Kasiga School and Welham Boys' School are both in Dehradun, about 9 km apart. Both schools offer CBSE programmes, and Kasiga School also offers Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels. Published annual fees are close, at ₹650,000 - 990,000 for Kasiga School and ₹570,000 - 931,000 for Welham Boys' School. Kasiga School takes pupils from 9 to 18, and Welham Boys' School from 8 to 18.
CBSE Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Curriculum
CBSE Curriculum
Pupils
Pupils
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Pupils
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Typical class size
Typical class size
30
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Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
2007
Opened
1937
Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Purkul Village, off the Dehradun–Mussoorie Highway, Dehradun 248 009, Uttarakhand, India. It is 4 km off the busy Dehradun–Mussoorie Highway, 21 km from Mussoorie, and 16 km from Dehradun railway station. The nearest railway station is Dehradun (16 km); the nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport (24 km from Dehradun).
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Stages
Stages
Grade IV to XII
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School type
School type
Boarding school. Grades IV to XII. Affiliated to CBSE and CAIE.
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Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
Kasiga hosts students from India, Nepal, United Arab Emirates, Thailand, Bangladesh, United States of America, Canada, Singapore and Russia.
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
India
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Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
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Bus service details
Bus service details
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Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Fees overview (Academic year 2026–2027)
One‑time admission charges (payable only at time of admission) - Registration fee (non‑refundable): INR 15,000; International: US $500. - Admission fee (non‑refundable): INR 1,00,000; International: US $2,000. - Establishment fee (non‑refundable): INR 60,000; International: US $500. - Security deposit (refundable without interest): INR 1,00,000; International: US $2,500. - Grand total (one‑time charges at admission): INR 2,75,000; International: US $5,500.
Annual tuition + boarding fees (detailed per term and per year group) - CBSE (Indian students) — Class IV–V: Term I INR 3,25,000; Term II INR 3,25,000; Total per year INR 6,50,000. - CBSE (Indian students) — Class VI–VIII: Term I INR 4,17,500; Term II INR 4,17,500; Total per year INR 8,35,000. - CBSE (Indian students) — Class IX–XII: Term I INR 4,65,000; Term II INR 4,65,000; Total per year INR 9,30,000. - CAIE (Indian students) — IGCSE (Class IX & X): Term I INR 4,95,000; Term II INR 4,95,000; Total per year INR 9,90,000. - CAIE (Indian students) — AS & A Level (Class XI & XII): Term I INR 4,95,000; Term II INR 4,95,000; Total per year INR 9,90,000. - Annual fees for international students (boarding + tuition): Class IV–VIII: Term I US $6,000; Term II US $6,000; Total US $12,000 per year. Class IX–XII: Term I US $7,000; Term II US $7,000; Total US $14,000 per year.
Student personal imprest account and joining kit - Security deposit toward student's personal imprest account (to be paid with 1st instalment): INR 75,000; International: US $1,000. A minimum balance of INR 40,000 must be maintained during the year. - Joining kit (new students only; to provide summer/winter uniform and bedding at time of joining): INR 75,000 advance; International: US $1,000 advance.
Other costs and recurring extras (examples of items billed or required in addition to the above) - Textbooks, stationery, house fund, sports kit, special sports/activity charges, tuck shop and food‑court expenses, excursions and educational tours, adventure camps/treks, annual day charges, external sports event/camp expenses, postage/telephone/photocopy, escort charges for travel, medical referrals and specialised treatment, ambulance charges, transport charges, ERP charges. Examination fees for Cambridge/IGCSE/AS & A Level are invoiced separately. - Late reporting fee (for late return after exeat/vacations): INR 2,000 per day. - Minimum imprest and typical imprest replenishment requirements are stated and are additional to the annual boarding school fee.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Fee year is split into two terms: Term I (April–September) and Term II (October–March). Due dates: 1 January (1st instalment) and 1 July (2nd instalment). A facility to pay the full annual fee in two instalments is provided. - A 2% concession is available on the annual fee when the full year fee is paid as a lump sum. - Late payment penalty: INR 250 per day once past the due date; non‑payment beyond three months may result in the student's name being struck off the school rolls. No waiver of fine is permitted. - Sibling discount: 10% on the annual school fee for the younger sibling while an elder sibling is enrolled; the discount is applicable only if fees are paid within the stipulated period.
