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Meridian School for Boys and Girls

India, Hyderabad

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₹229,600 - 475,000
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 4500
Type Co-educational
Opened 1995
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), CBSE Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)
Taught languages Hindi, Telugu, French, Spanish, Samoan
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Meridian School for Boys and Girls in Hyderabad operates across six campuses—Banjara Hills, Madhapur, Kukatpally, Uppal, Kompally and Warangal—serving nursery to Grade 12 with a student community of over 4,500. The Banjara Hills campus at 8-2-541, Rd Number 7, Zahara Nagar, offers CBSE from Nursery to Grade 5, with English, Hindi and Telugu languages and French from Grade 1 to 5; robotics begins in Grade 1. Madhapur hosts the IB Primary Years Programme for Nursery through Grade 5 and Cambridge studies, while CBSE is available from Grade 6 to 12 across campuses. Founded in 1995, Meridian emphasizes an Achiever Model—hands-on learning, internships and leadership development to prepare students for future careers. The school fosters a broad sports program—football, basketball, volleyball, cricket, table tennis, chess, taekwondo and yoga—and extensive clubs, including MUN, robotics and the KALANJALI Art Club. It aims to develop values, leadership and holistic growth alongside academics for all.

8-2-541, Rd Number 7, Zahara Nagar, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034, India

The Essentials

Meridian School for Boys and Girls has 4,500 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
The Meridian School for Boys & Girls is located in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034. The address is 8-2-541, Rd Number 7, Zahara Nagar, Banjara Hills. It sits in an urban, central area of Hyderabad.

Stages
Nursery to Grade 8. IB PYP Coordinator grades Nur - 5. In charge Grades 6-8 CBSE.

Type
Co-educational (Boys & Girls).

Additional learning support
The school has a Special Educator and a Counselor/Wellness Teacher.

Country affiliation
India
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Sports Uniform is worn on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays; School Uniform is worn on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Hoodies and Blazers are provided for students in Grades 9 to 12. Uniforms are to be procured by parents. New students may attend in casual attire during March and April, and uniforms can be purchased online with size trials available on the school's designated dates.

Food Options
Breakfast and lunch are provided on campus. Meals are planned by a nutritionist and prepared under strict hygienic conditions. A weekly menu is published on the school's site, and there is no additional charge for food services.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of the Meridian Group of Schools, founded in 1995 by Neelakanta Butta and Renuka Butta. Current leadership includes Ms. Tejaswi Butta (CEO, Meridian Group of Schools), Mr. Amogh Butta (COO, Meridian Group of Schools), Mrs. Lalitha Naidu Injety (President, Meridian Group of Schools), and Mr. Pratul Butta (Director, Meridian Group of Schools).
Fees

Annual tuition at Meridian School for Boys and Girls ranges from INR 229,600 to INR 475,000 for 2026/27.

Admission & application fees

- Form / suitability test fee: INR 2,000 (per application).
- Admission / enrolment components:
- Madhapur campus: Admission fee INR 5,000 plus Enrollment fee INR 30,000 (total admission/enrolment INR 35,000).
- Kukatpally campus: Admission fee INR 5,000 and Enrollment fee INR 25,000 (as shown for Kukatpally).

Tuition fees — Meridian School, Madhapur (Academic year 2026–27) — per term and annual total

- Nursery: Term I INR 91,800; Term II INR 68,900; Term III INR 68,900; Annual total INR 229,600.
- PP I: Term I INR 97,400; Term II INR 73,000; Term III INR 73,000; Annual total INR 243,400.
- PP II: Term I INR 103,200; Term II INR 77,400; Term III INR 77,400; Annual total INR 258,000.
- Std I: Term I INR 109,400; Term II INR 82,050; Term III INR 82,050; Annual total INR 273,500.
- Std II: Term I INR 116,000; Term II INR 87,000; Term III INR 87,000; Annual total INR 290,000.
- Std III: Term I INR 122,900; Term II INR 92,150; Term III INR 92,150; Annual total INR 307,200.
- Std IV: Term I INR 130,280; Term II INR 97,710; Term III INR 97,710; Annual total INR 325,700.
- Std V: Term I INR 138,080; Term II INR 103,560; Term III INR 103,560; Annual total INR 345,200.
- Std VI: Term I INR 146,400; Term II INR 109,800; Term III INR 109,800; Annual total INR 366,000.
- Std VII: Term I INR 155,200; Term II INR 116,400; Term III INR 116,400; Annual total INR 388,000.
- Std VIII: Term I INR 164,500; Term II INR 123,350; Term III INR 123,350; Annual total INR 411,200.
- Std IX: Term I INR 174,400; Term II INR 130,750; Term III INR 130,750; Annual total INR 435,900.
- Std X: Term I INR 176,200; Term II INR 132,150; Term III INR 132,150; Annual total INR 440,500.
- Std XI (Science / Commerce / Humanities): Term I INR 151,670; Term II INR 151,670; Term III INR 151,660; Annual total INR 455,000 (same structure and amounts shown for all streams).
- Std XII (Science / Commerce / Humanities): Term I INR 158,340; Term II INR 158,340; Term III INR 158,320; Annual total INR 475,000 (same structure and amounts shown for all streams).

