Canadian International School India vs Candor International School

	C Canadian International School India Bengaluru, India	C Candor International School Bengaluru, India
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₹775,500 - 1,525,000	Fees / year ₹387,700 - 876,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils 700	Pupils 1,000
Typical class size	Typical class size 30	Typical class size 24
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1996	Opened 2010
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location 4 & 20 Manchenahalli, Yelahanka, Bangalore 560064, India. Located in Yelahanka, a northern Bengaluru suburb. Accessible via local roads with visitor directions available on the CIS site.	Location Begur-Koppa Road (Off Bannerghatta Road), Electronic City, Bangalore, Karnataka 560105, India. The campus sits on a 25-acre green site with an organic vegetable farm and a dairy farm, in Bengaluru near Electronic City and Bannerghatta Road.
Stages	Stages Elementary School, Middle School, and High School. Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme are offered.	Stages Primary School; Middle School; High School. The school offers Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma Programmes across these levels.
School type	School type The school is an international day school with a boarding program. Boarding houses students in Grades 6–12 in a modern, welcoming accommodation.	School type Co-educational international school with on-campus residential facility (boarding) for Grade 5 to Grade 12.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning Support is provided across PreK–Grade 12 with in‑class support and differentiated instruction. English as an Additional Language is provided with one EAL teacher per grade from Grades 1–8 for in‑class support, plus small‑group English classes; the Learning Support team supports students with mild to moderate learning needs and collaborates on IEPs.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation India
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure The School Day is well‑structured and dynamic, with grade‑level class blocks and a balanced mix of academic and non‑academic activities.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Admission Fees - Application / non‑refundable admission fee: ₹18,000 (one‑time). - Security deposit (listed as refundable by some sources): commonly published as ₹60,000 (one‑time refundable security). Tuition fees by year group (day students) — per academic year - Early years (Nursery, LKG, UKG): reported totals around ₹774,700–₹776,300 per year. - Primary (Grades 1–5): reported ranges approximately ₹8,30,000 up to ₹1,130,700 per year (figures vary by class). - Middle school (Grades 6–8): reported ranges approximately ₹9,10,000 up to ₹1,206,700 per year. - Secondary (Grades 9–10): reported ranges approximately ₹9,35,000 up to ₹1,243,900 per year. - Senior secondary / Diploma years (Grades 11–12, IB/IGCSE pathways): reported figures vary; some published annual day‑school figures are around ₹6,35,999–₹6,80,000 for IB/IGCSE day study, while other class‑specific listings for Grades 11–12 appear in the ₹10,30,000 per year range. Expect published figures to vary by curriculum (IB vs IGCSE) and by source. Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing frequency reported by third‑party listings varies: some class fee breakdowns are shown as monthly installments (÷12) while other listings present an annual total; a lump‑sum (annual) payment discount of 5% is reported. - Late payment / finance charges are reported in published notes (example: a finance/late fee listed at ₹500 per day in one public fee summary). Tuition may be prorated for mid‑term admissions in some published notes; other published notes state tuition is not prorated on early withdrawal. Boarding / residential fees (where applicable) - Boarding is offered for Grades 6–12. Reported one‑time and annual boarding costs include an admission/registration charge of ₹18,000 and a one‑time boarding payment (joining/security/one‑time payment) noted at about ₹180,000, with annual boarding tuition figures reported in the range of approximately ₹1,250,000 to ₹1,500,000 per year depending on curriculum (IGCSE vs IB) and the listing. - Market lists for boarding schools in the region place CIS boarding annual totals in a wider range (examples published around ₹1,350,000–₹1,700,000 per year). Other compulsory / optional costs - Transport (school bus / AC bus): reported amounts vary by source and by billing period. Examples published include approximately ₹35,000 per year on some class breakdowns, AC bus charges published as ~₹40,000 per term (with a higher per‑term charge for distances over 30 km), and other listings that show transport totals up to ~₹90,000 per year for some programmes. Transport is optional and charged separately from tuition in the published summaries. - Security deposit: many class fee breakdowns include a refundable security amount (commonly shown as ₹60,000). - Device / technology purchase option: published notes indicate Grade 6–12 students may opt to purchase iPads through the school at a discount (example: offered at 10% below MRP in a published note). - Sibling discounts and concessions: published summaries report sibling discounts for additional children (examples: a small percentage discount for third and subsequent siblings) and that only one discount may be applied per fee item. - Uniform, books and specific subject or exam entry fees are commonly additional and may be charged separately; the public