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Indus International School Pune

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1100
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2008
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Thai, Korean, Mandarin, Hindi, French, German, Spanish
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Indus International School Pune is an IB World School offering the full International Baccalaureate continuum for students aged 3 to 18. The campus, set on a spacious green site, houses separate Lower, Middle and High School zones and a wide range of facilities to support inquiry-based learning. On-site facilities include a Science Center, arts and music studios, libraries, smart classrooms and extensive outdoor playing fields, plus a half-acre garden and fenced playgrounds. The school operates as a day- and boarding community with a 24/7 infirmary and CCTV security. The Diploma Programme is complemented by the CP, which includes Business Administration as a career-related study, integrating DP coursework with practical industry strands. The school emphasizes inclusive education and holistic development across the IB framework. Signature features include the Innovation Curriculum, Startup School and a strong emphasis on leadership and service, supported by a robust calendar of inter-school tournaments and inter-house activities throughout.

576, Bhukum, Tal, Mulshi Rd, Pune, Maharashtra 412115, India

The Essentials

Indus International School Pune has 1,100 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location

No. 576, Bhukum, Tal. Mulshi, Pune 412 115, India. The campus is located in the Mulshi taluka area of Pune district.

Stages

IB programmes from Foundation Stage 1 through to Grade 12, including Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-Related Programme (CP).

Type

IB World School with day and boarding facilities.

Pupil Nationality Mix

1100+ students from 30+ countries.

Additional learning support

Inclusive Education with a dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) team; ESL (English as a Second Language) support to integrate non-native English speakers into the mainstream curriculum; remediation and accommodation, with some examination exemptions.

Country affiliation

India

School day structure

School days are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm; buses arrive by 8:15 am.

Bus service

School Bus facility covers almost all parts of Pune with designated pick-up and drop-off points; own fleet of air-conditioned buses; GPS tracking; a female safety warden on each bus; a Bus Parent usually with a teacher in charge.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements

Three on-campus boarding houses exist: two for boys and one for girls. Rooms are shared by two or three boarders, and house parents reside within the boarding houses to provide 24-hour support.

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms: formal school uniform and PE uniform; a blazer is worn on special occasions; grooming rules require neat hair and prohibit hats, caps, sunglasses, and most jewelry (small earrings allowed for girls); long nails are not permitted. When not in uniform, neat casual clothes may be worn.

Food Options

Meals are served in the Dining Hall on a published schedule; all meals are mandatory unless prescribed by a doctor; no outside food is allowed in the dining hall. A Food Committee oversees the menu, and a Tuck Shop provides snacks and essentials.

House System

Indus Pune has three boarding houses—two for boys and one for girls—each with shared rooms (2–3 boarders per room) and on-site house parents for support.

Governance and Ownership

The school is part of Indus Trust. The MD & CEO of Indus Trust is Lt. General Arjun Ray, PVSM, VSM (RETD.).
Fees
Application and one-time fees
- Registration/Application fee (non‑refundable): typically ₹10,000 for new applicants.
- One‑time Admission fee (non‑refundable): ₹110,000 for most year groups.
- Security deposit (refundable): varies by year group — commonly ₹50,000 for early years and ₹75,000–₹100,000 for higher grades/IB Diploma. This deposit is refundable subject to deductions for any outstanding charges.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per term)
- Note on terms: the school operates on two academic terms per year (Term 1: August–December; Term 2: January–June). For parent budgeting the per‑term figures below are calculated as one half of the stated annual tuition.

- Reception / Pre‑primary (Reception / Prep):
- Annual tuition: ₹190,000.
- Per term (2 terms): ₹95,000.
- Typical one‑time charges at admission: Admission fee ₹110,000; Security deposit ₹50,000. Transport (if used) typically ₹70,000 annually.

- Primary years (Classes 1–4):
- Annual tuition: ₹380,000.
- Per term: ₹190,000.
- Typical one‑time charges at admission: Admission fee ₹110,000; Security deposit ₹50,000. Transport (if used) typically ₹70,000 annually.

- Upper primary / Lower secondary (Classes 5–8):
- Annual tuition: commonly shown as ₹380,000 for some mid years and ₹620,000 for middle years (Class 6–8 figures are typically higher). Use the class‑specific number when known—examples from recent fee listings: Class 5 annual ₹380,000; Class 6–8 annual ₹620,000.
- Per term: ₹190,000 (where annual ₹380,000) or ₹310,000 (where annual ₹620,000).
- Typical one‑time charges: Admission fee ₹110,000; Security deposit normally ₹50,000–₹75,000 depending on class. Transport (if used) typically ₹70,000 annually.

- Secondary (Classes 9–10):
- Annual tuition: approximately ₹630,000.
- Per term: ₹315,000.
- Typical one‑time charges: Admission fee ₹110,000; Security deposit around ₹75,000. Transport (if used) typically ₹70,000 annually.