Tuition fees — Meridian School, Kukatpally (Fee structure shown for 2024–25) — per term and annual total

- Admission fee INR 5,000; Enrollment fee INR 25,000.
- Nursery: Term I INR 48,000; Term II INR 36,000; Term III INR 36,000; Annual total INR 120,000.
- PP I: Term I INR 51,600; Term II INR 38,700; Term III INR 38,700; Annual total INR 129,000.
- PP II: Term I INR 52,400; Term II INR 39,300; Term III INR 39,300; Annual total INR 131,000.
- Std I: Term I INR 55,600; Term II INR 41,700; Term III INR 41,700; Annual total INR 139,000.
- Std II: Term I INR 60,800; Term II INR 45,600; Term III INR 45,600; Annual total INR 152,000.
- Std III: Term I INR 63,600; Term II INR 47,700; Term III INR 47,700; Annual total INR 159,000.
- Std IV: Term I INR 66,000; Term II INR 49,500; Term III INR 49,500; Annual total INR 165,000.
- Std V: Term I INR 68,400; Term II INR 51,300; Term III INR 51,300; Annual total INR 171,000.
- Std VI: Term I INR 71,200; Term II INR 53,400; Term III INR 53,400; Annual total INR 178,000.
- Std VII: Term I INR 73,200; Term II INR 54,900; Term III INR 54,900; Annual total INR 183,000.
- Std VIII: Term I INR 75,200; Term II INR 56,400; Term III INR 56,400; Annual total INR 188,000.
- Std IX: Term I INR 76,800; Term II INR 57,600; Term III INR 57,600; Annual total INR 192,000.
- Std X: Term I INR 78,800; Term II INR 59,100; Term III INR 59,100; Annual total INR 197,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The academic year is divided into three terms; fees are payable for three terms. The first-term fee must be received to confirm admission. Each term's fee is payable within one week of the start of the new term.
- Transport charges (if opted) are calculated by route/km and are collected on a six-monthly basis; the admissions summary shows typical transport ranges quoted for a 20 km route. Books and stationery are included in the school fee; two meals (breakfast and lunch) are included unless otherwise stated.

Boarding fees

- No boarding fees are listed. The school operates day-school services with on-campus meals provided; no boarding facility or boarding fee is shown in the disclosed fee documents.

Other costs and recurring charges

- Uniform cost: approximately INR 5,000–6,000 for three sets (parents to procure uniforms via the school's portal or designated collection).
- Transport (approximate): the admissions summary lists a minimum and maximum example for a 20 km route (example range shown: INR 52,800 to INR 88,800 collected on a six‑monthly basis). Exact transport charges vary by distance and route.
- Books & stationery: included in the school fee; textbooks and stationery are issued on presentation of the fee receipt.
- Meals: breakfast and lunch are provided and included in the fee for day students (no separate mess fee listed for day students).
- Sibling discount: a sibling discount of INR 10,000 is shown as applicable where conditions are met.

Refunds and non‑refundable charges

- The admission/enrolment fee is non‑refundable. No separate refundable security deposit or caution-money refund terms were provided in the disclosed fee documents.

Fee payment options and payee details

- Cheque, draft or remittance instructions: payments by cheque, draft, or remittance should be made in favour of "Meridian Educational Society" payable at Hyderabad (school communications list these instruments). The school also uses a parent/student portal (MyClassBoard) for parent accounts and fee administration. Specific online payment methods accepted (credit card, net banking, UPI) are not itemized in the disclosed documents.

Brief note on coverage and items not explicitly listed

- The Madhapur fee schedule for academic year 2026–27 and the Kukatpally schedule (shown for 2024–25) were published in the school's mandatory disclosure/fee documents. The Banjara Hills campus fee schedule in an accessible fee table was not found in the disclosed PDFs while preparing this summary; where a campus-specific figure was not available, the campus-level admissions summary values are reported above. The documents used are the school's published fee PDFs and the admissions summary.
Academics

Meridian School for Boys and Girls teaches IB (PYP), CBSE Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
IBPYP (International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme) and Cambridge curriculum are offered as distinct, globally recognized frameworks. CBSE is also offered with AISSE (Class 10) and AISSCE (Class 12) examinations. Accreditations include CBSE, IBPYP, and Cambridge. CBSE Affiliation No: 3630044.

