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Shrewsbury International School India

India, Bhopal

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₹2,205,000 - 2,415,000
Ages 11 - 18 years
Type Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2025
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, British Curriculum
Taught languages English, Hindi, French, German, Spanish
Typical class size 14
Strengths World-Class Sports Facilities, British Boarding School Heritage, Holistic Character Education
Clubs Model United Nations, Investment Club, Natural History Society
Stages Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Shrewsbury International School India is a prestigious co-educational British boarding school situated on a 150-acre campus near Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Opening in August 2025 with its founding cohort, the school accepts students aged 11 to 18 (Grades 6-12) and follows the Cambridge International curriculum leading to IGCSE and International A Level qualifications. With a maximum capacity of 600 pupils, the school features a 90,000 sq ft indoor sports complex, an Olympic-size swimming pool, and over 20 sports including fencing, scuba diving, and rowing. The school is affiliated with Shrewsbury School UK, founded in 1552.

Shrewsbury International School India, near Ratibad, Mugaliyachap, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462044, India

The Essentials

Shrewsbury International School India has typical class sizes of 14, instruction in English.

Location
Mugaliyachap, Near Ratibad, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh 462044, India. Set on a 150-acre campus with plans to plant over 100,000 trees.

Stages
Grades 6-12 (ages 11-18). Lower Secondary (Forms 1-3, Classes 6-8), IGCSE (Forms 4-5, Classes 9-10), International A Levels (Form 6, Classes 11-12).

Type
Private co-educational British boarding school. Maximum capacity of 600 pupils.

Pupil Nationality Mix
An international community of boarders, with a maximum capacity of 600 students.

Additional learning support
Personalised pastoral care through the house system. Continuous monitoring of academic and social development by houseparents and academic staff.

Country affiliation
India. Affiliated with Shrewsbury School UK (founded 1552). Cambridge Assessment International Education accredited. Members of TAISI, BSA International, COBIS, and Trinity College London.

Religious affiliation
Non-denominational. The school promotes values of courage, integrity, wisdom, spirit, self-mastery, and kindness.

School day structure
Full boarding school programme. All meals including mid-morning and afternoon snacks are included in fees. Structured academic and co-curricular timetable.

Bus service
As a full boarding school, bus service is not applicable. The school is located near Ratibad, Bhopal.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Two purpose-built boarding houses (one boys', one girls'), each accommodating up to 64 pupils. Junior and middle school boarders share triple study bedrooms; senior pupils have twin study bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Houses include a library, pantry, entertainment zone, and indoor/outdoor lounges. Houseparents, assistant houseparents, and house administrators all live on site.

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are required. Costs are charged separately at actual cost.

Food Options
All meals are included in fees, including mid-morning and afternoon snacks. A dedicated food and nutrition programme supports student health and wellbeing.

House System
A vertical house system with boys' and girls' houses fosters a family atmosphere. Mixed age groups encourage mentoring between senior and younger pupils. Inter-house competitions span sports, music, performing arts, and creative activities.

Governance and Ownership
Affiliated with Shrewsbury School UK (founded 1552). The school has an Advisory Board of Governors and a promoting body. Founding Headmaster: Dominic Tomalin. The school operates on a solar-powered, environmentally sustainable campus.
Fees

Annual tuition at Shrewsbury International School India ranges from INR 2,205,000 to INR 2,415,000 for 2026/27.

Application and Admission Fees

Registration Fee: INR 15,000 (one-time, non-refundable, payable upon application submission)

Admissions Fee: INR 3,00,000 (one-time, non-refundable, payable on issue of the Provisional Admission Offer)

Tuition and Boarding Fees (Academic Year 2026-27)

Annual fees cover tuition, boarding accommodation, all meals and snacks, and use of sports facilities. Fees are payable in two equal installments per year.

Grades 6, 7, and 8: INR 22,05,000 annually (INR 11,02,500 per installment)

Grades 9 and 10: INR 23,10,000 annually (INR 11,55,000 per installment)

Grades 11 and 12: INR 24,15,000 annually (INR 12,07,500 per installment)

Billing Schedule and Payment Terms

Fees are billed and payable in two equal installments in Indian Rupees. A full term's fee is charged for pupils joining in the middle of a term. Late payments incur additional administrative charges. Specific fee payment methods (such as credit card or bank transfer) are not detailed on the fee schedule.

Other Costs

The standard fees do not cover uniforms, tucks, educational excursions, personal sports or music equipment, additional books and stationery, or required personal electronic devices. These are charged at actual cost.

Refund Information

A one-time Caution Money deposit of INR 2,00,000 is required upon receiving a Provisional Admission Offer. This deposit is fully refundable when the student graduates from Year 13, or if the school receives advanced written notice at least 60 school term days before the date of a transfer certificate.
Academics

Shrewsbury International School India teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, British Curriculum for students aged 11 to 18.

Curriculum
Cambridge International Education curriculum across three stages. Lower Secondary (Classes 6-8) covers 12 core subjects including English, Mathematics, Science, Computing, Humanities, Modern Foreign Languages, Art, Music, PE, Global Perspectives, Wellbeing, and Hindi. IGCSE (Classes 9-10) allows selection of 6-9 subjects. International A Levels (Classes 11-12) focus on 3-4 subjects for university preparation. Subjects at A Level include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Further Mathematics, Business, Economics, Computer Science, English Literature, Geography, History, Psychology, Design, Fine Art, and languages.

