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Good Shepherd International School

India, Ooty

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 9 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 800
Type Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1977
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Indian Curriculum
Taught languages English, Hindi, French, Spanish
Typical class size 4
Strengths Outdoor Education, Sport, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Good Shepherd International School (GSIS) is a co-educational residential school founded in 1977 in Ootacamund (Ooty), in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu, India. Set on a 150-acre campus at an elevation of 7,000 feet, GSIS is one of the few schools worldwide authorised to offer the complete IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, and DP), alongside ICSE, ISC, and Cambridge IGCSE curricula. Approximately 800 students from over 30 countries attend Grades 4 through 12 in a fully residential environment. The campus features 56 classrooms, a heated swimming pool, an 80-bed infirmary, equestrian facilities, and extensive sports infrastructure. GSIS holds designations as a Google Reference School, an IELTS test centre, and a Trinity College London exam centre.

Good Shepherd Knowledge Village, M. Palada Post, Ooty, Tamil Nadu 643004, India

The Essentials

Good Shepherd International School has 800 pupils, typical class sizes of 4, instruction in English.

Location
Muthorai Palada, Ootacamund (Ooty), Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu 643 004, India

Stages
Grades 4 to 12 (approximately ages 9 to 18)

Type
Co-educational residential (boarding) international school

Pupil Nationality Mix
Students from over 30 countries, creating a diverse international community

Additional learning support
Career guidance and counselling services are available. The school offers multiple curriculum pathways to suit different learning needs.

Country affiliation
India (ICSE/ISC) with international curricula (IB, Cambridge)

Religious affiliation
Christian foundation. Students of all faiths are welcome.

School day structure
Fully residential programme with structured daily schedules covering academics, sports, activities, and pastoral care

Bus service
Not applicable. GSIS is a fully residential boarding school. Transportation assistance is available for travel to and from Ooty.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Fully residential school with separate hostels for boys and girls. The campus accommodates approximately 800 students. Boarding includes pastoral care, structured routines, and 24-hour supervision. An 80-bed infirmary with round-the-clock medical officers and nurses is on campus.

Uniform Requirement
School uniform is required

Food Options
Multi-cuisine dining with vegetarian, egg-vegetarian, non-vegetarian, and Jain meal options available

House System
Contact the school for details on the house system

Governance and Ownership
Privately owned and governed. IB World School with multiple international accreditations.
Fees
Annual fees for 2024-25 range from INR 11.5 lakhs (ICSE Grade 6) to INR 19.5 lakhs (IBDP/IGCSE senior grades). Fees cover tuition, boarding, meals, and activities.
Academics

Good Shepherd International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Indian Curriculum for students aged 9 to 18.

Curriculum
GSIS is one of the few schools worldwide offering the complete IB Continuum: the Primary Years Programme (Grades 4-5), the Middle Years Programme (Grades 6-10), and the Diploma Programme (Grades 11-12). Additionally, ICSE (Grades 6-10), ISC (Grades 11-12), and Cambridge IGCSE (Grades 6-10) are offered. The school is also an Advanced Placement (AP) exam centre.

Student Teacher Ratio
Approximately 4:1 student-to-teacher ratio across the campus

Exam Results
Students sit IB Diploma, ICSE, ISC, and IGCSE examinations. Contact the school for specific results and averages.

Higher Education Progression
Career guidance and counselling department supports students with university applications worldwide. GSIS is an IELTS test centre and Trinity College London exam centre, facilitating international university admissions.

Gifted and Talented
Multiple curriculum pathways (IB, IGCSE, ICSE) and AP exam centre allow students to pursue the most challenging academic route suited to their abilities
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Pastoral care programme supports student wellbeing and personal development in the residential setting

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Contact the school for information on special education needs provision

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Support is available for students who need to develop their English language proficiency

Mental Wellbeing
80-bed infirmary with round-the-clock medical officers and nurses. Counselling services and pastoral care are integral to the residential programme.

Safeguarding
Comprehensive safeguarding with 24-hour supervision, medical facilities, and pastoral care in a secure residential campus
Parent Experience

History
Good Shepherd International School was founded in 1977 in Ootacamund (Ooty), in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu. From a Christian foundation, the school has grown to become one of India's premier residential international schools, offering multiple world-class curricula on a 150-acre hillside campus.

Community
A close-knit residential community of approximately 800 students from over 30 countries, living and learning together on a hilltop campus in the Nilgiris.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Dedicated parent portal (parent.gsis.ac.in) and alumni network (gsis-alumni.org) connect families and graduates.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
A 150-acre campus in the Nilgiri Hills at 7,000 feet elevation, with 56 classrooms, residential houses, and extensive outdoor spaces

Sports Facilities
Cricket ground at 7,000 feet elevation, heated swimming pool, tennis courts, squash courts, basketball courts, football pitches, equestrian facilities, rifle shooting range, and gymnasium

Academic Facilities
56 well-equipped classrooms, science laboratories, IT facilities (Google Reference School), and career counselling centre. IELTS test centre and Trinity College London exam centre.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Archery, basketball, cricket, football, tennis, equestrian training, swimming, track and field, table tennis, squash, rifle shooting, yoga, gymnastics, trekking and adventure programmes, music, and arts
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
IB CAS requirements, career guidance counselling, and participation in international examinations (IELTS, Trinity College London)

Arts & Creative
Music and arts programmes with dedicated facilities

Cultural & Language
Students from over 30 countries create a diverse cultural environment. Multiple languages are taught alongside English.

Social & Hobbies
Equestrian training, trekking, adventure sports, and residential house activities

Community & Service
Community service is embedded in the IB programme. Summer camp programmes are also available.

Leadership & Professional
Student leadership through the residential house system and IB CAS projects

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Yoga, swimming, adventure sports, trekking, and pastoral care in a hillside residential environment at 7,000 feet
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction. Hindi, French, and Spanish are offered as additional languages. The school is an IELTS test centre and Trinity College London exam centre for English proficiency certification.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the primary language of instruction across all curricula. Hindi, French, and Spanish are taught as additional languages.

Immersion Programs
The fully residential, internationally diverse environment provides natural English language immersion.
Reputation

Awards
Multiple international school awards. One of the few schools worldwide offering the complete IB Continuum alongside ICSE and Cambridge curricula.

Accreditations
IB World School authorised for PYP, MYP, and DP (full IB Continuum). Google Reference School. IELTS test centre. Trinity College London exam centre. Advanced Placement (AP) exam centre.
Admissions

Admissions
Admissions follow a one-day evaluation process held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays with a maximum of five groups daily. Steps include online registration with past three years' mark sheets, an aptitude test in maths, English, and life skills, a campus visit and interview, and fee payment. Only Grades 4 to 8 accept new students in the first term. Grades 10 and 12 do not accept new admissions. Registration fee is INR 30,000 (non-refundable).

Scholarships
Contact the school for information on scholarship and financial aid programmes

Waitlist
Limited seats are available each year. Contact the school for waitlist information.
School Events
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