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VIVA The School

India, Guntur

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees ₹75,000 - 149,000
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2016
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), CBSE Curriculum
Taught languages Hindi, Telugu, Spanish
Strengths Sport, STEM, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Leadership and Professional
Stages Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

VIVA The School operates across two campuses in Andhra Pradesh: Namburu and Guntur. It offers IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and CBSE curricula, with country affiliation India. Established in 2016 by the Social Educational Trust, the school is inspired by the VVIT University legacy and rooted in the Eightfold Path, guiding students in values such as right view, speech, intention, action, livelihood, effort, mindfulness, and concentration. It also offers NCC as part of development programs and integrates character and ethics with academic learning, supported by CBSE affiliation No. 130462. The campus features an air-conditioned 112,000 sq ft academic block with classrooms, digital labs, and interactive learning spaces, plus a 23,000 sq ft indoor auditorium and dining hall. Residential spaces total 65,000 sq ft; sports facilities include football, basketball, volleyball, badminton, a skating rink, swimming pool, and table tennis. A library, sick bay, and 20 air-conditioned buses complete the offerings today.

Namburu campus — Gollamudi Road, Namburu, Andhra Pradesh 522508, India; Guntur campus — Ring Road, Siddharth Nagar, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh 522006, India

The Essentials

VIVA The School has instruction in English.

Location
Two campuses: Namburu Campus and Guntur Campus. Namburu Campus is on Gollamudi Road, Namburu, Andhra Pradesh 522508. Guntur Campus is on Ring Road, Siddharth Nagar, Guntur 522006. Both campuses are located in Andhra Pradesh, India.

Country affiliation
India
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school offers both full-fledged hostel and day boarding options. Day boarders have additional time for recreation, skill-building, and academic support, helping them develop independence while staying connected to home. Hostel facilities are available on campus to accommodate boarders.

Food Options
Nutritious meals are provided in the dining hall with five meals each day: breakfast, milk break, lunch, snacks, and dinner. Meals are prepared under hygienic conditions to ensure balance of taste and nutrition.

House System
The House System includes five houses. Each student belongs to one house and competes in academics, sports, art, and cultural events to develop leadership and teamwork.

Governance and Ownership
The school is owned and governed by the Social Educational Trust. It operates as a Social Education Trust initiative.
Fees

Annual tuition at VIVA The School ranges from INR 75,000 to INR 149,000 for 2026/27.

Admissions and one-time fees
- Admission fee: INR 10,000 payable at the time of admission.
- Incidentals / miscellaneous advance: INR 10,000.

Tuition (school) fees — annual and per-term
- Reception (Pre‑Primary entry): Annual INR 75,000 (26,500 × 3 — termly).
- Pre‑Primary 1 & Pre‑Primary 2 (PP‑1 & PP‑2): Annual INR 97,000 (34,000 × 3 — termly).
- Grade I – V: Annual INR 131,000 (45,500 × 3 — termly).
- Grade VI – X: Annual INR 142,000 (49,000 × 3 — termly).
- Grade XI – XII: Annual INR 149,000 (51,500 × 3 — termly).

Day‑boarding charges (where taken) — annual and per-term
- Reception, PP‑1, PP‑2 (day boarding): Annual INR 25,000 (9,000 × 3 — termly).
- Grade I – V (day boarding): Annual INR 37,000 (13,000 × 3 — termly).
- Grade VI – XII (day boarding): Annual INR 43,000 (15,000 × 3 — termly).

Hostel / full‑boarding charges (where applicable) — annual and per-term
- Grades IV – VIII (hostel): Annual INR 124,000 (43,000 × 3 — termly).
- Grades IX – XII (hostel): Annual INR 130,000 (45,000 × 3 — termly).

Meals / breakfast charges
- Breakfast (annual): PP‑1 & PP‑2 — INR 7,000; Grades I – V — INR 8,000; Grades VI – XII — INR 10,000.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition and boarding figures are shown as termly instalments (the figures in parentheses, e.g., “26,500 × 3”, indicate three termly payments that together equal the annual amount). One term = one instalment; fees are billed and collected in three instalments across the academic year. Admission fee and specified misc/incidentals are payable at the time of admission.

Other costs and likely recurring charges
- Uniform, textbooks, activity fees, transport, exam fees and similar incidental items are billed separately as applicable; the fee plan lists the principal tuition, boarding, day‑boarding and meal components and an incidentals advance. Parents should budget separately for uniforms, books, transport and extra‑curricular activity fees.

Refunds and refund processing
- Refunds are administered by the managing trust/authority and require verification of records and receipts; refunds are processed after mandatory verification and authorization by the school/trust finance office. Specific refund schedules and any deductions (where applicable) follow the school/trust refund procedure.

Fee payment options and online payment
- The school uses online payment channels for events and fee collection (UPI is used for event registrations and an online fee‑payment gateway is available for fee transactions). Parents may use the school's online payment facility or the UPI route shown for event payments; the school also provides a dedicated fee‑payment portal for tuition and miscellaneous fee receipts. For details of accepted card/bank transfer instruments or to complete an online transaction, use the school's fee portal or the school finance office payment instructions.