summaries accessed do not list detailed single‑line rates for uniform or every ancillary cost. Refund and refundable items - Refundable items: published class fee breakdowns commonly list a refundable security deposit (example: ₹60,000). - Refund policy for tuition: some published public fee summaries explicitly state that tuition fees are non‑refundable (example: a published note that "there will be NO refunds on fees"). Other published summaries still show refundable security deposits while treating tuition as non‑refundable. Expect refundable security deposits but limited or no refund on tuition in the publicly posted fee notes. Fee payment options - Published public summaries and school admission flows indicate standard school invoicing and installment models are used; specific, universally published payment methods for this campus (credit card, bank transfer, cheque, online gateway) do not appear as a single definitive list in the public fee summaries accessed. Parents are shown to be able to pay via standard institutional billing processes and installment plans in the published materials; exact accepted payment instruments are provided directly on the school's enrollment/invoice documentation. Notes on variations and what was found - Multiple recent public summaries and school listings publish fee amounts for the 2025–2026 and 2026–2027 sessions; the numbers vary by source and by whether the listing presents annual totals, first‑year totals for a new admission (which can include one‑time security and admission charges), or class‑specific tuition figures presented as monthly equivalents. Published sources used for this overview include school listings and regional boarding‑school fee compilations that show a range of figures for day and boarding options. If you need this presented in a different layout (for example separate line items per grade with the exact source reference after each figure), that can be prepared from the published summaries noted above.	Fee details One‑time application / admission fee (non‑refundable) - One‑time admission payment required at offer acceptance, amount varies by programme and year group: INR 125,000 for Early Years and Primary Years categories; INR 150,000 for Lower Middle School (Grades 6–8) and IGCSE (Grades 9–10); INR 175,000 for AS/A‑Level or IBDP (Grades 11–12). Tuition fees — Day scholar (breakdown by programme / year group and instalments) - Early Years Programme (PreK / EY1 / EY2) - 1st instalment (due by 1 June): INR 139,300. - 2nd instalment (due by 1 Oct): INR 124,200. - 3rd instalment (due by 1 Feb): INR 124,200. - Total annual tuition (day scholar): INR 387,700. - Primary Years Programme (Grades 1–5) - 1st instalment (due by 1 June): INR 178,500. - 2nd instalment (due by 1 Oct): INR 163,600. - 3rd instalment (due by 1 Feb): INR 163,600. - Total annual tuition (day scholar): INR 505,700. - Lower Middle School / CLS (Grades 6–8) - 1st instalment (due by 1 June): INR 222,500. - 2nd instalment (due by 1 Oct): INR 206,500. - 3rd instalment (due by 1 Feb): INR 206,500. - Total annual tuition (day scholar): INR 635,500. - IGCSE (Grades 9–10) - 1st instalment (due by 1 June): INR 273,400. - 2nd instalment (due by 1 Oct): INR 258,300. - 3rd instalment (due by 1 Feb): INR 258,300. - Total annual tuition (day scholar): INR 790,000. - AS & A Level / IBDP (Grades 11–12) - 1st instalment (due by 1 June): INR 302,000. - 2nd instalment (due by 1 Oct): INR 287,000. - 3rd instalment (due by 1 Feb): INR 287,000. - Total annual tuition (day scholar): INR 876,000. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard instalment dates: 1st instalment due by 1 June; 2nd instalment due by 1 October; 3rd instalment due by 1 February. Payment of the applicable instalment(s) and one‑time admission payment is required to secure or confirm a place. Withdrawals for the following academic year must be intimated on or before 1 March of the current year. - Sibling rebate: a sibling rebate of INR 75,000 is available (rules for continuing/new student combinations and multiple siblings are specified by the school). - Additional support fees: where a student requires English as a Second Language (ESL) guidance or Additional Learning Support (ALS), an extra charge per instalment applies: INR 20,000 per instalment for PYP, INR 25,000 per instalment for Middle School (MSP), and INR 35,000 per instalment for High School students. Boarding (residential) provision and fees - Boarding is offered on campus for students from Grade 5 to Grade 12 (weekly and full boarding options are available). - Public school listings and school directories list an annual full‑boarding fee in the range reported by school‑listing services; for example a commonly listed full‑boarding figure is INR 275,000 per year (full boarding). Parents should treat boarding as a separate charge in addition to tuition where applicable. What is included and excluded from the published tuition - Inclusions (examples listed with the tuition): meals (breakfast, mid‑morning snack, lunch and evening snack), school formal and sports uniforms (house T‑shirts, socks, shoes), notebooks and stationery, RFID card and co‑curricular activities during school hours, library and computer lab access, and local field trips within Bangalore. - Exclusions (examples listed separately): textbooks; external or board examination fees (IB, IGCSE, AS/A‑Level exam charges and other external tests such as ACT/PSAT where applicable); field trips that include outstation travel or extended travel costs; transportation (bus) charges. Additional optional activities