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The Plenum School

India, Sirmaur

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₹350,000 - 725,000
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational (boarding)
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge IGCSE, CBSE Curriculum
Typical class size 10
Strengths Outdoor Education, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Introduction

Located on a boarding campus in the Himalayan foothills of Bagthan, Nahan, The Plenum School offers a dual-path education with Cambridge International Curriculum (IGCSE) and the CBSE curriculum. English proficiency and technology are integrated across both streams to prepare students for higher education in a digital, interconnected world. The Cambridge pathway emphasizes critical thinking and global exposure, while the CBSE pathway follows the Indian national system with a strong foundation and All-India recognition. A distinctive feature is the 5Cs framework—Courage to Start, Consistency to Finish, Capability to Build, Compassion to Serve, and Character to Lead—guiding character development across the curriculum. The boarding campus provides home-like living spaces, 24/7 security, and on-site medical care. Nutritious, organic meals and a clean, healthy environment support wellbeing. Pastoral care and mental health counseling are available, and the school offers a vibrant campus life with outdoor activities and a close-knit, supportive community for all students.

Bagthan, Nahan, Himachal Pradesh, India

The Essentials

The Plenum School has typical class sizes of 10, instruction in English.

Location
Located in the Hills of Himachal Pradesh, India. The campus is in Bagthan, Nahan, Himachal Pradesh 173001, India.

Stages
The school offers Cambridge and CBSE curricula under a dual curriculum framework.

Type
Boarding school offering Cambridge and CBSE curricula.

Country affiliation
India
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The Plenum School is a Cambridge and CBSE boarding school in the hills of Himachal Pradesh. The boarding environment combines the comfort of home with community living. The campus provides 24/7 security and medical care, a safe environment, organic locally sourced meals, and mental health support.

Food Options
Organic, locally sourced nutritious meals are provided on campus.
Fees

Annual tuition at The Plenum School ranges from INR 350,000 to INR 725,000 for 2026/27.

Application / One‑time fees

- Registration fee (non‑refundable): INR 25,000.
- Admission fee (non‑refundable): INR 50,000.
- Security deposit (refundable): INR 50,000.
- Total one‑time amount due at admission (Registration + Admission + Security deposit): INR 125,000.

Tuition and boarding fees (annual) — amounts shown per year group and per instalment

- Class 1–5:
- Tuition (annual): INR 196,000. Boarding (annual): INR 154,000. Annual tuition + boarding: INR 350,000. Total including one‑time payments: INR 475,000. Per instalment (fees billed in two equal instalments): INR 175,000.
- Class 6:
- Tuition (annual): INR 354,000. Boarding (annual): INR 271,000. Annual tuition + boarding: INR 625,000. Total including one‑time payments: INR 750,000. Per instalment: INR 312,500.
- Class 7:
- Tuition (annual): INR 365,000. Boarding (annual): INR 285,000. Annual tuition + boarding: INR 650,000. Total including one‑time payments: INR 775,000. Per instalment: INR 325,000.
- Class 8:
- Tuition (annual): INR 377,000. Boarding (annual): INR 298,000. Annual tuition + boarding: INR 675,000. Total including one‑time payments: INR 800,000. Per instalment: INR 337,500.
- Class 9:
- Tuition (annual): INR 389,000. Boarding (annual): INR 311,000. Annual tuition + boarding: INR 700,000. Total including one‑time payments: INR 825,000. Per instalment: INR 350,000.
- Class 11:
- Tuition (annual): INR 401,000. Boarding (annual): INR 324,000. Annual tuition + boarding: INR 725,000. Total including one‑time payments: INR 850,000. Per instalment: INR 362,500.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- All annual fees are payable in two equal instalments. The first instalment is due at the time of admission; the second instalment is due by 10 September. Payment after the due date incurs a late fine of 2% per month on arrears; non‑payment for three months may attract an additional 4% per month and may result in the student's name being struck off the rolls.

Student personal imprest account

- Indian students must maintain a personal imprest account with a minimum balance of INR 30,000; international students must maintain USD 500. The imprest is used for personal expenses and must be replenished as requested by the school. Typical items charged to the imprest include uniforms, quilts/blankets, textbooks and stationery, telephone/photocopy, educational tours/field trips/adventure camps/treks, medical requirements, escort charges for travel, drop/pickup charges (e.g., Chandigarh airport/railway station), examination fees payable to boards, toiletries and repairs to personal belongings, and other personal or activity‑related expenses not covered by tuition/boarding.

