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COIS offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) for students aged 6 to 19. The IB framework emphasizes inquiry-based learning and the development of inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people, with a curriculum tailored to meet each learner's needs. The approach fosters independent thinking and problem solving as core skills for real-life inquiry and understanding.
Visual arts and performing arts are promoted through Heritage Fest drawing and painting competitions, with students like Jiyul Lee securing first place in drawing and painting. A student has delivered a solo painting exhibition at Ahmedabad's Amdavad ni Gufa. Musicians and artists showcase talent in events such as a musical fusion competition won by Dev Joshi, and handwriting and other arts-based recognitions feature in Heritage Fest.
COIS participates in Model United Nations events, including Navrachana International Model United Nations, where a COIS student earned Best Delegate in the International Press Committee. Language achievement is demonstrated by COIS students in the SOF English Olympiad and the French Olympiad. Cultural activities include Heritage Fest arts and exhibitions, and leadership initiatives such as Girl Up Club activites.
Sports and recreational clubs are active, including BPA cricket tournaments. Karate and swimming achievements are notable, with students earning belts and medals, and Vivaan Sinha winning gold in football. Music and arts-related hobbies are highlighted through events like musical fusion competitions and Heritage Fest activities such as handwriting and painting contests.
Community engagement includes Plantation activities and field trips to science and space centers, fostering environmental awareness and experiential learning. Field trips have included visits to Dr. Vikram Sarabhai Space Exhibition and the Vikram A Sarabhai Community Science Center. The University Fair exposes students to higher education and career opportunities, while Yoga features as part of campus activities.
Leadership and professional development are fostered through Model United Nations participation, with COIS students earning recognition at events such as Navrachana International MUN. Vanshi Patel served as president of Ahmedabad's first Girl Up Club, engaging in UNICEF and UNESCO initiatives. Personal projects and certifications, such as Aanya Joshi's Personal Project and Aatmaj Mehta's Trinity Piano Level 3, demonstrate student initiative and professional skills.
Wellbeing is supported by a School Wellness Policy that includes physical activity classes and clubs, aftercare, intramurals, and other out-of-school activities. Yoga is offered as part of COIS's wellness initiatives. Students also achieve in athletics, including swimming medals, and other sports such as football and karate.
Calorx Olive International School (COIS) is a private IB World School for ages 3 to 18, offering the IB Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme on a campus in India. The 10-acre site has four blocks—Admin, Primary, Secondary and Junior College—designed for calm spaces. The campus uses wind direction, vastu and sun orientation to support wellbeing, while open-air classrooms connect students with nature. Primary students navigate with clear signage; classrooms accommodate up to 22 learners and include lockers, movable furniture and dedicated corners for Resource, Reading, Art and Math. All rooms feature a computer and wireless internet, with a white screen for audiovisual teaching. Science labs house PASCO instruments for experiments. COIS emphasizes inquiry-based IB learning with clubs and events, including Model United Nations, Heritage Fest, and leadership through the Girl Up Club, fostering service, language skills and creativity. Wellbeing is supported by a School Wellness Policy.
