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Strawberry Fields High School

India, Chandigarh

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₹136,000 - 330,000
Ages 5 - 18 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2004
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Indian Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (DP), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages Hindi, French, Punjabi
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Strawberry Fields High School in Chandigarh is an Authorized IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP), alongside Cambridge Secondary and IGCSE pathways. The 13‑year curriculum runs from Kindergarten to Class 12 and the school is affiliated with the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examination for ICSE/ISC. In the IB DP, students take six subjects (three HL, three SL) plus TOK, CAS and the Extended Essay, with one subject from Groups 1–5 and the sixth from Group 6 or Group 3/4. The five‑acre campus features air‑conditioned classrooms, clusters around outdoor spaces, an amphitheatre, a well‑stocked library, two computer labs and science labs, and an open‑air theatre. Extracurriculars include performing arts, sports, and clubs such as Mock United Nations, Parliamentary Debate and Literary & Quizzing. The school runs intercultural exchanges with Italy and Poland and offers career counselling through BridgeU.

Strawberry Fields High School, Sector 26, Chandigarh, India – 160019

The Essentials

Strawberry Fields High School has instruction in English.

Location
Strawberry Fields High School operates two campuses in Chandigarh, India: Sector 26 (Sector 26, Chandigarh, India – 160019) and New Chandigarh (Eco City 1, Block D, Sector 5, New Chandigarh, India – 140901). The school serves students from KG through Grade 12.

Stages
KG to 12; IB Diploma Programme (Year 1) for Grade 11 is offered.

Country affiliation
India
Diving Deeper

House System
The school uses a house system with four houses: Agni, Terra, Aether, and El Maa.

Governance and Ownership
The school is established under the Durga Das Foundation, a non-profit NGO; governance is by a Board of Trustees.
Fees

Annual tuition at Strawberry Fields High School ranges from INR 136,000 to INR 330,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Admission fee
- Admission fee (one-time, non-refundable): INR 153,500.00.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term)
- Sector 26 (Chandigarh campus):
- Kindergarten (KG) – Tuition fee (per annum): INR 219,100.00. Per term (quarterly): INR 54,775.00 (annual ÷ 4).
- Classes 1–5 – Tuition fee (per annum): INR 219,100.00. Per term (quarterly): INR 54,775.00.
- Classes 6–8 (ICSE) – Tuition fee (per annum): INR 210,500.00. Per term (quarterly): INR 52,625.00.
- Classes 6–8 (Cambridge Lower Secondary) – Tuition fee (per annum): INR 224,500.00. Per term (quarterly): INR 56,125.00.

- New Chandigarh campus (Eco City 1):
- Play Class to Lower Kindergarten – Tuition fee (per annum): INR 136,000.00. Per term (quarterly): INR 34,000.00.
- Upper Kindergarten to Grade 5 – Tuition fee (per annum): INR 219,100.00. Per term (quarterly): INR 54,775.00.

- Middle & High School (published registration forms for recent sessions):
- Classes 6–10 (example figures published for recent sessions): Tuition fee (per annum) INR 155,000.00. Per term (quarterly): INR 38,750.00. Payments for these grades are stated as payable quarterly in the registration material.

- Classes 11–12 (ISC streams — figures from recent registration forms):
- Humanities / Commerce (example recent published amounts): Tuition fee (per annum): INR 186,000.00. Per term (quarterly): INR 46,500.00.
- Science (Medical / Non‑Medical) (example recent published amounts): Tuition fee (per annum): INR 200,000.00. Per term (quarterly): INR 50,000.00.

- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) — published example amounts from recent registration material:
- Tuition fee (per annum) for IB DP (recent published sessions): INR 300,000.00 (per-term: INR 75,000.00) and a later published session showing INR 330,000.00 (per-term: INR 82,500.00). IB DP registration material also lists a required one-time admission/registration fee for IB DP in earlier materials.

