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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₹1,394,756 - 2,024,271
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 650
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2008
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme)
Taught languages English, French, Hindi, Mandarin, Spanish
Typical class size 15
Strengths Sport, STEM, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Stonehill International School in Bengaluru is an IB World School offering the continuum of IB programs for ages 3–18: PYP, MYP, DP and the Career-related Programme (IBCP). It operates as a day and boarding campus on a 34-acre site with facilities, including a STEM Building, an Arts Centre, three boarding houses, a multipurpose sports hall, a swimming pool, indoor and outdoor basketball, tennis courts and an astro turf football field. On-site dining and healthcare support a diverse student body from 35 countries. Language options at the PYP level include Hindi, Spanish and Mandarin, with French added in MYP/DP. The school is IB-accredited and CIS/NEASC-accredited, adjacent to the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence and the Embassy International Riding School, expanding after-school and weekend activities. Features include a 1:1 Apple device program, a focus on university preparation through the DP core, and signature programs such as the Stonehill Science Bowl and SISMUN.

5H9W+PRQ, No.259/333/334/335, Tarahunise Post, Jala Hobli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 562157, India

The Essentials

Stonehill International School has 650 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location

259 / 333 / 334 / 335 Tarahunise Post, Jala Hobli, Bangalore North 562 157, India

Stages

Ages 3-18; Primary Years Programme (Nursery to Grade 5); Middle Years Programme (Grade 6-10); Diploma Programme (Grade 11-12); Career-related Programme (Grade 11-12)

Type

Day and boarding international school

Pupil Nationality Mix

Students from more than 35 countries; teachers from over 15 countries

Additional learning support

Learning Support; English as an Additional Language (EAL); Counselling

Country affiliation

India
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements

The school offers Full-time Boarding (seven days a week) and Weekly Boarding (five days a week). The boarding houses feature twin and quad sharing rooms, a common lounge and a study room. The houses are supported by the cafeteria, a fitness centre and a 24 hour medical centre. Experienced House Parents, tutors and service staff take care of children and their individual needs.

Food Options

The cafeteria serves freshly prepared nutritious meals with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. After school hours and in between meals, boarders can make light snacks in their common rooms.

Governance and Ownership

Stonehill is a not-for-profit school governed by a five-member Governing Council. The Governing Council acts under the delegated authority of the Board of Stonehill Education Foundation. Registered name: Stonehill Education Foundation. An Embassy Group Education Initiative.
Fees

Annual tuition at Stonehill International School ranges from INR 1,394,756 to INR 2,024,271 for 2026/27.

*Application fee*
- A non‑refundable application fee of USD 150 (per child) is required to process admission applications.

*One‑time / admission charges*
- A one‑time admission/registration charge is commonly reported in the market at approximately INR 190,000.
- A one‑time security / deposit amount is commonly reported in the market at approximately INR 400,000.

*Annual tuition – fees by year group (annual totals in INR)*
- Nursery / Kindergarten (UKG): INR 1,394,756 (annual total reported).
- Grade 1–2: INR 1,394,756 (annual total reported).
- Grade 3–5: INR 1,903,211 (annual total reported).
- Grade 6–7: INR 1,927,423 (annual total reported).
- Grade 8–12: INR 2,024,271 (annual total reported for each grade in this band).

*Approximate per‑term amounts (equal split approximation)*
- Where annual amounts are required to be shown per term, divide the annual figure into three equal terms (school year runs August–June). Example: Grade 8–12 annual INR 2,024,271 ≈ INR 674,757 per term (annual ÷ 3). The academic session is reported as August to June.

*Boarding fees*
- Full‑time boarding is commonly reported at approximately INR 1,500,000 per year (annual full‑boarding figure reported by market sources).
- Weekly boarding options are offered; published market summaries place overall boarding‑inclusive annual charges in the same general range as full boarding depending on grade and plan.

*Other recurring or ancillary costs parents should budget for*
- Development / capital contribution or development fee in the range of ~INR 190,000 (reported as a typical one‑time admission/entry charge).
- Meal plans / cafeteria charges, activity and trip charges, transport (bus) fees, uniforms, textbooks and learning resources, elective/extracurricular programme fees and examination fees are additional to the tuition totals and are routinely listed as separate line items in the overall cost package.

*Billing schedule and payment terms*
- The school operates on an academic session that runs August to June and publishes a parent portal for fee payment. Fees are shown in market summaries as annual totals; many families pay via the school's billing schedule (annual or instalment options reported). Exact instalment dates and late‑payment terms are set by the school's finance office and shown on the school billing statements.

*Refund information*
- The application fee is non‑refundable. A security deposit is commonly reported as a one‑time charge; market listings identify it as a deposit (industry practice for schools is to treat that amount as a refundable deposit subject to the school's refund policy). Specific refund conditions, timelines and any deductions for unpaid dues or damage are managed under the school's finance/refund policy.

