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Swostishree Gurukul IB World School

Nepal, Kathmandu

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 500
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Nepali
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Kindergarten
Introduction

Swostishree Gurukul IB World School is an international, coeducational day school in Nepal offering the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) alongside the Nepal Government's National Curriculum. The school educates learners from age 3 to 18, guiding them from early years through secondary with a single IB continuum approach that emphasizes inquiry, critical thinking and intercultural understanding. PYP is implemented from preschool to Grade 5, MYP from Grade 6 to 10, and DP for ages 16 to 19, including six subjects and the core requirements TOK, EE and CAS. The campus features DP and study libraries, science laboratories, a cafeteria, and indoor heated swimming facilities, plus digital learning resources. Extracurriculars include SG MUN conferences and inter-school debates, leadership programs, and cultural activities such as Saraswati Puja. The school blends IB philosophy with local curriculum to prepare students for university study and leadership.

P7FQ+69V, Sanobharyang Rd, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

The Essentials

Swostishree Gurukul IB World School has 500 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located in Sanobharyang, Kathmandu.

Stages
IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) are offered.

Type
IB Continuum international school offering PYP, MYP and DP.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school provides day schooling; there are no boarding facilities.

Food Options
There is a cafeteria on site.

Governance and Ownership
Privately owned; governance by private management led by the Managing Director Mina Maharjan.
Fees
Application fees and admission deposit
- The school requires an acceptance deposit to confirm admission. That deposit covers a one-time Admission Fee, a Security Deposit, and Annual Charges; the acceptance voucher and deposit confirm the student's place. Selected candidates must complete fee payment within seven days of the admission result.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- No public, detailed schedule of tuition amounts by year group or per term for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years is published in the Swostishree Gurukul prospectus or brochure that are available for download. Specific tuition figures by grade and per-term breakdown are not listed in the available prospectus and brochure.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- New admissions: selected candidates are required to make the fee payment within seven days of the admission result; the school issues an acceptance letter and a voucher for the required deposit that covers Admission Fee, Security Deposit and Annual Charges.
- Ongoing billing (term/annual schedule and due dates): specific term dates, instalment schedule or recurring billing dates are not published in the downloadable prospectus or brochure.

Boarding / residential fees
- The school's prospectus and brochure describe on‑campus facilities, meals, transport and day services but do not publish a boarding program or boarding fee schedule. No boarding fee amounts or boarding program details are provided in the available documents.

Other costs and typical additional charges
- The prospectus identifies the following categories that parents should expect as separate or additional costs, though specific prices are not published there: Security Deposit (part of the acceptance deposit), Annual Charges, transport (school vans), meals/cafeteria (three meals and snacks are provided), and extracurricular activity or camp fees.
- Example: a school-run extracurricular item (SG Futsal Summer Camp) was published with a camp fee of 8,000 (local currency) in a school notice—illustrating that specific activity or camp fees are charged separately and vary by event.
- No uniform, book, or stationary price list is published in the available brochure or prospectus; these items are typically invoiced or specified at admission but no fixed amounts are provided in the public prospectus or brochure.

Refund information
- The prospectus lists a Security Deposit as part of the admission deposit, but it does not publish explicit refund terms or a detailed refund policy for admission, annual charges or tuition in the downloadable prospectus or brochure. Specific refund rules and timelines are not available in the published prospectus materials.

Fee payment options
- Accepted payment methods published by the school: in-person payment (cash or cheque), payment via the Khalti mobile app, and bank deposit or online bank transfer. The school provides a bank account for electronic deposits: Account Name — Swostishree Gurukul Pvt. Ltd; Account Number — 02400014OD; Bank — Prime Commercial Bank Ltd.; Branch — Mangal Bazar, Lalitpur. Parents are asked to send a copy of the deposit slip or a screenshot of the transaction to the school's listed Viber number with the student's name and grade.
Academics

Swostishree Gurukul IB World School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers an IB Continuum with Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The PYP is implemented for preschool to Grade 5, and the MYP for Grades 6–10. The Diploma Programme (for students aged 16–19) provides a six-subject curriculum across six groups: Studies in language and literature; Language acquisition; Individuals and societies; Sciences; Mathematics; and The arts, with three core requirements: Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay (EE) and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). The DP is recognized by leading universities worldwide and equips students for university study and beyond. Swostishree Gurukul offers a multifaceted and balanced curriculum for grade K-12 within the Nepal Government's National Curriculum framework while integrating IB philosophy across its programs.

Higher Education Progression
Equips students for university study and beyond. The Diploma Programme is recognized by leading universities around the world.
Parent Experience

History
Swostishree Gurukul is an IB Continuum school authorized to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) by the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO). As an IB Continuum School, it shares a common IB philosophy and a commitment to a high-quality, challenging curriculum essential for its students. The school was established with the vision of becoming an IB Continuum School to provide world-class education within the country, and it achieved this goal in a very short period of time, becoming the second school in Nepal to implement all three IB programmes. Teaching and learning at Swostishree Gurukul celebrates inquiry and a constructivist, open, democratic classroom environment. The IB framework is blended with the National Curriculum.

