Ascend International School

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The school at a glance

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)

Taught languages English, Hindi, Spanish

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form, Senior Secondary School

Introduction

Ascend International School, located in Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai, offers the International Baccalaureate framework across three programs: PYP, MYP, and DP for learners aged 3 to 18. The school follows IB Primary Years Programme for Pre-Primary through Grade 5, with a student‑centred, inquiry‑based approach, small class sizes, and a co‑teaching model to support differentiated instruction. The MYP provides eight subject groups—English language and literature, Hindi and Spanish language acquisition, Mathematics, Sciences, Arts, Physical Education, and Design—and aims to develop affective, cognitive, creative and physical growth. The Diploma Programme is a two‑year pre‑university path for ages 16–19, emphasizing CAS, the Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge. The Bandra Kurla Complex campus spans 2.5 acres with a rooftop half Olympic‑size pool for water safety, a Multi‑Purpose Hall, library, cafeteria and PYP Science and Performing Arts spaces. After‑school clubs cover languages, sports, and creative activities, including drama, Lego Robotics and Indian music programmes.

www.ascendinternational.org

5, 'F' Block, Opp. Govt. Colony, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai - 400051, India

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The Essentials

Location

Ascend International School is located in Mumbai, India, in the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC). The campus address is 5, F Block, Opp. Govt. Colony, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai 400051. The campus is described as being across the waterway from the Bombay University midtown campus.

Stages

PYP, MYP, and DP

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Fees

Application fees
- Application / registration fee: Not published. No fixed application or registration fee amount is publicly available for the 2026/27 academic year.

Tuition fees by year group (per term and per year)
- Tuition schedule by year group and per-term / per-year amounts: Not published. There is no publicly available fee schedule showing tuition broken down by year group, term, or annual totals for 2026/27 (or 2025/26).

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing schedule (term dates for invoicing), payment deadlines, and standard payment terms: Not published. No public statement of invoicing frequency, payment deadlines, or penalties for late payment is available.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding provision and boarding fees: Not applicable / Not published. There is no publicly listed boarding fee schedule or published residential/boarding programme fee information.

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- Uniforms: No published prices.
- Transport (bus / shuttle): No published prices.
- Examination / registration charges (external exams, IB examination fees): No published amounts.
- Extra‑curricular activity, trips, learning materials, technology or materials fees: No published amounts.
- One‑time entry charges (deposit, development fee, refundable/non‑refundable deposit): No published amounts.
All of the above additional costs are not publicly listed in a fee schedule for 2026/27.

Refund information
- Refund policy for tuition, deposits, or other fees: Not published. No publicly available refund or withdrawal fee policy is stated for the 2026/27 academic year.

Fee payment options
- Accepted payment methods (bank transfer, credit card, online payment gateway, cheque, cash): Not published. No public listing of accepted payment channels or instructions for payment is available.

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- All items above report whether a fee or policy amount is publicly published. Where a specific monetary figure or formal policy is not listed publicly, the entry above states that the amount or policy is not published.

Academics

Curriculum

Ascend International School offers the International Baccalaureate framework across its programs: Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Pre-Primary through 5th standard, Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). PYP is student-centered and teacher-facilitated, with small class sizes and low student–teacher ratios, and uses inquiry-based learning. A co-teaching classroom model and a specialist programme support differentiated, individualized instruction. The PYP uses inquiry-based learning to build understanding across subjects. The MYP provides a broad base of disciplines and emphasizes a balanced development across affective, cognitive, creative and physical dimensions, with eight subject groups including English, Hindi, Spanish, Mathematics, Sciences, Arts, Physical Education, and Design. The Diploma Programme is a two-year pre-university program for ages 16–19 that emphasizes CAS, Extended Essay, and Theory of Knowledge to foster intercultural understanding and global readiness.

Student Teacher Ratio

The Primary Years Programme features small class sizes and low student–teacher ratios. A co-teaching classroom model and a specialist programme support differentiated, individualized instruction.

Higher Education Progression

The Diploma Programme emphasizes critical thinking, intercultural understanding, and research skills. Graduates have earned places at universities around the world.

Gifted and Talented

Differentiated instruction supports advanced learners. The Specialist programme reduces the teacher-student ratio and enables individualized instruction through small-group sessions.

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Admissions

Admission PP: The admissions process is designed to get to know each child and family on a personal level. For Pre-Primary learners (Half Day, KG1, KG2), the school aims to understand each child's personality, learning style, and developmental needs while helping families learn about the school philosophy and community. The process for Academic Year 2026–2027 unfolds in five steps. Step 1 – September 2025 – School Tours: Parents attend a tour to experience the community, observe classrooms, explore specialist spaces, and meet faculty and leadership. If located outside India, a virtual introduction via Zoom can be arranged. Tour dates are released on the 26th of each month at 10:00 AM IST for the following month, and registration is via the Inquiry Form; tours are by reservation, space is limited, and on a first-come, first-served basis. Tours run about 90 minutes and include a Q&A; late arrivals require rescheduling. Step 2 – September to November – Application & Document Submission: After attending a tour, families receive the online Admissions Application and all necessary supporting documents. Once the application and documents are received, families are invited for a Parent/Guardian Interview. Step 3 – September to November – Parent Interview: A one-on-one interview with the faculty or leadership team, lasting about 40–60 minutes. The interview is an opportunity to share more about the child, their interests, and learning journey, and to ask questions about Ascend's philosophy, curriculum, or community. Step 4 – December – Student Visit Day: For Pre-Primary applicants, a Student Visit Day is held (date: December 6, 2025). Eligibility requires submission of all documents and completion of the parent interview. The visit is a group session of about 90 minutes with playful learning experiences, movement/dance, and a storybook read-aloud. Attendance is essential, and both parents are not required to attend. This is the only Student Visit Day for the year. Step 5 – December – Admission Decisions: Following the Student Visit Day, admission decisions for the Pre-Primary Program (Half Day, KG1, KG2) for Academic Year 2026–2027 are released by mid-December 2025. Age criteria are observed to ensure readiness for Ascend's program: Half Day Program requires a minimum age of 3.6 years by August 1, 2026; KG1 requires 4.6 years; KG2 requires 5.6 years.

