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Nita Mukesh Ambani Junior School

India, Mumbai

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₹488,400 - 540,400
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 506
Type Co-educational
Opened 2024
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP)
Taught languages English, Hindi, Marathi, French, Spanish, Gujarati
Typical class size 30
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School
Introduction

Nita Mukesh Ambani Junior School (NMAJS) is an IB World School delivering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Nursery to Class V and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Classes VI–VII. It operates across two Mumbai campuses: the Early Years Campus at the Jio World Centre for ages 3–6, and the NMAJS campus in Bandra-Kurla Complex for classes I–VII. The Early Years environment follows an inquiry-led, Reggio Emilia-inspired approach, with a custom-built play village, a gymnastics arena, a sensory space and outdoor play areas. Across PYP and MYP, classrooms are flexible and collaborative, supported by Learning Centers, Satellite Libraries, Science Labs and spaces including Music Rooms, Art Rooms, a Black Box, a Dance Studio and a Sensory Room, plus an Auditorium and collaboration spaces. The school emphasizes 21st‑century skills, inquiry and global citizenship, with Community Service from Class I onwards and a strong arts and sport programme. The founder is Nita Mukesh Ambani; DAIS provides guiding leadership.

Plot SF7 and 9B, G Block, Bandra‑Kurla Complex (BKC), Bandra East, Mumbai 400098

The Essentials

Nita Mukesh Ambani Junior School has 506 pupils, typical class sizes of 30, instruction in English.

Location
Plot SF7 and 9B, G Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai 400098. The campus sits in Bandra-Kurla Complex, a major business district in Mumbai. Nita Mukesh Ambani Junior School comprises two campuses: the Early Years Campus and the main NMAJS campus offering the IB programmes. Tel: 31137000, 01, 02; Email: info@nmajs.edu.in.

Stages
Nita Mukesh Ambani Junior School (Early Years Campus) provides Nursery, Lower Kindergarten and Upper Kindergarten. Nita Mukesh Ambani Junior School offers PYP Classes I-V and MYP Classes VI-VII.

Type
IB World School (PYP and MYP).
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is blue with suns and rainbows and must be worn Monday to Thursday. On designated days, other dress codes apply for events and activities.

Food Options
The dining hall serves vegetarian snacks and lunch. The canteen committee includes teachers, a canteen manager, a canteen chef, a dietician, and an external chef; the menu is prepared in advance to provide healthy meals in line with government regulations. The school cannot cater to special meal requests, and students may bring their own lunch in a tiffin/snack box; lunch deliveries are not permitted.

House System
There are four houses—Jaguars (Red), Panthers (Blue), Tigers (Green) and Lions (Yellow). Primary Classes I–V are Cubs.

Governance and Ownership
The mother institution is DAIS, guiding NMAJS. Nita Mukesh Ambani is Founder and Chairperson, and Isha Ambani Piramal is Vice Chairperson.
Fees

Annual tuition at Nita Mukesh Ambani Junior School ranges from INR 488,400 to INR 540,400 for 2026/27.

Application & Registration
- Registration charge (paid when submitting the online application): INR 8,000 (non‑refundable).
- One‑time Admission Fee (payable at acceptance of an offer):
- Nursery, LKG & UKG (PYP – Early Years): INR 40,700.
- Classes I–V (PYP): INR 40,700.
- Classes VI–VII (MYP): INR 45,000.

Tuition and Term Fees (annual amounts and per‑term breakdown)
- Annual fees (Tuition Fee + Annual Term Fee) by year group:
- Nursery, LKG & UKG (PYP – Early Years): Tuition Fee INR 4,88,400; Term Fee INR 81,400.
- Classes I–V (PYP): Tuition Fee INR 4,88,400; Term Fee INR 81,400.
- Classes VI–VII (MYP): Tuition Fee INR 5,40,400; Term Fee INR 89,800.

- How these annual amounts are billed (per the published fee schedule):
- Term I (at acceptance of admission): 50% of the annual Tuition Fee plus 50% of the annual Term Fee. For example:
- Nursery / I–V: Term I due at acceptance = Tuition INR 244,200 + Term Fee INR 40,700 = INR 284,900.
- VI–VII: Term I due at acceptance = Tuition INR 270,200 + Term Fee INR 44,900 = INR 315,100.
- Term II (remaining 50% of annual Tuition Fee): payable as two equal quarterly instalments; the Term Fee for Term II (the remaining 50% of the annual Term Fee) is payable with the payment due in the third quarter. Example instalments:
- Nursery / I–V: remaining Tuition INR 244,200 paid as two quarterly instalments of INR 122,100; remaining Term Fee INR 40,700 is payable with the third‑quarter payment.
- VI–VII: remaining Tuition INR 270,200 paid as two quarterly instalments of INR 135,100; remaining Term Fee INR 44,900 is payable with the third‑quarter payment.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition and recurring charges for bus service and school lunch are billed quarterly; Term Fee is billed half‑yearly. Quarter payment windows for the 2026–27 academic year are set in advance (example quarter windows for Nursery/EYC: mid‑June, mid‑September, mid‑December, mid‑March). Non‑payment within due dates attracts late fees: INR 50 per day for up to 10 days overdue; INR 100 per day beyond 10 days. The school requires the first quarter's fees to be paid before the academic year begins as per the dates communicated to parents.

