Compare International Schools in Kochi, India

TIPS Kochi

Instructs in English

Ages 2 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

The Indian Public School (TIPS) Globeducate Kochi is part of Globeducate, a network of 65+ premium international and bilingual schools across 11 countries. The Kochi campus sits on a green campus in Kakkanad, Infopark area, with two locations: a city campus for preschool and a main campus for preschool through pre‑university. The school offers multiple curriculum pathways: IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), Cambridge Lower Secondary, IGCSE (9th–10th, AS & A Level), Cambridge A Levels, CBSE, and the Indian Curriculum. Ages 2–16 and Grades 1–12 are supported through an enriched curriculum delivered by highly trained facilitators, including IB and Cambridge programs. Facilities include science and computing laboratories, music and art rooms, modern libraries, and collaborative learning spaces; sports complexes with swimming pools, courts for basketball, tennis, badminton, and volleyball, plus running tracks; a hygienic dining room and air‑conditioned transport. Extracurriculars feature Sports, Art, Dance and Music; Leadership Camps; Robotics and a Space Program. Globeducate provides international exposure through its global network.

Location

The school is located on Thalakkottu Moola Road in Edachira, situated within the Kakkanad region near Kochi's IT hub, Infopark. This positioning places the campus close to major employment centers while maintaining a dedicated, contained environment for students.

Stages

The school caters to students from Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-KG) through to Grade 12. The academic structure encompasses the IB Early Years and Primary Years Programmes, followed by the Cambridge Lower Secondary, and finally IGCSE and A-Level qualifications for the older age groups.

Type

TIPS Globeducate Kochi is a co-educational day school serving boys and girls across early, primary, and secondary education.

Additional learning support

The school features a dedicated Inclusive Program that supports students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and specific learning disabilities.

Country affiliation

The school does not have an affiliation with a single country, operating instead with an international focus as part of the Globeducate network.

Religious affiliation

The school does not state any religious affiliation.

School day structure

Specific details regarding the daily schedule, including exact start and end times or designated break periods, are not currently published.

Bus service

TIPS Globeducate Kochi offers air-conditioned transport facilities for its students.

Admissions

1. Submit the Enquiry Form.
The Indian Public School(TIPS) Globeducate Chennai Perungudi invites enquiries to learn about programmes. The Enquiry Form collects Academic Year, Student Name, Gender, Date of Birth, Parent's Contact Number, Parent's Email, Grades Offered, and Curriculum Apply. This initial step starts the admissions dialogue and informs the family about available options.

2. Book an appointment with the Admissions Office for a school visit.
The appointment is arranged after the enquiry through the Admissions Office for a school visit. This step provides an opportunity to engage with the admissions team and learn about the school's programmes. Families receive details about visit logistics from the Admissions Office.

3. Request and fill in the Registration Form (online or in person).
The Registration Form is requested and completed online or in person. This step moves the family from inquiry to formal registration.

4. Attend the Entrance Exam.
The entrance exam applies to Grades 2 to 11. The format is an age-appropriate written test. The exam can be conducted on-campus or online, subject to availability. Duration is 60–90 minutes. Results are announced within 3 working days via email and phone call.

5. Submit the completed form along with the required documents.
The completed Registration Form is submitted with the required documents. Admission is finalized upon exam results and document verification. Entrance Exam Details: Applicable Grades: Grade 2 to Grade 11. Format: Age-appropriate written test. Mode: On-Campus / Online (subject to availability). Duration: 60–90 minutes. Results: Announced within 3 working days via email and phone call. Confirmation: Admission is finalized upon exam results and document verification.

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Cochin International School

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational (boarding)

COCHINS Cochin International School in Kochi serves learners aged 3 to 18 with a truly international orientation. It offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) alongside Cambridge International Curriculum, with Cambridge Lower Secondary for Grades 6–8 and IGCSE for Grades 9–10, and the school is a candidate for the Diploma Programme. The 12‑acre Upper Kakkanad campus blends modern classrooms with natural surroundings, supporting inquiry, creativity and inclusive teaching. Facilities include a library, an IT centre for coding and robotics, a dining hall with vegetarian and vegan options, and an Arts, Drama & Theater facility with a Performance Hall for events. Boarding facilities are under development. The school stands out as Kochi's exclusive international school and emphasizes co‑curricular inquiry through a skill development program, language learning (including French), and extensive arts, music, dance and sports offerings. The campus is designed to support learning, with spaces for reading, media creation, and projects.