Student Teacher Ratio
Foundational years: 25:2; Primary: 25:1; Middle & Secondary: 30:1.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides an inclusive and safe environment that values every student and emphasizes emotional well-being and diversity. It supports social and emotional development and fosters resilience, emotional intelligence, and positive behavior. There is a zero-tolerance policy for bullying to ensure a supportive atmosphere where students can flourish.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has a Special Education Needs (SEN) department with an inclusive education model. It conducts individualized assessments and creates customized learning plans with targeted support and specialized services. Limited SEN intake per class is maintained to ensure effective support, and a dedicated SEN teacher-student ratio of 1:15 is upheld within SEN programs.

Mental Wellbeing
Resilience and well-being are integrated into the school's approach, focusing on emotional intelligence, stress management, and work-life balance. Programs support mental health and personal growth, helping students manage emotions and social interactions.

Safeguarding
The school upholds an inclusive and safe environment with a zero-tolerance policy for bullying, prioritizing student safety and welfare and fostering a culture of safeguarding across campuses.
Parent Experience

History
Meridian School, Hyderabad was founded in 1995. It operates across multiple campuses in Banjara Hills, Madhapur, Kukatpally, Uppal, Kompally, and Warangal. The school is affiliated with CBSE, IB, and Cambridge, indicating a global orientation. It serves nursery through grade 12 and has a community of over 4,500 students, with alumni working in diverse fields worldwide. The Achiever Model guides its approach, emphasizing hands-on learning, internships, and leadership development to prepare students for future careers.

Community
Meridian's campus life centers on clubs, expeditions, internships, and global exchange opportunities, with student-led clubs spanning arts, culture, science, and service. The program includes a Model United Nations, field trips, robotics, and a broad sports offering that includes football, basketball, volleyball, cricket, and more. Clubs include Art Club, Cultural Club, Eco Club, TED-Ed Club, Interact Club, Health & Wellness Club, SSR Club, and Literary Club, among others, fostering creativity, collaboration and global awareness. Annual expeditions and internships, along with global exchanges, provide practical experiences that complement classroom learning.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Meridian School operates across six campuses: Banjara Hills, Madhapur, Kukatpally, Uppal, Kompally, and Warangal. It has state-of-the-art infrastructure. The school offers CBSE, IBPYP, and the Cambridge curriculum. It emphasizes values, leadership and holistic development alongside academics.

Sports Facilities
Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Cricket, Table Tennis, Chess, Taekwondo and Yoga are part of the school's sports program. The program emphasizes teamwork, physical fitness and leadership development. A broad range of activities is offered to match diverse student interests. Campus Life describes sports as a core aspect of student life.

Academic Facilities
IBPYP is offered at Madhapur for Nursery through Grade 5; Cambridge Curriculum is available at Madhapur; CBSE is offered from Grade 6 to 12. Banjara Hills provides CBSE from Nursery through Grade 5 with languages including English, Hindi and Telugu, and French taught from Grade 1 to 5; robotics begins from Grade 1. Kukatpally follows CBSE from Grade 1 to 10, with Hindi and Telugu from PP2 and a third language starting Grade 6. At Madhapur, languages include English, Hindi, Telugu and Spanish for Grades 1–5 with French from Grade 6 and Sanskrit accompanying Cambridge offerings; Cambridge Curriculum is on offer from the current academic year.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Clubs include Art Club, Cultural Club, Eco Club, TED-Ed Club, Interact Club, Health & Wellness Club, SSR Club and Literary Club. Model United Nations (MUN) is offered. Field trips expand learning beyond the classroom. Robotics is a hands-on program where students code and build robots. The sports program includes Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Cricket, Table Tennis, Chess, Taekwondo and Yoga.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Annual expeditions, internships, and global exchange opportunities broaden real-world learning. Model United Nations, TED-Ed, and the School Enterprise Challenge develop critical skills. Student leadership and community outreach initiatives foster confidence and social responsibility.

Arts & Creative
KALANJALI Art Club awakens creativity and self-expression. Co-curricular platforms cover music, sculpture, pottery, dance, and crafts. Each student selects from a kaleidoscope of artistic activities.

Cultural & Language
SANSKRITI fosters native cultural pride while welcoming global cultures. Culture is explored through music, dance, and drama. The club preserves and promotes our cultural heritage.

Social & Hobbies
The SPARK SQUAD develops international leadership skills. The INTERACT CLUB promotes service, teamwork, and respect. The TRAILBLAZERS encourage heritage awareness and social uplift.

