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Mahatma Gandhi International School

India, Ahmedabad

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Tamil, French
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum CBSE Curriculum
Taught languages English, Tamil, French
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

MGIS operates two campuses in Cuddalore: Campus No. 2, Beach Road, Devanampattinam, and Singirikudi, behind Aravind Eye Hospital. It follows the CBSE curriculum, complemented by a sequence of programs: Early Explorers, Foundations of Learning, Pathways to Knowledge, Scholars in Progress, Learning Beyond Walls, and Horizons of Growth. Education with Values and Purpose guides MGIS, with a primary curriculum that strengthens core subjects, creativity, and value-based learning. Learning Beyond Walls blends sports, arts, life skills, and experiential learning. Scholars in Progress is an advanced program focused on mastery, critical thinking, discipline, and leadership. MGIS houses the Center for Action Research in Education (CARE) and the Center for Teacher Training (ADEPT). It is authorized by IB, Cambridge Assessment International Education, BTEC Edexcel, and Mission Laique Francaise, delivering Cambridge for K-8 and the IB Diploma Program for Grades 11–12. The school emphasizes student-centred learning with democratic self-governance and project-based learning connected to real-life contexts, including international exchanges and service-oriented collaborations.

Cuddalore Campus: No: 2, Beach Road, Opposite SP Bungalow, Devanampattinam, Cuddalore; Singirikudi Campus: Behind Aravind Eye Hospital, Reddichavadi, Cuddalore

The Essentials

Mahatma Gandhi International School has instruction in English, Tamil, French.

Location
MGIS has two campuses in Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu: Cuddalore Campus, No. 2, Beach Road, Opp to SP Bungalow, Devanampattinam, Cuddalore; Singirikudi Campus, Behind Aravind Eye Hospital, Reddichavadi, Cuddalore.

Stages
MGIS offers Early Explorers Program and Foundations of Learning in the early years. It provides Pathways to Knowledge in the primary years and Scholars in Progress as an advanced academic program.
Fees
Application fees
- No published application fee amount is available for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- No published tuition fees by year group, per term, or per year are available for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No published billing schedule (termly/annual installment dates), late-payment penalties, or official payment terms are available for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The school does not publish any boarding fee schedule for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years.

Other costs and fees (uniforms, transport, books, activities, deposits, development charges, etc.)
- No published breakdown of additional fees (uniforms, transport/ bus charges, books, activity fees, security deposit, development fees, examination fees, or similar) is available for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years.

Refund information
- No published refund policy or details on refund conditions (withdrawal before term start, pro rata refunds, forfeiture of deposits, etc.) are available for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years.

Fee payment options
- No published list of accepted payment methods (credit/debit card, net banking, bank transfer, cheque, UPI, cash, or online portal payment) is available for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years.

Note: A publicly accessible, itemized fee schedule for the requested academic years was not found on the school's published admissions/fees pages; specific numerical fee amounts and detailed payment terms are therefore not available from the school's publicly posted information.
Academics

Mahatma Gandhi International School teaches CBSE Curriculum.

Curriculum
MGIS offers Early Explorers Program; Foundations of Learning; Pathways to Knowledge; Scholars in Progress; Learning Beyond Walls; Horizons of Growth. Education with Values and Purpose guides MGIS. The primary curriculum strengthens core subjects, creativity, and value-based learning. Learning Beyond Walls includes sports, arts, life skills, and experiential learning. Scholars in Progress is an advanced academic program focused on subject mastery, critical thinking, discipline, and leadership development.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes support individual attention.

Gifted and Talented
Scholars in Progress is an advanced academic program focused on subject mastery, critical thinking, discipline, and leadership development.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
MGIS prioritizes Education with Values and Purpose guided by the principles of Mahatma Gandhi. Learning is guided by strong values, and Character Building is a central focus. The school aims to shape responsible individuals by promoting respect, empathy, and service. The curriculum includes Early Explorers Program, Foundations of Learning, Pathways to Knowledge, Scholars in Progress, and Horizons of Growth, fostering curiosity and character. Learning Beyond Walls offers sports, arts, life skills, and experiential learning to support holistic development. Community and Values anchor student life, emphasizing moral values and a spirit of service.
Parent Experience

History
MGIS was founded in 1998 as an award-winning Public-Private Partnership between the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, Municipal School Board and educationalists Dr. Pascal Chazot and Anju Kawr Chazot. It houses a Center for Action Research in Education and a Center for Teacher Training, and MGIS founders and senior faculty have mentored schools to implement the Generated Resource Learning pedagogy. MGIS is student-centric and functions on democratic principles of self-governance, with space for experiential learning through projects with real life links. It was the first international school in Gujarat, the first in the state to use Apple technology, and the first in India to offer skill development courses affiliated to Edexcel BTEC.

