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Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Good Shepherd International School (GSIS) is a co-educational residential school founded in 1977 in Ootacamund (Ooty), in the Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu, India. Set on a 150-acre campus at an elevation of 7,000 feet, GSIS is one of the few schools worldwide authorised to offer the complete IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, and DP), alongside ICSE, ISC, and Cambridge IGCSE curricula. Approximately 800 students from over 30 countries attend Grades 4 through 12 in a fully residential environment. The campus features 56 classrooms, a heated swimming pool, an 80-bed infirmary, equestrian facilities, and extensive sports infrastructure. GSIS holds designations as a Google Reference School, an IELTS test centre, and a Trinity College London exam centre.
Good Shepherd Knowledge Village, M. Palada Post, Ooty, Tamil Nadu 643004, India
The Essentials
Good Shepherd International School has 800 pupils, typical class sizes of 4, instruction in English.
Location
Muthorai Palada, Ootacamund (Ooty), Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu 643 004, India
Stages
Grades 4 to 12 (approximately ages 9 to 18)
Type
Co-educational residential (boarding) international school
Pupil Nationality Mix
Students from over 30 countries, creating a diverse international community
Additional learning support
Career guidance and counselling services are available. The school offers multiple curriculum pathways to suit different learning needs.
Country affiliation
India (ICSE/ISC) with international curricula (IB, Cambridge)
Religious affiliation
Christian foundation. Students of all faiths are welcome.
School day structure
Fully residential programme with structured daily schedules covering academics, sports, activities, and pastoral care
Bus service
Not applicable. GSIS is a fully residential boarding school. Transportation assistance is available for travel to and from Ooty.
Fees
Annual fees for 2024-25 range from INR 11.5 lakhs (ICSE Grade 6) to INR 19.5 lakhs (IBDP/IGCSE senior grades). Fees cover tuition, boarding, meals, and activities.
Academics
Good Shepherd International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Indian Curriculum for students aged 9 to 18.
Curriculum
GSIS is one of the few schools worldwide offering the complete IB Continuum: the Primary Years Programme (Grades 4-5), the Middle Years Programme (Grades 6-10), and the Diploma Programme (Grades 11-12). Additionally, ICSE (Grades 6-10), ISC (Grades 11-12), and Cambridge IGCSE (Grades 6-10) are offered. The school is also an Advanced Placement (AP) exam centre.
Student Teacher Ratio
Approximately 4:1 student-to-teacher ratio across the campus
Exam Results
Students sit IB Diploma, ICSE, ISC, and IGCSE examinations. Contact the school for specific results and averages.
Higher Education Progression
Career guidance and counselling department supports students with university applications worldwide. GSIS is an IELTS test centre and Trinity College London exam centre, facilitating international university admissions.
Gifted and Talented
Multiple curriculum pathways (IB, IGCSE, ICSE) and AP exam centre allow students to pursue the most challenging academic route suited to their abilities
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Pastoral care programme supports student wellbeing and personal development in the residential setting
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Contact the school for information on special education needs provision
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Support is available for students who need to develop their English language proficiency
Mental Wellbeing
80-bed infirmary with round-the-clock medical officers and nurses. Counselling services and pastoral care are integral to the residential programme.
Safeguarding
Comprehensive safeguarding with 24-hour supervision, medical facilities, and pastoral care in a secure residential campus
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions follow a one-day evaluation process held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays with a maximum of five groups daily. Steps include online registration with past three years' mark sheets, an aptitude test in maths, English, and life skills, a campus visit and interview, and fee payment. Only Grades 4 to 8 accept new students in the first term. Grades 10 and 12 do not accept new admissions. Registration fee is INR 30,000 (non-refundable).
Scholarships
Contact the school for information on scholarship and financial aid programmes
Waitlist
Limited seats are available each year. Contact the school for waitlist information.
FAQs
What grades does GSIS offer?
GSIS serves students from Grade 4 to Grade 12, approximately ages 9 to 18.
What curricula are available?
GSIS offers the complete IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP), ICSE, ISC, and Cambridge IGCSE. The school is also an AP exam centre.
Is GSIS a boarding school?
Yes, GSIS is a fully residential boarding school with separate hostels for boys and girls on a 150-acre campus.
How many students attend?
Approximately 800 students from over 30 countries are enrolled.
What are the fees?
Annual fees for 2024-25 range from INR 11.5 lakhs (ICSE Grade 6) to INR 19.5 lakhs (IBDP). Fees cover tuition, boarding, meals, and activities.
A 150-acre campus at 7,000 feet elevation in the Nilgiri Hills, with 56 classrooms, sports facilities, an 80-bed infirmary, and extensive outdoor spaces.
What is the admissions process?
A one-day evaluation held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, including aptitude tests in maths, English, and life skills, a campus visit, and an interview.
What meal options are available?
Multi-cuisine dining with vegetarian, egg-vegetarian, non-vegetarian, and Jain meal options.
What is the student-teacher ratio?
Approximately 4:1 student-to-teacher ratio.
Is the school IB authorised?
Yes, GSIS is one of the few schools worldwide authorised to offer the complete IB Continuum: PYP, MYP, and DP.
When was GSIS founded?
GSIS was founded in 1977 in Ootacamund (Ooty), Tamil Nadu.
What medical facilities are on campus?
An 80-bed infirmary with round-the-clock medical officers and nurses is available on campus.
Can students take IELTS on campus?
Yes, GSIS is an IELTS test centre and a Trinity College London exam centre.
What payment plans are available?
Flexible monthly (4, 7, or 10-month), half-yearly, and annual payment plans are available through the Parent Portal.
