Compare International Schools in Vijayawada, India

Instructs in English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Fees ₹98,000 - 118,500

Type Co-educational

Ambitus World School Vijayawada sits on a 172,800 sq ft campus in Gunadala, offering the Cambridge International Curriculum alongside CBSE from Grade 6. The school serves ages 3 to 18, with Cambridge Early Years, Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, and Cambridge A/AS Levels, plus CBSE availability from upper primary onwards. Its environment-friendly, air-conditioned campus features dedicated toy library for the ELC, primary and senior libraries, and science, ICT and language labs. Dedicated studios support dramatics, dance, yoga and arts and crafts, complementing a vast swimming pool, skating rink, synthetic tennis and basketball courts, and a 200‑meter track on expansive outdoor grounds. An indoor sports complex, full infirmary and GPS-enabled transport with real-time parent notifications round out student life. Distinctive programs include Ambitus Sports Academy partnerships, TED-Ed and TEDx events, MUN, Mindbox and Student Exchange. The campus supports open-air, nature-friendly learning and a dual Cambridge–CBSE pathway across global opportunities.

Location

Survey No. 76/1B, IRR (Inner Ring Road), Gunadala, Vijayawada – 520004. The Vijayawada campus sits along the Inner Ring Road in Gunadala, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is part of the Ambitus World School network with campuses in Hyderabad and Bengaluru. A location map is provided.

Stages

Cambridge International Curriculum from Cambridge Early Years (CEY) to Cambridge Upper Secondary (IGCSE, Grade X); CBSE is available from Grade 6 onwards.

Country affiliation

India

Bus service

The school provides a bus service with GPS-tracked buses and real-time location notifications for parents via a GPS-enabled app; trained attendants accompany the buses.

Application / Admission fee

- A non-refundable admission (application/prospectus) fee of INR 5,000 is charged at the time of joining.

Tuition fees (by year group and per term)

- The school bills tuition in three terms across the academic year (Term I, Term II, Term III). Term-wise billing is the standard schedule used by the campus.

- Current public listings do not provide a single, up-to-date 2026/27 published fee table with per-grade numbers for the Vijayawada campus. The most specific per-grade, per-term figures located for the Vijayawada campus are from an earlier (academic year 2020–21) published schedule; those older figures are presented below for reference only (shown as INR):
- Cambridge (CAIE) — New admission / existing students (2020–21):
- EYP / Early years: Annual INR 98,000 — Term I INR 49,000, Term II INR 24,500, Term III INR 24,500.
- Grade I–V: Annual INR 106,000 — Term I INR 53,000, Term II INR 26,500, Term III INR 26,500.
- Grade VI (CAIE): Annual INR 118,500 — Term I INR 59,250, Term II INR 29,625, Term III INR 29,625.
- CBSE — New admission / existing students (2020–21):
- Grade VI–VIII: Annual INR 113,500 — Term I INR 56,750, Term II INR 28,375, Term III INR 28,375.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is collected in three terms per academic year. Fees for each academic year are payable term-wise as per the school's term schedule.
- The school typically sends reminders before applying any late fee; late-payment penalties may be applied after contact with the parent.
- The school states it does not offer instalment/payment-plan facilities beyond the established term-wise schedule.

Boarding / Residential fees

- The Vijayawada campus operates as a day school; boarding / residential programs are not listed for this campus. There are no boarding fees published for the Vijayawada campus.

Other costs and recurring charges

- Transport: A school bus service is available; transport charges are variable and depend on route and distance. Transport fees are billed separately according to the selected route.
- Books and learning materials: Textbooks are purchased externally; the school directs parents to purchase books from an external vendor (k12cart). Expect the cost of textbooks to be charged separately at the start of the academic year.
- Uniforms: Uniforms are required daily and are purchased via an external vendor (k12cart). Expect a one-time uniform set cost at or near the start of the school year.
- Extra‑curricular activities and standard co‑curricular programmes are included within the term fees as stated; however, exceptional out‑of‑station or overseas trips require separate parental payment.

Refund information

- Tuition fees, once paid, cannot be refunded according to the school's stated refund policy. Admission fee is non-refundable.

Fee payment options

- Payments can be made online through the school's digital channels / school app and via in-person payment at the campus office. Receipts and transaction confirmations are made available through the school's student/parent portal (FIS).
- The school issues receipts for payments made online and maintains records in the student portal.