Notes on per-term figures and billing cycle
- The school's registration materials and forms state that tuition payments are made in INR and are payable quarterly; the per-term (quarterly) figures above are the annual tuition divided by four to match that quarterly billing cycle. This per-term calculation reflects the school's stated quarterly payment schedule.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Admission fee: one-time payment due on admission/when requested (listed deposit windows are published for specific admission rounds).
- Tuition: billed on a quarterly schedule (payments in INR; registration materials state "payable quarterly"). Additional heads such as transport, examinations, stationery, textbooks, and school trips are charged extra as incurred.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. The school is described as a co‑educational day school; no boarding fee line items are published.

Other costs and fees
- Admission-related extras: external examination fees, transport charges, stationery, textbooks, CAS/activity charges for IB, school trips and similar costs are charged in addition to tuition as incurred. These items are billed separately.
- Uniform: uniforms and related clothing are additional family expenses; the school has recommended a retail supplier for convenience in the past. Specific uniform pricing is not published as a standard school fee.
- IB DP specific requirements: IB DP students require a laptop and a graphic display calculator for the two‑year programme; these are additional costs borne by families.

Refund information
- The admission fee is explicitly non‑refundable. Other fee refund provisions are not listed in the standard registration summaries; additional refundable/ refundable‑deposit items (if any) are not published in the registration documents reviewed.

Fee payment options
- Admission fee payments are accepted online or deposited in the school office (confirmation letters provide the exact payment instructions). Tuition payments are stated as payable quarterly in INR; specific payment methods (for example, particular online gateways, bank transfer details, card acceptance or cheque policies) are provided to families in the school's confirmation/registration communications.

Summary
- One-time non-refundable admission fee: INR 153,500.00. Annual tuition varies by campus and grade: typical published annual figures include INR 219,100 (KG and many primary grades), INR 210,500 (Classes 6–8 ICSE), INR 224,500 (Classes 6–8 Cambridge), INR 136,000 (Play–Lower KG at New Chandigarh), and other published figures for middle/high school, ISC streams and the IB DP as shown above. Tuition is billed in INR and registration material indicates payments are payable quarterly; additional charges for transport, books, stationery, examinations, uniforms and trips apply and are billed separately.
Academics

Strawberry Fields High School teaches Indian Curriculum, IB (PYP), IB (DP), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 5 to 18.

Curriculum
SFHS is an Authorized IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP). The school provides a 13-year curriculum from Kindergarten to Class 12 and is registered with the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examination for ICSE/ISC. Junior school (Kindergarten–Class 4) covers English, Mathematics, Hindi, Social & Environmental Sciences, Science, Computers, Physical Education, Music, Art and Design, and Dramatics. Middle school (Class 5–8) adds a third language (French or Punjabi) and introduces formal assessments. High school (Class 9–12) prepares for ICSE in Class 10 and offers ISC or the IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11–12. The IB DP requires six subjects (three HL and three SL) plus the Core (TOK, CAS, Extended Essay), with one subject from Groups 1–5 and the sixth from Group 6 or another Group 3/4 subject. Assessments are formative; formal written reports are issued twice a year; formal written examinations begin from Class 5.

Higher Education Progression
Since 2014, graduates have progressed to renowned universities in India and abroad, including Brown University, UCLA, University of Toronto, and University of Melbourne. The school's documented placements also list multiple institutions across India, Europe, Asia-Pacific and North America.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school integrates intellectual, emotional and spiritual learning. Educators adapt to meet the learning needs of students, drawing out their uniqueness and potential. Learning is designed to keep students in a state of mental and emotional alertness with an emphasis on building a nest of emotional security through self-paced learning and rewarding experiences rather than competitive drills. The school focuses on the mental and physical growth of the child beyond the classroom. From Kindergarten to Class 5 the physical and emotional well-being of every child is the primary goal of all educators, with the aim of making school a positively favored activity.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Inclusion Policy is listed under Academic Policies, indicating attention to inclusive education.