Location

12-acre campus on Upper Kakkanad, Kochi city. Address: 18/431 C, Vayanashala Chemmalapady Road, Pukkattupady, Malayidamthuruth P.O, Ernakulam 683561, India. The campus is easily accessible from all parts of Kochi city.

Stages

Preschool to Grade 12. Cambridge IGCSE from Grade 6 to Grade 10; International Baccalaureate from preschool through Diploma Programme; the school is a candidate for the Diploma Programme.

Type

Co-educational day and boarding school.

Additional learning support

Inclusive school; supports children with physical, emotional, social or educational needs where adequate support can be provided.

Country affiliation

India

School day structure

A typical school day runs 8:30 am to 3:00 pm; After School Activities on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday ends at 4:30 pm.

Bus service

Air-conditioned buses with GPS tracking, seat belts, speed governors and bus monitors; buses operate across multiple routes around the city.

Application & admission fees

- An admission fee is required at the time of admission and is non‑refundable.

Tuition fees by year group (amounts and instalments)

- Specific tuition amounts by year group (KG, Primary, Middle, IGCSE, IB Diploma / Grades 11–12) are not published in the school's publicly available admissions materials. The school's published fee rules for partial attendance and mid‑term leaving are: students attending less than one month pay three months' tuition; students who attend more than one month up to the first term pay half of the annual tuition; students leaving mid‑term are charged for that term.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school follows an academic year that runs from June to March and operates rolling admissions; specific start dates for new students are flexible except for Grade 11 which must begin at the start of the year.
- Tuition billing mechanics (instalment dates, annual vs term billing) are determined by the school at admission; the school's published policy covers how tuition is charged for short or partial attendance as noted above.

Boarding fees

- Boarding facilities are described as an upcoming facility; boarding is not listed as an active, chargeable option at present, so there are no published boarding fees.

Other costs and optional services

- Transport: the school operates air‑conditioned buses with safety features and monitored routes; transport services are offered but published fares are not provided in the public materials.
- Meals: an in‑house kitchen provides vegetarian and non‑vegetarian meal plans; meal pricing is not published in the publicly available materials.
- Extracurricular and trip costs (field trips, overnight camps, special activities) are treated as separate/optional charges when applicable; specific charges are not published in the general admissions text.

Refund and cancellation terms

- The admission fee is non‑refundable.
- Refund rules for tuition: students attending less than one month are charged three months' tuition; students attending more than one month up to the first term are charged half the annual tuition; students leaving mid‑term are charged for that term.
- Duplicate or excess payments are refundable on request; refund requests are processed within 7–10 working days and refunds are made by direct bank transfer to the remitter's account.

Fee payment options and practical payment notes

- Online fee payments are processed through secure third‑party payment gateways. The school notes it is not liable for failures caused by the payment provider; parents should retain transaction receipts for their records.

Administrative / practical points relevant to fees

- Admissions are subject to seat availability, age criteria and documentation; fee commitments are accepted as per the school's admission terms.
- Transport and meal services are available as chargeable services; boarding is listed as an upcoming facility and does not currently have a published fee.

For database entry: numeric tuition and instalment amounts by grade, published annual schedules for instalments, and any boarding fee figures are not publicly listed in the school's current admissions and policy materials; the school provides detailed fee schedules and instalment options directly during the admission/offer process.

Boarding Arrangements

Boarding facility exists with a Head of Boarding (Ms. Rajashree Varma) who leads boarding operations to provide a safe, inclusive, and nurturing residential environment. A Boarding Facility is listed as an upcoming facility, with wardens and teachers dedicated to the care of boarders.

Food Options

The school has an in-house kitchen serving both non-vegetarian and vegetarian meals in Indian and International cuisines, with salads and fresh seasonal fruits. The dining hall also offers vegetarian, vegan, and special dietary meals.

House System

There is an Inter-House system with house meetings to initiate the selection of captains and council members, and inter-house competitions.

Governance and Ownership

The school is an initiative of Trivandrum International School (TRINS Group) and is part of the TRINS network. The Head of PYP is part of the TRINS Group (TRINS).

