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SVKM J.V. Parekh International School

India, Mumbai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 2008
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Hindi, French, Marathi, Spanish
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

SVKM J.V. Parekh International School in Mumbai forms part of Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal's network of institutions and offers a Cambridge-based international curriculum from early years through Class XII, with the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme available for Grades XI–XII. Pre-Primary uses a Pre-Cambridge framework, followed by the Cambridge Primary Programme in the primary years and Cambridge Lower Secondary in Grades VI–VIII. IGCSE is taught in Grades IX–X, and Cambridge A Levels are available in Grades XI–XII alongside the IB Diploma. The expansive campus, around 60,000 square feet, features air‑conditioned classrooms, Wi‑Fi, and IB-norm compliant laboratories. The CB Patel Research Center supports IB teaching and Group 4 projects, and the library houses over 9,000 books. Facilities include a health centre with a swimming pool, a playground, and sports amenities complemented by the SVKM Sports Academy, offering coaching in tennis, cricket, football and basketball, plus yoga and chess. Co-scholastic options include Theatre Arts, Music, and Robotics to enrich creativity and STEM learning.

Shri Vile Parle Kelvani Mandal's SVKM J V PAREKH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, Dadabhai Road, Off. S.V. Road, Vile Parle (West), Mumbai 400056, India

The Essentials

SVKM J.V. Parekh International School has instruction in English.

Location

Dadabhai Road, off SV Road, Vile Parle (West), Mumbai 400056, India.

Stages

Pre-Primary: Pre-Cambridge Curriculum; Primary Programme (Cambridge Primary Programme CPP); Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme (grades VI–VIII) with Cambridge Checkpoint at grades V and VIII; Cambridge IGCSE Programme (grades IX–X) followed by International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and Cambridge 'A Level' for grades XI–XII.

Additional learning support

The school provides learning support for students with special needs, including an in-house school counselor who supports students academically and socially. It also offers arrangements for special assessment needs such as additional time for examinations and, when required, a separate room, in line with IB guidelines.

Country affiliation

India.

School day structure

Six hours a day, five days a week.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements

The school offers day boarding; students are enrolled as day boarders.

Food Options

The cafeteria provides healthy food which is freshly cooked and hygienically served.

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal (SVKM), a public charitable trust.
Fees
Application / Registration fee
- An application (registration) fee is charged at the time of submission of an admission form. This registration/admission fee is non‑refundable.

Tuition fees (structure and amounts)
- Tuition fees are organised by year group and by term. The school issues a detailed tuition‑fee schedule to applicants and to enrolled parents that lists the per‑term charges for each year group and the total annual charge; numeric tuition amounts are provided directly to applicants/parents as part of the admission/registration process and in the formal fee schedule given on acceptance. A breakdown of the fee structure and the instalment amounts for multi‑year programmes (for example the two‑year IBDP/A‑Level pathway) is provided to parents during the admission counselling/confirmation stage.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are billed in instalments/terms. For multi‑year programmes the school supplies the instalment schedule and the amounts to be paid over the programme period. Parents are required to pay admission fees within the timeline specified at the time of confirmation (a short payment window is applied after confirmation for programme-level admissions). Payment deadlines and instalment dates are communicated to parents at the time of admission and in the fee schedule supplied on acceptance.

Boarding / Hostel fees
- Boarding is not offered at this school; the school is listed as a day school (no boarding/hostel facilities for students). Therefore there are no boarding or hostel fees for students at this campus.

Other costs and mandatory extra charges
- A range of additional charges commonly accompany tuition: items such as development/annual funds, activity or co‑curricular fees, examination fees (for external programmes such as Cambridge/IB), laboratory/consumable charges, transport (if using school buses), and uniform or material charges are applied where applicable. The precise list of mandatory and optional extra charges and the amounts are included in the detailed fee schedule provided to parents on admission.

Uniform, transport and one‑time charges
- Uniform costs, transport (bus) charges and one‑time items (ID card, security deposit or caution money, book/activity deposits) are billed separately when applicable; specific amounts and whether they are refundable or annual are set out in the school's fee schedule given at enrolment.

Refund information and refundability
- The application/registration fee is explicitly non‑refundable. For other fees, refund rules (for example refundable deposits or conditions for partial refunds) are specified in the fee schedule and admission documents provided to parents; programme‑specific refund rules (for example for hostel fees where applicable to other SVKM institutions) are governed by the trust's standard refund policies and are communicated at the time of payment.

Accepted payment methods and payment processing
- Fees may be paid online through the SVKM payment gateway (PayU/SAP integration is used for online fee collection for SVKM institutions). Parents are expected to follow the payment instructions given in the admission/fee‑notice (online payment receipts and SAP forms are retained as proof of payment). Other standard methods accepted by the trust include bank transfer/online payment links and payments through the school's payment portal as instructed on the fee notice.

