TCIS and Valistus International School are both in Bengaluru, about 9 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes. TCIS also offers CBSE, and Valistus International School also offers Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels and EYFS. Published annual fees are ₹176,000 - 200,000 at TCIS and ₹121,000 - 186,000 at Valistus International School, which puts TCIS roughly 22% higher. TCIS takes pupils from 3 to 17, and Valistus International School from 2 to 18. Typical class sizes are 10 at TCIS and 25 at Valistus International School.
Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP), EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils
Pupils
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Pupils
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Typical class size
Typical class size
10
Typical class size
25
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
2016
Opened
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Bus service
Bus service
No
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
TCIS Whitefield is located at Opp Prestige Lakeside Habitat, Whitefield – Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru 560087. The campus sits in the Whitefield area along the Sarjapur Road corridor. It is the Whitefield campus of The Cambridge International School network operating in Bengaluru. The Whitefield campus serves as TCIS's Bengaluru-based site.
Location
Valistus International School is located in Whitefield, Bengaluru East. Address: Sy. No.96/2, Seegehalli, Bidarahalli Hobli, Whitefield Hoskote Main Road, Kanamangala post, Bengaluru 560067. The area is a developing suburb of Bengaluru with access to major roads and public transport.
Stages
Stages
Kindergarten through Grade 11. The Foundational Years cover ages 3–7, the Preparatory Years 8–10, the Middle Years 11–13, and the Higher Years 14–17.
Stages
Valistus Early Years (Cambridge Early Years Foundational Stage); Cambridge Primary (Year 1–5); Cambridge Lower Secondary (Year 6–8); Cambridge Upper Secondary (IGCSE, Year 9–10); Cambridge Advanced (A & AS Levels, Year 11). The school is a Candidate School for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) with the first IBDP cohort expected in 2026–27.
School type
School type
Independent
School type
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Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
Diverse community of foreign nationals and NRIs.
Additional learning support
Additional learning support
Dedicated support services and trained staff cater to students with special educational needs to ensure inclusivity and equal opportunities.
Additional learning support
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
India
Country affiliation
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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
Early Years: 9:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m.; Foundation Stage (Lower KG and Upper KG): 9:15 a.m.–2:45 p.m.; Grades 1 and above: 7:45 a.m.–2:45 p.m., Monday to Friday; Year Groups 6 and above: two Saturdays a month, 7:45 a.m.–12:30 p.m. The academic year runs from July to May.
Bus service details
Bus service details
Transportation is provided with Bharat Benz high-suspension air-conditioned buses. Buses are CCTV covered and GPS-tracked with live mobile tracking. A lady attendant supports on every bus, and there is a library on wheels with first-aid and fire-safety provisions and seat-belt safety on all seats.
Bus service details
A school transport service covers most areas of East and South Bangalore, including Whitefield, Channasandra Main Road, Kadugodi, Budigere Cross, Aavalahalli, ITPL, Garudachar Palya, Marathalli Bridge, Soukya Road, Ramamurthi Nagar and Mahadevpuras. The service is optional and each bus is equipped with AC, CCTV, GPS-enabled app tracking and a dedicated attendant.
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application & one‑time admission fees - Application fee: an application/registration payment is collected through the school's online application portal at the time of applying; the portal shows an Application Fee field but a public amount for the application fee is not published. - Admission fee (one‑time, non‑recurring): INR 10,000 per student.
Per‑term / instalment examples (illustrative calculations) - The tuition figures above are published as annual amounts. The per‑term numbers shown below are simple arithmetic divisions of the published annual tuition to illustrate common billing options (two, three or four instalments). These per‑term figures are examples, not a published billing schedule. - Prep / Prep1 & Prep2 (annual INR 176,000): - 2 instalments (semester): INR 88,000 per instalment. - 3 instalments (trimester): INR 58,667 per instalment (rounded). - 4 instalments (quarterly): INR 44,000 per instalment. - Grade 1–5 (annual INR 192,000): - 2 instalments: INR 96,000 per instalment. - 3 instalments: INR 64,000 per instalment. - 4 instalments: INR 48,000 per instalment. - Grade 6–10 (annual INR 200,000): - 2 instalments: INR 100,000 per instalment. - 3 instalments: INR 66,667 per instalment (rounded). - 4 instalments: INR 50,000 per instalment.
Billing schedule and payment terms - The published fee document lists annual tuition amounts; no fixed public schedule of term dates, instalment due‑dates, late‑fee penalties, or discount conditions is published in the fee sheet. The school uses an online admissions/fee portal for payments and invoicing; instalment options and exact due dates are handled through the school's fee/invoice system and at the school's discretion.
