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Jain International Residential School

India, Bengaluru

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 8 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 750
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1999
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum CBSE Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Hindi, French
Typical class size 9
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional
Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Jain International Residential School (JIRS) is a co-educational boarding school located 40 km from Bangalore, India. It offers CBSE, Cambridge IGCSE, and the IB Diploma Programme for students from Class V to XII, with English as the medium of instruction and optional French or Spanish on Cambridge and IB tracks. Set on a 300-acre campus, it houses the Jain Academy for Sporting Excellence, more than 35 playing spaces, digital boards in every classroom, and facilities that support academics and athletics. The curriculum blends Gurukul-inspired values with modern infrastructure and a team of 36 international coaches. JIRS highlights global university placements, including Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard and Yale, and provides IIT coaching, SAT and CET coaching, and scholarship guidance. Extracurriculars span sports, performing and visual arts, leadership programs such as Duke of Edinburgh Award, and international simulations like Harvard Model Congress and Model United Nations, fostering leadership, teamwork and global perspectives.

JAIN Global Campus, NH 948, Bangalore-Kanakapura main Road, Jakkasandra Post Kanakapura, Karnataka 562112, India

The Essentials

Jain International Residential School has 750 pupils, typical class sizes of 9, instruction in English.

Location
Jain International Residential School is located on Kanakapura Road in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. The campus address is JAIN Global Campus, NH 948, Bangalore-Kanakapura main Road, Jakkasandra Post, Kanakapura Taluk, Ramanagara District - 562112, Karnataka, India. The campus is accessible from Bengaluru via NH 948 (Kanakapura Road).

Stages
Grades 5 to 12.

Type
Residential boarding school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
International students from 25 countries.

Additional learning support
Infirmary and counselling are available on campus. Wellness initiatives include a Wellness Committee and a Grievance and Redressal Committee to support pupil welfare.

Country affiliation
India. The school offers CBSE and Cambridge International Examinations curricula.
Academics

Jain International Residential School teaches CBSE Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP) for students aged 8 to 18.

Curriculum
JIRS offers three educational programmes: CBSE, Cambridge International Examinations (IGCSE), and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The Cambridge International curriculum is a global standard that is flexible, challenging and inspiring, with a culturally sensitive yet international approach. The IB Diploma Programme is a rigorous two-year course designed to prepare students for university life and beyond. English is the medium of instruction and language of communication on campus. Students have the option to study international languages such as French or Spanish as part of the Cambridge International and IB Diploma pathways to become bilingual. The school highlights placement at prominent global universities, including Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, Yale, and universities in Singapore and beyond.

Higher Education Progression
JIRS prepares students for higher education at world-renowned universities, including Oxford and Cambridge in the UK, Harvard and Yale in the United States, and Singapore University, among others. Many graduates have earned scholarships in medicine, engineering, business management, and sports, reflecting the school's emphasis on academic and individual excellence in pursuing tertiary education.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school supports social and emotional development through a range of clubs and wellbeing activities. Recreational and Hobby Clubs offer yoga, meditation, painting, acting, music, and dance, as well as drama, adventure, and other creative outlets. Harvard Model Congress and Model United Nations provide platforms to develop leadership, teamwork and critical thinking. The Life Skills Program focuses on communication, interpersonal skills, leadership, resilience and decision-making through weekly topics and activities. A Wellness Committee provides guidance on hygiene, safety and nutrition to promote healthier lifestyle choices, and a Grievance and Redressal Cell offers a channel for students to raise concerns and receive prompt attention after school hours.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school admits students with mild and moderate learning disabilities. SEN educators support learning needs, while subject teachers may not be qualified to accommodate severe disabilities. The school follows inclusive education practices with an identified SEN process and provision of accommodations and remedial plans. Students identified as needing support are offered remedial plans and appropriate accommodations, with regular review and modification. The SEN policy outlines pathways for referrals to external professionals when needed.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school uses English as the medium of instruction. In Cambridge IGCSE, English is offered as First Language, with Hindi as Second Language, and French and Spanish offered as Foreign Languages. Medium of Instruction for CBSE is English. In the IB Diploma Programme, English Language and Literature is studied in Group 1, and French ab initio and Spanish ab initio are available in Group 2.

Mental Wellbeing
The infirmary on campus is staffed by qualified doctors and nurses who provide medical care and counselling services. Counselling services are available to students. The medical team conducts a thorough health assessment at the start of each year to identify medication needs and unique cases. A Wellness Committee focuses on hygiene, safety and nutrition to promote wellbeing, and a Grievance and Redressal Committee provides a channel for students to raise concerns and receive timely redress.

