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Strengths Academic Enrichment, Service and Sustainability, Performing Arts
Clubs Community and Service, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
The Orchid School is an English-medium, co-educational day school in Baner, Pune, established in 2004. It is CBSE-affiliated and offers Grades 1-12 under a curriculum aligned with NEP 2020, featuring flexible subject choices across scholastic and co-scholastic areas. In Classes IX-X, students study English, Hindi or Marathi, Mathematics and Social Science, with electives such as Artificial Intelligence, Library Skills, and ICT, alongside co-scholastic options in Dance, Visual Art, and Percussion, plus Health and Physical Education, Yoga, and team sports. A Life Skills Orientation and gender modules are integrated into learning. In Classes XI-XII, the core subjects include English Core, General Studies, and Work Experience, with electives like Accounting, Economics, Biology, Chemistry, History, Informatics Practices, Mathematics, Physics and Psychology; NEP 2020 allows one language and four electives, plus Subject Enrichment and Future Readiness courses. The school offers field visits, internships, and Higher Education Fair to support progression to higher education globally.
S. No. 80, 1/2/1, Baner - Mahalunge Rd, Lalit Estate, Baner, Pune, Maharashtra 411069, India
The Essentials
The Orchid School has instruction in English.
Location
Baner – Mhalunge Road, Baner, Pune 411045, Maharashtra, India. The Orchid School operates on a single campus with no branches. The campus is located in Baner, a Pune locality, and is accessible via local roads in the area.
Stages
Nursery through Class XII. Nursery, Jr.Kg and Sr.Kg form the pre-primary domain, with Classes I–XII following. Each grade has three divisions with about 35 students per class.
Type
The Orchid School is an English-medium, co-educational day school. It is CBSE-affiliated (affiliation number 1130279; School ID 30212).
Country affiliation
The school operates in India.
School day structure
Regular school days run from 8:00 A.M. to 2:30 P.M; Saturdays run from 8:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M.
Bus service
Transportation facilities are provided. Each school bus has a female attendant and CCTV cameras with live GPS tracking.
Fees
Application / Admission fees
- Brochure / application pack: INR 1,000 (payable at Accounts Desk at the time of application). - One-time Admission Fee (one-time, payable at the time of admission for all new entrants Nursery–Grade XII): INR 75,000. This admission fee is non‑refundable except as outlined in the school refund policy below.
Tuition fees by year group — annual fee and instalment (Academic Year 2025–2026) - Instalment structure (all grades): Installment I = 40% of annual fee; Installments II, III and IV = 20% each. Instalment amounts shown below follow that split.
- Nursery — Annual fee: INR 120,000 - Instalment I (40%): INR 48,000 - Instalment II (20%): INR 24,000 - Instalment III (20%): INR 24,000 - Instalment IV (20%): INR 24,000.
- Junior KG (Jr. KG / LKG) — Annual fee: INR 130,000 - Instalment I (40%): INR 52,000 - Instalment II (20%): INR 26,000 - Instalment III (20%): INR 26,000 - Instalment IV (20%): INR 26,000.
- Senior KG (Sr. KG / UKG) — Annual fee: INR 140,000 - Instalment I (40%): INR 56,000 - Instalment II (20%): INR 28,000 - Instalment III (20%): INR 28,000 - Instalment IV (20%): INR 28,000.
- Grades I–IV — Annual fee: INR 171,500 - Instalment I (40%): INR 68,600 - Instalment II (20%): INR 34,300 - Instalment III (20%): INR 34,300 - Instalment IV (20%): INR 34,300.
- Grades V–VII — Annual fee: INR 186,000 - Instalment I (40%): INR 74,400 - Instalment II (20%): INR 37,200 - Instalment III (20%): INR 37,200 - Instalment IV (20%): INR 37,200.
- Grades VIII–X — Annual fee: INR 200,500 - Instalment I (40%): INR 80,200 - Instalment II (20%): INR 40,100 - Instalment III (20%): INR 40,100 - Instalment IV (20%): INR 40,100.
- Grade XI (Science / Commerce / SSH) — Annual fee: INR 144,500 - Instalment I (40%): INR 57,800 - Instalment II (20%): INR 28,900 - Instalment III (20%): INR 28,900 - Instalment IV (20%): INR 28,900.
