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B.D. Somani International School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₹564,000 - 1,260,000
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 800
Type Co-educational
Opened 2006
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Hindi, French, Spanish, Marathi
Typical class size 6
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Leadership and Professional, Arts and Creative
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

BD Somani International School in Mumbai offers an international path from Early Years to High School. The campus at 625 G. D. Somani Marg in Cuffe Parade sits on a tree-lined street and provides small classes, on-site facilities, and spaces designed for experiential learning inside and outside the classroom. The school follows the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), alongside Cambridge Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, and Cambridge IBDP pathways, enabling a flexible, inquiry-based approach to study and global citizenship. A dedicated University Guidance Office delivers bespoke counselling, and the school reports that 100% of graduates go on to colleges worldwide, including recent acceptances at Ivy League and Oxbridge institutions. The program emphasizes a broad extracurricular life with sports, arts, languages, and theatre, plus clubs such as Model United Nations, Student Council, and BD Broadcast. Facilities support sports, performing arts, and creative work within a compact, community-focused campus.

625, G.D. Somani Marg, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai 60005

The Essentials

B.D. Somani International School has 800 pupils, typical class sizes of 6, instruction in English.

Location
Located in a quiet tree-lined street in Cuffe Parade, at the heart of South Mumbai. The campus is at 625 G.D. Somani Marg, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai 400005.

Stages
Reception to Grade 11; Early Years, Primary Years, Middle School, IGCSE, IB Diploma Programme.

Type
International school

Additional learning support
Learning support and counselling are provided.

Country affiliation
India
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Kindergarten to Grade 8 have a school uniform which consists of a yellow shirt paired with blue shorts/skorts or track pants and regulation shoes. A PE uniform is track pants and a coloured House t‑shirt. There is no uniform for Grades 9–12; however, students are asked to dress modestly and in a non‑distracting way, to facilitate focus on academic studies.

Food Options
Lunch is prepared daily in the school cafeteria and is vegetarian, following a four‑week menu. Students may bring a home lunch; lunch must be brought to school by the student and packaged or store‑bought food is not allowed. Middle School and Primary students may choose school lunch or home lunch; Grades 9–12 may also purchase food from the BD Canteen.

House System
The school has four houses: Blue – Falcon, Green – Hawk, Red – Kite, Orange – Eagle. Students are assigned to a House in Grade 1 and remain in that House through Grade 12. Houses are used for classroom grouping, PE teams and Sports Day.

Governance and Ownership
The school was founded in 2006 by Aradhana Somani, who serves as Founder & Director. The Leadership team includes Navroz Billimoria as Head of School and Principal, Secondary School, and Shilpa Sharma as Principal, Primary School.
Fees

Annual tuition at B.D. Somani International School ranges from INR 564,000 to INR 1,260,000 for 2026/27.

Admission & application fees

- Application Fee (one-time, non-refundable): ₹4,000.
- Admission Fee (one-time, non-refundable, payable on acceptance): ₹65,000.
- Caution Fee (one-time, refundable, payable on acceptance): ₹25,000 (refunded after adjustment for any sums owed when the student leaves or is withdrawn).
- For admission into Grade 11 there is a one-time, non-refundable application fee of ₹7,000.

Tuition fees — per semester and per academic year (2025–26 per-semester figures)

Primary School (per semester / per academic year = 2 semesters):
- Reception: ₹3,05,000 per semester (₹6,10,000 per year).
- Junior Kindergarten: ₹2,90,000 per semester (₹5,80,000 per year).
- Kindergarten: ₹2,90,000 per semester (₹5,80,000 per year).
- Grade 1: ₹4,60,000 per semester (₹9,20,000 per year).
- Grade 2: ₹4,28,000 per semester (₹8,56,000 per year).
- Grade 3: ₹3,98,000 per semester (₹7,96,000 per year).
- Grade 4: ₹3,70,000 per semester (₹7,40,000 per year).
- Grade 5: ₹3,55,000 per semester (₹7,10,000 per year).

Secondary School (per semester / per academic year = 2 semesters):
- Grade 6: ₹4,82,000 per semester (₹9,64,000 per year).
- Grade 7: ₹4,48,000 per semester (₹8,96,000 per year).
- Grade 8: ₹4,16,000 per semester (₹8,32,000 per year).
- Grade 9: ₹3,87,000 per semester (₹7,74,000 per year).
- Grade 10: ₹2,82,000 per semester (₹5,64,000 per year).
- Grade 11 (IB Diploma years): ₹6,30,000 per semester (₹12,60,000 per year).
- Grade 12 (IB Diploma years): ₹6,10,000 per semester (₹12,20,000 per year).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- The academic year is divided into two semesters: Semester 1 runs August–December and Semester 2 runs January–June. Tuition is published and billed on a per-semester basis.
- The Admission Fee and Caution Fee are payable at the point of acceptance. The Application Fee is payable with the printed application form.
- Specific invoice due dates, instalment plans, late-payment penalties and exact billing deadlines are determined through the school's billing/accounts process and are not shown in the semester fee listing.