Boarding - The annual fees published are for the boarding school (tuition + boarding combined); boarding is not offered as a separately priced day‑student option once a student is admitted as a boarder.
Refund and withdrawal policy - Withdrawal notices and refunds for new admissions: the withdrawal form must be submitted (hard copy or by email) by 31 December to entitle non‑payment of fees for the next academic year. If withdrawal notice is given after 31 December up to 31 March, three months' fees will be charged extra. Withdrawal after the start of the academic year (1 April) will result in the full‑year fee being charged/forfeited. - Security deposit refund: the security deposit is refundable without interest; refund processing is initiated by the end of the calendar year in which the student leaves the school. Any arrears, imprest spend or penalties will be adjusted from the security deposit before refund. Security deposit is non‑transferable. - General refund rule: fees already paid will be forfeited in specified circumstances; if expulsion or suspension occurs on disciplinary grounds, no refund is payable. Examination and board‑related exceptions are invoiced separately as stated.
One‑time deposits and admission charges (payable at offer/registration)
- Security deposit (refundable): commonly reported between ₹285,000 and ₹475,000; the school also states that the security deposit charged at the time of admission is equivalent to one term fee and is refundable on request when the pupil leaves. - Imprest deposit (for pocket money / incidental charges): ₹60,000 (typical figure reported). - Admission / non‑refundable administrative charges: amounts reported vary (examples found include an admission/registration charge around ₹10,000–₹21,000 and a small non‑refundable component reported in some listings). Exact one‑time admission/processing amounts vary by source.
Tuition and boarding fees (annual and per‑term detail)
- Annual tuition + boarding (combined): widely reported as ₹570,000 per year (this figure is commonly cited as the core annual boarding + tuition charge). - Alternative all‑in first‑year totals reported: when one‑time deposits and other admission charges are included, total first‑year cost examples appear in the range of approximately ₹931,000 to ₹950,000. These totals combine the annual tuition & boarding figure with security deposit, imprest and other admission payments. - Billing schedule / term breakdown: school fee is due twice a year (payments are required after the summer vacation and after the winter vacation). Because fees are billed twice yearly, the per‑payment (half‑year) amount for the cited annual tuition & boarding of ₹570,000 would be ₹285,000 per payment. All dues must be paid in full on or before the school reopens.
Boarding fees
- Boarding costs are included within the combined tuition & boarding figure reported above (₹570,000 per annum as the commonly cited combined amount). The school operates as a residential (boarding) school and the published combined figure is typically used to represent both tuition and boarding charges together. Separate published line‑item boarding fees were not found in public listings.
Other recurring or occasional costs
- Uniform, books, stationery and personal supplies: typically charged separately or drawn from the imprest deposit; an imprest of ~₹60,000 is reported to cover these and incidental items. - Medical, activity, transport and excursion charges: additional charges for specific activities, trips, exam fees and medical services may apply; imprest or other ancillary bills are commonly used to settle these items. Public listings note these categories but exact recurring amounts vary by year and activity.
Refunds and withdrawal rules
- Security deposit: refundable on request when the pupil leaves; unclaimed security deposits for a period of three years may be forfeited to the school. - Tuition / term fees: the published school rules state that the fee will not be refunded in general. Withdrawal timing affects the fee charged: - No charges are made if the written letter of withdrawal reaches the school by specified cut‑off dates (15 June for the Autumn term and 30 December for the Spring term). - If the withdrawal letter reaches the school after those dates but before reopening, a half‑term fee is charged. - If a pupil is withdrawn after the school reopens, a full term fee will be charged.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Frequency: fees are due twice a year (after the summer vacation and after the winter vacation). All dues must be paid on or before school reopens. Unpaid dues can result in the student being sent home. Security deposit equal to one term fee is collected at admission; the school reserves the right to revise fees.
- Publicly available fee listings and admissions guidance for the school do not provide a single definitive public list of accepted payment channels. Various admission guides and historical instructions for related Welham schools indicate use of bank instruments such as Demand Drafts for application/registration in past practice; third‑party listings and school prospectus excerpts commonly show bank‑transfer / demand draft / cheque as historically used channels for fee payments at comparable schools. Parents should be aware that the school may require specific payment instruments or bank details at the time of admission.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
The school offers the Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) curriculum, including Cambridge IGCSE (IX–X) and Cambridge AS/A Level (XI–XII). Cambridge IGCSE is a two-year course for 14 to 16-year-olds, with a wide choice of 19 subjects. The Cambridge Advanced Subsidiary (AS) and Cambridge Advanced (A) Levels are offered for the senior years during 2025–26.