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The IGCSE pedagogy is based on the emotional well-being of students. The SEN department uses a holistic approach to help students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The SEN team collaborates with teachers, parents and external professionals to develop individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to each student's strengths and needs. Inclusive classrooms foster acceptance, understanding, and peer learning. The school supports students' social and emotional development through its SEN services and inclusive practices.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Special Education Needs (SEN) is provided with a holistic approach to support students who face challenges so they can thrive. The SEN team comprises highly qualified educators who collaborate with teachers, parents and external professionals to develop individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to each student's strengths, challenges and learning styles. There are three levels of SEN support: SEN support with a specialist educator; SEN support with a Learning Support Teacher; and SEN support with Chechi (Helper). Inclusive classrooms foster acceptance, understanding and respect for all students, promoting peer learning. The school aims to access the curriculum with minimal restrictions through tailored supports.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Three language options are offered at the PYP level: Hindi, French and Malayalam. For Grade 6 and above, an English language proficiency test may be used to determine appropriate grade placement.

Mental Wellbeing

The IGCSE pedagogy is based on the emotional well-being of our students. The school emphasizes mental well-being as part of its learning environment. COCHINS lays primary stress on the well-being of the students, with precautions to ensure they remain in good health. The infirmary is a fully functional medical facility with a full-time nurse. The sports programme fosters teamwork and a healthy lifestyle, contributing to students' mental well-being.

Safeguarding

COCHINS maintains a fully functional medical facility on-site with a full-time nurse available at all times. The medical centre provides primary care in emergencies and notifies parents as appropriate. Transport safety is protected by GPS-tracked air-conditioned buses with seat belts, speed governors and bus monitors. The school environment prioritizes student safety and well-being, and the campus spans 12 acres on a safe, well-equipped site.

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Dawn International School

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Dawn International School, located near Ambalamedu, Kochi, offers a bi-curricular program combining Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and CBSE curricula for students from preschool through grade 12. The campus operates as a co-educational international school with boarding facilities, including separate hostels for boys and girls, supported by a full-time staff. Classrooms are air-conditioned, and the campus features hi-tech laboratories, a multimedia room, well-stocked libraries, and a multipurpose hall for arts and performances. The school prioritizes safety with 24-hour campus surveillance and provides an air-conditioned transport network with door-to-door pickup and drop-off. A distinctive feature is the Centre of Excellence in Football, run in partnership with Kerala Blasters' Young Blasters Sporthood (YBSA), offering high-performance training, career guidance, and mentorship for both day and boarders. Extracurriculars span art workshops, theatre, French Day celebrations, and extensive sports, including cricket, basketball, swimming, and more, supported by a diverse range of clubs and facilities, opportunities abound globally.

Location

Located near Ambalamedu and Velloorkara, Puthencruz P.O., Kochi, Kerala 682 308, India. The campus is in Kochi, Kerala and accessible by road.

Stages

Preschool to grade 12

Type

Co-educational; international school; offers boarding facilities with separate hostels for boys and girls

Country affiliation

India (CBSE - India; Pearson Edexcel International - IGCSE)

Bus service

Air-conditioned buses provide door-to-door pickup and drop-off

Application fees

- An application/registration fee is required when submitting an application. An admission fee is required to confirm an offered place. The school's public admissions materials state these fees must be remitted at application/confirmation, but no specific amounts for the 2026/27 (or 2025/26) academic year are published in the school's public fee documents.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- No published schedule of tuition amounts by year group, and no per-term or per-year numeric tuition figures for the 2026/27 (or 2025/26) academic year, are available in the school's public fee materials. The school's mandatory-disclosure documents point to a fee-structure file but the public pages do not display a breakdown of fees by class or term. As a result, exact tuition figures per term or per academic year cannot be stated here.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The school requires payment of application/registration and admission fees at the steps described in the admissions process. No detailed billing schedule (term dates for fee payment, instalment due dates, late-payment penalties, or annual-versus-term billing breakdown) is presented in the school's public admissions or general information pages.

Boarding fees (where applicable)

- Boarding is offered for students (the school states boarding is available for Grades 4–12). The presence of boarding implies separate boarding/lodging charges, but no separate boarding-fee amounts or a boarding-fee breakdown are published in the school's publicly available fee materials for 2026/27 (or 2025/26).