Scholarships

Ascend International School offers the Ascend DP Scholarship for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). The scholarship provides high-achieving, eligible students with access to a rigorous, inquiry-driven curriculum and can include up to a full tuition waiver for the two-year IBDP. Benefits include mentorship from experienced faculty, leadership and service opportunities, and individualized academic and pastoral support within a vibrant, inclusive community aligned with the IB learner profile. Eligibility targets applicants currently in Grade 10 (or equivalent) who demonstrate strong academics, curiosity, leadership potential, community commitment, and a desire to pursue the full IB Diploma Programme at Ascend. Application process includes submitting an online application with academic records from Grades 8 and 9, a personal statement, and two recommendations; an entrance assessment; and an interview with the Scholarship Panel. Final offers are based on a holistic evaluation by the Scholarship Committee. Important dates include Applications Open in August 2025, Deadline in October 2025, Assessment & Interviews in November 2025, Scholarship Offers announced in December 2025, and IBDP Programme commencing in July 2026-27.

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FAQs

Where is Ascend International School located?

Ascend International School is in Mumbai, in the Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) at 5, F Block, Opp. Govt. Colony, Mumbai 400051. The campus sits across the waterway from the Bombay University midtown campus and sits on about 2.5 acres of open space.

What age range does Ascend serve?

Ascend serves students aged 3 to 18. The school offers the International Baccalaureate framework across the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP).

What IB curriculum does Ascend follow?

Ascend uses the International Baccalaureate framework across PYP, MYP and DP. PYP emphasizes inquiry-based, student-centered learning with small class sizes and a co-teaching model, while MYP covers eight subject groups and aims for balanced development, and DP focuses on CAS, Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge.

Are tuition fees and application fees published for 2026/27?

No. The application/registration fee is not published, and there is no publicly available tuition schedule by year group or term for 2026/27.

What is the admissions process for the 2026–2027 academic year?

The process includes school tours, an online admissions application with documents, a Parent/Guardian Interview, a Student Visit Day for Pre-Primary, and admission decisions released by mid-December 2025. Age criteria determine eligibility for the Half Day, KG1, and KG2 entry points.

Is there a Diploma Programme (DP) scholarship and how does it work?

Yes. Ascend offers the Ascend DP Scholarship, which can provide up to a full tuition waiver for the two-year DP. Eligibility targets current Grade 10 students with strong academics, leadership potential and community commitment, and the process includes an online application, academic records, a personal statement, recommendations, an entrance assessment, and an interview.

What IB programs are offered and what ages do they serve?

The school offers PYP for Pre-Primary through Grade 5, MYP, and DP for ages 16–19. The DP emphasizes CAS, Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge to foster intercultural understanding and global readiness.

How does Ascend support differentiated instruction and advanced learners?

PYP uses small class sizes and a co-teaching model with a specialist programme to support individualized instruction. Inclusion is supported by Universal Design for Learning and multi-tiered systems of support, with differentiated instruction and small-group sessions for advanced learners.

What outcomes do DP graduates achieve in higher education?

DP graduates develop critical thinking and research skills and have earned places at universities around the world. The DP program at Ascend emphasizes inquiry, global mindedness and academic rigor to prepare students for higher education.

What facilities does the Ascend campus include?

The campus sits on about 2.5 acres of open space and features a rooftop half Olympic-size pool, a Multi-Purpose Hall, a cafeteria, a library, and specialist spaces for PYP Science and Performing Arts.

Are there facilities to support the performing arts?

Yes. There are dedicated Performing Arts spaces and a drama program to support creative coursework and performances.

What athletic and recreational facilities are available?

The rooftop pool supports water safety and team activities, and the 2.5 acres of outdoor space along with the Multi-Purpose Hall support a range of sports and recreational activities.

What after-school clubs does Ascend offer?

After-school clubs include languages, football, chess and swimming, as well as Creative Dance, Puppeteering, Woodworking, Indian Music, Lego Robotics and Drama.

What leadership and service opportunities exist?

The school runs advisory programs, Student-Led Conferences (SLC) and a Presentation of Learning (POL) to showcase learning. There are service-learning projects tied to field trips and learning outcomes, fostering leadership and real-world skills.

Is there a Spanish immersion language environment?

Yes, Ascend provides a Spanish immersion environment where students explore the language through sing-alongs, role plays and interactive learning experiences.

How does Ascend support wellbeing and social-emotional learning (SEL)?

Wellbeing is integrated through Advisory periods, balanced physical activity and a focus on health and safety. The advisory program supports interpersonal relationships, cyber safety and health education to promote social-emotional development.

What SEN support is available?

Inclusion is a core focus, with Universal Design for Learning, differentiated instruction and multi-tiered support to tailor instruction for individual learners.

How is safeguarding handled at Ascend?

Safeguarding and child protection policies align with the International Task Force on Child Protection, with a culture of care to ensure every child feels known, valued and supported.

Is Ascend a boarding school or a day school?

Ascend is a day school with no boarding facilities.

Is there a cafeteria on campus?

Yes, there is a cafeteria on campus for student meals and refreshments.

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