Ecole Mondiale World School Pune vs Wellington College International Pune

	E Ecole Mondiale World School Pune Pune, India	W Wellington College International Pune Pune, India
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₹690,000 - 1,090,000	Fees / year ₹6,000 - 1,850,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)	Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 550	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 30	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2004	Opened 2023
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location —	Location Wellington College International Pune, Wagholi, Pune, 412207, India. The campus sits in Wagholi as part of Pune's international school community. Bus transportation is available for pupils within a 15 km radius, with travel times capped at 60 minutes.
Stages	Stages —	Stages Early Years; Primary (KS1–KS2); Senior School (KS3–KS4); Sixth Form (Grades 11–12).
School type	School type —	School type co-educational; K-12 international school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Learning Support and SEN is personalised and inclusive. Inclusion is central, with targeted support to build specific skills and confidence; personalised plans are developed in collaboration with parents and leading specialists. The English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme supports learners new to English, focusing on real-world communication and progression toward academic language.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Affiliated with Wellington College UK.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details The School manages a fleet of air-conditioned buses with adult supervision, complying with transport regulations. Routes, timings and schedules are provided at admissions; the safety of pupils is paramount. Travel time per pupil should not exceed 60 minutes, and bus services operate with designated pick-up and drop-off points for pupils within a 15 km radius.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details One‑time (payable at admission) - Brochure & Application Processing Fee: INR 12,000 or Euros 200. - One‑time Admission Fee (non‑refundable): INR 3,00,000 or Euros 7,500. - Security Deposit (refundable on leaving, non‑interest bearing): INR 3,00,000 or Euros 7,500. Annual tuition (by year group) - Nursery / KG – I / KG – II: INR 6,90,000 per year (Euros 16,000). - Grade 1 – Grade 10: INR 9,90,000 per year (Euros 23,000). - Grade 11 – Grade 12: INR 10,90,000 per year (Euros 26,000). Per‑term detail / billing frequency - The school publishes tuition as an Annual Fee for each year group; the published amounts above are the annual tuition figures. The school's published material does not provide a term‑by‑term tariff table or a published per‑term split for those annual fees (see Billing Schedule and Payment Terms below for payment timing). Billing schedule and payment terms - The Admission Fee, Security Deposit and Annual Fee are payable in Indian Rupees or Euros, as applicable, within 7 days of notification of admission. - Fees already paid (other than the Security Deposit where applicable) are stated as non‑refundable. The Security Deposit is refundable without interest after adjustment of any dues when the student leaves. - The school reserves the right to revise the fee structure. Boarding / residential fees - The school operates as a day school and does not publish boarding or residential fees; no boarding facilities are listed. Optional and other charges - School bus (air‑conditioned) — optional: INR 2,25,000 per annum (standard route) / Euros 4,500 per annum. There is a lower option for the Andheri to Bandra route at INR 1,75,000 per annum / Euros 3,500 per annum. - Meals in the school dining hall: offered as an optional paid service (cashless cafeteria system is used for daily purchases). - Examination fees (for Grade 10 MYP eAssessment and Grade 12 IBDP exam components), field trips, and certain extracurricular or optional programme costs are charged in addition to the Annual Fee as applicable. - The Annual Fee explicitly includes textbooks (including IBDP), basic exercise books, three sets of essential uniforms, two sports uniforms, use of laboratories, computer centres, libraries, swimming pool and gymnasium, and consumables for art/design/DRAMA. Refund information - Fees once paid are stated as non‑refundable under the school's published terms, with the exception that the Security Deposit is refundable (without interest) after adjustment of any dues when the student leaves. Fee payment options - The Application Processing Fee may be paid by credit card or by demand draft. Other fees are payable in Indian Rupees or Euros as applicable; the published information specifies these currencies and the time frame for payment but does not publish a complete list of every accepted payment instrument (e.g., specific bank transfer instructions) in the publicly available fee summary. Brief note on available published detail - The school provides clear published annual and one‑time fee figures and specifies payment timing and a small number of payment methods for the Application Processing Fee. The school's publicly published materials list annual (yearly) tuition amounts but do not provide a term‑by‑term fee schedule or a detailed installment plan in the publicly available fee summary; therefore a per‑term numeric breakdown is not available in the published fee summary.	