*Fee payment options*
- The school provides a Parent Portal with an online "pay fees" facility for electronic payments. The application fee is collected in USD during the application stage. Other commonly accepted methods reported across schools of this type include online payments via the parent portal and bank/billing transactions processed through the school's finance office; exact acceptable payment instruments (credit card, bank transfer/NEFT/RTGS, cheque etc.) are implemented through the parent portal and the school's billing system.

*Notes for budgeting purposes*
- Published market summaries and school‑listing services report annual tuition ranges for Stonehill that vary by grade and by boarding/day status; typical reported annual totals fall broadly in the INR 1.4 million to INR 2.1 million range depending on year group and boarding.

If your database requires the fee lines in a different currency or with alternate rounding, the figures above are reported in Indian rupees (INR) as presented in current market fee summaries.
Academics

Stonehill International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum

Stonehill exclusively offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum for ages 3-18. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) runs Nursery to Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) runs Grade 6 to 10, the Diploma Programme (DP) runs Grade 11 to 12, and the Career-related Programme (IBCP) runs Grade 11 to 12. The Diploma Programme is a two-year programme for 16-19-year-olds, with a DP core (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, Creativity, Activity and Service) and six subject groups, and a strong focus on university preparation. Language options include Hindi, Spanish and Mandarin at the PYP level, with French added in the MYP and DP levels. The school holds IB World School accreditation and is further accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and other bodies.

Student Teacher Ratio

Average class size 16-18 students; student-teacher ratio 8:1.

Exam Results

IB Results 2025: 64 Grade 12 students; five students scored above 40 points; 25% of the cohort scored 35 points or more. University placements for the Class of 2025 include offers from universities in 18 countries, with 39 offers from top-50 institutions such as UC London, University of Warwick, University of Manchester, University of St Andrews, Kings College London, University of California, University of British Columbia, and Berklee College of Music, among others.

Higher Education Progression

Stonehill graduates have been accepted to universities around the world, recent ones including Stanford University, London School of Economics (LSE), Dartmouth College, University of Cambridge, Parsons School of Design, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), New York University (NYU), Sarah Lawrence College, University of Southern California (USC), MIT Boston, University of British Columbia (UBC), LaSalle School of Arts, City University of Hong Kong, Essec University, Erasmus University, University of Sydney, Newcastle University, Ashoka University, Flame University and many more.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

SEL is a cornerstone of Stonehill, especially within the IB program. Primary School uses Personal, Social Education (PSE) to build resilience, a strong sense of self, healthy relationships, and well‑being, with four key areas: Wellness, Growth and Development, Managing Self, and Managing Relationships. The Primary School Counsellor leads targeted PSE lessons as part of the PSE program. Well‑being is woven throughout the entire PYP curriculum. In Secondary School, the Personal and Social Development (PSD) programme develops self‑awareness, self‑management, social awareness, emotional health, child protection, sex education, and career planning; external speakers and parent workshops deepen understanding and support.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The Student Support Services in Primary School consist of Learning Support, English as an Additional Language (EAL) and Counselling. Learning Support and EAL teachers cover two grades from P3 to P8 (Grades 1–5), with the Head of Student Support Services supporting the full‑immersion early years. Co‑teaching plays a considerable role to ensure the team supports the individual needs of the learners. EAL is assessed with the World‑Class Instructional Design and Assessment (WIDA) scale, a tailored learning program is delivered, and, once bridging is achieved, learners exit the programme to study Hindi, Spanish or Mandarin. Counselling is transdisciplinary and linked to units of inquiry; sexuality education supports child protection and Kelso skills are developed to support learners' well‑being.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Primary EAL uses the World‑Class Instructional Design and Assessment (WIDA) scale to assess learners and delivers a tailored program in scheduled lessons. When students reach the bridging level, they exit EAL and may study Hindi, Spanish or Mandarin. In Secondary, English B language acquisition support is provided across speaking, listening, reading and writing, with Primary EAL entering Secondary in Language Acquisition‑English lessons aligned to IB MYP Group 2; extra weekly lessons may replace standard English lessons, and after exit criteria are met, students join English Language and Literature plus Language Acquisition in other languages for the remainder of the MYP.

Mental Wellbeing

Counselling is a transdisciplinary practice integrated with IB units of inquiry and includes sexuality education to support child protection. Kelso skills are developed to support teachers and learners. The Secondary School Counselling Team provides one‑to‑one or small group sessions addressing coping with changes, transition, self‑esteem, friendships, study skills, stress management and other concerns. The PSD curriculum in Secondary focuses on emotional health and social skills to promote a healthy, balanced life.