Community
Swostishree Gurukul hosts community events such as Indra Jatra Celebration 2025 and Sports Week 2025. Updates provide notices and an event calendar for the school community. The Gallery features Youth Leadership Encounter YLE MIAMI 2025.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school provides DP Library and a Library for study and research. Science Laboratories are available for science experimentation. A Cafeteria is on site for dining. Physical Education facilities support sport and fitness activities. An indoor heated swimming pool is available for swimming.

Sports Facilities
The school has an indoor heated swimming pool. Physical Education facilities support sports and fitness activities. Facilities emphasize experiential and outdoor learning.

Academic Facilities
DP Library is on campus for Diploma Programme work. A Library is available for study and reference. Science Laboratories are available for scientific experimentation. Digital education/e-learning is part of the academic resources. The IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) are offered.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Model United Nations is offered as SG MUN 2.0, 3.0 and 4.0 with multiple committees including UNSC, ECOSOC, UNHRC, UNWOMEN, UNEP, WHO, ICJ and an International Press. These conferences develop public speaking, critical thinking, and diplomacy. The school hosts events such as Sports Week 2025 and the SG Inter School Debate Tournament 1.0.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school is an IB Continuum school offering Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) by the IBO. The Diploma Programme (DP) is designed for students aged 16 to 19 and emphasizes research, communication, and intercultural understanding to prepare for university success and global leadership. The MYP is for students aged 11 to 16, connects learning across traditional subjects with real-world contexts, develops communication, intercultural understanding and global engagement, and encourages responsible action. The PYP is for children aged 3 to 12 and emphasizes inquiry-based learning and student ownership of learning.

Cultural & Language
The school hosts Model United Nations conferences (SG MUN 2.0, 3.0, and 4.0). Youth Leadership Encounter YLE MIAMI 2025 is part of the school's leadership activities. Saraswati Puja celebration is observed.

Social & Hobbies
Inter School Debate Tournament 1.0 is organized. Sports Week is part of the events calendar.

Leadership & Professional
Youth Leadership Encounter YLE MIAMI 2025 is part of leadership activities. Model United Nations conferences (SG MUN 2.0, 3.0, 4.0) provide leadership and professional skills.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school has an indoor heated swimming pool. Physical Education facilities support fitness and physical activity.
Languages

Language Provision
The languages of instruction are English and Nepali. PYP covers ages 3-12, MYP covers ages 11-16, and DP covers ages 16-19.

Bilingual Teaching
The school teaches in English and Nepali. It offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) across ages 3-12, 11-16, and 16-19, respectively.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Admission Enquiry:
Submit the online Enquiry Form or visit the school admissions office. Our counsellor will get back to you to answer your questions and collect the required information.

Step 2: Registration:
The parents are requested to visit the School Admission Office, fill out the registration form (can be filled online). The registration collects essential information to begin the admission process; an online registration option is available.

Step 3:
School Visit & Interaction with the Team: Parents/Guardians are invited to visit the school campus to understand the culture and ethos of the Institution. A meeting can be scheduled with the Principal or the team, so parents can have an interaction, ask questions and collect information. A meeting can also be arranged with the Principal or any other faculty member that you may wish to see.

Step 4: Form submission:
The parent needs to fill up the admission form and ensure all documents are in order (as mentioned in the Admission Form). The following documents need to be submitted along with the Admission Form: Copy of the Birth Certificate; Copy of Report Card of previous year. List of documents required at the time of admission: Evidence of having graduated from the previous class; 4 photographs of student; 2 photographs of parents and guardians; Original TC from the previous school; Original Certificates may be produced at the time of admission for verification; Photocopy of Passport if available (this is mandatory for overseas students). The Admission documentation booklet must also be completed and duly signed by both Parents. Acceptance of Admission: Students are admitted on First Come, First Served basis depending on vacancies. We conduct no formal interviews with the child or the parent. Selected candidates will be required to make the fee payment within 7 days of the declaration of the result. The school reserves the right to admissions. In all matters pertaining to admission, the decision of the Admission Committee will be final.

Step 5: Payment of Fees:
Once the above steps are satisfactorily completed parents will receive an admission offer and may pay the applicable fees to confirm admission. Step 6: Parent Orientation Program: There will be a parent orientation program before the beginning of the new academic session. This program will acquaint the parents with the Vision, Mission & Ethos of the school. Today's education, tomorrow's leadership.

Waitlist
If a deposit is not made by the given date the place will be offered to another student on the waiting list.
School Events
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