Boarding / hostel fees - No boarding or hostel fee schedule is published for the Whitefield campus in the school's published fee document. Boarding/hostel charges are therefore not applicable or not published for the Whitefield campus in the provided fee sheet.
Other costs and recurring charges - The published fee sheet does not list amounts for transport (school bus), uniform, learning kits, books, meals/cafeteria, activity/annual charges, examination or board‑registration fees, security/caution deposits, or optional co‑curricular charges. These additional costs are typically charged separately by many schools but no numeric values for such items are published in the school's fee document.
Refund information - A government condition appearing on the school's public documents states that if a student leaves the school due to parental transfer, health reasons, or death before the end of the session, a pro‑rata return of quarterly/term/annual fees should be made. This indicates that pro‑rata refunds for unused tuition are required under the applicable regulatory condition cited in the school's public documents. Exact refund mechanics, timelines, and which fees (tuition vs. one‑time deposits) are refundable should be confirmed with the school's accounts office.
Fee payment options - The school's application and fee system is implemented on a common Indian school payment/ERP portal that supports online fee collection; the portal provides parents the ability to pay fees online and to view invoices. The portal technology used by the school (MyClassboard) supports typical non‑cash modes including debit/credit card and internet banking, and is commonly integrated with payment gateways. Parents can pay application and fee invoices via the online portal; cheque/bank transfers or campus payment options may also be supported at the school's discretion.
Brief summary of findings and remaining fee items not published - The school's published fee document provides the one‑time Admission fee (INR 10,000) and annual tuition amounts for Prep, Prep1/2, Grades 1–5 and Grades 6–10 for the 2025–26 academic year. It does not publish an itemised schedule for transport, uniform, meals, activity/annual development fees, security deposits or boarding fees for the Whitefield campus. Instalment schedules, exact due dates, late‑fee rules and the numeric value (if any) of an application fee are not shown in the published fee sheet and are managed through the school's admissions/fee portal and accounts office.
Fee details
Application / Admission Fee - An admission fee is required to block a student's seat; this payment must be made within one week of the school confirming a place.
Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year) - The school does not publish a public, itemised tuition schedule by year group or per-term/per-year amounts on its publicly available admissions or curriculum pages. Parents should expect that a formal tuition schedule is provided by the admissions office at the time of offer.
Billing schedule and payment terms - The academic year runs from July to May. Specific billing schedules (for example: termly, semesterly or annual invoices), due dates, late‑payment penalties and detailed payment terms are not published in a public fee schedule. The school requires the admission fee to be paid to hold a seat within one week of offer.
Boarding fees - Valistus operates as a day school and does not list boarding provisions; boarding fees are therefore not applicable.
Other compulsory or regularly charged costs - Meals: Food is mandatory for all students; the school provides a campus-prepared vegetarian menu (eggs included). The school's public pages note meals are mandatory but do not state whether meal charges are included in tuition or billed separately. - Extended day-care: Extended day-care for early years (EY1 and EY2) is available until 2:50 p.m.; additional charges apply for extended day-care. The exact additional charge is not published. - Transport: Optional AC bus transport with GPS tracking, CCTV and attendants is available and is charged separately; specific route fees and rates are not published. - Uniforms, textbooks, activity charges and other ancillary costs: The school confirms uniforms and other operational elements are determined by school policy, but no public price list for uniform, books, stationery, co-curricular activity fees, exam fees, or occasional event charges is published.
Refund information - Public pages do not publish a detailed refund or cancellation policy (for example: refunds of admission fees, tuition refunds for mid-year withdrawals, or notice-period conditions). Parents receive the school's specific fee and refund terms as part of the formal fee agreement at enrolment.
Fee payment options - The school's public pages do not list accepted payment methods (bank transfer, credit card, online gateway, cheques, UPI or other). Payment method details are provided to parents through admissions and the school office.
Other published programme fees - The Valistus PDQ Centre (teacher professional development courses run by the school) publishes programme fees: Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching & Learning (CICTL) ₹105,000 and Cambridge International Diploma in Teaching & Learning (CIDTL) ₹155,000. These are separate from student tuition and are listed with their amounts.
Summary of availability - The school confirms the need to pay an admission fee to block a seat, the academic calendar (July–May), that meals are mandatory, that extended day-care and transport are chargeable services, and that the school does not offer boarding. However, a public, itemised tuition schedule (per year group and per term), published billing timetable, payment methods, uniform and ancillary price lists, and refund terms are not available on the school's public admissions or curriculum pages. Parents are provided the full fee schedule and contract terms directly by the admissions office at offer or on request.
