Canadian International School India vs Stonehill International School

	C Canadian International School India Bengaluru, India	S Stonehill International School Bengaluru, India
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₹775,500 - 1,525,000	Fees / year ₹1,394,756 - 2,024,271
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), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme)
Pupils	Pupils 700	Pupils 650
Typical class size	Typical class size 30	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1996	Opened 2008
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 259 / 333 / 334 / 335 Tarahunise Post, Jala Hobli, Bangalore North 562 157, India
Stages	Stages Elementary School, Middle School, and High School. Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme are offered.	Stages Ages 3-18; Primary Years Programme (Nursery to Grade 5); Middle Years Programme (Grade 6-10); Diploma Programme (Grade 11-12); Career-related Programme (Grade 11-12)
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 Day and boarding international school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Students from more than 35 countries; teachers from over 15 countries
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 Learning Support; English as an Additional Language (EAL); Counselling
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 —
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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 Application fee - A non‑refundable application fee of USD 150 (per child) is required to process admission applications. One‑time / admission charges - A one‑time admission/registration charge is commonly reported in the market at approximately INR 190,000. - A one‑time security / deposit amount is commonly reported in the market at approximately INR 400,000. Annual tuition – fees by year group (annual totals in INR) - Nursery / Kindergarten (UKG): INR 1,394,756 (annual total reported). - Grade 1–2: INR 1,394,756 (annual total reported). - Grade 3–5: INR 1,903,211 (annual total reported). - Grade 6–7: INR 1,927,423 (annual total reported). - Grade 8–12: INR 2,024,271 (annual total reported for each grade in this band). Approximate per‑term amounts (equal split approximation) - Where annual amounts are required to be shown per term, divide the annual figure into three equal terms (school year runs August–June). Example: Grade 8–12 annual INR 2,024,271 ≈ INR 674,757 per term (annual ÷ 3). The academic session is reported as August to June. Boarding fees - Full‑time boarding is commonly reported at approximately INR 1,500,000 per year (annual full‑boarding figure reported by market sources). - Weekly boarding options are offered; published market summaries place overall boarding‑inclusive annual charges in the same general range as full boarding depending on grade and plan. Other recurring or ancillary costs parents should budget for - Development / capital contribution or development fee in the range of ~INR 190,000 (reported as a typical one‑time admission/entry charge). - Meal plans / cafeteria charges, activity and trip charges, transport (bus) fees, uniforms, textbooks and learning resources, elective/extracurricular programme fees and examination fees are additional to the tuition totals and are routinely listed as separate line items in the overall cost package. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school operates on an academic session that runs August to June and publishes a parent portal for fee payment. Fees are shown in market summaries as annual totals; many families pay via the school's billing schedule (annual or instalment options reported). Exact instalment dates and late‑payment terms are set by the school's finance office and shown on the school billing statements. Refund information - The application fee is non‑refundable. A security deposit is commonly reported as a one‑time charge; market listings identify it as a deposit (industry practice for schools is to treat that amount as a refundable deposit subject to the school's refund policy). Specific refund conditions, timelines and any deductions for unpaid dues or damage are managed under the school's finance/refund policy. Fee payment options - The school provides a Parent Portal with an online "pay fees" facility for electronic payments. The application fee is collected in USD during the application stage. Other commonly accepted methods reported across schools of this type include online payments via the parent portal and bank/billing transactions processed through the school's finance office; exact acceptable payment instruments (credit card, bank transfer/NEFT/RTGS, cheque etc.) are implemented through the parent portal and the school's billing system. Notes for budgeting purposes - Published market summaries and school‑listing services report annual tuition ranges for Stonehill that vary by grade and by boarding/day status; typical reported annual totals fall broadly in the INR 1.4 million to INR 2.1 million range depending on year group and boarding. If your database requires the fee lines in a different currency or with alternate rounding, the figures above are reported in Indian rupees (INR) as presented in current market fee summaries.
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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 Stonehill exclusively offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum for ages 3-18. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) runs Nursery to Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) runs Grade 6 to 10, the Diploma Programme (DP) runs Grade 11 to 12, and the Career-related Programme (IBCP) runs Grade 11 to 12. The Diploma Programme is a two-year programme for 16-19-year-olds, with a DP core (Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, Creativity, Activity and Service) and six subject groups, and a strong focus on university preparation. Language options include Hindi, Spanish and Mandarin at the PYP level, with French added in the MYP and DP levels. The school holds IB World School accreditation and is further accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and other bodies.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Average class size 16-18 students; student-teacher ratio 8:1.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results IB Results 2025: 64 Grade 12 students; five students scored above 40 points; 25% of the cohort scored 35 points or more. University placements for the Class of 2025 include offers from universities in 18 countries, with 39 offers from top-50 institutions such as UC London, University of Warwick, University of Manchester, University of St Andrews, Kings College London, University of California, University of British Columbia, and Berklee College of Music, among others.
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 Stonehill graduates have been accepted to universities around the world, recent ones including Stanford University, London School of Economics (LSE), Dartmouth College, University of Cambridge, Parsons School of Design, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), New York University (NYU), Sarah Lawrence College, University of Southern California (USC), MIT Boston, University of British Columbia (UBC), LaSalle School of Arts, City University of Hong Kong, Essec University, Erasmus University, University of Sydney, Newcastle University, Ashoka University, Flame University and many more.
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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
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Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
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Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
Community	Community —	Community —
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 Online Enrollment Form must be completed to apply. Enrollment Part-2 is completed by the current school. Supporting documents include report cards for the last two years, copy of passport or birth certificate (OCI/PIO if applicable), vaccination record. A non-refundable Application Fee of US$150 per child is required to process the application. Additional documents may be requested based on the application form and submitted documents. Eligibility: All students are eligible for admission if Stonehill can provide an educational program that meets their needs; there is a limited capacity for learning support for mild disabilities. English Language Learners: students whose native language is not English may be required to take reading and writing language assessments during enrollment and on entry. Grade placement: children are placed according to age; in the Middle Years and High School, exceptions may be made based on educational history; assessment uses age, prior educational record, admission tests, and classroom observation; the Admissions Committee's decision is communicated via email.
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 Academic and Sports Scholarship Programme aims to foster excellence in academics and sports. The Stonehill Advantage includes tailored guidance for college applications from grade 9 onwards; graduates of 2025 class gained admissions across 24 nations; students meet over 200 global universities each year; universities include Stanford University, MIT, London School of Economics, University of Cambridge, Dartmouth College, New York University, University of British Columbia, UCLA. Academic scholarships are awarded at Grade 9 (M4), Grade 10 (M5), and Grade 11 (D1); Sports scholarships are awarded at Grade 8 (M3), Grade 9 (M4), and Grade 10 (M5). Scholarships can include a tuition fee concession and a 50% boarding concession; Honorary Scholarships have no tuition or boarding concession. Scholarships are determined in open competition at a fixed level set by the school and are non-negotiable; Scholarships are made at the discretion of the Head of School; the number of scholarships can vary year to year; Sport focused scholarships require excellence in both sport and character and participation in leadership roles for Stonehill sport teams, with athletic ability demonstrated through sport-specific assessment on the Scholarship Assessment Day. All scholarships are reviewed quarterly to ensure attainment and commitment; scholarships may be withdrawn if standards are not maintained. A Stonehill Scholarship targets top scholars and scholar-athletes. Last date to apply: 9 November 2025. For clarifications, email admissions@stonehill.in.
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