Safeguarding
The school has a reliable security system with professional guards, a fully fenced campus and 24/7 duty guards, with CCTV cameras monitoring the premises. A Grievance and Redressal Cell operates to enable students to raise concerns and seek prompt redress. On-campus infirmary and wellbeing services support safeguarding and student safety.
Parent Experience

History
JAIN International Residential School (JIRS) was established in 1999 through the efforts of Dr Chenraj Roychand under the JAIN Group. It is a dynamic, co-educational boarding institution with over 750 students from Class V to XII, offering CBSE, IGCSE and IB curricula. The school serves a diverse student body drawn from countries including Germany, the UAE, Thailand, Africa and Nepal. The campus blends a traditional Gurukul-inspired setting with modern infrastructure to foster creativity, innovativeness and intellectual independence, aiming to prepare students to become courageous, aspirational global leaders. A holistic approach, a broad curriculum and dedicated faculty—supported by 36 national and international coaches—underpin JIRS's vibrant academic community.

Community
JIRS promotes a vibrant school community that includes numerous departments, associations representing various disciplines, cultural and social unions, and a large student community mentored by 36 national and international coaches. The school's Community Reach program highlights youth development initiatives and sustainability experiences, including nature trails and service-oriented camps. Initiatives such as Think Green, Nature is the Best Teacher, and One-Earth foundation camps foster leadership, teamwork and environmental awareness among students. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is part of the school's broader engagement with youth achievement and community service.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The school maintains active parent involvement through a Parents' Corner and a mentoring framework described in the Parents Handbook. The handbook references Parent-Teacher Meets (PTA Meets) and a Mentor system, with mentors providing progress updates to parents and families. Parents are invited to participate in school functions and communication with teachers occurs via the UOLO instant-school parent communication app. The Parents Handbook also notes the “Mentor book” and the availability of PTA meeting discussions during these events. These elements together describe a structured, ongoing partnership between families and the school.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is situated 40 kms from Bangalore City in a serene and picturesque atmosphere. It sits on a sprawling 300-acre campus that houses the Jain Academy for Sporting Excellence. There are more than 35 playing areas for indoor and outdoor games, supported by on-site sports facilities. Digital boards are installed in all classrooms to aid teaching and learning. The curriculum offered includes CBSE (4–12), IGCSE (7–12), and IB Diploma (11–12). IIT coaching from Times Academy, SAT and CET coaching, and career counseling with scholarship information are provided.

Sports Facilities
The campus includes 4 outdoor basketball courts and 4 indoor basketball courts. It has 3 outdoor volleyball courts and 4 indoor volleyball courts, plus 2 football fields. It features 6 tennis courts, 1 hockey pitch, 1 equestrian facility, and a 6-hole golf course. A cricket stadium with 12 practice nets; 14 badminton courts; 20 table tennis tables; 8 billiards/snooker/pool tables; a 4-lane bowling alley; 2 glass-backed squash courts; an aerobic center; 2 multi-gyms; a cardio fitness centre; and an obstacle course. The Aqua Center seats 1000 and includes a 25m pool, a 50m pool, a diving pool and a baby pool. Outdoor games include athletics, basketball, cricket, tennis, football, volleyball, hockey, golf and horse riding; indoor games include badminton, table tennis, cue sports, and squash; optional sports include bowling, yoga, chess, carom, karate, and gym/cardio.

Academic Facilities
Curriculum includes CBSE (4–12), IGCSE (Cambridge UK) (7–12), and IB Diploma (11–12). Digital e-boards are in all classrooms; MCQ revisions occur in every period and daily subject-wise tests support evaluation. Remedial and enrichment classes run in the evening; IIT coaching is provided through Times Academy, along with SAT and CET coaching. Counseling for careers and scholarships is offered; information on All-India ranks and scholarships in the US, UK, and Singapore is available. Admission coordination with universities abroad is provided.

Extra Curricular Facilities
A plethora of extra-curricular activities includes educational trips to foreign and Indian destinations, adventure, cultural venues, and historical sites. Activities include river rafting, parasailing, camping, microlight flying, water sports, and trekking at the foothills of the Himalayas, along with Duke of Edinburgh Award programs. One Earth Foundation programs, music, dance, art and hobby classes, and culture and heritage activities are offered. A life-skills program and weekly leadership activities support personal development.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
JIRS delivers holistic education that combines knowledge transfer with skill and leadership development through participatory learning. Through various activities, students develop original thinking and competencies and learn their role in community building. The Science Club hosts events, seminars, exhibitions and workshops to nurture curiosity and invite researchers to inspire students in science. Harvard Model Congress and Model United Nations provide platforms for students to engage in international governance, develop debate skills and leadership.

Arts & Creative
Arts education at JIRS encompasses Visual Arts and Performing Arts. Visual Arts includes Art and Painting, Clay Modelling, Paper Craft, Mehendi Designing, Soft Toys, Cartooning, Face Painting, Floral Carpet, Digital Painting, Vegetable Carving and Flower Arrangement, with six months of training to provide a broad experience before pursuing advanced study. Performing Arts offer vocal and instrumental music as well as drama and dance, with multiple singing groups and a chamber orchestra. The program also provides lessons in instruments such as Electronic Pad, Tabla, Wind Instrument, Percussion, String Instrument, Guitar, Casio, Western Drums and Congo, along with Hindustani Vocal, Carnatic Classical Music, Classical Dance, Light Music, Drama, and Cookery.