Fee details Application & registration fees - Registration fee (non-refundable): INR 15,000. Payable at time of application. - Admissions registration fee (one-off, non-refundable): - Early Years (Pre‑Nursery / Nursery / Reception): INR 100,000 (Early Years level). An additional amount becomes payable when the pupil transitions to Year 1 as noted in the Early Years schedule. - Year 1–13: INR 250,000. Payable at the time the invoice is issued. - Security deposit (one‑time, refundable): - Early Years: INR 50,000 (refundable). A higher security deposit becomes payable on transition to Year 1 as specified in the Early Years schedule. - Year 1–13: INR 250,000 (refundable). Tuition fees — Early Years (Indian passport holders) - Pre‑Nursery (Half‑day, age 2+): Annual INR 450,000; Per‑term INR 150,000; Monthly INR 50,000. - Pre‑Nursery (Full‑day, age 2+): Annual INR 540,000; Per‑term INR 180,000; Monthly INR 60,000. - Nursery (Half‑day, age 3+): Annual INR 620,000; Per‑term INR 210,000; Monthly INR 70,000. - Nursery (Full‑day, age 3+): Annual INR 720,000; Per‑term INR 240,000; Monthly INR 80,000. - Reception (Half‑day, age 4+): Annual INR 680,000; Per‑term INR 230,000; Monthly INR 75,000. - Reception (Full‑day, age 4+): Annual INR 780,000; Per‑term INR 260,000; Monthly INR 85,000. Tuition fees — Years 1–13 (Indian passport holders; amounts in INR) - Year 1 (age 5+): Annual INR 1,260,000; Per‑term INR 420,000. - Year 2 (age 6+): Annual INR 1,386,000; Per‑term INR 462,000. - Year 3 (age 7+): Annual INR 1,386,000; Per‑term INR 462,000. - Year 4 (age 8+): Annual INR 1,386,000; Per‑term INR 462,000. - Year 5 (age 9+): Annual INR 1,386,000; Per‑term INR 462,000. - Year 6 (age 10+): Annual INR 1,386,000; Per‑term INR 462,000. - Year 7 (age 11+): Annual INR 1,512,000; Per‑term INR 504,000. - Year 8 (age 12+): Annual INR 1,512,000; Per‑term INR 504,000. - Year 9 (age 13+): Annual INR 1,512,000; Per‑term INR 504,000. - Year 10 (age 14+): Annual INR 1,512,000; Per‑term INR 504,000. - Year 11 (age 15+): Annual INR 1,512,000; Per‑term INR 504,000. - Year 12 (age 16+): Annual INR 1,700,000; Per‑term INR 566,667. - Year 13 (age 17+): Annual INR 1,850,000; Per‑term INR 616,667. Tuition fees — Early Years (Non‑Indian passport holders; USD) - Pre‑Nursery (Half‑day, age 2+): Annual USD 6,000; Per‑term USD 2,000; Monthly USD 670. - Pre‑Nursery (Full‑day, age 2+): Annual USD 7,200; Per‑term USD 2,400; Monthly USD 800. - Nursery (Half‑day, age 3+): Annual USD 8,340; Per‑term USD 2,780; Monthly USD 930. - Nursery (Full‑day, age 3+): Annual USD 9,600; Per‑term USD 3,200; Monthly USD 1,070. - Reception (Half‑day, age 4+): Annual USD 9,000; Per‑term USD 3,000; Monthly USD 1,000. - Reception (Full‑day, age 4+): Annual USD 10,400; Per‑term USD 3,470; Monthly USD 1,150. Tuition fees — Years 1–13 (Non‑Indian passport holders; USD) - Year 1 (age 5+): Annual USD 19,140; Per‑term USD 6,380. - Year 2 (age 6+): Annual USD 21,525; Per‑term USD 7,175. - Year 3 (age 7+): Annual USD 21,525; Per‑term USD 7,175. - Year 4 (age 8+): Annual USD 21,525; Per‑term USD 7,175. - Year 5 (age 9+): Annual USD 21,525; Per‑term USD 7,175. - Year 6 (age 10+): Annual USD 21,525; Per‑term USD 7,175. - Year 7 (age 11+): Annual USD 24,405; Per‑term USD 8,135. - Year 8 (age 12+): Annual USD 24,405; Per‑term USD 8,135. - Year 9 (age 13+): Annual USD 24,405; Per‑term USD 8,135. - Year 10 (age 14+): Annual USD 24,405; Per‑term USD 8,135. - Year 11 (age 15+): Annual USD 24,405; Per‑term USD 8,135. - Year 12 (age 16+): Annual USD 26,670; Per‑term USD 8,890. - Year 13 (age 17+): Annual USD 28,335; Per‑term USD 9,445. Billing schedule and payment terms - Invoicing and due dates (school billing calendar): - Term I: invoice issued early July; payment due end of July; term start in August. - Term II: invoice issued mid‑November; payment due mid‑December; term start early January. - Term III: invoice issued early March; payment due end of March; term start in April. - Annual invoices, if chosen, are due at the end of July. - All tuition fees are payable in advance for each term (or as a one‑time annual payment). A 2% discount applies for one‑time annual payment in advance. - For pupils joining mid‑term a pro‑rata fee applies. - Late payment charges and related administration/legal costs apply to invoices not paid by the due date. - The first term's tuition, together with the non‑refundable admissions registration fee and the refundable security deposit, must be paid within the timeframe stated on the Offer/Invoice (payment times are strictly enforced). Sibling and corporate discounts - Sibling discounts on tuition only: second child 10%; third child onwards 15% (no discount for the eldest/first enrolled). - Corporate group discounts are available on tuition (scale depends on number of pupils