Community
The strategic goal is community engagement: to enhance school-community engagement by building partnerships with local organizations, increasing parent and family involvement, promoting community service, fostering cultural exchange and leveraging community expertise. Planned Actions include establishing partnerships with local businesses, non-profits and community organizations; organizing parenting workshops and providing resources to help families support learning and well-being; providing more opportunities for students to engage in community service; hosting events that celebrate cultural diversity and inviting local experts for guest lectures, workshops and mentorship programs.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
MGIS is a Public-Private Partnership between the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, Municipal School Board and educationalists Dr. Pascal Chazot and Anju Kauwr Chazot. The building belongs to the Sheth Motilal Hirabhai family and the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation. MGIS houses a Center for Action Research in Education (CARE) and a Center for Teacher Training (ADEPT). It was the first international school in Gujarat to use Apple technology and the first school in India to offer Edexcel BTEC skill development courses. MGIS has strong international and national education exchange programs with France, Australia, South Korea, USA and Ladakh (India).

Academic Facilities
MGIS is authorized by the International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge Assessment International Education, BTEC Edexcel and Mission Laique Francaise. MGIS delivers Cambridge Assessment International Education for K-8 through hands-on, interdisciplinary projects. The Diploma Program (IB DP) is offered for Grade 11-12. MGIS provides in-house action research and teacher training through CARE and ADEPT on campus. MGIS teachers use a range of teaching tools including technology, Cuisenaire rods, Tangram and Atrimath and undergo professional certification from the International Baccalaureate, BTEC, British Council, Harvard Teaching for Understanding and Apple Distinguished Educator trainings, and MGIS maintains a Librarian on staff.

Extra Curricular Facilities
MGIS runs Indo-France Education Exchange Programs. MGIS engages in community service activities at MGIS. MGIS staff include roles such as Film/Multimedia Content Coordinator, Eco-Program Coordinator and Career Counsellor, indicating a broad set of extracurricular offerings. Indo-France Education Exchange Program and other exchange activities are described on MGIS pages. MGIS hosts community service activities and maintains a range of clubs and programs aligned with its educational philosophy.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Scholars in Progress is an advanced academic program focused on subject mastery, critical thinking, discipline, and leadership development. MGIS curriculum is designed to promote critical thinking, creativity, and a lifelong love for learning. The Café Project, City Project, and other featured projects illustrate experiential, project-based learning that links classroom work to real-life contexts.

Arts & Creative
Theatre Productions and Filmmaking Project are integrated into MGIS's drama and media offerings; theatre productions involve scripting, lighting, and acting as part of inter-disciplinary projects. The Filmmaking Project gives higher secondary students experience in creating educational films. Horizons of Growth includes arts as part of holistic development.

Social & Hobbies
MGIS offers a student life that balances academics with extracurricular activities. Learning Beyond Walls includes sports, arts, life skills and experiential learning that support all-round development. Horizons of Growth encourages students to explore beyond the classroom with hands-on projects, arts, sports, and community engagement.

Community & Service
Horizons of Growth includes community engagement. Exchange Programs detail service projects in the city with partners such as L'Ecole Aujourd'hui in Paris, and collaboration on service initiatives in the city. The Ladakh exchange with Mahabodhi Residential School emphasises art, environmental studies and technology to foster collaboration.

Leadership & Professional
Scholars in Progress is an advanced program focused on subject mastery, critical thinking, discipline, and leadership development. The program integrates project-based learning and leadership development as part of MGIS's overall approach to education.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Everything is a resource to learn: a school for well-being. Learning Beyond Walls includes sports, arts, life skills and experiential learning that support the all-round development of every student. Horizons of Growth encourages students to explore beyond the classroom with hands-on projects, arts, sports, and community engagement for holistic development.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Vijayadasami admissions are open for KG intake. Admissions are open for KG intake during the Vijayadasami season. For more information contact the admissions office at +91 86808 78880 or +91 90878 78086, or email frontoffice.mgiscuddalore@gmail.com. MGIS operates from two campuses: Cuddalore and Singirikudi.
2. Academic Year Beginning Admission is open for the forthcoming academic year. Admissions are now open for the forthcoming academic year, described as commencing this noble journey of education with reverence and humility. The aim is to nurture character, virtue, and intellectual development. For more information contact the same numbers or email above.
3. To inquire or apply, contact the MGIS admissions team. Phone numbers: +91 86808 78880 and +91 90878 78086. Email: frontoffice.mgiscuddalore@gmail.com. The school teaches English, Tamil, and French.
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