- Senior secondary / IB Diploma (Class 11–12, DP / IBCP):
- Annual tuition: examples show ₹740,000 (Class 11 science/IB DP year) — amounts for Diploma years are higher than for lower grades.
- Per term: ₹370,000 (using the example annual figure above).
- Typical one‑time charges: Admission fee ₹110,000; Security deposit may be ₹100,000 for senior years; there can also be separate Diploma programme charges where applicable. Transport is generally not applicable for full boarders; pocket money and linen charges are additional for boarders.

Boarding fees and boarding‑specific charges
- Boarding places are available; boarding‑related charges commonly shown in fee schedules include:
- Linen charge (one‑time or annual): often around ₹5,000.
- Pocket money (recommended annual amount for boarders): commonly listed as around ₹30,000 per year.
- Boarding costs are incorporated into the higher annual fees for boarders (boarding students' annual totals are higher than day‑student tuition; figures and the exact boarding component are issued at admission).

Transport / bus fees
- Transport (school bus) is commonly charged as a separate annual fee; recent listings show a typical transport charge of about ₹70,000 per year (payable in addition to the annual tuition when the bus service is used).

Other costs and additional charges
- Uniform: the formal and sports uniform costs are included in the Annual fee.
- Books and some materials: fee schedules and parent communications indicate that books are generally included in the annual fee in recent published schedules, though some specialised materials or optional kits may be extra.
- Laptop / device: the school requires students to have a personal laptop in certain programmes (this is commonly listed as a parent expense and is not counted as part of the tuition).
- Optional paid club activities, external exam fees (SAT/ACT) and some excursions are charged separately and are not included in the annual tuition.
- Sibling discount: a sibling rebate of ₹50,000 per academic year is commonly applied to the older sibling when a new sibling joins.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- On receipt of an admission offer, parents must pay the one‑time Admission/Registration fee within two weeks to block the seat. The applicable Security Deposit, Annual Fees, Transportation Charges, Pocket Money and any other applicable fees are to be paid by 1 May for the coming academic year; if the offer is made after 1 May, the onetime fees and other applicable charges are payable within two weeks of the offer.
- Transport confirmation should be made by 1 July and transport fees paid at that time if opting into the school bus service.
- Invoices will identify one‑time charges (registration/admission/security deposit) and recurring charges (annual tuition, transport). The school issues the fee schedule and bank details with each admission/invoice.

Refund and withdrawal policy
- If a family withdraws before the student reports or joins, the school retains only the one‑time fees (registration/admission) and refunds all other amounts paid. If a student withdraws after reporting to boarding or after joining classes, the school refunds only the security deposit (less any additional expenses). These refund and settlement rules apply to new admissions and are part of the school's published admission policy.

Fee payment options
- The school provides bank account details for fee payment and expects parents to use the bank transfer/NEFT/RTGS/IMPS option listed on the fee invoice or schedule. Other electronic or card payment arrangements can be handled through the school Finance Office on request; parents are instructed to contact the school's Admission or Finance team for the precise payment instructions applicable to their invoice.
Academics

Indus International School Pune teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum

Indus International School Pune is an IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate continuum. It offers all four IB curriculums: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP). The school serves students in Reception through DP2 (ages 3 to 18) and emphasizes inquiry-based, holistic learning within the IB framework. In the Diploma Programme, the school presents multiple subjects within each group; in addition, the CP includes Business Administration as a Career-related study. The CP is designed to combine DP coursework with a career-related strand to prepare students for university study. Inclusive education supports diverse learners within the IB programs.

Student Teacher Ratio

Average class size is 22 to 25 students. Student-to-teacher ratio is 25:2 from Grade 1 to Grade 5 and 25:1 from Grade 6 to Grade 12.

Exam Results

In the IBDP graduating batch of 2022, two students achieved perfect scores (45/45). The batch earned a collective scholarship amount of USD 5 million+ and received offers from over 150 universities.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates gain admission to universities around the world; the 2022 IBDP graduating batch received offers from over 150 universities and secured scholarships totaling USD 5 million+.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Social-emotional learning sessions are conducted for MYP 4-5 and DP-CP with topics including anti-bullying and inclusion. SEL content is integrated with broader wellbeing programs at Indus Pune. The school communicates SEL initiatives through newsletters and leadership activities.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The Inclusive Education (IE) team supports learners with diverse needs, providing classroom scaffolding, remediation, and inclusive access arrangements for IB assessments; formal assessment is required to access these arrangements.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English as a Second Language (ESL) is offered to support students from diverse backgrounds. ESL teachers provide pull-out and push-in language support; the program aims to develop Academic English proficiency and integrate ESL students into the mainstream curriculum within about two years. In the DP and CP, English B is offered alongside additional English language support; Thai and Korean are self-taught subject options.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through social-emotional learning and related topics. SEL sessions are run for upper IB tracks focusing on anti-bullying and inclusion; school communications also discuss mental health and wellbeing. Professional counselling is available to help students cope with stress.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is supported by boarding security measures: CCTV in boarding houses, security guards, night wardens, and a local guardian requirement for boarders.
Parent Experience

History

Indus International School, Pune was established on August 21, 2008 with 40 students. It operates as a day-cum boarding school, and today serves over 1,100 students from 30+ countries with about 280 boarders. The school is part of the Indus Trust, whose founder and CEO is LT. General Arjun Ray, PVSM, VSM (RETD.). It is an IB World School affiliated to the International Baccalaureate Curriculum and offers all four IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP, CP).