Curriculum details
Welham Boys' School is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The academic program is organized into three levels: Junior School (grades 4–6), Middle School (grades 7–9), and Senior School (grades 10–12). Subjects are taught in English, Hindi, Sciences, Mathematics, Social Sciences, Art, Music, Information Technology, Physical Education, and Financial Studies. The CBSE mandates a three-language formula, so a third language is studied from German, French, or Sanskrit, with certificate language courses available in German and French. The Junior School emphasizes project- and activity-based learning, the Middle School emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, and there are subject-specific laboratories for Science, English, Mathematics, and Geography along with a Learning Resource Center to support independent learning. After Grade 10, CBSE (X) subjects include English Core, Language II (Hindi B / German / French), Mathematics, Science, Social Science, and an Additional Subject (Painting / Music / Computer Applications); the Grade XII scheme offers Science, Commerce, and Humanities streams with corresponding compulsory and elective subjects.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
High academic achievers from grade 4 through 11 are felicitated during Graduation Day. Grade 10 toppers receive the Principal's Award and Grade 12 toppers receive the Dr Anil Wilson Award; Grade 12 board examination achievers are felicitated on Founder's Day.
Higher education progression
Higher education progression
Graduates study at leading universities worldwide, including University of Waterloo, University of British Columbia, Arizona State University, Union College, Monash University, University of Manitoba, and King's College London.
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admission is open to all irrespective of caste, creed, colour or religion, based on availability of seats. Students seeking admission must register. Registered students will appear for a written assessment in November/December each year. A school tour and a meeting with teachers are encouraged prior to registration. Registration is open for Class IV to IX and XI. The completed application form needs to be deposited to the Admission Office, along with a payment of Rs. 15,000 as Registration Fee. This fee is non-refundable and does not guarantee admission. The application form and registration fee can also be deposited online. Age for Class IV admission should be between 8 1/2 years and 9 1/2 years as on 1st April of the admission year. The written assessment tests English, Mathematics, Science and Hindi, with questions based on the syllabus of the class the student is currently in; the syllabus for the entrance is available on the site along with sample papers. After the written assessment, there is an interaction with the Principal and the Admissions Committee. A reference check from the previous school is also done. Admission is offered on the basis of all of the above. The offer has to be accepted by paying fees within 15 days, failing which the seat may be offered to the next suitable applicant. The Principal reserves the right to admit the student into the class deemed suitable. All enquiries can be made to the Admission Office. Documents include Registration Card, Birth certificate (attested), academic reports for the last three years, six passport‑size photographs of the student and the parents, and the student's Aadhar Card (Indian nationals). A Letter of Admission will be issued thereafter to selected candidates. For international admissions, the international process is the same as the Indian process; international admission fairs are conducted at various locations, Kasiga representatives travel to places like Kathmandu and Thailand; entrance exams are conducted for students who register there; interviews with the Head of School are conducted via Skype and admissions are offered after a due reference check. All international students must begin the new session after procuring a student visa valid for one year with two/three entries.
Admissions
The school is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Admissions are open for Grades IV to XII. Parents must register their ward to begin the admission process. For Grades IV–IX the child will be assessed in English, Hindi, Mathematics and Life Skills; for Grade XI the assessment covers English, Mathematics and Science (optional). Interaction with the Admission Committee is required, and both parents must attend. An Offer Letter is sent to the selected candidates after the interaction. The Admission Office is 9068587779 (09:30 AM to 05:00 PM). Address: 5, Circular Road, Dalanwala, Dehradun 248001.
Scholarships
Scholarships
Kasiga Academic Scholarship is awarded to high‑achieving students for academic excellence. Ishana Kapoor, Head Girl and a Kasiga Student Council member, was a recipient of the Kasiga Academic Scholarship and earned 4 A* and 3 A's in the IGCSE examinations. Saiyyam Agarwal is a scholarship holder for academic excellence.