Boarding fees

- Boarding is not applicable: no boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's admissions and FAQ material. B.D. Somani operates as a day school.

Other costs and recurring charges

- Uniform: Kindergarten to Grade 8 students wear a school uniform (yellow shirt with blue shorts/skorts or track pants and regulation shoes); PE uniform (track pants and House t-shirt) is required. There is no uniform requirement for Grades 9–12. Uniform purchase costs are not published.
- Lunch: Primary students must commit to either school lunch or home lunch for the semester; Middle and Upper Secondary students have options described by year group. School lunch is provided as a vegetarian menu; any additional cost structure for lunch is not listed.
- After‑school programs: After‑school activities for certain grades are available at an additional cost; specific activity charges are set each semester.
- Examination and external-course charges, textbooks, transport (bus) fees, specific stationery or kit charges and any occasional trip or camp fees may be billed separately; no comprehensive price list for these items is published alongside the semester tuition figures.

Refund information

- The Caution Fee (₹25,000) is refundable after adjustment for any sums owed when a student leaves or is withdrawn. The Admission Fee and Application Fee are non-refundable.

Fee payment options

- The school lists a Parent Portal and uses the school's admissions/accounts processes to issue invoices and manage enrolment charges. Specific accepted payment instruments (for example: credit card, debit card, bank transfer, cheque, online gateway) are not published with the semester fee listing and are managed by the school's billing/accounts team.

Administrative notes and important points for parents

- Parents are informed of fees for Grades 6–10 while a child is in Grade 5, and of fees for Grades 11–12 while a child is in Grade 9. This is part of the school's fee-structure planning and communications approach.

Items not published in the semester fee listing (summary of missing details)

- The public semester fee listing supplies per-semester tuition amounts and the one-time admission/application/caution fees but does not publish: (a) exact invoice due dates or a full billing calendar, (b) detailed instalment plans or early‑payment discounts, (c) explicit accepted payment methods and bank/merchant details, (d) prices for uniforms, transport, textbooks, exam-entry fees or co-curricular activity line-item charges, and (e) any separate capital levies or development charges. These items are handled through the school's accounts/billing process.
Academics

B.D. Somani International School teaches IB (PYP), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP).

Curriculum
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE). The curriculum follows a progressive approach with a blend of internationally recognised frameworks designed to foster inquiry and investigation, and to nurture global citizenship.

Student Teacher Ratio
1:6

Exam Results
IBDP results (2025): 43 students; 14% scored 40 points or above; BDSIS average 34.21; world average 30.58; difference 3.63. IGCSE results (2025): 76% achieved A*/A in all 9 subjects; 92% achieved B or above in all 9 subjects.

Higher Education Progression
100% of graduates go on to attend colleges and universities worldwide.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a structured guidance and counselling framework to support social and emotional development. There are three Counsellors (two in Primary, one in Secondary) and five Learning Support teachers (two in Primary, three in Secondary) who work with students individually or in small groups. One-on-one support does not take place without parental discussion and permission; small group work may be conducted as part of classroom life to address issues such as social dynamics and bullying or to build new skills. The aim is to help students understand challenges in learning or emotional development, to learn strategies, and to advocate for themselves. The approach fosters self-awareness, empathy, and interpersonal skills to promote long-term well-being.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school maintains a Learning Support (LS) and Special Educational Needs (SEN) framework to support students with learning differences. Primary LS teachers focus on literacy (and sometimes numeracy) to assist students with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and other language-based difficulties. In Secondary, the SEN/LS department provides an inclusive educational environment and Remedial Support, with early identification of needs. Remedial teaching aims to build skills to overcome learning gaps and bring students up to grade level, with assessments conducted under fair conditions. The LS/SEN team collaborates with parents, students, counselors, teachers, and administrators to support learning.

Mental Wellbeing
The learning and guidance framework supports students' mental wellbeing through counselling and guidance services. The team helps students understand emotional challenges and develop strategies for resilience and self-management. Counselling is available to primary and secondary students through dedicated counsellors, with one-on-one support arranged with parental discussion and consent. Small group work may address social dynamics, bullying or skill-building within the school setting. The approach aims to help students become self-aware, resilient, and better equipped to manage stress, contributing to long-term wellbeing.

Safeguarding
The school provides a safe, nurturing environment that fosters positive self-esteem. It emphasizes safeguarding by prioritizing student safety, well-being, and responsible citizenship within a values-driven and mission-led framework.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 2006, B.D. Somani International School began as a two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. It has grown into a centre of learning in the 21st century from Early Years to High School. The campus is located at 625 G.D. Somani Marg, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai 400005. Aradhana Somani is the Founder and Director, and Navroz Billimoria is Head of School and Principal, Secondary School.

Community
The school describes itself as a close-knit community that supports each other. Alumni Guidance, Success Stories and a Parent Portal support ongoing engagement within the community. BEAMS Volume II: Science Inside Out and related school life content highlight ongoing events and cultural activity. Students may participate in leadership through Student Council, House Council, and the MUN Secretariat.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Located in a quiet tree-lined street in Cuffe Parade, South Mumbai, the campus has on-campus facilities. The school is located at 625, G.D. Somani Marg, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai 400005. The school describes its learning framework as international with small classes and facilities. Admissions materials note that the campus supports experiential learning inside and outside the classroom.