Boarding / Residential
- Boarding is not applicable — Nita Mukesh Ambani Junior School operates as a day school (no boarding fees).

Other costs and recurring extras
- Additional items billed separately (parents should expect separate charges): school lunch/snacks, school transport (bus), compulsory educational trips and excursions, learning resources and textbooks, examination/assessment fees, and other grade‑specific program costs. These items are charged in addition to the Tuition and Term Fees.

Refund information and withdrawal
- Refund rules for Tuition Fee and Term Fee if a parent withdraws before the start of the academic year:
- If withdrawal or written notice is received on or prior to 90 days before the scheduled start of the academic year: 100% refund of Tuition Fee and Term Fee.
- If withdrawal is given less than 90 days but on or prior to 45 days before the scheduled start: 50% refund of Tuition Fee.
- If withdrawal is given less than 45 days before start of the academic year: no refund of Tuition Fee. Term Fee refund conditions follow similar timelines (100% if on or prior to 90 days; 50% if less than 90 days). Amounts paid for school transport and school lunch will be refunded if the withdrawal occurs before the scheduled start of the academic year. After the academic term/year has commenced, Tuition Fee, Term Fee and other charges paid for that term are not refunded under any circumstances.

Fee payment options and practical payment notes
- Accepted payment routes: online payment through the NMAJS parent portal / admissions portal (payment gateway; convenience charges may apply), or by cheque / demand draft / pay order drawn in favour of the school as specified in admission communications. Parents will be provided with the online payment link or portal instructions and are responsible for any gateway convenience charges. All fee payments and receipts are managed through the school's parent portal.

Summary for quick reference
- Registration charge (online application): INR 8,000 (non‑refundable).
- One‑time Admission Fee (at acceptance): Nursery–Class V INR 40,700; Classes VI–VII INR 45,000.
- Annual Tuition + Term Fee (examples): Nursery / I–V = Tuition INR 4,88,400 + Term Fee INR 81,400; VI–VII = Tuition INR 5,40,400 + Term Fee INR 89,800.
- Billing rhythm: first payment at acceptance (50% tuition + 50% term fee); remainder of tuition split into two quarterly instalments; term fee for second term payable with the third quarter. Quarterly billing windows and late fee penalties are published to parents.
Academics

Nita Mukesh Ambani Junior School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP).

Curriculum
The school is an IB World School authorized to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Middle Years Programme (MYP). The Early Years Campus serves Nursery to UKG at the Jio World Centre, while Classes I to VII are at the NMAJS campus. Nursery to UKG and Classes I to V follow the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) Framework, and Classes VI to VII follow the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) 1-3 Framework. The NMAJS Early Learning Campus is a space exclusively for our youngest learners (age 3-6). As an IBPYP school, our approach to early learning encourages curiosity, exploration and discovery. The early learning environment includes a custom-built play village, a gymnastics arena, a sensory space and outdoor play areas, and is inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social and Emotional Learning is integrated within the IB PYP framework as part of the core curriculum.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
A committed team of Student Care professionals caters to children's diverse learning needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the Language & Literature; language acquisition includes French, Hindi, Marathi and Spanish. Hindi is taught from Lower Kindergarten and Marathi is introduced in Class I; Gujarathi programme is offered as an after-school programme.

Mental Wellbeing
The school focuses on providing an environment that is safe and child-centred and cares for children's well-being.

Safeguarding
All teachers engage in safeguarding training and the school has rigorous health and safety procedures.
Parent Experience

History
The school was founded by Nita Mukesh Ambani, who is Founder & Chairperson. Dhirubhai Ambani International School (DAIS) is the mother institution and provides guidance to NMAJS. DAIS is described as a lighthouse guiding NMAJS toward a culture of excellence and holistic development. The school operates across two campuses: the Early Years Campus (Nursery, Lower and Upper Kindergarten) and a second campus offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Classes I-V and the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Classes VI-VII. The address is Plot SF7 and 9B, G Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai 400098.

Community
The school hosts events such as Annual Day, Fete, Athletic Meet and Annual Awards. These events are listed on the Events page. The presence of a Life at NMAJS section and an Events section indicates an active student community. The campus supports student participation in extracurricular activities.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school operates across two campuses: the Early Years Campus at the Jio World Centre and the NMAJS campus in Bandra-Kurla Complex for PYP and MYP classes. The campus is state-of-the-art with flexible learning spaces and a future-ready design that supports enquiry and collaborative learning. The learning environment includes a Learning Center, Satellite Libraries, and specialist spaces including Music Rooms, Art Rooms, a Black Box, a Dance Studio, and a Sensory Room. An Auditorium and Collaboration & Social Areas are available to support presentations, performances, and group work. An Outdoor Sports Field and dedicated Sports Facilities support physical development and sport.