Other costs and charges

- The school lists several services and facilities that normally carry additional charges (examples: transport—air-conditioned buses are provided—meals, uniforms, textbooks, laboratory/IT charges and extracurricular program fees). The school's public pages mention transport and boarding services, but they do not publish the associated charges or an itemised list of ancillary fees. Therefore, specific amounts for uniforms, transport, meals, books, lab fees, or activity fees are not available in the school's public fee information.

Refund information

- No published refund policy, security-deposit amount, or explicit terms for refunds/returns of deposits are presented in the school's public admissions or mandatory-disclosure documents for 2026/27 (or 2025/26). Where refundable deposits or security deposits are normally charged by many schools, the school's public materials do not provide numeric values or procedural details for refunds.

Fee payment options

- No explicit list of accepted payment methods (for example: credit card, debit card, online bank transfer, UPI, cheque, or cash) or payment-provider instructions is published in the school's publicly available admissions or fee-disclosure pages. The admissions process indicates fees must be remitted as part of application/confirmation, but the public materials do not set out the accepted payment channels or online payment portal details.

Summary of findings: the school's public admissions information confirms that application/registration and admission fees are required and confirms the availability of boarding and transport, but the school does not publish numeric fee amounts, per-term or per-year tuition figures, a detailed billing schedule, payment-method details, or refund-policy specifics in its publicly available fee documents for the 2026/27 (or 2025/26) academic year. The items above list the fee categories and which elements are not published so that parents can see which charges to expect even though exact amounts are not listed.

Boarding Arrangements

The school offers boarding facilities with air-conditioned hostel rooms, separate wardens for boys and girls, an on-campus nurse and teaching staff to provide special attention to hostel students, a study room, a dining hall, a laundry, and 24-hour CCTV surveillance.

Food Options

The school offers six meals daily; the kitchen is run by a world-class executive chef with an on-site kitchen team, and the menu includes Indian, Chinese, Continental, Thai, Arabic and other cuisines.

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by a board headed by Dr. Johnson C. Lukose (Chairman) and Directors Mr. Prasad Kumar C and Mr. Xavier Mathew.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school focuses on holistic student development through academics, fine arts, sports, and more.

Mental Wellbeing

The school aims to educate the whole student and prepare them to face the world's challenges free of stress.

Safeguarding

The campus is under 24-hour surveillance to ensure safety and security.

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GPS International – Cambridge

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

GPS International – Cambridge sits in Thiruvaniyoor, Ernakulam, Kerala, India. The school offers Cambridge Secondary, IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, and Cambridge A Levels. The Cambridge learner attributes—Confident, Responsible, Reflective, Innovative, Engaged—are embedded in the curriculum and assessments. Teachers use inquiry-based learning with an emphasis on digital literacy, critical thinking, and problem solving. A career counselling cell provides guidance for global placement and university admissions. For language learners, IGCSE routes support those whose first language is not English, with a focus on language development, reading skills, and accessibility for diverse backgrounds. The school offers a broad range of extracurricular and cocurricular activities. Alliances with Round Square, Green Schools, Common Sense School, Atal Tinkering Lab, and Duke of Edinburgh connect GPS International to global service and leadership initiatives. Health and wellbeing programmes form part of Beyond Academics, contributing to holistic student development. Extracurricular and cocurricular activities support wellbeing and personal development.

Application fees

- Application / registration fee: Not published. No public figure for an application or registration fee is listed by the school.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- Grades 6–8 (Cambridge Lower Secondary): No published tuition amounts by term or year for any grade group.
- Grades 9–10 (IGCSE): No published tuition amounts by term or year for any grade group.
- Grades 11–12 (AS & A Levels): No published tuition amounts by term or year for any grade group.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Billing schedule (termly, quarterly, semesterly or annual invoicing): Not published. No specific payment schedule or due-date policy is publicly listed.
- Payment terms (late-payment penalties, instalment options, deposits, or bonds): Not published.

Boarding fees

- Boarding offering: Full-boarding and week-boarding options are available at the school.
- Boarding fee amounts (per term or per year) and meal / laundry / medical surcharge breakdowns: Not published.

Other costs and typical ancillary fees

- Uniform charges: Not published. No specific amounts for uniform purchase or replacement are publicly listed.
- Transport (school bus) fees: Not published. No route/zone pricing or per-term transport fee details are publicly listed.
- Exam / registration / external exam fees (IGCSE / AS & A Level entries): Not published.
- Technology, library, laboratory, co‑curricular or activity levies: Not published.
- One-time security deposits, refundable caution money or student bonds: Not published.

