Sharanya Narayani International School vs Stonehill International School

	S Sharanya Narayani International School Bengaluru, India	S Stonehill International School Bengaluru, India
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year ₹1,600,000	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 IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 650
Typical class size	Typical class size 24	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2008
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school is located in Bengaluru (Bangalore), Karnataka, India. Address: #232/1, Thoranahalli, Byranahalli Post, Near Hoskote, Bangalore 563130. The campus covers about 60 acres and is described as a green sanctuary outside the city. It is about 30–35 minutes from Whitefield and about 45 minutes from Bangalore International Airport.	Location 259 / 333 / 334 / 335 Tarahunise Post, Jala Hobli, Bangalore North 562 157, India
Stages	Stages K-12	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 co-educational day, weekly (5-day) and regular boarding school	School type Day and boarding international school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Students come from over 15 nationalities.	Pupil nationality mix Students from more than 35 countries; teachers from over 15 countries
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Student Support Services provides additional support to students who may need special assistance (SEN).	Additional learning support Learning Support; English as an Additional Language (EAL); Counselling
Country affiliation	Country affiliation India	Country affiliation India
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure 5-day school week; day program with optional boarding (weekly and regular boarding).	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details School owned AC buses are provided; transportation is available within a 50 km radius; buses are GPS-tracked and CCTV-enabled; drop-off/pick-up planned to be near students' homes.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - An application fee is required at the time of application. Tuition fees by year group - A comprehensive tuition schedule broken down by year group or term is not published as a general fee table. The school publishes program-specific fees; the following program fee is stated explicitly: - Golf Excellence Program (IB MYP pathway, Grades 6–8): INR 16,00,000 p/a. This program fee is charged per annum. - The Golf Excellence Program fee explicitly lists the following inclusions: tuition fee; notebooks and textbooks; school uniform kit; lab and learning resources; co-curricular activities; 420+ hours of multi-sports activity; boarding fee at SNIS for Grades 6–8; food charges at SNIS and at the partner academy; and transport charges between the academy and the school. Billing schedule and payment terms - Admission offers must be secured by payment of school fees within the prescribed deadline set by the school at the time of offer. Specific term-by-term billing schedules and detailed payment terms are not published as a general fee table. Boarding fees (where applicable) - Boarding options offered: regular (full-term) boarding and weekly boarding (stay on campus Monday–Friday, return home at weekends). A/C rooms are available on request; separate hostel blocks are provided for boys and girls. Specific boarding fee amounts are not published as a standalone schedule. - For the Golf Excellence Program (Grades 6–8), the program fee includes the boarding fee at SNIS as part of the INR 16,00,000 p/a package. Other costs and fees - Program-specific exclusions and additional costs cited for the Golf Excellence Program include: a refundable security deposit of INR 40,000; field trips that include outstation and overnight stays; external workshops and competitions; school sports team jerseys; Grade 10 and Grade 12 final examination fees (if applicable); tournament travel outside the academy; and golf equipment, accessories and golf/fitness clothing. These items are billed separately where applicable. - The Golf Excellence Program fee explicitly includes a school uniform kit; general uniform charges for day scholars or for other grades are not published as a general fee line item. Refund information - A refundable security deposit amount is specified for the Golf Excellence Program: INR 40,000 (listed as an exclusion to the program fee and described as refundable). No additional detailed refund policy or broader fee-refund schedule is published as a general fee table. Fee payment options - No public list of accepted payment methods (for example: credit card, debit card, net banking, bank transfer, UPI) is published as a general statement. Contact details for admissions and accounts enquiries are provided for fee-payment arrangements and clarifications. Summary (concise) - Application fee: required (amount not specified). - Published tuition/program fee example: Golf Excellence Program (Grades 6–8) — INR 16,00,000 p/a (includes tuition, boarding for Grades 6–8, uniforms, books, labs, many co-curricular inclusions). - Refundable security deposit (program-specific): INR 40,000. - Boarding: weekly and regular boarding available; no standalone published boarding fee schedule. - Billing and payment specifics: fees must be paid within the prescribed deadline to secure an offered seat; detailed term/termly breakdowns and payment-method lists are not published as a general fee schedule.	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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Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details IB PYP (Nursery Grade 5), IB MYP (Grade 6), IBDP (Grade 11).	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 Class size is capped at 24 students; Nursery Grade 5 have two teachers per class; Senior School student0teacher ratio ranges from 24:1 to 5:1.	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 IB Diploma Programme graduates are recognized by Indian and international universities; graduates are eligible to sit government exams such as UPSC, NDA, CDS, IIT/IIM, NEET, CET and JEE.	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.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
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 —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
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 —
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 Step 1. Submit an inquiry through the online form or visit the campus to begin the application. The online form can be accessed via the SNIS website, and applicants may also start filling out the application form. The Admissions Team will contact you within 24 hours to learn more about your child. Admissions are available throughout the year based on seat availability.	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 SNIS Outstanding Achievement Scholarships are awarded to new IB DP Grade 11 and 12 applicants who demonstrate outstanding academic aptitude, leadership and artistic or athletic excellence. Up to 50% of tuition fees may be awarded; eight scholarships are offered each year. One recipient receives 50% and the remaining awards range from 35% to 25% of tuition, with scholarships covering tuition fees only (books, kit, exam fees, trips and boarding are excluded). Scholarships are awarded by the Scholarship Committee and are reviewed each semester; renewal for the second year depends on performance and conduct and the right to withdraw a scholarship exists if standards are not met. Eligibility includes a minimum 85% in Grades 9 and 10 for Grade 11, with further details determined by SNIS. Key dates: Scholarship Application Deadline is May 15; Scholarship Assessment occurs on the last Saturday of May and the first Saturday of June. How to apply: download and complete the application form and send it with required documents to scholarships@snis.edu.in; include a clear email subject line “Scholarship Application for IB DP”; documents include a passport photograph, birth certificate, and Grade 9 final and Grade 10 reports; for questions, contact Ms Gayathri, Admissions Manager.	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.
Waitlist	Waitlist That seat will be offered to the next candidate on our waitlist if the admission offer is not accepted by the prescribed deadline.	Waitlist —
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