Community & Service
The TRAILBLAZERS Heritage + SSR Club trains students to protect heritage. It promotes ecological sustainability and volunteerism. Compassion and empathy guide community outreach.

Leadership & Professional
Student leadership initiatives foster responsibility and collaboration. Global opportunities and awards support future professional development. Public speaking and debate through MUN build confidence.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Bagless days emphasize hands-on, experiential learning. AAYUSHMAN BHAVA Health and Wellness promotes EQ, nutrition, sanitation, and safety. Yoga and fitness support physical and mental wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
Banjara Hills starts Hindi and Telugu from PP2; from Grade 1 to 5 French is taught, and from Grade 6 students may choose Hindi or French as a second language with Telugu remaining compulsory. Madhapur offers English, Hindi and Telugu from PP2; Spanish is taught from Grades 1–5, and from Grade 6 French is introduced along with Sanskrit, with Cambridge Curriculum available. Kukatpally starts Hindi and Telugu from PP2, with a third language beginning in Grade 6. Languages taught across campuses include English, Hindi, Telugu, French, Spanish and Sanskrit.
Admissions

Admissions
Admission policy: The Meridian School has an open and inclusive admission policy. It admits pupils irrespective of gender, race, disability, or special educational needs, provided there are good prospects of meeting their needs without unduly prejudicing the education and welfare of other pupils. Inclusion Education is promoted to ensure every child has the opportunity to flourish. The school maintains a low student‑teacher ratio across levels: 25:2 in Foundational years, 25:1 in Primary, and 30:1 in Middle & Secondary.

Admission process: For Banjara Hills and Madhapur campuses, form fee and suitability test are Rs 2,000 each; admission is Rs 30,000 and enrolment Rs 5,000. For Kukatpally campus, form fee is Rs 2,000; admission Rs 25,000; enrolment Rs 5,000. The remainder of the process includes a PRE‑guided counselling session, a school tour, and an interaction with the Principal or Vice Principal. Books, stationery and two meals are included in the fee. Uniform and transport costs vary by distance; transport costs start around Rs 52,800 and can go up to Rs 88,800, payable in six monthly installments. A sibling discount of Rs 10,000 is available where applicable.

Documents: Birth Certificate; Transfer Certificate; Bonafide Certificate; Aadhaar cards for child and parents; passport-sized photographs; medical records if applicable.

Age criteria: Toddlers 2+, Nursery 3+, PPI 4+, PPII 5+, Grade 1-6+.

Language policy and curriculum: Language policy: A second language is introduced from Grade PPII; options include Hindi and Telugu through Grade V. From Grade VI onward, students can choose French, Sanskrit, or Urdu (availability depends on branch). International languages Spanish and French are offered as foreign language options at Madhapur and Banjara Hills branches. Curriculum: CBSE is offered from Grades 6-12 at Banjara Hills and Madhapur; Nursery to Grade 10 at Kukatpally. IB is offered Nursery to Grade 5 at Banjara Hills and Madhapur. Cambridge Curriculum is newly introduced and is offered from Nursery to Grade 7, with plans to extend to Grade 10 in coming years.

Timings and transport: Regular school hours are 7:50 AM to 2:45 PM at Banjara Hills; 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Madhapur; 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM at Kukatpally. For Nursery to Grade 5, all Saturdays are holidays. For Grades 6 to 12, 2nd and 3rd Saturdays are holidays; 1st and 4th Saturdays are working days. The school operates GPS‑tracked buses with trained drivers and attendants; transport fees depend on distance.

Mess policy and uniform: The school provides meals designed by a nutritionist with fresh fruits, vegetables, grains and proteins, along with purified RO water. There is no additional fee for food services. Uniforms are procured by parents; specific day‑to‑day uniforms are defined by policy.

Discipline and facilities: The school adheres to a code of conduct with emphasis on respect, integrity, responsibility and empathy; punctuality and attendance are emphasized, and there is zero tolerance for bullying. Facilities include modern infrastructure, low student‑teacher ratios, digital boards, robotics and STEM labs, reading programs (RazPlus), life skills program by Mystic Land, and an art program (Indifame). The school is accredited to offer CBSE, IB, and Cambridge boards.

Extracurriculars and university guidance: Extracurricular activities include leadership opportunities such as MUN and TEDx Talks. A full‑time career guidance team supports university admissions and career planning, and the school maintains university collaborations and testing registrations (College Board).

International exposure and subjects: Meridian offers international exchange programs with trips to France and other destinations; in Grades 11 and 12, streams include MPC, BiPC, MBiPC, MEC, CEIC, and HEC with core and optional subjects available across streams.
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