Refund information

- Refund policy for term fees, deposits, or cancellations (timelines, pro‑rata refunds, conditions): Not published. No public refund policy or schedule is listed.

Fee payment options

- Accepted payment methods (bank transfer / NEFT / UPI / credit card / cheque / online payment portal): Not published. No public statement listing accepted payment channels is available.

Summary of findings

- The school publishes program, admissions and boarding information but does not publish any detailed fee amounts, per-term or per-year tuition figures, or the billing/payment terms required for the 2026/27 academic year (admissions are open for 2026–27). The school confirms Cambridge curriculum delivery (Grades 6–12) and offers full- and week‑boarding, but specific fee figures and payment/refund terms are not publicly listed in the school's published information.

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Global Indian International School Noida

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees ₹132,000 - 197,400

Type Co-educational

Global Indian International School Noida provides education for students from kindergarten to grade 12, offering the Global Montessori Programme and the Central Board of Secondary Education curriculum. Operating with a student-teacher ratio of 15:1, the school implements its signature 9GEMS framework to focus on skills across academics, sports, leadership, and universal values. The campus features specialized learning amenities, including science labs, an IT lab, an Aryabhatta mathematics lab, and indoor and outdoor sports fields for cricket, football, and skating. Students participate in distinctive initiatives such as STEAM-based learning with robotics kits and video conferencing to connect with international peers. The extracurricular system includes dedicated groups like the public speaking club, the Tansen music club, and a Rotary-sponsored Interact Club that engages senior students in community service. This structure delivers practical knowledge and measurable success, as shown by recent high grade ten and twelve board exam results.

Application fees

- GIIS campuses typically charge a one-time application/registration fee when an admission form is submitted; this is normally non‑refundable. GIIS also commonly charges a separate one‑time Enrolment / School Establishment (admission) fee for new students and may require a refundable security deposit.

Tuition fees by year group (how fees are structured and example pattern)

- I could not retrieve an up‑to‑date, authoritative fee schedule specifically for the GIIS Kochi campus; the campus page was not reachable during the search.

- GIIS in India charges tuition on a term or instalment basis with rates that increase by grade. Typical billing options used by GIIS India campuses include term‑wise tuition paid in multiple instalments across the academic year (GIIS Ahmedabad shows tuition billed term‑wise with four academic terms in their schedule and with a stated annual and per‑term tuition for each grade). The exact rupee amounts vary by campus and grade.

- Example of the fee structure format used at a GIIS India campus (this is an example from GIIS Ahmedabad and is provided to show the structure rather than to represent Kochi amounts): tuition is presented as an annual total and a per‑term amount; the Ahmedabad schedule shows tuition billed term‑wise (four terms per year) and also provides term/instalment months and amounts for transportation zones as separate line items. Parents should expect Kochi to follow a similar per‑grade, per‑term pricing model though exact numbers for Kochi were not available.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- GIIS campuses commonly publish a tuition payment schedule tied to the academic calendar. Instals/terms are frequently laid out by month ranges (for example: term or tuition instalments that cover April–June, July–September, October–December, and January–March; some campuses also accept term fees paid in two larger instalments). Late payments usually attract interest or late fees (Ahmedabad example states interest on late payment).

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- Whether boarding is offered differs by campus. No definitive boarding fee schedule for GIIS Kochi was found. Some GIIS campuses and scholarship programs do include boarding and lodging in specific scholarship packages or at particular campuses, but boarding is not a guaranteed feature at every GIIS India campus. Confirm availability and the cost for Kochi directly with the campus administration.

Other recurring or one‑time costs

- Uniforms, textbooks and workbooks, transport (school bus) fees, optional activity or career‑counselling charges, insurance, and myGIIS portal charges are commonly listed separately from tuition. Transport fees are typically optional and charged based on distance/zone. Some campuses list optional career‑counselling or other program fees as one‑time optional charges. Security deposits (refundable) and annual myGIIS or administrative charges are also typical. These items are usually billed in addition to the tuition.

Refund information

- GIIS campuses commonly designate the registration/application fee and certain one‑time administrative charges as non‑refundable. Security deposits (where charged) are described as refundable. Specific refund rules (timing, deductions, and the process for refunding security deposits or pro‑rata refunds on tuition) vary by campus and must be confirmed with the campus finance office for Kochi.