Mental Wellbeing
From Kindergarten to Class 5, the physical and emotional well-being of every child is the primary goal of educators during these formative years. The aim is to make school a positively favored activity for minds that are just being introduced to routine and discipline. The IB PYP methodology supports language development, sharpening numeracy skills and encouraging enquiry for science and creative arts, contributing to engaging and meaningful learning.

Safeguarding
Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Policy exists to create a nurturing environment and resolve problems with fairness and transparency. An Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) handles grievances, with named officers and contact details. The policy provides a structured process for reporting and enquiry, outlining steps from receipt to implementation.
Parent Experience

History
The school was established in April 2004 for students aged 5 to 18, from Kindergarten to Class 12. It is affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examination and offers Commerce, Humanities and Science streams in Classes 11 and 12. The school is set up under the Durga Das Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on education, culture and community development; The Foundation was established in 1991 and registered as a Trust in 1994, and is governed by a Board of Trustees representing education, industry, culture and social welfare. Trustees include Mr. Brij Mohan Khanna (Chairman), Mr. Suman Jolly, Ms. Pami Aswani, Dr. R P Bambah, Dr. I C Pathak, Gen. V P Malik (Retd), Mr. Rajeev Sardana, Mr. Kapil Khanna, and Mr. Rohit Vishindas Aswani.

Community
SFHS runs Outreach Programmes in which students volunteer from fifth grade to serve the community, developing leadership, problem-solving, collaboration, time management and communication skills. It includes Hamari Kaksha, an NGO focused on education for all, and alliances with Nanhi Jaan—Project Khushi and Project Daana Pani to assist underprivileged children (Play Room at PGIMER, Chandigarh and community meals at PGI). The school follows the RTE Act by admitting 25% of students from economically weaker sections, and volunteers run an after-school remedial programme called 'Helping Hands' with ongoing support from parents and alumni.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is located on a 5-acre campus in Sector 26, Chandigarh, with uncluttered spaces designed to support exploration and learning. It has large air-conditioned classrooms with state-of-the-art interactive white boards, rooms built in clusters with easy access to outside areas, separate activity rooms, a well-stocked library, an amphitheatre and two computer labs. Science laboratories are designed to provide practical exposure to students, and a large open-air theatre serves as a hub for workshops, seminars and informal lectures. The spaces serve as a permanent teacher, guiding discipline, collaboration and creativity.

Sports Facilities
The sports facilities include a soccer field, a basketball court, tennis courts, cricket nets and a swimming pool. There are additional facilities for junior students and regular intra-school competitions to encourage participation and healthy competition. There is regular enrollment for different sports classes through the year. The campus supports a range of team and individual athletic activities throughout the year.

Academic Facilities
The school provides large air-conditioned classrooms equipped with state-of-the-art interactive white boards. Rooms are built in clusters with easy access to outside areas. There are separate activity rooms, a well-stocked library, an amphitheatre and two computer labs. Science laboratories are designed to provide practical exposure to students.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Performing arts are offered through Dramatics, Dance and Music. Dramatics cover musicals, street plays, short skits and pantomimes performed for the school community. Dance teaches contemporary, classical Indian and fusion styles, while Music includes vocal, instrumental, Hindustani and English contemporary music. Art & craft is integrated with regular exhibitions showcasing student work. Clubs include Mock United Nations and Parliamentary Debate; Literary & Quizzing fosters public speaking, debates, elocution and creative writing; Photography and Calligraphy trains students in photography techniques and documentarian skills.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school runs intercultural Exchange programmes with Collegio San Carlo in Milan, Italy, and Kolegium Europejskie in Krakow, Poland. Class 11 students participate in these exchanges, hosting counterparts and later visiting them, to foster intercultural learning and leadership and adaptability. Academic enrichment is supported by Model United Nations Conferences, Literary Festivals and IB DP CAS initiatives. The World Scholars Cup Team has travelled to Barcelona, Yale, Athens and Kuala Lumpur to participate.