and events may incur separate charges. Other costs or mandatory charges - Uniforms and basic stationery are listed among inclusions for the tuition bands above. Textbooks, exam registration fees and outstation trips are charged additionally and are not covered by the tuition totals. Separate transport fees apply if school transport is used. ESL/ALS charges are additional as noted. Refund and cancellation rules - Admission fees and other fees once paid are non‑refundable. The school does not offer fee refunds (partial or full) for withdrawals during the academic year except in exceptional medical circumstances supported by appropriate medical documentation. Parents must follow the school withdrawal notice timeline. Certificates and exit formalities are contingent on clearance of outstanding dues. Accepted payment methods and bank details (payment options) - Accepted payment channels include the school ERP (student portal), demand draft, cheque, online bank transfer, debit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express) and credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express). Bank transfer instructions and account details are published for use when paying from within India. Copies acknowledging a bank transfer should be emailed to the Admissions and Accounts teams as instructed at payment. Miscellaneous commercial policy points - Admission is confirmed only after receipt of the required one‑time payment and the required fee instalments as stated in the admission offer. - The school's fee‑increase guideline indicates an annual increase typically within a stated slab (the school publishes an indicative range for fee increases). - Optional programs, specialised trips, and certain assessments remain chargeable over and above the tuition bands shown above. Key sources used for the figures above (school fee policy and official fee fact sheet, plus school listings where boarding totals are reported) - The published school fee fact sheet and fee policy document that lists the instalments, totals, inclusions/exclusions, sibling rebate, ESL/ALS surcharge and payment methods. - The school homepage and admissions materials that confirm on‑campus boarding is offered for Grades 5–12. - Independent school‑listing services that report boarding fee figures used by families and aggregators (boarding fee reference).
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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is CIS's High School curriculum for students aged 14–16, with examinations held in May of Grade 10. Students select their subjects at the start of Grade 9 and study at Core or Extended levels. The curriculum includes English Language & Literature, English Language, Hindi, French, Spanish, Mandarin, and ESL, plus subjects across Groups 3–8 such as Coordinated Sciences, International Maths and Additional Maths, Business Studies, Economics, Global Perspectives, Environmental Management, ICT/Computer Science, Design Technology, Art Foundation, and Physical Education. The IGCSE is described as rigorous and globally recognized, with a range of assessment methods and real-world applications. The programme provides a clear progression pathway to the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).	Curriculum details Candor offers the IB and Cambridge Curricula (CAIE). IB programmes include Early Years Programme (Pre-K to K2), Primary Years Programme (Grades 1–5), Middle School (Grades 6–8), and the IB Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12). Cambridge programmes include IGCSE (Grades 9–10) and AS & A Levels (Grades 11–12). The school operates a two-curriculum model with on-campus residential facilities for Grades 5–12.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio PYP (Grades 1–5): 24:1; Early Years (EY1–EY2): 18:1; Pre-K: 18:2.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results 100% results across IB and Cambridge boards.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression CIS provides University & Career Guidance with a Four-Year University & Career Pathway that starts before Grade 9. Counselors support Grade 9–12 students with university applications to top global universities across North America, the UK & Europe, Asia, and Australia and beyond. The program includes profile building, internships, portfolio development, mock interviews and destination-specific scholarship guidance. CIS is an official SAT testing center (Center Code: 63377) with on-campus SAT testing and PSAT for Grade 11.	Higher education progression 100% university placements; Candor students have gained admissions to top-ranked universities worldwide.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
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Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The CIS admissions process starts with an online enquiry to create an admissions account. After creating the account, you complete the admissions forms and upload documents to your student's dashboard. Schedule your school visit Monday–Friday, 9 am to 3 pm; appointments last about 1.5 hours. Once you submit the application details, the admissions office provides information to schedule a family conversation and a campus tour; long‑distance families can use a virtual school tour. Step 3 is scheduling Shadow Days for Kindergarten or an Entrance Test for Grades 1–11; long‑distance families can have Entrance Tests (Grades 3–10) at the current school, and for Kindergarten long‑distance applicants a confirmation that the Kindergarten Admission Guidelines are met is required. The Application Fee is $200 per child. CIS notifies applicants of admission status about two weeks after the Observation day or Entrance Test. If admitted, you receive an acceptance letter and the Finance Department invoices a registration fee of $2000 to hold the seat. Submit remaining documents and pay the first‑term tuition before school starts.	