Key practical notes for parents (factual summary)
- Registration requires payment of an application/registration fee at submission; that fee is non‑refundable.
- A full, line‑item fee schedule (showing per‑term and per‑year amounts for each grade) is provided to parents/applicants during the admission or confirmation process; instalment dates and due dates are included in that schedule.
- The school operates as a day school and does not charge boarding/hostel fees for students at this campus.
- Online payment via the SVKM/PayU payment system is used for fee collection; parents should follow the payment instructions provided with the admission confirmation or fee notice.

(End of fees overview)
Academics

SVKM J.V. Parekh International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP).

Curriculum

Cambridge-based international curriculum is offered from early years through Class XII. Pre-Primary uses the 'Pre-Cambridge' curriculum and in the primary years SVKM follows the Cambridge Primary Programme (CPP). The middle years are taught through the Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme (Grades VI–VIII). Senior years include Cambridge IGCSE (Grades IX–X) and Cambridge 'A Level' (Grades XI–XII), alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for Grades XI–XII. CPP core subjects are English, Mathematics and Science, with Hindi/French and Marathi as additions and a Research Skills Development component; Grade V completes CPP with a Primary Checkpoint assessment. The IGCSE is a two-year Cambridge programme for IX–X with the ICE (International Certificate of Education) Award; IBDP and A Level pathways provide globally recognized university entry options.

Exam Results

Primary Checkpoint results have been described as among the best in India. The school publicly highlights IGCSE/A Level achievers for 2025 and 2020-21. Documentation of Grade 10 (IGCSE) results and other senior cohorts is published in annual achievement banners.

Higher Education Progression

An in-house college and career counselor supports university admissions and broader career planning. IBDP students benefit from SVKM's global university connections and an active alumni network that provides guidance after school. Senior pathways (IBDP and Cambridge A Levels) are designed to facilitate entry to universities worldwide, with university counselling and placement support.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school fosters social and emotional development through a positive spirit and a partnership among students, parents, teachers and support staff. It emphasizes confidence building and encourages every child to express themselves, including through speaking and performing in front of audiences. The school values each child as an individual and aims to nurture potential with warmth, energy and excellence. Learning is positioned as holistic, with educational trips and well-planned activities that support social and emotional growth. The approach includes developing social and environmental responsibility as part of student development.

Mental Wellbeing

SVKM International School promotes mental wellbeing through a warm, respectful learning community where each student is valued as an individual. A positive spirit and partnership among students, parents, teachers and support staff sustains an environment that fosters excellence and personal growth. Confidence-building and social and environmental responsibility are developed through academics and co-curricular activities. The school emphasises holistic development and encourages expression, inquiry and ethical action as part of 21st-century learning. International curricula focus on learning to learn, creativity and the development of a global mindset.
Parent Experience

History

SVKM J.V. Parekh International School operates under Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal (SVKM), a Public Charitable Trust registered under the Societies Registration Act and Bombay Public Trust Act. SVKM has over 70 years of educational history and runs more than 25 institutions serving more than 40,000 students. The school occupies a 25,000 sq ft campus dedicated to the needs of growing children and began offering international curricula as part of SVKM's broader international education initiatives. A first SVKM team pursued IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme at SVKM International School, signaling a commitment to global standards. Amrish Patel serves as President of SVKM, guiding the organization and its schools.

Community

The school publishes Argosy, a school newsletter that provides a window into life at SVKM J.V. Parekh International School. The September 2024 Argosy centers on the Compassion Catalyst—Igniting Change in Our World and features student reflections and initiatives. The school runs community-focused events including TOK Festival, CAS Village Trips, and Culturama, its annual cultural festival. Upcoming events in May 2026 include the Primary Section Annual Day Extravaganza, Slumber Party, Primary Section STEM Exhibition, and Parent-Teacher Meetings.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The school has an active Parent Community that collaborates with SVKM J.V. Parekh International School to organize events such as Culturama. Culturama is the annual cultural festival organized with the support of the Parent Community. The Parent Community organized Causethon and engaged enthusiastic parents and children in a community marathon. These collaborations are documented in the school's newsletters as ongoing parent involvement in school life. Upcoming events in May 2026 include the Primary Section Annual Day Extravaganza, Slumber Party, and STEM Exhibition, with Parent-Teacher Meetings also scheduled.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

The campus spans approximately 60,000 square feet. Classrooms are air-conditioned, acoustically designed and Wi-Fi connected with interactive digital boards. Laboratories are well-equipped and IB-norm compliant to support scientific inquiry. The CB Patel Research Center supports IB teaching and Group 4 projects, with access to shared resources. The library houses over 9,000 books, the health center offers hi-tech facilities including a swimming pool, a playground, and table tennis rooms, with chess and carom in separate lounges. The Resource Pool includes computer laboratories with updated hardware and an e-library with EBSCO and Interactive WACOM panels.