Arts & Creative
The school provides performing arts spaces, including an open-air theatre, and supports dramatics, dance and music programs. Dramatics, dance and music train students in stage productions, contemporary and classical forms, including Hindustani classical and English contemporary music. The Globe theatre and the Natyashala host performances and music activities, complemented by Art & Craft exhibitions.

Cultural & Language
The school organises international trips to the USA, Singapore, China, Japan and France, among others. In France, cultural immersion programmes are run in collaboration with Alliance Française, giving students the chance to stay with host families and attend classes in French. These experiences foster intercultural understanding and complement other cross-cultural activities offered by the school.

Social & Hobbies
The school offers a broad range of clubs and societies, including Mock United Nations and Parliamentary Debate, Literary & Quizzing, Photography & Calligraphy, and arts-based clubs. Weekly club meetings are held and each society runs an annual mega event planned largely by students. From Grade 7 onwards, students choose from activities, clubs and societies and also participate in socially useful productive work and compulsory community service.

Community & Service
Volunteering starts in fifth grade, with all SFHS students engaging in community service projects. Through these projects, students develop leadership, problem-solving, collaboration, time management and communication skills. Partnerships include Hamari Kaksha and Nanhi Jaan, with initiatives such as Play Room at PGIMER Chandigarh and Project Khushi and Daana Pani under Nanhi Jaan; Helping Hands supports after-school remedial programs for economically weaker sections.

Leadership & Professional
The school has a Student Council that is student-led and focuses on democracy and leadership, providing a platform for student voices and leadership development. The Career Counselling programme, supported by BridgeU, runs from Grades 9 to 12 with internship experiences, profile-building and college selection support. The school hosts two major Career Fairs each year and participates in the IC3 (International Career and College Counselling Conference) Regional Forum.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The campus features a swimming pool, football field, tennis courts, a cricket ground and a basketball court, with regular intra-school competitions. Outdoor programmes include annual adventure camps with partners such as inme, Youreka and EdTerra Adventures, day trips for younger students, and international trips for older students. These activities promote physical health and well-being through sports, outdoor experiences and cultural outings.
Languages

Language Provision
English and Hindi are taught from kindergarten. In middle school (Class 5–8) a third language is introduced, with options of French or Punjabi. In high school, students may choose among the ISC examinations or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP).
Admissions

Admissions
1. KG admissions are offered at Sector 26, Chandigarh campus with 160 seats. Eligibility for 2026-27 requires birth between April 1, 2020 and March 31, 2021. General category seats are allocated by a draw of lots, with preference given to siblings or Lower KG at Strawberry Fields Play School.
2. Registration for KG can be completed online from December 9, 2025 to December 22, 2025. The registration form requires documents as detailed on the form. A draw of lots is used to fill seats if necessary.
3. The list of KG admissions will be displayed on February 2, 2026 at 3:30 PM. Admission fee must be deposited between February 3 and February 14, 2026. Fees for 2026-27: Admission fee 1,53,500; Tuition fee 2,19,100.
4. Admissions to classes 1 to 5 are currently closed. You may apply to the New Chandigarh campus for these classes. For classes 6 to 8, admissions are subject to vacancy.
5. Registration window for classes 6 to 8 is December 9 to December 22, 2025. Fees for 2026-27 include an admission fee of 1,53,500 and class-wise tuition: 2,19,100 for Classes 1-5; 2,10,500 for Classes 6-8 (ICSE) or 2,24,500 for Classes 6-8 (Cambridge Lower Secondary). The fee schedule is detailed on the admissions page.
6. Admission to Class 9 is subject to vacancy and the applicant must qualify in the entrance test and interaction. Final selection is based on overall performance.
7. Admission to Class 11 is subject to vacancy and the applicant must qualify in the entrance test and interaction. Final selection is based on overall performance.
8. Admission to IBDP Year 1 is subject to vacancy. The candidate should have completed 10 years of education from a recognized school and should have passed or be writing the Class 10 board exam. Admission is provisional until results are released and placement test results are available; final selection is based on overall performance.
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