Fee payment options

- Common payment modes used across GIIS campuses include: cheque or bank draft, cash or debit card at the school, credit card (some campuses accept credit card payments without surcharge), and online payment via the myGIIS portal / payment gateway. International campuses may also accept local electronic transfers or GIRO where applicable. Late payment penalties and surcharge rules are listed by campus.

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The Choice School

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Choice School Kochi is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme. Located on a 10-acre campus, the school comprises seven blocks for Kindergarten through Senior School, with facilities including a 617-seat Jose Thomas Performing Arts Centre (JTPAC), the Choice Fitness and Aquatic Centre, a well-stocked library and on-site dance, music and theatre studios. The campus is air-conditioned and Wi-Fi enabled to support digital learning. The curriculum blends the IB framework with cross-disciplinary inquiry, experiential, learner-centred pedagogy and an emphasis on environmental education and life skills through curricular and co-curricular activities. Languages include English, Hindi, Malayalam, with French and Spanish available in later years. Senior Secondary offers groups with core and elective subjects, including AI, Data Science and Food Production. The school runs a Student Exchange Programme and TiE Young Entrepreneur program, along with a Student Council and performing and visual arts programmes.

Location

The Choice School, Kochi operates in Kochi, Kerala, India. The Tripunithura campus is Nadama East, Tripunithura 682301. Other Kochi locations include Kinderland at Girinagar (6th Cross Road, Girinagar 682020), Parvana (Manthra Rd, Parvana Junction 682002) and Edappally (KM 33/608, VP Marikkar Road, Edappally 682024).

Stages

Primary School (Grades I–IV); Middle School (Grades V–VIII); Senior School (Grades IX–X); Senior Secondary (Grades XI–XII).

Type

IB World School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP).

Pupil Nationality Mix

The Choice Community is cosmopolitan, with teachers and students belonging to different parts of India and sometimes outside India.

Additional learning support

HDES provides SEN support from Kindergarten to Grade 12, with a team of Special Educators and Speech Therapists. They screen, assess and develop Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), provide Special Education and Speech and Language Therapy, and deliver in-class or one-to-one interventions; they work with parents and other professionals to support emotional, social and academic progress.

Country affiliation

India

School day structure

CBSE regular timing: Foundation stage (Kinderland + Lower Primary) 09:00-13:00; Lower Primary (Grades 1-2) 08:45-12:45; Preparatory Stage (Upper Primary) 07:30-13:50; Middle School 07:30-13:50; Senior School 07:30-13:50. IB regular timing: KG1-KG2 09:00-15:00; Grades 1-12 08:00-15:00.

Bus service

Door-to-door pick-up and drop facility is provided wherever possible.

Application / admission fees

- Admission / one-time registration fee: Rs.25,000 (one-time).

Tuition fees (day / boarding) — summary by school type

- Day-school (annual tuition): Rs.1,45,000 per year. This excludes transport, annual development charges and any one-time security/registration amounts.

- Full boarding (annual hostel + tuition package): Rs.4,30,000 per year; a separate one-time hostel/security deposit of Rs.50,000 is charged.

Tuition fees by instalment and by year group (billing schedule and examples)

- Billing schedule (instalment dates): Fees are billed in four instalments each academic year and are payable on or before 10 May, 10 August, 10 November and 10 February. Instalment amounts vary by grade and by campus.

- Example instalment-level presentation used by the Choice School network (representative figures published for another campus). These show how tuition is split across the four instalments for each grade (amounts shown are per instalment and total yearly tuition for that campus):
- Grade I: Rs.24,800 per instalment (payable on the four instalment dates) — Total Rs.99,200 per year.
- Grade V: Rs.26,700 per instalment — Total Rs.1,06,800 per year.
- Grade X: Rs.31,400 per instalment — Total Rs.1,25,600 per year.
- Grade XI (Science): Rs.45,300 per instalment — Total Rs.1,81,200 per year.

(These grade-wise instalment examples above are the published instalment breakdown used at another Choice School campus; Kochi follows the same four-instalment billing calendar and publishes grade-specific instalment amounts through the school's fee schedule.)

Transport / bus charges

- Transport fee (typical): Rs.25,000 per year (annual transport charge). A transport security deposit of Rs.5,000 is charged and identified as refundable. Transport charges are published separately and vary by distance slab.