enrolled). - If a pupil is eligible for more than one discount, the higher applicable discount is applied. Transport, boarding and other charges - Transport (supplemental; charged by distance): - Up to 5 km: Per term INR 23,000 (annual INR 69,000). - 5–10 km: Per term INR 28,500 (annual INR 85,500). - 10–15 km: Per term INR 35,000 (annual INR 105,000). - (For non‑Indian payers the equivalent per‑term USD transport levels are published.) - Items explicitly not covered by tuition and charged separately (examples): transport, uniform, IT equipment for Senior School, optional health/school‑fees insurance, visa assistance costs, public examination fees (IGCSE/IBDP), individual/supplemental tuition (eg. private music), some trips/visits and selected co‑curricular activities, English as an Additional Language support if required. - Boarding: the school operates as a day school currently with boarding opportunities being introduced in later years. No boarding fee line item is published for the current fee schedule. Refunds and notice - Registration and admissions registration fees are non‑refundable. - Security deposit is refundable subject to the school's terms and any deductions specified in the School's Terms & Conditions. The security deposit is payable at the time the invoice is issued. - One term's notice is required to withdraw a pupil; consult the school's Terms & Conditions for the notice procedure and how refunds (if any) are handled on withdrawal. Payment methods and currency - Accepted payment methods: bank transfer, demand draft, debit card, credit card, or the school payment portal. Cash is not accepted. - Card payments may be made online or in person at the school finance office; any applicable bank/transaction charges are payable by the parent. - Currency and accounts: fees are billed in Indian Rupees for Indian passport holders. Non‑Indian passport holders may pay in USD (or other designated foreign currencies) and separate EEFC bank accounts are provided for those currencies. Currency conversion is applied if payment is made in INR against a USD/GBP/SGD invoice. What the tuition fee includes and supplemental charges - The tuition fee includes meals during school hours and routine educational materials and provision of usual school activities. - Any items charged in addition to the tuition are treated as supplemental charges as listed above (uniforms, certain trips, external examination fees, optional insurance, specific additional tuition, etc.).
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school offers the International Baccalaureate Continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The IB programmes span from age 3 to 18, with PYP for ages 3–11, MYP for 11–16, and DP for 16–18. English is the language of instruction, with ESL and other language support available for non-native speakers, including in Early Years through Grade 1 and from Grade 2 onward.	Curriculum details English is the language of instruction. The Early Years Foundation Stage framework is used for Pre-Nursery to KG. The Junior School follows Key Stage 2 of the English National Curriculum. In Senior School, Grades 6-8 (Years 7-9) follow the English National Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9-10 (Years 10-11), and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in Grades 11-12 (Year 12-13). Wellington College International Pune is an IB World School offering the IBDP.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results Cambridge IGCSE results 2026 celebrate an exceptional inaugural set. 62% of qualifications were graded A-A and 79% A-B. 25% of pupils attained straight A and above. Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics results (November 2025) delivered 100% A*.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression In 2026, university acceptances include Columbia University and the University of Oxford.	Higher education progression A team of specialist university guidance advisers provides support for Years 12-13, assisting with course and university choices and personal statements. In Year 12, pupils undergo a full university application programme, including on-campus university fairs and 1-2-1 guidance. The programme includes dedicated university preparation days and is complemented by sessions on international university pathways. The Bridge to IBDP Summer Transition Programme includes workshops and guidance on universities in India, the UK, the USA, and other destinations.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Merit Scholarships are offered for the IB Diploma Programme (Grade 11) for the 2026-2027 academic year to students achieving 95% or above in board examinations (across ICSE, SSC, CBSE, IB and IGCSE); benefits include a 100% waiver of the admission fee and a 5 Lakh discount on annual tuition fees.	Gifted and talented Wellington College Pune recognises talent and offers scholarships in academics, sports, and the arts. Scholarships can provide up to 100% fee remission for successful applicants. Enrichment opportunities and events such as the Talent Show celebrate pupil talent across disciplines.
