are core components of the co-curricular program. Students have earned awards in inter-school competitions, including Best Performance in inter-school dance and drama and medals in state-level art events. The school participates in Round Square and related cultural exchanges, extending learning beyond the classroom and into wider artistic and cultural experiences.

Cultural & Language
Intercultural exchanges are conducted through AFS Intercultural Programs, with Emerald Heights hosting and participating in exchanges that connect students with many countries. NSLI-Y language programs have enabled participation in language immersion opportunities, offering languages such as Arabic, Indonesian, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi, Korean, Persian, Russian and Turkish. Exchanges range from four weeks to a full academic year, emphasizing academics, culture, leadership and skills development.

Social & Hobbies
The school supports a vibrant social and hobby culture through co-curricular pursuits like Visual Arts, Music and Dance & Drama, with students engaging in inter-school events and conferences. Achievements in arts and public speaking are regularly showcased in school communications and newsletters. The Round Square program provides additional social and cultural engagement through student exchanges, conferences and service projects.

Community & Service
Service is a core part of Emerald Heights' ethos, with Service Day activities during Round Square conferences that involve partnerships with community organizations such as Kalyanmitra Samiti Old Age Home, Rangwasa Jaivik Gram and the Indore Cancer Foundation. The school maintains ongoing community partnerships and service projects as part of its Round Square involvement. Students participate in service initiatives that emphasize social responsibility and community engagement.

Leadership & Professional
Emerald Heights is a Round Square member, guiding IDEALS of Internationalism, Democracy, Environmental Stewardship, Adventure, Leadership and Service. The school has hosted the intra-school Round Square Conference for Classes III–VIII, fostering student leadership and collaborative learning. It also participates in Round Square International Conferences, connecting with peers from around the world to share leadership experiences and service projects.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The campus spans 100 acres with world-class infrastructure. A broad program of sports and physical activities includes badminton, basketball, cricket, football, hockey, tennis, swimming and yoga, among others. The school emphasizes wellbeing through co-curriculars such as Visual Arts, Music and Dance & Drama, and provides a Career Counseling and Guidance Cell to support students in personal and professional development.
Languages

Language Provision
English is taught as a subject, and French is offered as an elective in Class XI.

Immersion Programs
AFS Intercultural Exchanges and NSLI-Y provide language-immersion and intercultural experiences. The school has hosted NSLI-Y participants and engages in AFS programs with international peers. The eight NSLI-Y languages are Arabic, Indonesian, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi, Korean, Persian (Tajiki), Russian, and Turkish.
Reputation

Awards
Ranked #1 in EducationWorld India School Rankings in the co-ed day-cum-boarding category and #1 in Infrastructure Provision

Accreditations
CBSE affiliated; Affiliation No: 1030042
Admissions

Admissions
1. Nursery and LKG admissions open September/October each year for the following academic year. Registration forms are available at the Rau campus. For Class Nursery (Session 2026-27), the child must be born on or between 01-04-2022 and 31-03-2023. For Class LKG (Session 2026-27), the child must be born on or between 01-04-2021 and 31-03-2022. Online Enquiry Form is not applicable for Nursery and LKG.

2. For Class I onwards, parents can fill the Online Enquiry Form at the bottom of the page. Online Enquiry Form is not a registration form. It is only for the information of the child and does not guarantee admission. Online Enquiry Form is not applicable for Nursery and LKG.

3. The School Management reserves the right of admission and its decision is final and binding. The School Management reserves the right to change its Admissions Policy from time to time without notice.

Scholarships
The Emerald Heights Scholars' Program is for classes VIII to XII and aims to provide education through experiences, engaging students in activities to connect theoretical learning with real-world issues. The program offers two tracks: Platinum and Gold.

Platinum: 92% and above in Annual Examinations in VIII–XII; SAT minimum 1500 or ACT minimum 34; AP Scholar or CEMC/AMC up to 50 ranks; Super Curricular minimum 2; Leadership (Student Council/Clubs); Unique personal profile; Minimum 8 co-curricular activities. Not-for-Profit; some program costs may be borne by parents. Activities run during stay-back time/holidays/online to avoid impacting academics; Career guidance and project work are emphasised. Successful participants earn the Emerald Heights Platinum Scholar certificate.

Gold: 85% and above in Annual Examinations in VIII–XI; SAT minimum 1450; 1–3 AP with scores 3–5 or CEMC/AMC ranks; Super Curricular 1–2; Leadership (Student Council or equivalent); Minimum 6 co-curricular activities; Specific talents may be recognised. Successful participants earn the Emerald Heights Gold Scholar certificate.

Waitlist
Admission is subject to availability of seats. Vacancies arise in the Boarding School when Class XII boarders graduate, and these are special seats which are then allotted to any vacancy in other classes on priority. The Registration Fee has to be paid to include your child's name in the admission process and can be deposited at the Rau campus or online. Registration is not a guarantee of admission and only includes the child in the process. The School Management reserves the right of admission and its decision is final. Post-admission, once a child's admission is confirmed, the fees must be deposited within 7 days; non-payment will result in cancellation of the admission and the seat will be allotted to a waitlisted candidate.
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