Safeguarding

Stonehill is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The school will reserve the right to conduct background screening, and will do so periodically for employees. It aligns with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection.
Parent Experience

History

Founded in 2008, Stonehill International School is part of Embassy Education, the education vertical of the Embassy Group. The ground breaking and pooja were held in September 2007, and the Administration Block began construction in April 2008; the school opened its doors to eighteen students on 8 September 2008. IB authorisations followed: Diploma Programme in 2010, Primary Years Programme in 2011, and Middle Years Programme in 2012. A boarding programme was launched in August 2014, with the Multipurpose Hall inaugurated in October 2018 and the Arts Centre and STEM Block in November 2019. The New Library Building opened in September 2022, IB Career-related Programme authorisation was achieved in 2024, and the New High-school Block opened in August 2025.

Community

Stonehill has a diverse community of learners in Bangalore with students from more than thirty five countries and teachers from over fifteen. The school encourages open channels of communication to help students and their families adapt to their surroundings, and provides ample opportunities for families to get involved and form support groups. The academic year is dotted with formal get-togethers on campus and service-oriented projects which involve meaningful participation with local communities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The Stonehill PTA is a voluntary association of parents formed with the aim of developing a closer connection between school and home by encouraging parent involvement. The association welcomes new families and promotes a positive community spirit in the School, supporting the educational experience of all students. Big events they host include the Back to School Barbeque, Diwali Mela, and the International Food Fair (IFF). The Stonehill PTA aligns its activities with the IB Learner Profile, and supports charities through a holistic approach, including the Government School adopted by Stonehill and service learning projects. The PTA also provides resources such as the Stonehill New Family Guide in English and Korean.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

Spread over 34 acres, the campus is purpose-built, safe and highly conducive to learning. It is an International Baccalaureate World School accredited by CIS/NEASC and the Australian Boarding Schools Association. The campus features a state-of-the-art environment with extensive sports fields and facilities, including a STEM building, an exclusive Arts Centre, three boarding houses, a multipurpose sports hall, a swimming pool, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts and an astro turf football field. The school is adjacent to Embassy International Riding School and the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence, providing access to world-class facilities beyond the campus. It operates as a day and boarding school with on-site dining, healthcare and weekend activities, and hosts a diverse student body drawn from more than 35 countries.

Sports Facilities

State-of-the-art sports infrastructure includes a multipurpose sports hall, a swimming pool, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts and an astro turf football field. The Padukone Dravid Centre For Sports Excellence (CSE) is Stonehill's next-door neighbour, offering world-class facilities and enabling after-school training and hosting visiting teams. Stonehill is a founding member of BAASC and ISACI, with teams competing in athletics, basketball, cricket, football, swimming and volleyball.

Academic Facilities

Stonehill provides a dedicated STEM building for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. An exclusive Arts Centre houses dedicated spaces for Visual Arts, Drama and Music. The Primary School Maker Space fosters hands-on exploration in robotics, science and design thinking, while the Secondary School Design Technology Labs sit within the STEM Block for advanced coding, electronics and collaborative science. The learning environment is enhanced by technology with a 1:1 Apple Device Program; iPads for the PYP and MacBooks for the MYP/DP/CP, along with Google for Education and Toddle/ManageBac as learning management systems.

Extra Curricular Facilities

ASA Programme provides four categories of after-school engagements: Technology (coding, Maker Club, Robotics), Arts (Creative Writing, Dance, Drama), Sports (Football, Horse Riding, Taekwondo) and Service. Embassy International Riding School adjacent to the campus offers riding lessons and Pony Club activities as extracurricular options. Boarders can choose from all extracurricular activities with a minimum attendance of at least two days per week.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Stonehill runs the Stonehill Science Bowl, founded in 2018 by Grade 11 science students. It has grown into a signature academic event with both on-campus and international online formats for Senior and Middle School participants. The competition covers Earth Sciences, Chemistry, Physics and Biology. Stonehill also hosts Technofest, a two-day inter-school competition celebrating coding, making, and racing with events such as Hackathon, Makeathon, and Formula RC car racing.

Arts & Creative

The Arts form a core part of the IB curriculum at Stonehill. The Arts Centre provides dedicated spaces for Visual Arts, Drama and Music, and learners present and curate through class, grade, and school-wide opportunities. Performances include poetry slams, art exhibitions, dramatic productions, a talent show, choirs and classroom singing. Stonehill supports Visual Arts and Performing Arts in the Diploma Programme, where students can study Theatre and Visual Arts.

Cultural & Language

Stonehill hosts Model United Nations; the Stonehill students organized the first Stonehill International School Model United Nations (SISMUN), with 70 external students from 6 schools taking part. The IB framework emphasizes multilingualism, with the Middle Years Programme offering two language courses: Language & Literature and Language Acquisition. The school also celebrates culture through events such as Lit Fest and the International Food Fair.

