Top International Schools in India

Overview: IB PYP, IB MYP · 3–18 · $21.2K–$37.2K

The American School of Bombay (ASB) is a private, non-profit, co-educational day school in Mumbai, India, offering a U.S.-style college-preparatory curriculum from Pre-K through Grade 12 fully authorized for IB PYP, MYP, and DP. Founded in 1981 by expatriate parents, it serves approximately 600 internationally mobile students from over 50 nationalities across two purpose-built campuses totalling over 200,000 sq ft. ASB distinguishes itself through a strong inquiry-based learning philosophy, award-winning technology integration, and an exceptional co-curricular program spanning arts, athletics, and community service. Its motto—'We are what school should be'—reflects its commitment to innovation, global citizenship, and holistic student development.

Overview: US Curriculum, AP · 3–18 · $22.8K–$39.5K

The American Embassy School (AES) in New Delhi is a prestigious U.S.-accredited, co-educational day school founded in 1952, serving Pre-K through Grade 12 students from approximately 70 nationalities. Located on a 13-acre campus in Chanakyapuri, AES offers a rigorous American college-preparatory curriculum enhanced by Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma options. The school is renowned for its vibrant international community — primarily serving expatriate and diplomat families — and its ethos of balanced excellence in academics, athletics, arts, and service. With 97% of graduates matriculating to universities worldwide, AES stands as one of India's foremost international schools, guided by its motto 'Enter to Learn. Leave to Serve.'

Overview: IB PYP, IB MYP · 3–18 · ₹105K–₹371.3K

Pathways World School, Gurgaon is India's pioneering IB continuum school, founded in 2003 on a 32-acre forested campus in the Aravalli hills near Gurugram. It offers the full IB programme from Early Years through the Diploma Programme, combining rigorous academics with an exceptional breadth of sports, arts, and outdoor education. With an 8:1 pupil-teacher ratio and students from over 16 nationalities, the school cultivates a genuinely international community. Its boarding programme and strong university placement record—including Oxbridge, Ivy League, and Russell Group universities—make it one of North India's most respected international schools.

Overview: A-Level, IB Diploma · 3–18 · ₹511K–₹1M

The Canadian International School (CIS) in Bangalore is a private international school founded in 1996, offering an inquiry-based IB curriculum from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. With a diverse student body of over 700 students from 40+ nationalities, CIS is recognised as India's first Apple Distinguished School. The school emphasises small class sizes, personalised learning, and a student-centred approach integrating technology across all disciplines. Its boarding programme (Grades 6–12) and world-class performing arts centre (the Odeum) further distinguish it as a leading international school in South India.

Overview: IB PYP, IB MYP · 3–18 · ₹560K–₹890K

Oberoi International School (OIS) is a leading IB Continuum school in Mumbai, India, offering the PYP, MYP, and Diploma Programme across two state-of-the-art campuses — OGC in Goregaon and JVLR in Jogeshwari East. Founded in 2008, the school serves over 3,100 students from 29+ nationalities with a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 and an average class size of 18. OIS is guided by its motto 'Freedom to Think, Empower to Be', prioritising inquiry-based learning, holistic development, and global citizenship. The school holds accreditations from the IB, CIS, and NEASC, reflecting its commitment to international educational excellence.

Overview: IB Diploma · — · ₹1.5M–₹1.7M

The Doon School (Dehradun, India) is India's most prestigious all-boys residential boarding school, founded in 1935 and modelled on the British public school tradition yet firmly rooted in Indian identity. It offers a rigorous holistic education through a proprietary junior curriculum, ICSE (Classes 9-10), and ISC or IB Diploma (Classes 11-12) streams. With approximately 600 students aged 12-18, the school emphasises character development, principled leadership, and community service alongside academic excellence. Its motto, 'Knowledge Our Light', and an 8:1 student-teacher ratio reflect its commitment to individual growth. Doon has produced prime ministers, diplomats, entrepreneurs, and global leaders across its nearly nine-decade history.