- Grade XII (Science / Commerce / SSH) — Annual fee: INR 129,000 - Instalment I (40%): INR 51,600 - Instalment II (20%): INR 25,800 - Instalment III (20%): INR 25,800 - Instalment IV (20%): INR 25,800.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Instalment split: 40% due as the first instalment, then three instalments of 20% each across the academic cycle; instalments follow the school's academic cycle and published instalment dates for the year. Parents may choose to pay the entire annual fee in a single payment instead of instalments. - At the time of admission parents are required to pay the one-time admission fee plus the first instalment and the brochure fee on the same day to confirm admission. Example (as published for the admission cycle): One‑time admission fee INR 75,000 + first instalment + brochure INR 1,000 to be paid at admission. - The school enforces due dates and a late fee is applicable if instalments are not paid by the due date; instalment due dates are issued in fee circulars and the school calendar. The school may require outstanding instalments and any late fees to be settled before processing admission withdrawal or transfer documentation. Cash payments to the Accounts Office are not accepted in normal practice; the school makes a bank counter available on specific days for physical payments when announced. Payments made by unidentified bank transfers (NEFT/UPI) that cannot be traced may attract late fee charges until identified.
Boarding / hostel fees
- The Orchid School at Baner operates as a day school and does not provide a boarding/hostel programme; boarding fees are not applicable.
Other costs / additional fees
- Uniform: Uniforms are supplied through the school-authorised vendor (Yogi's Kids); uniform costs vary by size/grade and are payable separately by parents at the vendor. Uniform stalls are run on school premises at designated times. - Books and stationery: Book collection and book-store details are published; book and stationery costs are charged separately at the time of book collection. The school may deduct Teaching & Learning Material (TLM) charges from refundable amounts where the refund policy permits. - Transport / bus: School bus service is offered through an external transport provider (Sharvari School Bus Service). Transport fees are charged separately; route and fee details are provided by the transport desk and vary by route. Parents are encouraged to book directly through the transport desk when it is opened each session. - Optional activities and events: Fees for optional excursions, camps, exchange programmes and similar activities are charged in addition to tuition and are billed as per actuals when those programmes are organised. CBSE registration/examination fees (where applicable) are charged separately at time of registration or as announced.
Refund and withdrawal policy (key points)
- Pre‑Primary to Grade 10: - If a student has not attended the school even for a single day after taking admission, 50% of the one-time admission fee may be refunded. The refund will be processed after deduction of Teaching & Learning Material (TLM) charges and only from the book collection date onward. If the student attends even a single day, no refund of the one-time admission fee is payable. - Grades 11 and 12: - No refund of fees or admission payments is applicable in any situation (provisional or confirmed admission) once admission has been taken. - Mid‑term withdrawal: If withdrawal is submitted after the due date of school fees and the student has attended school, the parent is liable to pay the instalment for the respective quarter and any late fee applicable before withdrawal is processed. Transfer/Bonafide Certificates are issued only after a ‘No Dues' clearance from all relevant departments and settlement of outstanding fees.
Fee payment options and refund mechanics
- Online payment gateway: The school accepts online payments via BillDesk (card payments and net‑banking through the BillDesk gateway). The school uses the Edunext fee portal for online fee payments. Refunds and cancellations are credited back to the original account or card used for payment. - Physical payments: On occasion the school arranges a bank counter on campus for parents wishing to make physical payments; the Accounts Office generally does not accept direct cash. The school advises against using unidentifiable NEFT/UPI transfers because they are difficult to track; unidentified transfers can delay fee reconciliation and may attract late fees until resolved.
Academics
The Orchid School teaches Indian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
English-medium, co-educational instruction from Grade 1 to 12. The secondary curriculum is NEP 2020-driven and emphasizes flexible subject choice across scholastic and co-scholastic areas. Class IX–X offer English, Hindi/Marathi, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Artificial Intelligence, Library Skills, ICT, and Co-Scholastics including Dance, Visual Art, and Percussion, along with Health and Physical Education (Yoga) and team sports, with Life Skills Orientation and gender modules. Class XI–XII provide English Core, General Studies, Work Experience, and Health and Physical Education, with electives such as Accounting, Economics, Biology, Chemistry, History, Informatics Practices, Mathematics, Physics, and Psychology; NEP 2020 allows one language and four electives in Class 11, with Subject Enrichment and Future Readiness Courses. The curriculum includes field visits, internships, and a Higher Education Fair to support progression to higher education.
