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Taught languages English, Hindi, Marathi, French, Spanish, German
Strengths STEM, Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction
Hiranandani Foundation School International (HFSI) in Powai, Mumbai serves students aged 2 to 18. The curriculum includes Cambridge Primary (I–V) and Cambridge Secondary (VI–IX), Cambridge IGCSE, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for XI–XII, with a Montessori Curriculum used in the early years. The IBDP includes a CAS component to foster creativity, activity and service, and the school's mission emphasises international mindedness through critical thinking and inquiry-based learning. The school was established in 2008 by Late Dr. L. Hiranandani, and the Principal and Head of School is Mrs. Kalyani Patnaik. Facilities feature modern science and computer laboratories, an auditorium, spacious classrooms and play areas, plus a sports ground with changing rooms to support cricket, football, swimming and basketball. Extracurriculars include HFSMUN and QuizDP (Academic and Intellectual), Speech and Drama with Trinity College (Arts and Creative), and Community and Service activities. The campus also hosts career days, inter-school competitions and year-round coaching through the Hiranandani Sports Studio.
Hiranandani Foundation School International (HFS) has 2,610 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
Richmond Street, Hiranandani Gardens, Powai, Mumbai 400 076, India. The school is located on Richmond Street in Hiranandani Gardens, Powai. The address is HFS International Powai, Richmond Street, Powai, Mumbai 400 076.
Stages
Pre-Primary; Cambridge International Primary (grades I-V); Cambridge International Secondary (grades VI-IX); International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (XI-XII).
Type
International school (day). The school offers Cambridge International Examinations (CAIE) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).
School day structure
CAIE Grade 1–10: 8:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.; IBDP: 8:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; Nursery to Senior KG: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Regular) or 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Full Time).
Fees
Annual tuition at Hiranandani Foundation School International (HFS) ranges from INR 64,000 to INR 370,000 for 2026/27.
Tuition fees by year group (reported figures and available public figures)
- Pre‑Nursery / Nursery: Tuition ₹64,000 per year; plus one‑time admission/registration ₹5,000 for a new admission (total first‑year cost reported as ₹69,000).
- Primary, Middle and Senior (day school, IB / IGCSE): Annual tuition commonly reported around ₹270,000 per year for day students (this figure is quoted as the standard annual fee for the IB/IGCSE day school offering).
- Additional recurring/annual charges reported separately: an "other fees" component of approximately ₹100,000 per year is listed by sources alongside the annual tuition figure; this item is reported separately from the tuition line.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school follows an academic session that is listed as April to March. Specific term/semester billing cycles and exact due dates for tuition instalments are not published in a publicly accessible fee schedule.
- The school's parent/teacher platform / mobile app supports online fee payment functionality for families. For payment queries the school provides an Accounts telephone number and Accounts email address.
Boarding / hostel fees
- The school is a day school; no hostel / boarding facility is offered and therefore no boarding fees apply.
Other costs and typical additional charges (as reported)
- Transport: Transport/bus service is provided; transport charges are route and service dependent and are reported as an additional charge (no universal published amount found).
- Miscellaneous / "other fees": A separate "other fees" line of about ₹100,000 per year is reported by some sources (this has been listed independently of the tuition figure).
- Uniforms, text books, exam fees, activity fees and similar ancillary charges are commonly applied by schools of this type; however, a public, line‑by‑line schedule for uniform / books / exam fees and per‑grade breakdowns was not available in the public fee information found.
Refund information
- No explicit, publicly posted refund policy or refundable security / caution deposit schedule (for example amounts, refund conditions or timelines) was found in the public fee information available. Details on refundability of any deposits or on fee refund conditions are therefore not available in the public material reviewed.
Fee payment options
- Online payment via the school's parent/teacher portal or mobile app is supported. The school's Accounts office contact details (telephone and email) are published for billing and payment queries; these channels are used for fee communications and payment coordination. Specific online payment methods (net banking, UPI, debit/credit card, demand draft) are not itemised in a publicly posted fee document.
Brief summary of findings and missing public details
- Publicly available sources consistently identify the school as a day school (no boarding) and quote a commonly cited annual tuition for the IB/IGCSE day school of approximately ₹270,000 per year. Sources also report a separate "other fees" component of about ₹100,000 and a Pre‑Nursery/Nursery tuition + admission example of ₹64,000 + ₹5,000.
- A full, official line‑by‑line fee schedule showing: per‑grade tuition for every year group, term‑wise instalment amounts and due dates, published amounts for transport by route, uniform/textbook charges, security deposit/caution money and the school's formal refund policy were not found in the public materials reviewed. The school's published pages and the available third‑party listings provide partial figures and summary annual amounts rather than a comprehensive, itemised, per‑term fee schedule.