Brief note on availability of up-to-date per-grade numbers

- Policy-level items and service charges (admission fee INR 5,000; three-term billing; transport-by-route; books/uniform via an external vendor; non-refundable tuition) are published in the campus FAQ and parent-facing information. However, a current official 2026/27 (or 2025/26) detailed per‑grade, per‑term fee schedule for the Vijayawada campus was not publicly available in current listings at the time of review. The most granular per‑grade term breakdown located for the Vijayawada campus dates from the 2020–21 published schedule and is included above for reference only. Use the term-wise and policy details above when recording the school's fee structure; consult the school's admissions office for the campus's current per-grade tuition figures and any campus-specific additional charges.

Uniform Requirement

Uniform is worn every day by all grades; on specific events or celebrations or the child's birthday, a colour dress or attire as specified by the school may be worn.

Food Options

The school has a cafeteria. Monthly cafeteria menus are published. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated if the school admin is informed; outside food is allowed.

House System

There are house activities and competitions conducted by house.

Admissions

1) Cambridge International Curriculum is used for CEY to X, with the option to follow the CBSE curriculum from Grade 6 onward. The school emphasizes values such as ethics, diligence, empathy, gratitude, respect, and tolerance to guide students toward a joyful and fulfilling educational journey. The aim is to develop independent, global citizens through a dynamic learning environment. 2) Admissions follow a flow chart that can be completed in three visits, depending on parent convenience and availability. The first visit lasts 60 to 90 minutes and covers the initial five steps; the second visit takes about 30 minutes and covers steps 6 and 7; the third visit lasts 60 to 90 minutes and covers steps 8 to 10. If all documents and the student are available, the entire process may be completed in a single visit. 3) Mandatory documents for enrollment include photocopies of the birth certificate; photocopies of Aadhaar cards for the student and parent; previous academic records; passport‑size photos of the student and parent; passport copy and visa documents for NRIs/Expats; caste and subcaste details; and the transfer certificate (TC) or record sheet. After submission, a Student Admission Number is generated and the details are uploaded to the government's educational portal to generate a PEN (Permanent Education Number). An Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry ID (APAAR ID) is issued to securely store academic records in DigiLocker. The MOE will generate APAAR IDs by linking the student's UDISE number with their Aadhaar after verification, and the school is progressing with this mandate. The school provides APAAR-related resources and consent forms for parental use. 4) Admission is confirmed upon payment of the fee as outlined in the fee particulars provided by the school, along with submitting the completed application and required documents. The school operates under Ministry of Education guidelines and follows the Cambridge International Curriculum. The process aligns with MOE guidelines and Cambridge standards. Parents receive an admission offer once these steps are completed.

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Bloomingdale International School

Ages 3 - null years

Fees ₹30,500 - 42,000

Bloomingdale International School operates across two Vijayawada campuses, Village Campus and Galileo Campus, offering the iCBSE Programme alongside the International Baccalaureate in the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme. The school is the first and only IB Continuum School authorised for PYP, MYP and DP in Andhra Pradesh. The iCBSE blend unites CBSE academic strengths with inquiry-based learning and global best practices, while the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12 supports holistic student development. Facilities include a state-of-the-art playscape and modern classrooms that integrate new technologies through grants and innovative solutions. A 75% foreign-language uptake in Primary reflects intercultural engagement, and the school runs 12 competitive sports with intramural opportunities and swimming. A career program links students with real-world professions from robotics and architecture to engineering. Mandatory community service, over 50 events annually, and a focus on creativity underpin daily life here for students worldwide.

Location

Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India. Galileo Campus is on Bloomingdale International School Road, Penamaluru; Village Campus is at Municipal Employees Colony, Acharya Ranga Nagar, Benz Circle; Early Years Village Campus is on Municipal Employees Colony Main Road, Vijayawada.

Stages

Nursery–Grade 12 (Playgroup to High School). The IB Continuum comprises PYP (Nursery–Grade 5), MYP (Grade 6–10), and DP (Grade 11–12); BIS also offers an integrated iCBSE pathway for Grades 6–8.

