Location: Suburban Bangalore, India

Founded: 2000 by Dr. K.P. Gopalkrishna

Membership:

International Baccalaureate (IB) Organization, Geneva

Cambridge International Examinations

Reputation: One of the best international day and boarding schools in India, according to EW India School Rankings.

Focus: Combines academic excellence with holistic student development to prepare students for the best educational institutions around the world.

The International School Bangalore (TISB)

• Age: Students are placed in classes according to their age on August 31 of the year of admission.
• Academic Ability: Students must demonstrate excellent academic ability.
• Character: Good character and behavior are important, and letters of recommendation may be required.

Fees:

• Day Students: Approx. ₹560,000
• Boarding Students: Approx. ₹650,000

Application Process:

• Enrollment Period: Applications are typically filed between January and June
• Grade Placement: Students are placed in classes based on their age as of August 31st in the current year of enrollment
• Process: Entrance exams and interviews are required, particularly for middle and high school. References may be requested.

Important Dates:

• Academic Year: August to June
• Enrollment Deadline Updates: Most classes are conducted from January to June

Tests: Entrance exams for Junior and Senior High Schools

Emphasis: Excellent academic ability and good character are required for admission.

International School Bangalore (TISB) application

Application Process

1. Application Form Enlistment: Forms can be obtained from the school’s admissions office or website.
2. Finalize Registration: Complete registration by submitting the filled application form along with the required documents.
3. Entrance Test: All applicants must undergo the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT), which evaluates English, Mathematics, and Tamil (for higher grades).
4. Student Interview: An interview is conducted for students who pass the SAT, along with their parents.
5. Notification of Selection: Selected candidates will be notified by phone, SMS, or email by the (4 days after the admission test).

Required Documents

• Scanned copies of proof of date of birth and educational records
• Birth certificate
• Academic transcripts (for the two most recent academic years, including the current year)
• Medical report

Important Notes

• Registration does not guarantee admission.
• Admissions are on a first-come, first-served basis and depend on the applicant’s score.

Age Criteria for Admission

• Play Group: Minimum age of 2 years
• Pre-KG: Minimum age of 2.5 years
• Junior KG: Must be 3 years old as of March 31