Cultural & Language
Harvard Model Congress is the largest congressional simulation for high school students, allowing students to assume roles of world leaders and international decision-makers to address global challenges. Model United Nations provides a platform for Grades 11 and 12 to play delegates from various countries, negotiate, deliver speeches, and resolve real-world issues, fostering leadership, critical thinking, teamwork and global awareness. These experiences develop public speaking, negotiation and cross-cultural understanding.

Social & Hobbies
Recreational and Hobby Club offers activities to maintain an active and healthy mind, including yoga, meditation, painting, acting, quiz, music, and dance. Histrionics Club provides a platform for drama, music and dance, while the Painting Gallery inspires artists and the Adventure Club offers trekking, parasailing, mountaineering, river rafting, jungle survival, and boating. Sunday hobby classes run for grades IV to IX from 9:30 am to 11:30 am, allowing students to explore their passions in a structured setting.

Community & Service
Social Responsibility develops social values, emotional intelligence, political leadership and economic prudence to build a harmonious society. Education Breaks provide annual global trips to broaden understanding, such as experiences at NASA conventions and Swarovski Crystal Museum in Austria. Outdoor Travel includes adventure tours and the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, fostering teamwork and leadership through challenging journeys; about 113 students participate, with 50 Bronze and 63 Silver medal achievers. Think Green programs sensitize students to nature, building communication, leadership, crisis management and team management skills.

Leadership & Professional
Harvard Model Congress and Model United Nations develop leadership abilities, critical thinking, teamwork and public speaking as students engage with international governance. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award promotes practical leadership and teamwork through guided adventure and service. Social Responsibility initiatives cultivate political leadership and economic prudence to prepare students for civic and professional life. Educational trips and outdoor experiences provide real-world contexts for leadership and project management.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports Education forms an integral part of JIRS, with an elite sports curriculum and state-of-the-art facilities. The Sports Fit Program offers daily hour-long sessions including a variety of sports such as golf, ten pin bowling, squash, equestrian riding, cricket, football, basketball, hockey, table tennis, tennis, badminton, and more, with students choosing sports each day. The SportsPro Program provides sport-specific, intensive training with 16 disciplines and 35 coaches, plus scientific training methods for strength, speed, power, flexibility and endurance and opportunities for international competition. The program emphasizes teamwork, leadership and lifelong healthy lifestyle habits, supported by video analysis and nutrition planning.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the medium of instruction and language of communication on campus. First Language English is compulsory for students in IV to XII. Second Language options for IV to X are French, Hindi, or Sanskrit. Third Language options for V to VIII are French, Hindi, or Sanskrit.

Bilingual Teaching
The school uses English as the medium of instruction and language of communication on campus. First Language English is compulsory for students in IV to XII. Second Language options for IV to X are French, Hindi, or Sanskrit. Third Language options for V to VIII are French, Hindi, or Sanskrit.
Admissions

Admissions
Admissions are merit-based and competitive due to limited boarding vacancies per class/curriculum. The admission process comprises four steps: ENQUIRE, APPLY ONLINE, JET 2024-25 (JAIN Excellence Test), and Admission Registration. Enquiries express interest via an Enquiry Form, and after submission admission may be reserved or seat-related communication will be sent by the administrator. For details contact the Admission Team at +91 7899888099 or [email protected]. JET dates will be announced on the site. A Campus Visit is offered with a guided campus tour and meetings with the Principal/COO/Curriculum Heads, Vice Principals, Department Heads, and the Head of JIRS, followed by interaction with a Parent Coordinator/Counsellor and opportunities to connect with students in the same age group.

Scholarships
The Scholarship Program has three categories: Academic Performer, Sport Achiever, Co Curricular. Eligibility applies to new admissions for the academic year 2025-2026 and to students enrolling from Grade 5 to 8 (CBSE or Cambridge Intl) who apply by the due date. Academic Performer criteria require 80% or above in 2–3 school-level exams in 2024-25 and 80% or above in the final exam results of 2023-24 and the mid-term exam of 2024 batch, plus a JET score of 80% or above. Sport Achiever requires exceptional state- or national-level achievement with evidence of certificates. Co Curricular requires wins in recognized Olympiads or other competitions. The scholarship is offered for one year (year of joining for new admissions only of academic year 2025-2026). Points are awarded across categories; the total points determine the scholarship award. The amount ranges from INR 70,000 to INR 1,00,000 as a reduction on the school fees and applies to the applicable fees for the new grade and curriculum. The offer is open only until 31 March 2025 for eligible candidates enrolled with JIRS for AY 2025, subject to meeting the criteria, and the selection includes an assessment of JET results and academic marks; the panel's decision is final, and the scholarship may be withdrawn if any certifications are untrue.
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