Type

International school

Country affiliation

India

Application fees
- No separate application or non‑refundable registration fee is itemised in the published fee schedule for admissions; the published fee schedule lists a single annual/total tuition amount by class.

Tuition fees by year / class (annual totals and installment breakdown)
- Nursery / Pre‑primary: INR 30,500 per year. Installment breakdown shown as: 1st instalment INR 13,000; 2nd instalment INR 10,000; 3rd instalment INR 7,500.
- LKG: INR 30,500 per year. Installments: 1st INR 13,000; 2nd INR 10,000; 3rd INR 7,500.
- UKG: INR 33,000 per year. Installments: 1st INR 15,500; 2nd INR 10,000; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class I: INR 34,000 per year. Installments: 1st INR 15,500; 2nd INR 11,000; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class II: INR 34,500 per year. Installments: 1st INR 16,000; 2nd INR 11,000; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class III: INR 35,000 per year. Installments: 1st INR 16,500; 2nd INR 11,000; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class IV: INR 38,500 per year. Installments: 1st INR 19,000; 2nd INR 12,000; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class V: INR 39,000 per year. Installments: 1st INR 19,000; 2nd INR 12,500; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class VI: INR 39,000 per year. Installments: 1st INR 19,000; 2nd INR 12,500; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class VII: INR 40,000 per year. Installments: 1st INR 20,000; 2nd INR 12,500; 3rd INR 7,500.
- Class VIII: INR 42,000 per year. Installments: 1st INR 21,000; 2nd INR 13,500; 3rd INR 7,500.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is billed as an annual total for each class and presented in three instalments. The instalment due dates shown in the published schedule are: 1st instalment by 15th June, 2nd instalment by 15th September, and 3rd instalment by 15th December. Parents are expected to pay each instalment by the stated due date.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The school operates as a day / day‑cum‑boarding campus (boarding facilities are available). No separate boarding/hostel fee schedule is itemised in the published tuition schedule; boarding charges are not shown in the published fee document. Where boarding is required, boarding fees and hostel terms are handled as a separate charge and should be confirmed directly with the school's admissions/accounts office.

Other costs and recurring charges
- Uniforms, textbooks, stationery, examination fees, transport, meal plans, and any ancillary activity charges are treated as additional costs and are not itemised as line items in the published tuition schedule. These items are billed separately at the time of admission or as periodic charges. A refundable security deposit or other one‑time charge is not shown in the published tuition table.

Refund information
- The published fee schedule does not include a detailed public refund/cancellation table. The fee schedule presents annual totals and instalment due dates but does not itemise a term‑by‑term refund policy within the published fee document. Any refunds, forfeiture rules, or security deposit return procedures are governed by the school's admission/finance policy and are handled by the school's accounts office.

Fee payment options
- The published fee schedule does not itemise accepted payment instruments (card, bank transfer, cheque, online portal) within the fee table. Payment instructions and bank/account details are provided with fee invoices and at the admissions/accounts office; parents use the school's fee invoice or admission letter to complete payment by the methods accepted at the time of invoicing.

Notes for parents
- All amounts above are presented in Indian Rupees (INR) as shown in the published fee schedule.

Brief summary of search outcome (findings relevant to fee details)
- An official fee schedule listing annual tuition totals by class and a three‑installment billing timetable is published by the school and lists the class‑wise amounts shown above. Instalment due dates are shown as 15 June, 15 September and 15 December. Boarding is offered by the campus, but boarding charges are not published within the tuition table. No public, detailed refund table or itemised boarding fees appear in the published fee document or on the public policies pages reviewed.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school knows, loves and supports every student. Bloomingdale digs deep to truly know, love and support every member of the BIS family. The school teaches well-being and life skills as part of the curriculum. Visual Arts, Performing Arts and Sports contribute to students' social and emotional growth. The environment balances rigor with fun and encourages students to be curious, creative and engaged. The school fosters service and community involvement to develop empathy and social responsibility.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

75% of Primary years students take a foreign language.

Mental Wellbeing

Well-being and life-skills are taught as part of the curriculum, contributing to cognitive development and overall growth.