Sports Facilities
There is an outdoor Sports Field on campus and dedicated Sports Facilities that support physical activity. These spaces are integral to physical and social development in the formative years. The Sports Facilities are integrated with the rest of the campus to enable a range of activities and team-based learning. The outdoor field and indoor facilities support physical education and active play as part of the school day.

Academic Facilities
The Learning Center and Satellite Libraries support inquiry and reading as part of the IB framework. Science Labs are available for practical experiments and scientific exploration. Classrooms are designed as flexible, collaborative spaces to support experiential learning. The campus uses spaces that support experimentation and inquiry to align with new paradigms and directions in learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Music Rooms, Art Rooms, a Dance Studio, and a Black Box support expressive arts and performances. A Sensory Room provides space for sensory exploration and diverse learner needs. Collaboration & Social Areas support group projects and community building. The learning environment includes spaces that encourage creativity, collaboration, and active participation in activities beyond core academics.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school follows the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Nursery to Class V and the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Classes VI–VII. The learner is at the heart of the curriculum, with a focus on inquiry, conceptual understanding, differentiated instruction and technology integration. Students engage in a wide spectrum of academic, co-scholastic, sports and co-curricular activities. The school aims to prepare students with 21st-century skills—creativity and critical thinking, effective communication and collaboration—to be lifelong learners and global citizens.

Arts & Creative
Music, Visual Art, Dance and Drama are integrated into the PYP curriculum. There is an emphasis on Performing and Visual Arts. There are arts-related events and activities, such as the Interhouse Instrumental Music Competition.

Cultural & Language
Indian culture and values are celebrated while international mindedness is fostered through a local and global dimension. The school promotes interactions and exchange programmes with organisations and institutions around the world. The curriculum also emphasizes openness to diverse cultures and perspectives.

Social & Hobbies
Multifarious sports and co-curricular opportunities are offered. Within the PYP framework core subjects include music and arts alongside physical education, dance and drama, enriching students' extracurricular life. Students participate in after-school activities and school-wide events that celebrate creativity and teamwork.

Community & Service
Community service programmes run from Class I onwards. Service learning involves age-appropriate local, national and international projects with awareness, action and advocacy. Projects require planning, action, review and reflection to foster meaningful civic learning.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership development is an explicit objective, with emphasis on self-discipline, teamwork, and leadership. Student leadership opportunities appear in events and student roles such as the Student Council. The curriculum aims to develop principled, reflective, self-directed learners who become leaders and global citizens.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The environment is designed to be safe and child-centered, with care for children's well-being at the core of the approach. Safety and Well-Being are highlighted as key pillars in the school's framework. The campus is described as equipped with facilities that support teaching, learning and student well-being.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction (Language & Literature) across PYP and MYP. Hindi is taught from Lower Kindergarten, and Marathi is introduced in Class 1. Gujarathi is offered as an after-school language programme. In the MYP, Language Acquisition includes French, Hindi, Marathi, and Spanish.
Admissions

Admissions
Admissions for Academic Year 2027-28: Nursery (PYP-Early Years) eligibility: a child born between 1 May 2023 and 30 April 2024 (inclusive).
1) Online Application: Complete the online 'Application for Admission' form using the latest versions of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, or Microsoft Edge. The NMAJS Admission app is available on the Play Store and App Store. The registered email ID on the portal serves as the Login ID. Use the same Login ID to apply for more than one child. If applying to both NMAJS and DAIS, sign up with the same email and mobile number on both portals. The password should be at least 8 characters with at least one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter, and one number.
2) Documents: Nursery requires a self-attested copy of the child's birth certificate and, if available, the current academic year's reports (AY 2026-27).
3) File size and formats: Each upload should not exceed 10 MB and may be in PDF, PNG, JPG, JPEG, TIF, or TIFF; every page must be self-attested by a parent/guardian; up to 10 files may be uploaded under each option.
4) Registration charges: A non-refundable Registration Charge of ₹8000 is payable online for submission; convenience charges, as applicable, will be charged by the payment gateway. Inform the Admissions Office if any error/time-out occurs during payment.
5) Declarations and signatures: Read and tick the Parents'/Guardian's Declaration before submitting; no e-signature is required; signatures will be taken later.
6) Printing: Print the Application for Admission by choosing Printing Options, setting Layout to Portrait, Paper Size to A4, and Margins to None.
7) Important notes: The school reserves the right to amend policies and regulations from time to time; submission of a completed form does not guarantee admission. Admission is subject to seat availability and management's discretion; no warranty is provided for errors or omissions.
8) Information Session and calendar: An online Information Session for Nursery (PYP-Early Years) is scheduled for 18 September 2026, 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Academic Calendar runs August to June; for Academic Year 2027-28, Nursery starts 25 August 2027, LKG/UKG 23 August 2027, Classes I–V 16 August 2027, and Classes VI–VII 16 August 2027.
9) Location and contact: Plot SF7 and 9B, G Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai 400098. Tel: 31137000, 01, 02. Email: info@nmajs.edu.in.
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