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Sarala Birla Academy

India, Bengaluru

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The school at a glance
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Boys School (boarding)
Opened 2004
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Indian Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)
Typical class size 23
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Sarala Birla Academy sits on a 64-acre campus on Bannerghatta Road in Bengaluru, providing a residential learning environment for boys. Established in 2004 and named after Dr. Sarala Birla, the academy reflects her educational vision and Birla family network. The school operates as a boys' boarding institution with 24x7 medical support, resident mentors, and house masters, offering a safe, supportive community for study. Academic pathways include ICSE/ISC, Cambridge IGCSE, and the IB Diploma, with small classes of about 20–25 students and a teacher–student ratio of 1:8. Students can progress from ICSE to IGCSE between Grades 8 and 9. In addition to academics, SBA runs a co-curricular program featuring sport, arts, leadership, and service. Signature elements include IH Music Fest, IC Art competitions, Model United Nations, and Round Square, tied to wellbeing ethos and Perfect Gentleman philosophy. SBA was ranked India's No. 1 Boys' Boarding School in EducationWorld 2025-26, with recognition.

Off Bannerghatta-Jigani Road, Near Bannerghatta Police Station, Bannerghatta, Bangalore Urban District (KA) - 560083

The Essentials

Sarala Birla Academy has typical class sizes of 23.

Location
Bannerghatta, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560083. The 64-acre campus is on Bannerghatta-Jigani Road in Bannerghatta, Bengaluru, near Bannerghatta Police Station.

Stages
Four academic pathways: ICSE, ISC, IGCSE, and IB Diploma.

Type
The school is a boys' residential boarding school.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Boarding houses for students; resident teachers and mentors; 24x7 medical support; House Masters for focused care.

House System
Boarding houses for students; House Masters provide focused care.

Governance and Ownership
The school is operated by Aditya Birla Management Corporation Pvt. Ltd.
Fees
Application fees
- No publicly available, itemised application or registration fee amount is published for the 2026/27 academic year.

Tuition fees by school year
- The school does not publish a public, grade-by-grade tuition schedule for the 2026/27 academic year. No per-term or per-year tuition amounts broken down by year group are available publicly.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No publicly available, specific billing schedule (term dates for invoicing, due dates, late-payment penalties) or standard payment terms are published for the 2026/27 academic year.

Boarding fees (where applicable)
- The school operates as a residential (boarding) school and provides boarding houses and residential care, but no public schedule of boarding fees, security deposits, or termly/annual boarding charges is published for the 2026/27 academic year.

Other costs and one‑time charges
- No public, itemised amounts are published for expected additional costs such as uniforms, textbooks, activity fees, transport, medical charges, technology fees, security deposits, or vacation/leave-period boarding charges for 2026/27.

Refund information
- No public policy text or specified refund schedule for fee refunds, withdrawal charges, or pro‑rata refunds for mid‑term withdrawals is published for the 2026/27 academic year.

Fee payment options
- No public list of accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit/debit card, demand draft, UPI) is published for 2026/27. For enquiries about accepted payment methods and the school's invoicing process, contact admissions directly.

How to obtain the complete fee schedule and formal fee policy
- The school publishes contact details for admissions; use these channels to request the formal, current fee schedule, payment terms, and refund policy for the relevant academic year: phone +91 99863 48200 or +91 80 4134 8201, email info@saralabirlaacademy.org.
Academics

Sarala Birla Academy teaches Indian Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP).

Curriculum
ICSE and ISC, IB Diploma, Cambridge IGCSE

Student Teacher Ratio
1:8
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides personal mentorship for every student. The school offers lifelong mentors through House Masters who ensure consistent care. The school gives equal importance to character, judgement, and responsibility as to academics. The school partners closely with parents for the growth of every pupil. The school supports wellbeing through sports and play. Boarding life fosters independence and lasting friendships, supporting social and emotional development.

Mental Wellbeing
The school recognizes wellbeing as physical, emotional, and mental wellness.
Parent Experience

History
Named after the late Dr. Sarala Birla, grandmother of Kumar Mangalam Birla, the academy reflects her educational vision. The family runs several leading schools in the country. Established in 2004, it sits on a 64-acre campus in Bannerghatta, Bengaluru. Sarala Birla Academy is a residential school for boys offering ICSE/ISC, IGCSE, and IB Diploma pathways.

Community
Boarding houses provide a warm, home-like environment where boys develop independence under resident teachers and house masters. Well-being is supported through sports and play within a structured daily routine, with staff providing care and mentorship. Dedicated spaces and opportunities help each student discover strengths through sport, leadership, clubs and exploration.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Personal mentorship is central to student life. Beyond academics, character and responsibility are prioritized. Lifelong mentors are provided by House Masters for consistent care. The academy and parents ensure a close partnership for every pupil's growth. Boarding life includes resident teachers, house masters, and 24x7 medical support. The principal highlights a home–school partnership to raise world-ready leaders.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus spans 64 acres on Bannerghatta Road in Bengaluru and houses learning, boarding, sport and care on a single connected campus. It is a modern residential educational institution for boys with more than 20 years of residential education. The campus includes boarding houses for students, resident teachers and mentors, 24x7 medical support, and house masters for focused care. The school offers ICSE and ISC, IB Diploma, and Cambridge IGCSE as academic pathways, with small classes and a 1:8 teacher-student ratio to ensure personal attention. It is jointly ranked India's No. 1 Boys' Boarding School in EducationWorld India School Rankings 2025-26.