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Shamrock International School

Ages 0 - null years

Fees ₹297,000 - 672,000

Type Co-educational

Shamrock International School is located in Karen, Mokoyeti East Road, off Langata Road, 500 meters from Galleria Mall. The school offers the British National Curriculum, blending Pearson Edexcel for primary years with the International Primary Curriculum. The Early Years Foundation Stage includes Pre-school, Playgroup, KG1 and Reception, for ages from 9 months to 5 years. Preparatory/Primary serves learners aged 5 to 11 (Year 1–6). Middle School started in September 2023, with Senior School beginning the same year, marking the expansion of programme. The curriculum emphasizes three characteristics of effective learning: playing and exploring, active learning, and creative and critical thinking. A team of qualified teachers supports learners across Early Years to Senior School. Co-curricular activities include swimming, soccer, skating, basketball and martial arts, together with Art & Design, Music and Ballet. IT/coding, robotics and financial literacy are integrated into the program, with learning taking place in indoor and outdoor settings.

Location

Karen, Mokoyeti East Road, off Langata Road (500 m from Galleria Mall).

Stages

Early Years / Kindergarten; Preparatory / Primary; Middle School; Senior School.

Country affiliation

United Kingdom (British National Curriculum; Pearson Edexcel option).

Religious affiliation

Faith-based.

Bus service

Bus service is available with zones A–E. Zone A serves Mokoyeti West/East and nearby areas; Zone B includes Karen and Hillcrest; Zone C includes Karen Centre and Africa International University; Zone D covers Southland through Langata; Zone E covers Kabiria, Kawangware, Riara and surrounding areas.

School fee summary (currency: KES)

Billing schedule and payment terms
- School fees are payable in full before the start of every term. Fees paid are not refundable. Parents who wish to withdraw a child must give one term's notice; failure to provide one term's notice requires payment of one term's fee in full.

General one-off and recurring charges (applies across year groups unless specified)
- Assessment / registration fee: KES 1,000 (one-off).
- PTA contribution: KES 2,500 (annual). Diary: KES 1,000 (paid on completion).
- Siblings' discount: 10% off the tuition fee for the second child.
- Co-curricular activities and external examination fees (for IPLS & IGCSE) are charged separately and are not included in the term fee totals shown below. Medical services within the school and logistics to hospital are covered by a medical fee (amount included within the fee components below where specified).

Kinder (termly breakdown and one-off charges)
- Play Group:
- Admission (one-off): KES 5,000.
- Tuition (termly): KES 71,500.
- Curriculum fee (termly): KES 7,500.
- Caution fee / other listed charge: KES 10,000.
- Accident cover (P.A.): KES 5,000.
- Total (termly): KES 99,000.
- KG1:
- Admission (one-off): KES 5,000.
- Tuition (termly): KES 82,500.
- Curriculum fee (termly): KES 7,500.
- Compulsory activities (termly – Funke Science & Swimming): KES 14,000.
- Caution fee (one-off): KES 10,000.
- Accident cover (P.A.): KES 5,000.
- Total (termly): KES 124,000.
- KG2:
- Admission (one-off): KES 5,000.
- Tuition (termly): KES 88,000.
- Curriculum fee (termly): KES 7,500.
- Compulsory activities (termly): KES 14,000.
- Caution fee (one-off): KES 10,000.
- Accident cover (P.A.): KES 5,000.
- Total (termly): KES 129,500.

Preparatory / Primary (termly breakdown and one-off charges)
- Year 1:
- Admission (one-off): KES 10,000.
- Tuition (termly): KES 92,950.
- Curriculum fee (termly): KES 7,500.
- Compulsory activities (termly): KES 14,000.
- Caution fee (one-off): KES 10,000.
- Accident cover (P.A.): KES 5,000.
- Total (termly): KES 139,450.
- Years 2 & 3:
- Admission (one-off): KES 10,000.
- Tuition (termly): KES 98,450.
- Curriculum fee (termly): KES 7,500.
- Compulsory activities (termly): KES 14,000.
- Caution fee (one-off): KES 10,000.
- Accident cover (P.A.): KES 5,000.
- Total (termly): KES 144,950.
- Years 4 & 5:
- Admission (one-off): KES 10,000.
- Tuition (termly): KES 102,850.
- Curriculum fee (termly): KES 7,500.
- Compulsory activities (termly): KES 14,000.
- Caution fee (one-off): KES 10,000.
- Accident cover (P.A.): KES 5,000.
- Total (termly): KES 149,350.
- Year 6:
- Admission (one-off): KES 10,000.
- Tuition (termly): KES 108,350.
- Curriculum fee (termly): KES 7,500.
- Compulsory activities (termly): KES 14,000.
- Caution fee (one-off): KES 10,000.
- Accident cover (P.A.): KES 5,000.
- Total (termly): KES 154,850.