Academics
Hiranandani Foundation School International (HFS) teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP), Montessori Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
The school offers Cambridge International Primary (grades I–V) and Cambridge International Secondary (grades VI–IX) under Cambridge International Examinations. Cambridge qualifications provide learners with a global passport to success and lead seamlessly from primary through to secondary and pre-university years. It offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for XI–XII. The school is affiliated with the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) and with Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE). The IBDP includes a CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) component to foster creativity, activity and service. The mission emphasizes international mindedness through critical thinking and inquiry-based learning.
Higher Education Progression
The counseling team helps students enroll into universities around the globe.
Gifted and Talented
The school encourages students to develop their hidden talents through vocational subjects, greater interaction and non-academic exercises.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) is a central pillar of social and emotional learning, helping students become responsible, compassionate citizens. Creativity covers arts and imaginative activities beyond the regular curriculum. Activity includes expeditions, sports, and physical activities. Service involves community or social service, including work with NGOs. The school provides counseling to help students refine their plans and apply to universities globally; Spectra promotes mental wellbeing.
Mental Wellbeing
Spectra, a mental health awareness festival, was conducted to promote mental wellbeing among students and staff. The counseling team supports students by helping them clarify ideas and plan university enrollment.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Choose the correct application form under Application Forms: IBDP Admission - XI & XII; Cambridge International Primary grade I-V; Cambridge International Secondary grade VI-IX; Pre-Primary Admission. The IBDP form is for XI–XII, the Cambridge Primary form covers grades I–V, the Cambridge Secondary form covers grades VI–IX, and the Pre-Primary form covers Toddler, Nursery, JR.KG and SR.KG. Admission is open for Nursery to CAIE IX in 2026-27, and IBDP XI–XII in 2026-28. 2. Complete the form's sections: A. Personal Data of Student; B. Academic Record; C. Other Information; D. Subjects Chosen (for IBDP); E. Personal Data of the Parents; F. Attachments of Any other achievements. The Personal Data section requires title, student name, grade of admission, residential address, residence telephone, mobile number, place and date of birth, nationality, and student email. The Academic Record section asks for the name and address of the last attended institution; the Other Information section requests details on sports and cultural events; the Attachments section allows up to four attachments with a maximum of 2 MB each. For IBDP applicants, Group 1–6 subject selections are listed, with a minimum of 6 subjects and three at Higher Level (HL) and three at Standard Level (SL). 3. Attach required documents and review subject choices: Attachments may include marksheets or certificates as attested copies; the maximum file size per attachment is 2 MB. The Cambridge Primary / Cambridge Secondary forms also require attachments as part of the submission. 4. Submit the Registration Form and note the admission outcome: Submission of Registration Form doesn't guarantee admission. For inquiries, contact Admissions Enquiries at +91 86579 54016 or +91 (22) 4966 6902 / 4966 6900; you may also reach the school at the Richmond Street, Hiranandani Gardens, Powai, Mumbai 400 076 address or via the listed emails.
FAQs
What curriculum does Hiranandani Foundation School International follow?
The school offers Cambridge International Primary (grades I–V) and Cambridge International Secondary (grades VI–IX) under Cambridge International Examinations.
Where is Hiranandani Foundation School International located?
Richmond Street, Hiranandani Gardens, Powai, Mumbai 400 076, India. The school is located on Richmond Street in Hiranandani Gardens, Powai. The address is HFS International Powai, Richmond Street, Powai, Mumbai 400 076.
What age groups does the school serve?
Pre-Primary; Cambridge International Primary (grades I-V); Cambridge International Secondary (grades VI-IX); International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (XI-XII).
What are the school hours?
CAIE Grade 1–10: 8:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m.; IBDP: 8:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; Nursery to Senior KG: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Regular) or 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (Full Time).
How does admissions work?
1. Choose the correct application form under Application Forms: IBDP Admission - XI & XII; Cambridge International Primary grade I-V; Cambridge International Secondary grade VI-IX; Pre-Primary Admission.
What accreditations does the school hold?
British Council International School Award
IBO (International Baccalaureate) affiliation
CAIE (Cambridge Assessment International Education) affiliation
What languages are taught?
Languages offered across the Cambridge curriculum include English, Hindi, Marathi, French, and Spanish. For Cambridge Primary Grades I–III, Group 1 languages are First Language English, Hindi, and Marathi.
What wellbeing support is available?
Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) is a central pillar of social and emotional learning, helping students become responsible, compassionate citizens. Creativity covers arts and imaginative activities beyond the regular curriculum.
What facilities does the school have?
The school offers sound infrastructure, well-equipped laboratories, wide open spaces, a plethora of sports, recreational activities, challenging competitions, and career days.
When was Hiranandani Foundation School International founded?
The inception of HFS International from HFS took place in early 2008. The school aims to shape children not only into global professionals but also good citizens. Late Dr. L. Hiranandani is the founding father of HFS International. Mr.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Speech and Drama is designed for Grades I through VIII and includes a host of drama activities and exercises to develop listening, speaking, and movement skills.