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
Foundational Years (Prep to Grade 2)–IB methodology with play-, activity-, and inquiry-based learning to build foundational skills in language, numeracy, computing, and life-skills (About 90% of a child's cumulative brain development occurs prior to age 8). Primary Years (Grade 3–5) uses an inquiry-led framework and competency-based learning to explore concepts in language, science, and social subjects through real-life contexts and hands-on learning. Middle Years (Grade 6–8) emphasizes multidisciplinary concept integration and experiential learning across languages, sciences, mathematics, arts, social sciences, and humanities to develop intellectual curiosity. Senior Years (Grade 9–12) focuses on leadership and career orientation through the Wings program, including exam readiness, university connections, and entrepreneurship programs, with an overseas admissions desk. The learner support system provides academic support, well-being counselling, career counselling, and inclusive schooling to meet diverse needs.
Curriculum details
From Year Group 1 onwards, students follow the Cambridge Pathways Curriculum. This includes Cambridge Early Years Foundational Stage; Cambridge Primary (Year 1-5); Cambridge Lower Secondary (Year 6-8); Cambridge Upper Secondary: IGCSE (Year 9-10); Cambridge Advanced: A & AS levels (Year 11). In addition, Valistus is a Candidate School for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and is currently in the authorization phase to offer this programme for Year Groups 11 and 12, with the first IBDP cohort set to begin in 2026-27.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
Maximum class size is 25 students. In Kindergarten and Early Primary Years, each class has two main facilitators, a teaching assistant, and a nanny.
Exam results
Exam results
Academic Accomplishments include a 100% pass rate, with about 85% of Grade 10 and Grade 12 students achieving distinctions each year. In addition, around 30% of graduates gain admission to IITs, NITs, NIDs, IISERs within India, while about 20% secure places at top universities abroad.
Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
The Wings @ TCIS is a targeted career-orientation program in the Senior Years. It includes integrated coaching for exam readiness, University Connect to expose students to global higher-education opportunities, and entrepreneurship programs, with an overseas admissions desk to assist international applications.
Higher education progression
Alumni pursue higher education in Ivy League universities, IITs and BITS.
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
Extra curricular 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
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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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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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
1) Foundational to Higher Years: The school defines four academic stages: Foundational Years (3–7 years), Preparatory Years (8–10 years), Middle Years (11–13 years), and Higher Years (14–17 years). Admission to Grade 1 requires completion of 6 years of age as on June 1. Applicants should determine the appropriate stage based on the child's age and grade level. This framework guides placement decisions during the admissions process. 2) Baseline assessment: Baseline test and previous report card are applicable for Grade 2 and above. The baseline test is part of the admissions process for those grades. Prior report cards should be provided as part of the admissions documentation. The assessment informs admission decisions for eligible grades. 3) Key mandatory documents: Key mandatory documents include the Admission Form (online) and supporting materials. The supporting materials include a passport photograph of the child, a birth certificate, and parents' and child Aadhaar, all submitted as part of the online Admission Form. An original Transfer Certificate (TC) with STS number, if applicable, must be provided before 30 days of school opening. The school may request additional documents as needed. 4) Online admission form: Complete the online Admission Form. The online Admission Form must be completed as part of the process. The form collects essential information about the child and the parents. Submission initiates the formal admission process. The school may request additional information or documents as required. 5) Campus contact: Whitefield campus is located Opp Prestige Lakeside Habitat, Whitefield - Sarjapur Rd, Bengaluru 560087. Phone: +91 9972757859. Email: admin@tciswhitefield.in. CBSE Affiliation: 831233.
Admissions
Step 1. Duly filled in application form should be submitted to the admissions department along with 5 passport-size photographs and photocopies of the Birth Certificate and Aadhar Card. Passport Copy, OCI & POIO Copies for children born abroad are to be submitted. Original Transfer Certificate and Original Marks Report are to be submitted for admissions to Grade 2 and above. Non-native students would need to provide International Passport Copy, Visa (period of stay) Copy, and FRRO documents as prescribed by the regional authorities. Document check list includes: Colour photo (passport size) 5 copies; Birth certificate photocopy (original required for verification); Aadhar Card Photocopy; Original Transfer Certificate (Grade 2 onwards); Photocopy of the mark-sheet from the previous school (Grade 2 onwards); Medical reports (if necessary); Family photograph (post card size); Additional address proof if the child is staying at an address different from the Aadhar card; Legal documents supporting custody of the child (Only in case of single parents undergoing or underwent a legal trial). Step 2. After completing the registration process, there is a personal interaction for Valistus Early Years till Grade 2. A diagnostic assessment would be conducted to understand the starting points of the student, with prior appointment from Grade 3 onwards. Step 3. Within 3 working days, the admission team would revert with necessary feedback. Step 4. To block a seat, admission fees must be paid within the stipulated time frame of 1 week.