Sports Facilities

The school has a swimming pool, a playground, and table tennis rooms; chess and carom are played in separate lounges. SVKM Sports Academy provides professional coaching in tennis, cricket, football, and basketball, delivered by qualified coaches. Yoga and chess are included within Sports Academy activities. Physical Education forms part of the broader athletic program.

Academic Facilities

Laboratories are designed according to IB norms and are well-equipped to support scientific reasoning in a safe environment. Computer laboratories are equipped with state-of-the-art hardware and updated software. An e-library with EBSCO and Interactive WACOM panels complements online resources. The CB Patel Research Center supports research-oriented IB teaching and Group 4 projects. The library holds over 9,000 books and provides access to a range of print and digital resources.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Co-Scholastic activities include Theatre Arts, Music, Robotics, IPad Lab, and the Sports Academy. Theatre Arts develops personality through improvisation, character development, and collaborative work. Music sessions cover chanting, classical and western vocal training, and percussion with regular assessments. Robotics introduces students to STEM by designing, building, and programming robots using Lego kits. IPad Lab integrates iPads in learning, enabling demos, games, and research. SVKM Sports Academy provides tennis, cricket, football, and basketball coaching, and also offers Yoga and Chess as part of its programs.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Robotics introduces STEM basics for students from Jr. Kg to Grade 9, using Lego kits to design, build and program robots. It develops logical reasoning, coordination, teamwork and kinesthetic skills such as color and shape recognition. Educational trips and well-planned activities enrich the learning experience. Inter-clan competitions provide opportunities to apply learning in collaborative settings.

Arts & Creative

Theatre Arts from the Centre of Performing Arts focuses on the overall development of a child's personality through imaginative and experiential learning. It emphasizes group work, improvisation, and character development, and builds voice modulation, speech clarity and diction. Music fosters creativity as students write, compose and sing, and learn to play various musical instruments. Music sessions include chants, classical and Western vocal training and percussion with keyboard, with regular termly assessments via inter-clan competitions, special assemblies and annual concerts.

Cultural & Language

The school participates in inter-school language and cultural events, including a French Gastronomy poster-making competition. Japanese language learning is included as part of CAS. Book Week and the Annual Day are celebrated as cultural events, offering opportunities to perform and present.

Social & Hobbies

The SVKM Sports Academy provides professional coaching in Tennis, Cricket, Football and Basketball. Yoga and Chess are part of the program alongside Physical Education. The co-scholastic activities extend beyond the classroom to foster teamwork and healthy competition.

Community & Service

Alpha Leo Club is a service initiative at SVKM J.V. Parekh International School, reinforcing CAS through community service. The CAS programme includes visits to orphanages, charity homes and old age homes to sensitize students to their surroundings and contribute to society's growth. The school aims to cultivate social responsibility through ongoing service activities. The Alpha Leo Club and CAS together provide opportunities for service leadership.

Leadership & Professional

Alpha Leo Club provides leadership opportunities in service activities. The CAS programme fosters leadership and collaboration through Creativity, Activity and Service strands. The Alpha Leo Club is described as a pioneering service leadership initiative in India. Through these structures, students develop ethical leadership and teamwork.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The Sports Academy offers professional coaching in Tennis, Cricket, Football and Basketball. Yoga and Chess are included in the sports offerings, alongside robust Physical Education. The program is designed to motivate, challenge and inspire students to achieve physical fitness and well-being. Regular practice and competition support overall health and wellness.
Languages

Language Provision

Core CPP subjects are English, Mathematics and Science. Hindi or French and Marathi are offered as language options. Language instruction is integrated into the Primary Programme for Grades 1–5.

Bilingual Teaching

English is the core language of instruction. Hindi or French are offered as additional language options. Marathi is also taught as a language subject. Primary years culminate in Grade V (Grade 5), with Primary Checkpoint Examinations taken at the end of the year.
Admissions

Admissions

1. Eligibility for IB Diploma admissions. The student must have completed a recognized secondary education board examination (Class X) before joining SVKM International School. The School Report / Pass Certificate issued by the previous school or education board is the documentary evidence of having completed the preceding class. Certified true copies of School Reports / Pass Certificate for the last year must be submitted along with the 'Application for Admission'. 2. Obtain the 'Application for Admission' form from SVKM International School. 3. Submit the completed 'Application for Admission' form and supporting documents to SVKM International School and pay the Registration Fee. 4. Appearing for the meeting with faculty members or the admission test as required. 5. Participating in the interaction with parents and/or students as requested. 6. Communicating admission decision to parents. 7. Accepting admission by parents, submitting the prescribed documents and paying the fees; Confirmation of admission by SVKM International School. 8. IB Diploma and A-Level admissions are open for AY 2026-27; Registration is available. 9. Nursery Admissions 2026-27 are listed.
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