Social & Hobbies

Stonehill's After School Activities (ASA) are grouped into four categories: Technology (Coding, Maker Club, Robotics), Arts (Creative Writing, Dance, Drama), Sports (Football, Horse Riding, Taekwondo) and Service. These ASAs involve both student-led clubs and external providers to broaden engagement. The Embassy International Riding School next door offers riding lessons and Pony Club activities as additional after-school options.

Community & Service

The Service programme is called Stonehill in Action (SIA) and is integrated across the MYP and DP curricula, aligned with the United Nations sustainable development goals. Primary learners showcase action through posters, presentations or community projects, while secondary students undertake service within MYP and CAS and initiate individual projects. Examples of completed SIA projects include community education, murals and local partnerships for social good.

Leadership & Professional

Stonehill recognizes leadership through programs such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award Gold. The school also hosts leadership- and entrepreneurship-related experiences, including investor panels and trade fairs on campus. The IB Career-related Programme emphasizes internships, internships and hands-on experiences, plus service learning and development of Personal and Professional Skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Stonehill participates in BAASC, a Bangalore-area inter-school conference offering athletics, basketball, cricket, football, swimming and volleyball; high school teams even travel to Phuket for the BISP Soccer 7s tournament. The Padukone Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence next door provides access to world-class facilities for Stonehill students and visiting teams. The Embassy International Riding School adjacent to campus offers riding lessons and Pony Club activities as part of after-school options.
Languages

Language Provision

Hindi, Spanish and Mandarin are taught at the PYP level. French is added in the MYP and DP levels. In Secondary, English B language acquisition is provided and, after exit criteria, students study Language and Literature English and Language Acquisition in Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi and French for the remainder of the MYP. EAL support is available for non-native English speakers from Grade 1 to Grade 10.

Bilingual Teaching

Three students were awarded Bilingual Diplomas in Japanese and Korean in the Diploma Programme. The Diploma Programme (Grades 11-12) includes a bilingual diploma pathway. This demonstrates that there is formal bilingual recognition for Japanese and Korean within the IB Diploma Programme.

Immersion Programs

Full-immersion P1/P2 (Nursery and LKG) classes receive support from the Head of Student Support Services. The Primary School EAL program supports non-native English speakers from Grade 1 to Grade 10. After meeting exit criteria, students may study additional languages including Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi and French in the MYP and DP language acquisition.
Reputation

Awards

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Accreditations

International Baccalaureate (IB); Council of International Schools (CIS); New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC); Australian Boarding Schools Association (ABSA); East Regional Council of Schools (EARCOS).
Admissions

Admissions

Online Enrollment Form must be completed to apply. Enrollment Part-2 is completed by the current school. Supporting documents include report cards for the last two years, copy of passport or birth certificate (OCI/PIO if applicable), vaccination record. A non-refundable Application Fee of US$150 per child is required to process the application. Additional documents may be requested based on the application form and submitted documents. Eligibility: All students are eligible for admission if Stonehill can provide an educational program that meets their needs; there is a limited capacity for learning support for mild disabilities. English Language Learners: students whose native language is not English may be required to take reading and writing language assessments during enrollment and on entry. Grade placement: children are placed according to age; in the Middle Years and High School, exceptions may be made based on educational history; assessment uses age, prior educational record, admission tests, and classroom observation; the Admissions Committee's decision is communicated via email.

Scholarships

Academic and Sports Scholarship Programme aims to foster excellence in academics and sports. The Stonehill Advantage includes tailored guidance for college applications from grade 9 onwards; graduates of 2025 class gained admissions across 24 nations; students meet over 200 global universities each year; universities include Stanford University, MIT, London School of Economics, University of Cambridge, Dartmouth College, New York University, University of British Columbia, UCLA. Academic scholarships are awarded at Grade 9 (M4), Grade 10 (M5), and Grade 11 (D1); Sports scholarships are awarded at Grade 8 (M3), Grade 9 (M4), and Grade 10 (M5). Scholarships can include a tuition fee concession and a 50% boarding concession; Honorary Scholarships have no tuition or boarding concession. Scholarships are determined in open competition at a fixed level set by the school and are non-negotiable; Scholarships are made at the discretion of the Head of School; the number of scholarships can vary year to year; Sport focused scholarships require excellence in both sport and character and participation in leadership roles for Stonehill sport teams, with athletic ability demonstrated through sport-specific assessment on the Scholarship Assessment Day. All scholarships are reviewed quarterly to ensure attainment and commitment; scholarships may be withdrawn if standards are not maintained. A Stonehill Scholarship targets top scholars and scholar-athletes. Last date to apply: 9 November 2025. For clarifications, email admissions@stonehill.in.
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