Sports Facilities
The school offers a variety of sports. Sports are part of the extracurricular activities available at the school. The extracurricular program also includes cultural, service, and theatre productions.

Academic Facilities
The school offers International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE). The University Guidance Office provides bespoke counselling to students. 100% of students go on to colleges and universities around the world, including recent acceptances within the Ivy League and Oxbridge. The curriculum blends internationally recognised frameworks that foster inquiry and investigation.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extra-curricular participation is encouraged across various activities. A range of sports, cultural, service, theatre productions, and career-related and personal enrichment activities are offered. Programs include Model United Nations, Student Council, Yearbook and BD Broadcast.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a broad range of after-school and extracurricular activities. In Middle School, the year includes Debates, Quizzes, Be the Dancer, creative writing, Chess, and Football and Basketball championships. Students also participate in inter-school competitions such as MUN, football, basketball and cricket tournaments, and the school organises interschool events including BDMUN and the BD Liga. Middle School Science Fairs celebrate the spirit of curiosity and scientific inquiry, with student groups developing research questions, conducting experiments, analysing data and presenting findings.

Arts & Creative
Arts (Visual Art, Drama, and Music) are offered. Be the Dancer is a school activity, and creative writing is encouraged. The Annual Day concert showcases student talent.

Cultural & Language
World languages include French, Spanish and Hindi. Hindi Divas and World Language Day are celebrated.

Social & Hobbies
Debates, Quizzes, Be the Dancer, creative writing, Chess, and Football and Basketball championships are part of student life. Students also take part in inter-school events such as MUN, football, basketball and cricket tournaments. The school has a House system (Hawk, Kite, Falcon and Eagle) and a Student Council that organizes activities.

Community & Service
Community Service involves volunteers at Fisherman's Colony, ADAPT and Balwadi. Field trips and yearly educational trips foster teamwork, social skills and experiential learning.

Leadership & Professional
The House system and Student Council provide leadership opportunities. Interschool events such as BDMUN and BD Liga offer leadership and teamwork experiences. MUN is a key part of student leadership development.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports and physical education are emphasized through interschool competitions in football, basketball and cricket, plus the BD Liga interschool football league. Field trips and annual Day events promote community and well-being. The school encourages collaborative activities that support physical and social well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
French is offered as a Foreign Language in IGCSE (0520) and French Ab Initio is offered in the IB Diploma Programme.

Immersion Programs
The school runs a French immersion programme for Grades 9 and 11 to Saint-Malo and Normandy.
Reputation

Awards
Class Valedictorian: Awarded to the student with the highest cumulative GPA over the two years in the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP). Citizenship Award: Awarded to a Grade 12 student who has been instrumental in creating a positive impact on the school community. Best Student: Awarded to a student in every grade level who has consistently achieved high scores. Subject Awards: Awarded at the end of each academic year to the best student in each subject.

Accreditations
Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE): Cambridge IGCSE is part of the curriculum and Cambridge Lower Secondary is used in middle school, with examinations in Grade 8 (English, Mathematics, Science). The Cambridge CAIE framework is integrated into the middle and high school programs. International Baccalaureate (IB): The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and is pursuing authorization as an IB World School; it is a Candidate School for the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP).
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. The school follows the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and uses an inquiry‑based, globally oriented approach to learning.AY 2027-28 admissions are open. The program aims to develop higher‑order thinking and global citizenship. The admissions team invites families to inquire and apply. Step 2. The application fee is ₹4,000 and is non‑refundable when submitted with the printed application form. The application process begins after submission and does not guarantee acceptance. The printed application form must accompany the submission. Step 3. Upon acceptance, a one‑time non‑refundable Admission Fee of ₹65,000 is payable. A one‑time refundable Caution Fee of ₹25,000 is payable at acceptance. The Caution Fee is refunded after adjustments when the student leaves or is withdrawn. Step 4. Fees per semester are published for 2025‑26. Primary School fees per semester include Reception ₹3,05,000; Junior K ₹2,90,000; Kindergarten ₹2,90,000; Grade 1 ₹4,60,000; Grade 2 ₹4,28,000; Grade 3 ₹3,98,000; Grade 4 ₹3,70,000; Grade 5 ₹3,55,000. Secondary School fees per semester include Grade 6 ₹4,82,000; Grade 7 ₹4,48,000; Grade 8 ₹4,16,000; Grade 9 ₹3,87,000; Grade 10 ₹2,82,000; Grade 11 ₹6,30,000; Grade 12 ₹6,10,000. Fees for Grades 6–10 are informed in Grade 5; Fees for Grades 11–12 are informed in Grade 9. Step 5. Admissions Department is located at 625, G.D. Somani Marg, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai 400005. Primary School contact: +91 22 6990 9988; Secondary School contact: +91 22 6990 9900. Email: admissions@bdsint.org.
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