Sports Facilities
Sport is part of SBA's Experiences beyond the classroom, with dedicated spaces and diverse opportunities for sport. Sport, Leadership, Clubs and Exploration are among the experiences offered. The Sports framework emphasizes fitness, teamwork, competitiveness and discipline. Participation in these activities builds confidence, discipline and responsibility beyond the classroom.

Academic Facilities
ICSE and ISC; IB Diploma; Cambridge IGCSE are offered as academic pathways. Small classes and an exceptional 1:8 teacher-student ratio ensure every boy is personally known. Different academic pathways with personal attention at every stage.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Experiences that build confidence, discipline and responsibility beyond the classroom are provided through dedicated spaces and diverse opportunities. Sport, Leadership, Clubs and Exploration are offered as part of SBA's extracurricular activities. These experiences help students discover their strengths and pursue their preferred paths. SBA provides dedicated spaces and opportunities for sport, leadership, clubs and exploration.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers three academic pathways: ICSE/ISC, the IB Diploma Programme and Cambridge IGCSE. Students can move from ICSE to IGCSE between Grades 8 and 9. The school maintains a 1:8 teacher–student ratio with class sizes of about 20–25 students for personalised attention. There is a 24x7 Academic Advantage with teachers on campus to support learning beyond formal hours.

Arts & Creative
Drama, band, photography, and other creative activities are part of SBA's offering, including involvement in a school magazine and art. The school hosts arts-focused events such as the IH Music Fest and IC Art competitions. Creative writing, declamation, and other forms of creative expression appear in SBA's activity calendar and CAS offerings. CAS and related programmes provide structured opportunities for creativity, activity, and service.

Cultural & Language
The school pursues international curricula through the IB Diploma Programme and Cambridge IGCSE, fostering global perspectives. Model United Nations (MUN) and Round Square involvement provide cultural exchange and international engagement opportunities. Language-related study is part of the IB experience, with exposure to diverse subjects and global-minded activities.

Social & Hobbies
Clubs and exploration are central to SBA's extra-curricular landscape. Students participate in inter-house activities such as the IH MUN and IH Music Fest, among other events. The calendar includes IC Art competitions, spell bee, general quizzes, and other creative and intellectual activities that run throughout the year. These experiences are designed to build confidence, teamwork, and a spirit of inquiry beyond the classroom.

Community & Service
Community service is integrated into SBA's programme through CAS (Creativity, Activity and Service), emphasizing service learning and social responsibility. The school's CAS activities include outdoor programmes and community-oriented projects coordinated with student and teacher leadership. Social Service Day and other service initiatives are part of SBA's experiential learning approach. CAS reinforces a culture of giving back as part of holistic development.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership is embedded through boarding routines, mentorship, sports, and clubs as part of SBA's development model. The school's keyword framework highlights Leadership as a core value, alongside Mentorship and Independence. The University & Higher Education Guidance team provides targeted support with a dedicated Career Counsellor. Involvement in MUN, Round Square, and school-scale leadership opportunities develop students' ability to guide, influence, and take responsibility.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellbeing is a central pillar of SBA, reflected in the Wellbeing emphasis within the school's values. Sports form a key part of daily life, promoting fitness, teamwork, and discipline. The campus features a 64-acre site with boarding houses, resident mentors, and 24x7 medical support to ensure physical and mental health. The Perfect Gentleman philosophy reinforces integrity, discipline, and self-regulation to support overall well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
Hindi and French are languages connected to SBA's programs. The France Exchange Programme includes Hindi and French language workshops and exchanges. The school calendar lists an IC Handwriting competition in English and Hindi, indicating English language use and Hindi language activity in school. English is emphasised in SBA admissions materials.
Admissions

Admissions
Grade entry and pathways: Students can enter Grade 11; direct entry into Grade 12 is generally not offered for the IB and ISC pathways because subject choices and coursework begin in Grade 11 and continue into Grade 12. Families should plan for admission by Grade 11 at the latest. SBA is a fully residential boys' boarding school that offers ICSE and ISC, along with the IB Diploma Programme and Cambridge IGCSE.

Admission enquiry and campus visit: Submit an online admissions enquiry to plan a campus visit. The online form collects the student's name, parent's name, email address, mobile number, city, and the grade of interest. Schedule a campus visit to meet the admissions team and experience SBA's campus.

Admission assessment: SBA conducts an admission assessment to understand the student's academic preparedness and identify learning gaps before admission, rather than ranking applicants against one another. The assessment helps tailor support and inform pathway planning. The assessment is used to understand the student's needs and readiness.

Pathway selection: SBA offers four academic pathways: ICSE, ISC, Cambridge IGCSE, and IB Diploma. Small classes and a teacher-student ratio of 1:8 enable personalized guidance to help select the pathway best suited to the student's future. Students and families consult with the admissions team to decide the pathway that aligns with aims and higher education plans.
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