Admissions 1. Admission Enquiry. Parents can call the school or fill the preliminary enquiry form to start the admissions process. The contact numbers are +91-94832-99999 and +91-77602-99995. An enquiry form is provided by the admissions team to gather initial information and guide next steps. This initiates the formal admissions process. 2. Application Form. Prospective students fill out the online application form provided by the admissions team. Parents email the completed, signed and scanned application form to [email protected]. The admissions team acknowledges receipt and explains the next steps, gathering essential information about the student's prior schooling. 3. School Visit. Parents and students are taken on a campus tour to view Candor's facilities and learn about programmes. If visiting in person is not possible, a virtual campus tour is available. The admissions team uses this visit to assess fit and answer questions about programmes and support services. 4. Interactions. Interactions with the Programme Coordinator and the Principal are arranged to discuss the student's goals and potential programme pathways. The discussion covers programme fit, expectations, and relevant needs or supports. 5. Aptitude Tests. Aptitude tests in English and Mathematics are conducted to assess language and numeracy levels. Results inform placement choices and any required learning support. The admissions team uses the outcomes to plan appropriate placement and support. 6. Acknowledgement. A confirmation email is sent to confirm receipt and to guide the applicant through the next steps of the admission process. This ensures the process continues smoothly toward final decision. 7. Fee Payment. Fee payment completes the admission process and confirms enrollment. The school provides details on amounts, due dates, and accepted payment methods. 8. Pre-Admission Procedure. For new enrolments, documents must be submitted: Birth Certificate photocopy; Original Transfer Certificate; Conduct Certificate; Photocopy of scholastic and co-curricular records; Medical records; Four passport-size photographs; and any other necessary information regarding transport, dining, and boarding. 9. Additional Documents for Overseas Students. Overseas students must provide a valid passport; a student visa (regular or provisional); proof of funds for the duration of studies in India; an equivalent certificate from the AIU for students who studied abroad (grades 9–10) to enable admission to Indian universities; the school will provide the necessary documents to support a student visa after registration. 10. Post Admission Procedure. After admission is granted, parents deposit the fees and submit the required documents; they receive an Admission Confirmation email with further formalities if any; uniforms and books can be purchased from the Stores Department; the timetable is issued to the homeroom teacher; the student handbook and parent handbook are shared for policy understanding. 11. For mid-term admissions. Parents must inform the school of their ward's joining date at least one week prior; teachers assist new students with syllabi covered to date. 12. Inclusion. Candor is inclusive and admission is never denied on the grounds of disability or learning differences if resources exist; the SEN Department supports learners and a counsellor is available; scanned clinical assessments are reviewed, and meetings with parents and the student determine the school's ability to provide adequate services. The school reserves the right to cancel enrolment if false information or documentation is provided. 13. Non-Refundable Fee Policy. A non-refundable fee policy applies to all participants upon registration. The policy explains why fees are non-refundable (operational costs, commitment, and preparations), and states that exemptions are not provided; transfers are not allowed; while refunds are not typically offered, a partial refund may be considered if the school cancels the event. How to pay is through the secure online gateway, after which a confirmation email with registration details is sent. Contact for questions is provided by the support team.
Scholarships	Scholarships Merit‑Based Scholarship: available to new Grade 11 (IB) applicants for the 2025–2026 academic year; Indian citizens with a minimum of 90% in previous grades; up to three scholarships awarded each year, with one scholarship possible for a current Grade 10 CIS student. Applications require completing the school application form and uploading reports (Grade 8, Grade 9 full year, and Grade 10 Term 1); applicants must email a personal introduction and intent to apply for the CIS Merit Scholarship at scholarships@cisb.org.in by the stated deadline (January 16, 2025, 4:00 PM). Selection involves initial eligibility screening, interviews and testing, with admissions tests in English Reading and Mathematics and a written sample; the CIS Scholarship Committee's decision is final. Important notes: scholarship decisions are based on all criteria; awarding a scholarship does not guarantee enrolment; final decision rests with the CIS Scholarship Committee.	Scholarships No scholarships are available.
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