Student Teacher Ratio
Not yet published for the founding year.

Exam Results
The school opens in August 2025 with its founding cohort, so examination results are not yet available.

Higher Education Progression
A dedicated Futures Department provides university and career counselling. The school's Cambridge IGCSE and A Level qualifications are internationally recognised for university entry worldwide.

Gifted and Talented
The curriculum encourages intellectual curiosity and develops critical and creative thinking abilities. Further Mathematics is available at A Level for mathematically gifted students.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Wellbeing is a timetabled subject in Lower Secondary. The house system provides a family-like support structure. Vertical age integration encourages peer mentoring.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Not specifically detailed. Contact the school for information about learning support provisions.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Not specifically detailed. The school operates in an English-medium environment.

Mental Wellbeing
Pastoral care is described as fundamental to pupil wellbeing. Houseparents provide continuous support, and wellbeing is integrated into the curriculum. The school's values framework emphasises self-mastery and kindness.

Safeguarding
All houseparents and assistant houseparents live on site within the boarding houses. The school has dedicated staff for the safety and wellbeing of all boarders.
Parent Experience

History
Shrewsbury International School India opens in August 2025 with its founding cohort. The school is affiliated with Shrewsbury School UK, which was founded in 1552 and is one of England's most historic public schools. The India campus represents the school's expansion into South Asia, adding to Shrewsbury's existing international schools.

Community
The school aims to build a close-knit boarding community of up to 600 students on its 150-acre campus. The house system, inter-house competitions, and community service partnerships with local organisations create a strong sense of belonging.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Not yet established as the school opens in 2025. Pre-arrival information is available for founding families.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The 150-acre campus features state-of-the-art academic and co-curricular facilities. The school is solar-powered with plans to plant over 100,000 trees, creating an environmentally sustainable learning environment near Bhopal.

Sports Facilities
A 90,000 sq ft temperature-controlled indoor sports complex includes an Olympic-size swimming pool, indoor cricket arena, squash and badminton courts, indoor shooting range, climbing walls, indoor rowing facility, and gymnastics and fencing areas. Outdoor facilities support football, cricket, tennis, basketball, athletics, golf, and horse riding. Over 20 sports available including fencing, scuba diving, rowing, and shooting.

Academic Facilities
Purpose-built academic buildings with modern classrooms. Specialist facilities for science, computing, design and technology, art, and music. The campus includes dedicated boarding houses with study bedrooms, libraries, and common areas.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Over 20 sports, music programmes with Trinity College London diplomas, performing arts, MUN, Investment Club, Natural History Society, Robotics, Public Speaking, Design and Technology, mountain trail hiking, sailing, and community service with UNICEF, Shiksha Kendra, and Arushi Blind School.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Model United Nations, Investment Club, Public Speaking, and Robotics develop academic and intellectual skills beyond the classroom.

Arts & Creative
Music programmes with Trinity College London diploma qualifications, performing arts, design and technology, and fine art provide extensive creative opportunities.

Cultural & Language
Five languages offered: English, Hindi, French, German, and Spanish. The school's international community and Shrewsbury UK heritage foster cross-cultural understanding.

Social & Hobbies
Natural History Society, inter-house competitions, sailing, mountain trail hiking, and a wide range of social activities within the boarding community.

Community & Service
Volunteering partnerships with UNICEF, Shiksha Kendra, and Arushi Blind School provide meaningful community service opportunities for students.

Leadership & Professional
A dedicated Leadership Programme develops student leaders. The Futures Department provides career guidance and university counselling. Student leadership opportunities within the house system.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The 150-acre campus with 100,000+ trees promotes outdoor living. Wellbeing is a timetabled subject. Over 20 sports support physical health. Expert pastoral care through the house system.
Languages

Language Provision
Five languages offered: English (instruction), Hindi (core in Lower Secondary, elective in IGCSE/A Level), French, German, and Spanish (modern foreign language options at all levels).

Bilingual Teaching
English is the language of instruction. Hindi is taught as a core subject in Lower Secondary. French, German, and Spanish are offered as modern foreign languages.

Immersion Programs
Not specifically detailed. The school's international boarding environment provides natural English immersion for non-native speakers.
Reputation

Awards
The school is new (opening August 2025) and carries the heritage of Shrewsbury School UK, one of the original nine great English public schools recognised by the Clarendon Commission.

Accreditations
Cambridge Assessment International Education. TAISI (The Association of International Schools in India). BSA International Full Member. COBIS (Council of British International Schools). Trinity College London. Affiliated with Shrewsbury School UK (founded 1552).
Admissions

Admissions
Applications are accepted for Grades 6-12 (ages 11-18). An online application form is available. Registration fee of INR 15,000 (non-refundable) is due at application. A Boarding Experience Programme allows prospective pupils to visit. Open days and campus tours are available. Contact: +91-8273577875.

Scholarships
A scholarships page is available on the school website. Contact the school for current scholarship opportunities and eligibility criteria.

Waitlist
Not publicly detailed. Contact the admissions team for availability.
School Events
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