Other recurring / one-time charges

- Annual development / annual charges: an "annual fee" component is charged in addition to tuition; published examples show typical annual fee components in the range of Rs.16,000 to Rs.20,000 (charged as part of the instalment schedule).

- Security / caution deposits: day-school security amount examples show Rs.5,000 (security/transport slab examples) and boarding security deposit Rs.50,000 (one-time). Hostels also show separate one-time hostel fees/deposits.

- Uniforms and stationery: uniform purchases are handled through the school's designated supplier; uniform costs are additional to fees and charged separately at purchase.

- Miscellaneous fees: additional charges may be levied for examinations, external exam registrations, co-curricular activities, transport-specific add-ons, optional camps, special workshops and refundable/non-refundable deposits; these are billed separately. Representative campus documents itemise these components as separate line items.

Refund information

- Transport security deposit: the transport security deposit is shown as refundable where published (example: Rs.5,000 noted as refundable).

- Other refunds (security deposits, pro‑rated refunds on withdrawal, uniform returns, etc.): specific refund terms for deposits and fee refunds are determined by the school's published fee policy and accounts office; published campus documents and fee schedules identify some deposits as refundable but do not publish a single consolidated refund table for every fee component.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Instalment due dates: payable on or before 10 May, 10 August, 10 November and 10 February (four-instalment scheme). Amounts per instalment vary by grade and campus. Late payment consequences and any processing fees follow the school's accounts rules.

Fee payment options

- Preferred / recommended payment methods: online payments (Debit / Credit card, Net Banking or UPI) via the school's fee-payment portal (InsightsE / parent login portal). Parents may also be able to use other bank transfer options made available by the Accounts Office; the school asks parents to honour the published instalment schedule.

Contact / accounts office for final confirmation

- The school publishes an accounts office contact number for fee clarifications; instalment amounts and applicability (day vs boarding vs transport slabs) are grade- and service-specific and are made available to parents in the official fee schedule and student billing notices. Representative campus contact pointers are provided in the school's admissions and accounts sections.

Summary of the key numeric items for Choice School, Kochi (concise list)

- Day-school annual tuition (typical published campus figure): Rs.1,45,000 per year.
- Full boarding (annual package) typical figure: Rs.4,30,000 per year; boarding/security deposit: Rs.50,000 (one-time).
- Transport fee typical: Rs.25,000 per year; transport security deposit: Rs.5,000 (refundable where published).
- Instalment/billing dates: 10 May, 10 August, 10 November, 10 February (four instalments). Instalment amounts are grade-specific.

Note: The Choice School publishes grade-specific instalment breakdowns for its campuses; where representative grade-level instalment numbers were published for one campus, those instalments followed the four-instalment calendar shown above. The Kochi campus uses the same instalment calendar and publishes its campus-specific fee schedule and slab-based transport/hostel charges through the school's fee portal and admissions communications. For complete, class-by-class instalment amounts for Kochi (per term amounts by year group), refer to the school's Kochi fee schedule and the accounts office.

Curriculum

The Choice School follows the CBSE curriculum. The curriculum provides scope for physical, intellectual and social development and uses experiential, holistic, integrated, inquiry-driven, learner-centred, discussion-based and flexible pedagogy with cross-disciplinary environmental education. Life-skills are nurtured through curricular and co-curricular activities, and inclusive education supports personality development and academic excellence. Primary I–IV includes English, Math, Science, Language (Hindi and Malayalam), Social Studies, Art/Craft, Sports, Music/Dance, with Developmental Dramatics in Grades 1–2 and Computer Science from Grade 3; Middle V–VIII adds French and Spanish; Senior IX–X includes French. Senior Secondary XI–XII offers four groups with core and elective subjects, including AI, Data Science and Food Production; the school is now an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP).

Higher Education Progression

IB is widely recognized by universities and colleges worldwide, facilitating higher education progression for graduates. The Choice School Kochi offers PYP, MYP and DP as part of the IB continuum, enabling pathways to universities globally. Graduates benefit from interdisciplinary and international-minded preparation for higher education.