Short summary (practical points for parents)
- Expect: one‑time admission INR 10,000 + incidentals INR 10,000 at enrolment; tuition shown as annual totals with a clear per‑term amount (three instalments per year); separate day‑boarding, hostel and meal charges where applicable. Plan for uniforms, books, transport and activity fees in addition to the amounts above. Online payment (including UPI) is used for school payments; refunds follow the trust/school verification process.
Academics

VIVA The School teaches IB (PYP), CBSE Curriculum.

Curriculum
VIVA The School follows the Eightfold Path as a guiding framework for schooling, including Right View, Right Speech, Right Intention, Right Action, Right Livelihood, Right Effort, Right Mindfulness, and Right Concentration. It is a Social Education Trust initiative shaping value-based education in Andhra Pradesh's capital region. The school integrates character and ethics with academic learning and offers NCC as part of its development programs.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
VIVA The School is rooted in the Eightfold Path and emphasizes Right Speech to guide student behavior. Right Speech promotes speaking truthfully, kindly, and meaningfully while avoiding lies, gossip, and harmful speech. This framework informs daily classroom interactions and supports respectful communication. The school aims to develop compassionate, confident, and globally aware leaders who balance knowledge with values. The overall emphasis on character education and value-based learning supports social and emotional development.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the language of instruction across the school. Hindi and Telugu are offered as additional languages for Grades 2–5. The language program provides structured language instruction with a weekly allocation of time for English language learning (6–8 hours per week) as the medium of instruction.

Mental Wellbeing
The school emphasizes a balanced education that blends knowledge with values, intellect with empathy, and ambition with purpose. This approach supports students' emotional well-being by fostering kindness, resilience, and self-awareness. The Eightfold Path framework guides personal growth and social responsibility. The school aims to develop compassionate and confident leaders who are globally aware. Through its ethos and character education, mental well-being is integrated into day-to-day learning.

Safeguarding
Safety and Security is listed as a key area on the VIVA The School site. This indicates safeguarding considerations are integrated into the school environment. The Eightfold Path framework and Right Speech contribute to encouraging respectful, safe interactions among students and staff. The school is committed to providing a safe campus environment as part of its educational mission. The site presents Safety and Security as part of its overall offering.
Parent Experience

History
VIVA The School was established in 2016 at Nambur, Pedakakani, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh. It is managed by the Social Educational Trust. It is CBSE-affiliated (Affiliation No. 130462) and first opened on 20 June 2016. It is inspired by the educational legacy of VVIT University and rooted in the Eightfold Path to blend knowledge with values.

Community
The school emphasizes truthful, kind, and meaningful communication as part of its community standards. It aims to develop compassionate, globally aware leaders by blending academic learning with value-based education. The school is inspired by the VVIT University legacy and operates within the Social Educational Trust, fostering a cohesive school community in Nambur.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
VIVA's campus features an air-conditioned academic block spanning 112,000 sq ft with classrooms, digital labs, and interactive learning areas. An indoor auditorium and dining hall cover 23,000 sq ft and support events and meals. Residential spaces span 65,000 sq ft across hostels and staff quarters. Sports and recreation facilities include football, basketball, volleyball, and badminton courts, a skating rink, a swimming pool, and table tennis areas. The library and a fully equipped sick bay complement safety and well-being, while transport is provided by 20 air-conditioned buses.

Sports Facilities
Football, basketball, volleyball, and badminton courts are available on campus, along with a skating rink, a swimming pool, and table tennis facilities. These resources support school teams, clubs, and recreational activities. The facilities enable both competitive programs and informal sport and physical education.

Academic Facilities
An air-conditioned academic block spans 112,000 sq ft and houses classrooms, digital labs, and interactive learning spaces. The campus includes laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and other sciences, equipped with modern equipment for hands-on learning. These facilities support technology-enabled instruction and immersive science education.

Extra Curricular Facilities
An indoor auditorium hosts performances, events, and club activities. The library provides resources for reading, research, and extracurricular projects. Sports and recreation facilities enable participation in a range of extracurricular programs.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction across the school. Hindi and Telugu are offered as additional languages for students in Grades 2 through 5.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Start with an online enquiry on the Admissions Enquiry page to initiate the admissions process. The page hosts a form that collects the applicant's details and information about the student. The form asks for Your Name, Phone, Name of the Student, Your Occupation, whether a second child will join and which grade for the second child (PP1, PP2, Grade 1–Grade 5), and any other information. A Captcha is used to verify submissions. 2. After submitting the enquiry, follow up with the school using the contact details provided on the page. The school can be reached by email at info@viva.school and by telephone at 7331142336 (upto 10th) or 9100305336 (Plus 1 & 2). The address is Nambur (V), Pedakakani (M), Guntur (D). 3. The school offers programs reflected in its broader offerings: Gurukul System, House System, Day Boarding System, Nutritious Meals, Security, Sick Bay, and Transport.
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