Fee payment methods and bank details

- Fee payments for Indian residents are accepted by bank transfer (RTGS/NEFT). Fee payments for international students are accepted by wire transfer. The beneficiary name given for transfers is Change Makers Society and the beneficiary bank is ICICI Bank; IFSC and SWIFT details are provided for electronic transfers. Use the school's beneficiary and bank details when making RTGS/NEFT or wire transfers.

Boarding fees

- Boarding charges are itemized separately from tuition and are included above as the boarding component of the annual fee for each class group. Boarding amounts (annual) by year group are: Class 1–5 INR 154,000; Class 6 INR 271,000; Class 7 INR 285,000; Class 8 INR 298,000; Class 9 INR 311,000; Class 11 INR 324,000.

Other costs and optional charges

- Uniforms (and quilts/blankets), textbooks and stationery, educational tours and adventure activities, medical expenses, drop/pickup or escort charges for travel to/from airports or railway stations, boarder personal items and repairs, telephone/photocopy and similar incidental charges, and examination fees payable to boards are charged in addition to the annual tuition and boarding fees and are normally covered from the student's personal imprest account. Additional miscellaneous or activity‑specific costs not specifically listed are the responsibility of parents.

Refund information and discounts

- Registration and Admission fees are explicitly non‑refundable. The Security Deposit is refundable. A sibling discount of 10% on annual boarding and tuition fee is offered to the younger sibling while an elder sibling remains enrolled; the discount is applicable only if fees are paid within the stipulated period.

Penalties and important rules

- Late payment penalty: 2% per month on arrears; if dues remain unpaid beyond three months a further 4% per month may be levied and the student's enrolment may be jeopardized. Application submission and payment of the registration fee do not guarantee admission. Fee amounts are subject to revision by the school and management.
Academics

The Plenum School teaches Cambridge IGCSE, CBSE Curriculum.

Curriculum
The Plenum School offers a dual-curriculum model with Cambridge International Curriculum and CBSE. The Cambridge pathway emphasizes international standards, critical thinking, global exposure, and future-ready skills. The CBSE pathway emphasizes a strong foundation, competitive edge, and All-India recognition. The 5Cs framework—Courage to Start, Consistency to Finish, Capability to Build, Compassion to Serve, and Character to Lead—guides character development across the curriculum. The curriculum integrates English proficiency and technology and is designed to prepare students for higher education and a digital, interconnected world.

Student Teacher Ratio
1:10 teacher-student ratio
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Pastoral care supports emotional well-being; mental health support and counseling are available.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school focuses on English proficiency and technology integration.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental health support and counseling are available; pastoral care supports emotional well-being.

Safeguarding
Safe environment with 24/7 security and medical care.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Plenum School sits on a boarding campus in the Himalaya hills of Himachal Pradesh, providing home-like living spaces and a safe environment. The campus operates with 24/7 security and medical care, and supports a healthy environment with organic, locally sourced meals. Pastoral care is provided to support emotional well-being, with mental health counseling available, and a vibrant community offering outdoor activities. The scenic setting and secure living arrangements create a welcoming environment for student growth.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Plenum School offers a dual curriculum with Cambridge International and CBSE. The Cambridge curriculum emphasizes critical thinking and global exposure. The CBSE path follows the Indian national system with a strong foundational framework and all-India recognition. The school also supports English proficiency and integrates technology to prepare students for a digital, interconnected world.

Social & Hobbies
The boarding environment fosters a vibrant student community with outdoor activities and organized communal life. Students participate in social interaction and collaborative activities as part of campus life. The community aspect supports social development, teamwork, and peer engagement.

Community & Service
The five Cs framework includes Compassion to Serve, guiding students to empathize with others and contribute to communities. The school emphasizes character development and service-minded approaches as part of a holistic education. Pastoral care supports wellbeing within a safe, nurturing community for all students.

Leadership & Professional
Five Cs framework includes Courage to Start, Consistency to Finish, Capability to Build, Compassion to Serve, and Character to Lead, guiding leadership development. The school emphasizes leadership skills and personal growth as part of both academics and campus life, supported by a 1:10 teacher-student ratio. There are opportunities for student leadership and professional skill-building within the boarding program.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Pastoral care provides emotional support and well-being services. The campus offers a safe environment with 24/7 security and medical care. Nutritious meals are provided, and the campus emphasizes a clean, healthy environment with access to mental health support and counseling.
Languages

Language Provision
The school focuses on English proficiency. It offers a dual curriculum: Cambridge and CBSE.
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