Gifted and Talented

The school has admissions criteria for gifted learners. Small classes and dedicated teaching staff support the unique needs of gifted children.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has a WellBeing Department that focuses on social-emotional development and the mental well-being of students. The department recognises individual differences and tailors relational and therapeutic approaches accordingly. Its mission is to implement proactive and preventive measures to improve and nurture the well-being of the entire school family. Services are available to students from all grades; families and caregivers are eligible for counselling; teachers are eligible for counselling; and workshops are offered to parents and teachers. The department also offers outreach programs and resources to support staff.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school has an Inclusive Education policy aligned with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016 and CBSE guidelines. Inclusive teaching methodologies are used in mainstream classrooms to cater to all students regardless of abilities. The Department of Health, Development and Education Support (HDES) provides SEN support from Kindergarten to Grade 12 and includes Special Educators and Speech Therapists. They screen, assess, prepare Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and provide Special Education and Speech and Language Therapy. Intervention is provided during class hours or one-to-one, in collaboration with mainstream teachers and school counsellors, to adapt teaching, provide accommodations and ensure emotional, social and psychological well-being. They work with parents and other professionals and employ evidence-based approaches and programs such as Search and Teach, Handwriting Without Tears, NILD Educational Therapy, TEACCH, PECS, AVAZ, Autistic Movement Therapy, Social Thinking Program, and In-Sync Activities.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The curriculum includes English as a core subject in all levels and provides a range of language options. In Primary (Grades I–IV) students study English and learn Hindi and Malayalam. In Middle School (Grades V–VIII) the language options expand to Hindi, Malayalam, French and Spanish. In Senior School (Grades IX–XII) language offerings include Hindi, Malayalam and French. English is taught across levels alongside these additional languages.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through WellBeing services at The Choice School. The WellBeing Department focuses on proactive and preventive measures to nurture the school community's wellbeing. Students from all grades can access counselling through WellBeing. Families and caregivers may receive counselling for concerns about the student, and teachers are also eligible for counselling. The department runs workshops addressing various wellbeing topics for parents and teachers.

Safeguarding

The school has a Child Protection Policy to safeguard children from harm and abuse, aligned with the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and Indian laws (JJ Act, POCSO). The policy defines safeguarding responsibilities and reporting procedures for suspected abuse and emphasizes a safe, open environment where students can raise concerns. Disclosures may not remain confidential between the student and staff. The policy outlines safeguarding roles within Special Protection Groups, including the Principal, Counselor, police, admin staff and other stakeholders. A safeguarding curriculum covers safety, threat identification and emergency responses.

Admissions

1. Enquiry Form. Online registration for admission for the new academic year commences in August and is the first step in the procedure. A query submitted to the Enquiry Form prompts an admissions coordinator to contact you to discuss details and guide you through the next steps. Age guidelines for AY 2026-27 are: KinderTot (1½ to 3 years); KinderArk/Pre-School for children born before 1 June 2023; KG/LKG for children born before 1 June 2022; PREP/UKG for children born before 1 June 2021. The Enquiry Form is available to begin the process.

2. Admission Team Response. After an enquiry is submitted, an admissions coordinator contacts you to discuss additional information, answer questions, and guide you through the next steps. You will receive clarity on eligibility, timelines, and required documents. The school offers Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and International Baccalaureate (IB) curricula to select from. This conversation sets expectations for the upcoming steps.

3. Submit Application Form. Ready to enrol your child? Fill in the Application Form through the provided portal to commence the formal process. Documents to be submitted with the Application form before interaction include: Birth Certificate (copy, original for verification), Passport Photo (one passport sized photo), and Vaccination Card (copy; required for Grade 2 and above). For Grade 2 and above, also provide the Aadhar card copies (child and parents), a reference letter from the last attended school, the Original Promoted Transfer Certificate/School Leaving Certificate duly attested, a Passport (if foreign national), and a No Dues Certificate.

4. Student Interaction with Vice Principal. The student attends an interaction session/Aptitude Test with the Vice Principal (as per the grade). The session assesses fit for the chosen curriculum. Interaction formats are grade-dependent.

5. Payment of Fees. After admission is cleared and notified, proceed with Fee Payment and secure the seat. Details of the fee structure are available through the online portal and the admissions team will provide timelines.

6. Welcome Letter. An Admission Number is generated and a Welcome Letter confirming the seat is handed over to the Parent/Guardian. The Welcome Letter marks the completion of the admissions process and includes enrollment details. Parents should retain it for records and follow any remaining instructions.

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