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English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Facilities	Facilities
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
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Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
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Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Admissions period. The school accepts applications throughout the year, although places may not always be immediately available. Applicants are advised to apply early in the year for entry in the following July. The school has an open admissions policy and considers each application on its merit. 2. Eligibility and grade placement. English is the language of instruction. Grade placement is based on Government of Maharashtra regulations and is determined by age as of December 31 in the academic year of entry (Nursery to Grade 12). The school reviews records from the previous school and may request additional documentation, with translations into English when necessary. Some students may be admitted without complete fluency in English, with ESL support available as needed. 3. Admissions procedures for families. Request an application pack from the School Office or by applying online. Submit the completed application form along with all attachments. An Interview/Observation is scheduled for Nursery to Grade 1; an entrance test is scheduled from Grade 2 onwards. On passing the entrance test, the student and parents are called for an interview. The interview is conducted by the Programme Coordinators/Head of Section/Principal. Following a successful outcome and interview, the Admissions Office issues a letter of offer to join the school. Parents pay the required fees within a stipulated period and sign the Agreement detailing fee payment, refund policy, and parental expectations. The school's decision, following the interview, is advised as soon as possible thereafter. Parents who receive the offer letter will be required to pay the fees within the stipulated period. 4. Fees processing. An application processing fee is charged for all applications. For Indian students (including OCI and PIO card holders), the fee is Rs 12,000; for non-Indian students, the fee is Rs 18,000. Payments can be made by Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking, processed securely. Fees paid are non-refundable.	Admissions Step 1. Make an Enquiry. An enquiry is required; a member of the admissions team will contact you to arrange a mutually convenient appointment to discuss a Wellington Education. An appointment is necessary for safety and security. Step 2. Register. After meeting staff, you will be directed to the Admission Application form; it must be completed with all required documents and the registration fee. After receipt of payment, the Admissions Team will guide you through the next steps and arrange an assessment. Step 3. Assessment. The assessment considers the character, interests, talents, and personality of the child; they seek boys and girls with potential to become intellectual, inspired, and independent learners within an English-language environment who can contribute across the co-curriculum. An assessment can be arranged once the application registration form and fee are received; refer to the Admission policy for age-appropriate placement. Step 4. Review. The Admissions and Academic Teams review the application, place availability, assessment results, and any prior school records; any special educational needs should be disclosed and related documentation shared so appropriate support can be considered. The decision on offering a place is communicated by email within ten working days of assessment. Step 5. Offer of Admissions. If successful, an Offer of Admissions is issued by email detailing the confirmed year group, enrolment year, and terms; acceptance is required by signing an Acceptance of a Place Form and agreeing to the Terms and Conditions for Student Enrolment within 15 days. Step 6. Welcome & Onboarding. The place is secured by paying the non-refundable admission registration fee, refundable security deposit, and tuition in advance; a welcome email is sent with all relevant information and documents to complete prior to onboarding; parents are invited to an Induction Programme before entry. Step 7. First Day & Beyond. Support is provided through the final steps up to and including the pupil's first day at school. Contact: Admissions Office, Wellington College International Pune, Wagholi, Pune 412207, admissions.pune@wellingtoncollege.in, +91 83500 90909.
Scholarships	Scholarships Merit Scholarship. Scholarship Offered for IBDP - Grade 11 (Academic Year 2026-2027). Eligibility Criteria: Students who achieve 95% and above in their Board Examinations are eligible. This scholarship is applicable across all recognized boards: ICSE, SSC, CBSE, IB, and IGCSE. Scholarship Benefits: 100% waiver on the Admission Fee and a 5 Lakhs discount on the Annual Tuition Fees each year. For more details on the scholarship application process and terms, please reach out to the Admissions Office.	Scholarships Wellington College International Pune offers Scholarships in three categories: Academic Scholarships, Sports Scholarships, and Arts Scholarships. Eligible grades are Grade 9 (Year 10) for two years, Grade 10 (Year 11) for one year, and IBDP 1 (Year 12) for two years, with eligibility to enter those grades in August 2026. Students must demonstrate high achievement in academics, sports, or arts and fluency in English, along with strong communication skills, leadership attributes, and active participation in academic and co-curricular activities. Wellington Scholarship Benefits include up to 100% fee remission on tuition fees for successful scholars; Academic Scholars gain access to focused seminars, academic competitions, trips, and mentorship; Sports Scholars participate in the Aspirational Athlete Programme with mental skills training, technical masterclasses, and a Strength and Conditioning Programme; Arts Scholars receive access to technical masterclasses, mentorship, and opportunities for arts trips and conferences. Terms and conditions apply: a scholarship is discretionary and contingent on attendance, diligence, and behaviour; retention depends on continued excellence and positive contributions. How to apply: Wellington Scholarships are highly competitive and require a handwritten personal statement on one A4 page, grade transcripts, subject-specific requirements, and panel interviews with the senior management team; a preliminary departmental review takes place, and awards are determined by the strength of the candidate pool and available funding; selected candidates are invited to an assessment day or audition, and must meet academic entry requirements; awards are communicated in writing and are reviewed annually. Applicants should complete the Scholarship Form to apply.
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