Higher Education Progression
Higher Education progression is supported through a Higher Education Fair and ongoing career guidance. Future Readiness Courses develop 21st-century skills for college and career planning, with internship opportunities and field visits to institutes such as IISER to expose students to higher education pathways.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Life Skills program starts in Class V and continues through graduation. It equips students with age-appropriate skills through activities, discussions, guest speakers, and field trips, and connects learning to real-world community projects. The program develops empathy, communication, leadership, problem-solving, collaboration, and time management. Life Skills topics cover self-awareness, anger management, and understanding feelings in both Middle and Secondary domains. The Primary Domain includes Social Emotional Skills and Values with Quality Circle Time and peer discussions to foster emotional sharing in a safe, non-threatening environment.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental well-being is addressed in Life Skills across Middle/Secondary domains, including stress management, body positivity, and resilience. Students participate in field visits to mental health organizations such as Pratiti Mental Health Center, and Class 9-10 content covers mental health awareness and related topics with expert guidance.
Safeguarding
Vidyarthi Suraksha Committee and Sakhi Savatri Committee address student safety, welfare, and protection; safeguarding is embedded in school governance and student support structures.
Admissions
Admissions
Online registration is mandatory for Class I admissions. The AY 2026-27 admission for Class I starts on 26 Oct 2025 at 12:00 noon. Eligibility for Std I requires a minimum age of 6 years as on 31 December 2026, and it is preferred that the child has completed formal Sr. KG or an equivalent pre-primary program. The admission process includes Token Collection (8:30 AM onwards), Parent Orientation (9:00–9:30 AM), Document Verification, Filling of the student's details form, Level Readiness Check, and Fee Payment on the same day, followed by Admission Confirmation within three working days after fee clearance. The One Time Admission Fee is ₹75,000; First Instalment ₹73,400; Brochure ₹1,000; Total ₹149,400. A link to the fee structure is available in the circulars. Information about Nursery/Pre-Primary admissions: AY 2026-27 Nursery admissions open online on 26 Oct 2025 at 12:00 noon. The Nursery admission process includes Token Collection, Parent Orientation (10:00–11:00 AM), Document Verification, Purchase of Brochure ₹1,000, Level Readiness Check, Fee Payment on the same day, and Admission Confirmation within three working days after payment. Documents typically required for Nursery/Pre-Primary include Original Birth Certificate with photocopy, Aadhar Card photocopy (Mandatory), Caste Certificate if not General, Medical Report if applicable, 2 Passport-size photographs, Sr. KG Academic Report, and both parents' Aadhar copies. The school reserves the final right to grant admission; an Admission Withdrawal Policy applies. For detailed, official circulars refer to the school's circulars.
FAQs
What curriculum does The Orchid School follow?
English-medium, co-educational instruction from Grade 1 to 12. The secondary curriculum is NEP 2020-driven and emphasizes flexible subject choice across scholastic and co-scholastic areas.
What are the tuition fees?
**Application / Admission fees**
- Brochure / application pack: INR 1,000 (payable at Accounts Desk at the time of application).
Where is The Orchid School located?
Baner – Mhalunge Road, Baner, Pune 411045, Maharashtra, India. The Orchid School operates on a single campus with no branches. The campus is located in Baner, a Pune locality, and is accessible via local roads in the area.
What age groups does the school serve?
Nursery through Class XII. Nursery, Jr.Kg and Sr.Kg form the pre-primary domain, with Classes I–XII following. Each grade has three divisions with about 35 students per class.
Is there a school bus service?
Transportation facilities are provided. Each school bus has a female attendant and CCTV cameras with live GPS tracking.
What are the school hours?
Regular school days run from 8:00 A.M. to 2:30 P.M; Saturdays run from 8:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M.
How does admissions work?
Online registration is mandatory for Class I admissions. The AY 2026-27 admission for Class I starts on 26 Oct 2025 at 12:00 noon.
What languages are taught?
The Orchid School teaches in English. Marathi and Hindi are offered as language subjects.
What wellbeing support is available?
Life Skills program starts in Class V and continues through graduation. It equips students with age-appropriate skills through activities, discussions, guest speakers, and field trips, and connects learning to real-world community projects.
What facilities does the school have?
The Orchid School premises provide a nurturing learning environment with spacious classrooms, well‑equipped labs, and an auditorium. Safety and cleanliness are top priorities, ensuring students feel secure and comfortable.
When was The Orchid School founded?
The Orchid School, Baner, Pune was established in 2004. It is a standalone school with no branches in India and is professionally managed by Pradnya Niketan Education Society (PNES), a registered public charitable trust.
What extracurricular activities are available?
The Life Skills program begins in Class V and continues through graduation, building age-appropriate competencies through activities, discussions, and field trips.
