Bangalore International School

Bengaluru, India
  • A Level
  • IB Diploma
  • IGCSE
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About

International school in Bangalore, India, founded in 1969. Offers Early Years to Grade 12 with Cambridge and IB programmes, a learning centre for students with diverse learning profiles, and arts, sports and clubs.

Key facts

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  • Curriculum

    A Level · IB Diploma · IGCSE

  • Type

    International school

Founded
1969
Learning support (SEN)
Advanced
Accreditations
CIS, IB

Curriculum and academics

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Curricula, explained

The IB's four programmes

Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.

  1. IB PYPNot here

    Early years to primary · Ages 3–12

    The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.

  2. IB MYPNot here

    Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16

    The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.

  3. IB DP (Diploma)Offered

    Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19

    The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.

  4. IB CP (Career-related)Not here

    Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19

    The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.

Last two years: DP or CP

  • A Level

    Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18

    The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.

  • IGCSE

    Ages 14–16, 2 years · Ages 14–16

    A subject-by-subject qualification taken around age 16 in British-style schools — usually 5–10 subjects studied over two years.

Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide

Campus and school life

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Facilities

  • Theatre
  • Sports field
  • Library

Sports

  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Cricket
  • Athletics
  • Fitness

Arts

  • Visual arts
  • Pottery
  • Theatre
  • Dance
  • Music
  • Drama

After-school activities

  • Music
  • Performing arts
  • Dance
  • Drama
  • Visual arts
  • Arts and design
  • Debate
  • Robotics
  • Photography
  • Environment club
  • Social awareness
  • Community service
  • Choir
  • Bands

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The essentials

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  • Additional learning support

    Learning support is provided by the Learning Centre through individual education plans, small-group sessions, in-class support and therapy services.

    • Individualised Education Plans
    • In-class support
    • Pull-out programmes
    • Occupational therapy
    • Speech therapy

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Academics

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  • Curriculum

    Runs an international curriculum from Early Years to Grade 12. High School students choose between IGCSE, AS and A Levels, or the IB Diploma.

    • Cambridge IGCSE
    • Cambridge AS and A Levels
    • IB Diploma Programme

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Wellbeing

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  • Mental wellbeing

    Supports student wellbeing through a counselling room, wellness programmes, mentoring and close teacher guidance.

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Parent experience

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  • History

    Started in 1969 as a small learning space in Bangalore and is now described as one of the city's established international schools.

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Facilities

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  • Sports facilities

    Outdoor playing fields and multipurpose courts support several sports, with inter-house and inter-school competitions.

    • Football
    • Basketball
    • Cricket
    • Athletics
    • Fitness programmes

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  • Academic facilities

    Science laboratories, digital learning spaces and a library support hands-on learning and research.

    • Science laboratories
    • Digital learning spaces
    • Library

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  • Extra-curricular facilities

    Counselling room, common areas and a cafeteria give students places to gather and access emotional support.

    • Counselling room
    • Common areas
    • Cafeteria

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Extra-curricular activities

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  • Academic and intellectual

    Clubs for debate, public speaking and robotics build analytical and communication skills.

    • Debate
    • Public speaking
    • Robotics

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  • Arts and creative

    Arts clubs cover music, performing arts and design, with students refining skills and performing.

    • Music
    • Performing arts
    • Arts and design
    • Drama

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  • Community and service

    Clubs focus on environment, social awareness and community service.

    • Environment
    • Social awareness
    • Community service

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  • Leadership and professional

    Students plan events, lead projects and take responsibility within clubs, gaining hands-on leadership experience.

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Reputation

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  • Accreditations

    Accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS).

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Admissions

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  • Admissions

    Applicants must submit diagnostic and medical reports, prior assessments and school reports, and meet the admissions team.

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Location

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Geddalahalli, Hennur Bagalur Road, Kothanur Post Bangalore 560 077

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