Key Stage 3 (termly breakdown and one-off charges)
- Years 7–9:
- Admission (one-off): KES 10,000.
- Tuition (termly): KES 165,000.
- Curriculum fee (termly): KES 10,000.
- Compulsory activities (termly): KES 14,000.
- Caution fee (one-off): KES 20,000.
- Accident cover (P.A.): KES 5,000.
- Total (termly): KES 224,000.

Boarding fees
- No boarding fees are listed; fees and charges provided are for day students.

Transport charges (zone-based; amounts shown in KES)
- Zone A (Mokoyeti East/West, Kidero Road, Mamba Village, Kuwinda Rd, Bomas, Kufuga Rd, Comboni, Tangaza University): Two-way KES 24,000; One-way KES 20,000.
- Zone B (Banda School, Kenya School of Law, Bogani East/West, Mukoma Rd, Park Place, Ndege Rd, Karen Hospital, Hillcrest, Karen Planers, Fair Acres, Coop University, Botanical Gardens, Kumbe Rd): Two-way KES 27,600; One-way KES 23,600.
- Zone C (Karen Center, Water Front, Africa International University, St. Hannas Primary, Miotoni Rd, Nandi Rd, Kabwagi, Defence College, Marula Lane): Two-way KES 31,200; One-way KES 27,200.
- Zone D (Southland, Otiende, Uhuru Gardens, Onyonka, Jambo, Akiba, Ngei 1 & 2, Royal Park, St. Mary's Hosp, Sun Valley Estate 1 & 2, Moi Estate, Dog Section, Langata Shopping Center, KRA, Civil Servant, Akiba Estate, NHC, Kibra): Two-way KES 34,800; One-way KES 30,800.
- Zone E (Phenom Park, Game Park, Serene Gardens, Dam Estate, Jonathan Ngeno, NHC Madaraka, T-mall, Nairobi West, Riara University, Ngumo Mbagathi, Madaraka): Two-way KES 43,500; One-way KES 39,500.
- Zone F (Kerarapon, Bulbul, KCB Leadership Center, KEPHIS, Karen End, Gataka, Maasai Lodge, Rongai Town South C, South B, Upper Hill): Two-way KES 44,500; One-way KES 40,500.
- Zone G (Ngon Town, Kabiria, Kikuyu Close, Deliverance Church along Naivasha Road, Kingara Rd, Riara Racecourse, Jamhuri Estate, Yaya Center, Amboseli, Kilimani, Kileleshwa, Hurlingham): Two-way KES 51,000; One-way KES 47,000.
- Zone H (Riverside, Rapta Rd, Parklands): Two-way KES 60,000; One-way KES 56,000.

Payment methods and bank details
- Accepted payment methods: M-PESA Paybill and bank payment to KCB account. Specific details provided for M-PESA Paybill and the KCB account should be used when making fee payments. M-PESA Paybill: 522123 (Account format shown in school records). KCB bank: Account No. 1305425545 (KIMATHI STREET branch).

Refunds and withdrawal charges
- Term fees are not refundable once paid. A parent who withdraws a child without giving one term's notice must pay one term's fee in full.

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Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school implements a holistic development approach through a broad co-curricular program that complements classroom learning. It offers activities such as swimming, soccer, skating, basketball, martial arts, art & design, music, ballet, IT/coding and robotics, and financial literacy to help students develop their talents. The school fosters a safe, caring environment in which students are supported to grow in confidence and independence. Co-curricular activities are designed to develop individual strengths and encourage healthy risk-taking within a supportive setting.

Mental Wellbeing

The Principals' Message emphasizes that Shamrock International School loves and cares deeply for each student and that children are in safe hands. The school's emphasis on a safe, caring culture and on holistic development through co-curricular activities contributes to students' mental wellbeing.

Safeguarding

The principal states that students are in safe hands and that the school provides a safe environment for learning; teachers are experienced and dedicated to safeguarding students' wellbeing.

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