About
Co-educational international school in Kolkata, India, offering the IB Diploma Programme and Cambridge IGCSE, with a Middle School programme from Grade 6. It began as the international wing of Modern High School for Girls, founded in 1952.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Info checked 2026-11-06 · Fees 2026-27
Curriculum
IB Diploma · IGCSE
Language
English
Type
International school
- Founded
- 2018
- Accreditations
- IB, CIE
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
| Grade | Per month |
|---|---|
| Grades 6 to 8 – Middle School | INR 22,700 |
| Grades 9 & 10 – IGCSE | INR 22,700 |
| Grades 11 & 12 – IBDP | INR 47,500 |
The school's document lists these amounts per period, so we show them as written.
One-off costs
- Application fee
- INR 2,500
- Enrolment fee
- INR 250,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Source: school website (checked 2026-11-04)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
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
Strengths
- Academics
- Languages
- Service
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
- Sport
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
After-school activities
- Debates
- MUN
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
- Basketball
- Zumba
- Mixed martial arts
- Dramatics
- Music
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House system
Students compete in newly set-up houses for intra-school sports and take part in inter-house events such as a science fest.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Governance and ownership
Led by a director and principal with a senior leadership team; the school traces its roots to the Modern High School for Girls legacy.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
Offers IB Diploma and Cambridge IGCSE programmes, plus a Middle School programme from Grade 6, with emphasis on creative and critical thinking.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Source: Read from the school's website
Special educational needs (SEN)
Supports diverse learners through an inclusive classroom, differentiated teaching, individualised education plans and extra learning resources.
- Individualized Education Plans
- Differentiated instruction
- Assistive technology and resources
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Offers one-to-one counselling, workshops for students and parents, a gadget-free wellness zone, and health sessions.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
Source: Read from the school's website
History
Started as the international wing of an all-girls school founded in 1952; opened in 2018, became co-educational, and moved to new premises in 2022.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Embeds community service in co-curricular activities and runs a student council that links student voices to administration.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Facilities
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Facilities overview
Campus is designed around sustainable building standards (IGBC Platinum) and includes a gadget-free Wellness Zone.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Source: Read from the school's website
Academic and intellectual
Runs academic-linked activities such as an inter-house science fest, debates and Model UN.
- Sci-Spire science fest
- Debates
- MUN
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Encourages drama, music, visual arts and cultural performances through clubs and events.
- Performing arts
- Visual arts
- Music
- Dramatics
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Social and hobbies
Clubs and societies offer basketball, zumba and mixed martial arts, with several inter-school fests each year.
- Basketball
- Zumba
- Mixed martial arts
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
Community service is built into co-curricular life, including events that thank school staff.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
Student Council has four committees and gives students leadership and teamwork experience.
- Student Council
- Peer Support Group
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Lifestyle and wellbeing
Peer Support Group plans recreational activities and initiatives to promote student wellbeing and mental health.
- Peer Support Group
- Recreational activities
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Source: Read from the school's website
Language provision
Emphasises German learning, with students joining Goethe-Institut-linked camps and activities.
- German
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Immersion programmes
Students have joined a summer school in Essex, UK and a Goethe-Institut PASCH camp in the Sundarbans.
- Felsted Summer School, Essex (UK)
- Goethe-Institut PASCH camp
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
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Accreditations
Lists the IB Diploma Programme, Cambridge IGCSE, and IGBC Green Schools Platinum certification for its sustainable campus.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
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Admissions
For 2027-28, applications are open for Grade 6 and Grade 11 IB Diploma, with limited Grade 7-9 places; overseas and transfer applicants apply by email.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
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