Community

Co-curricular life at Indus Pune includes the Whole Education Programme, the Innovation Curriculum, Startup School, House Visions, Community Service Projects, inter-school tournaments and inter-house competitions. The school fosters an active parent–school community through the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC). The PAC meets with the Principal, Vice Principal and Heads of School at least three times in the academic year and maintains confidentiality, with Grade Representatives as a first point of contact for parents.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

PAC (Parents Advisory Committee) in Indus International School Pune was formed to enable continuous dialogue between parents and school management. It consists of a core group of parent volunteers who interact with parents and share constructive feedback with the school. The PAC meets with the Principal, Vice Principal and Heads of School at least three times in the academic year, and has Grade Representatives for each grade who serve as the first point of contact. Parents are free to discuss any issue with the Grade Representatives or PAC, and the PAC maintains confidentiality. Any PAC member may be contacted to volunteer as a Grade Representative for the current or upcoming academic year.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

The school sits on a wide green campus with separate areas for Lower, Middle, and High School students. It includes a Science Center, arts and music studios, libraries, and spacious playing and athletic fields. There is a half-acre school garden and separately fenced playgrounds. The campus features smart classrooms and a wifi-enabled environment, a 24/7 infirmary, and security CCTV. A dining hall and an open-air amphitheatre are among the key facilities.

Sports Facilities

Temperature-controlled swimming pool is available on campus. Tennis courts, basketball courts, and badminton courts are provided. The campus has spacious playing and athletic fields for team and recreational sports. Horse riding facilities are available on site. An open-air amphitheatre supports outdoor performances and events.

Academic Facilities

The campus houses a Science Center, arts and music studios, and libraries for academic work. Smart Classrooms support interactive lessons and digital learning. The campus is designed with separate areas for Lower, Middle, and High School students to support age-appropriate instruction. The wifi-enabled environment supports research, assignments, and collaboration. On-site spaces are provided for collaborative learning and project work.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Activity Rooms support clubs and enrichment activities beyond academics. An Open Air Amphitheatre hosts performances and outdoor events. Horse riding is available as an extracurricular activity. The campus includes a dining hall to support student life during activities and after-school programs. The campus features fenced playgrounds and outdoor spaces used for sports and clubs.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

The Innovation Curriculum and specialised short courses, Startup School, Inter-school tournaments are offered to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Inter-house competitions are also provided.

Arts & Creative

Arts, crafts, music, dance, and drama are provided as part of the arts and creative program.

Cultural & Language

House Visions supports cultural activities and inter-house events.

Social & Hobbies

Inter-school tournaments and inter-house competitions enable student participation in social and hobby-oriented activities.

Community & Service

Community Service Projects are part of the co-curricular programme.

Leadership & Professional

A leadership mentorship programme identifies student potential, complemented by an entrepreneurship programme.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

A wide range of sports activities supports health, fitness, and overall wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision

The universal language used in the school is English, and English is the language of instruction. An English as a Second Language (ESL) program provides pull-out and push-in support to help non-native English speakers develop Academic English and integrate into the mainstream curriculum within two years. The school offers an IB Continuum with Primary, Middle, Diploma and Career-Related Programmes. In Diploma and Career-Related Programmes, English B and additional English language support are provided, and Thai and Korean are available as self-taught language options.
Admissions

Admissions

1. Enquiry: Prospective families may visit individually or attend Open Days and schedule an appointment in advance. Admission is offered throughout the academic year and depends on seat availability and boarding bed availability; most students join at the start of the academic year. 2. Admissions Approval Process: To be approved by the Admissions Authorization Board, complete and submit the Online Admission Application Form with the candidate's details, a copy of the passport for foreign nationals or AADHAR card for Indian nationals, scholastic records for the past two years with mid-term transcripts or current academic reports, and a copy of the Birth Certificate for age verification. Admissions are based on merit, review of past reports/academic performance, seat availability, the applicant's age at the start of the academic year, and online or personal interaction/interview; an entrance test is required for some grades (as noted in the Admission Policy). The Principal reviews all applications and the school aims to communicate the decision within a week. 3. Joining Formalities: After an admission offer is accepted and fees are paid, the candidate must update relevant details on the admission portal and submit transcripts by relogging. Submission of the School Leaving Letter or Transfer Certificate is mandatory before school reopens. On receipt of the admission offer, pay the One-Time Admission and Registration Fees within two weeks to block the seat; the applicable Security Deposit, Annual Fees, Transportation Charges, Pocket Money and other fees are due by May 1 (or within two weeks if the offer is after May 1). Boarding status should be discussed during admission and is governed by the Boarding Policy; refunds on withdrawal follow the policy described in the policy.
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