Top 10 International Schools in Mumbai

The search for the right school is a very crucial task that every parent has to undergo. In the race to zero in on the right school, the little ones and their parents have to go through the rigmarole of filling up lengthy admission forms, attendin...

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The search for the right school is a very crucial task that every parent has to undergo.

In the race to zero in on the right school, the little ones and their parents have to go through the rigmarole of filling up lengthy admission forms, attending interviews, undergoing massive confusion phases, and the stressing humdrum of the whole process. All of this takes a toll on both, the parents and their kids.
Here is one incident: Sandeep Bachhe is a Mumbai-based technical analyst and a loving dad keen on settling for nothing but the best school for his child. Here’s his story.
For eight months, he studied the curriculum and teaching methods of various schools in his suburb and narrowed his list down to eight schools. He, then, met with the parents of students studying in those schools for a first-hand feedback. Based on that, he shortened the list to three schools and choose one from those. And this took an additional 4 months or so. A whole year was devoted for choosing the best education for Sandeep’s kid.

So, you see, choosing the right school for your child is quite a lengthy and rigorous process. What makes it all the more complicated are the micro decisions that add up to the final choice. Some of these include choosing a school with the best and most relevant components. Here’s a quick look at those.

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All of these important factors sum up to contribute in the decision-making process of zeroing in on the right school. With ultra-modern campuses and world-class facilities, schooling has now taken a more progressive turn than before.

The following video is a perfect example of how to choose the right school for your child.

In this article, we present to you an assortment of the top 10 international schools in Mumbai, which would help in selecting the right institution for your little one.

1. JBCN International School

Established in: 1984

Address: The JBCN International School has branches at Borivali, Oshiwara, Parel and Chembur in Mumbai, India.

Borivali - Plot CTS No. 96, Remison Towers, Near Bhagwati Hospital, Baburao Ranade Marg, Opp Union Bank Staff Quarters, Borivali West, Mumbai, 400103

Oshiwara - Survey No. 41, CTS No. 1, Off Andheri Link Road, Behind Tarapore Towers, Mhada Colony, Oshiwara, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400058

Parel - Yogi Mansion, CTS No. 244 Dr Vinay Walimbe Road, Off, Dr SS Rao Marg, Parel East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400012

Chembur - Yogi Tower, Chembur Education Society, CTS No. 1284, Ramakrishna Chemburkar Marg, Chembur, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400071

The JBCN International School is a private, coeducational day school, which is affiliated with the International Baccalaureate (IB), Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) and Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE).

The Borivali branch of JBCN International School was recognized in Fortune India's Future 50 Schools Shaping Success] and also listed amongst the top schools in Mumbai city (North Zone) in an annual survey published by Hindustan Times C fore Survey 2018.

Programs offered - 
JBCN International School believes that every child is unique and gifted with exceptional talents, strengths, and skills. 

To nurture these talents and skills, we have developed our EduCreative process which has a 

3-dimensional approach-

  • Achieving Academic Excellence
  • Enriching Creative Experiences 
  • and Learning Beyond the Classroom. 

The school aims to provide learners with 360-degree learning, where the academic learning is complemented by infrastructure, a strong co-curricular program which includes sports, theatre and creative art, leadership opportunities in different fields and assessment that truly serves as feedback of learning rather than just testing.

2. Dhirubhai Ambani International School

Established in: 2003

Address:  Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai, Maharashtra 400098

This school has been ranked 1st for 2 consecutive years among the day international schools in India. They have one of the best national and international teaching programs and boasts of a good academic reputation.

Students are required to clear the ICSE and IGCSE exams after their 10th standard and IB after the 12th standard. The graduates of International Business Diploma of this school are accepted in over 140 top-notch universities across the world.

The Dhirubhai Ambani International School promotes creative thinking and respect for the cultures. It provides a wide range of progressive facilities to the students, including:

  • co-curricular activities
  • community service
  • integration programs
  • sports and games

This school has received an average diploma ranking of 39.42 points in 2014, against 33.16 for South-East Asia, 30.77 for South Asia and 30.06 for the world. According to founder-chairman, Nita M. Ambani, “Six of our students earned the perfect score of 45 points – the highest ever that the school has achieved. In 2014, this perfect score of 45 points was achieved by only 10 students in South Asia, 26 in South East Asia, and 194 worldwide.”

3. Aditya Birla World Academy

Established in: 2009

Address: Vastu Shilp Annexe, Gamadia colony, JD Road, Tardeo, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400034

This school provides world-class education to students by training them under the CIE (Cambridge International Examinations) curriculum from pre-primary to the 10th standard, and under the IBDP (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme) and A Levels for the 11th and 12th standards. The CIE is split into:

  • Cambridge Primary Programme (CPP)
  • Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme

These build the common core skills of students in subjects of English, Math, and Science, along with other curricula. In addition, they also prepare students for the IGCSE course, which is quite flexible for students. This course allows students to choose their own subjects and provides them with a balanced curriculum of practical and theoretical knowledge.

Co-curricular activities available in the school include:

  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Cricket
  • Table tennis
  • Chess
  • Music
  • Dance
  • Theatre

Classrooms are Wi-Fi enabled and equipped with the latest IT infrastructures, such as LCD projectors, screens, and speakers that meet international standards.

4. Ecole Mondiale World School

Established in: 2004

Address: Gulmohur Cross Road No. 9, J.V.P.D. Scheme, Juhu, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400 049

Ecole Mondiale World School has taken up a dynamic approach to teaching. In addition to imparting a complete learning experience, this school has been renowned for its aim of instilling societal morals among its students. The school’s academic years are split into five sections.

Here’s a quick look at the academic structure at the Ecole Mondiale World School.

Ecole Mondiale World School

The Middle Years Programme (MYP), which includes the IGCSE curriculum, extends for 5 years. Along with the core curriculum, the school also ensures a complete personal and intellectual development. The IB Diploma Programme (DP) provides a pre-university course that prepares students for an externally-set-and-assessed IB Diploma Examination. The Graduation programme covers the counseling of students for college.

Students from this school have been accepted in universities in USA, The UK, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and so on.

The campus life is quite delightful, complete with computer centers, science labs, provisions for sports, recreation, music, dance, theatre, and visual arts.

5. Edubridge International School

Established in: 2013

Address: Robert Money School Compound, Wadilal A. Patel Marg, Next To Queen Mary School, Vitthal Bai Patel Road, Shapur Baug, Grant Road East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400004

This is a world-class co-educational school that provides students with a safe, caring, and constructive atmosphere to promote their learning. With an aim to set high standards of excellence, this school promotes holistic development for every student.

The Primary Years’ curriculum caters to students between the ages of 3 and 12. The subject areas include:

  • Language
  • Social Studies
  • Mathematics
  • Arts
  • Science
  • Physical, Social and Personal Education

The Middle Years Curriculum covers eight subjects:

  • English
  • World Language (Options include Hindi, Spanish, and French)
  • Sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Humanities
  • Arts
  • Design/Technology
  • Wellness

The IB Diploma Programme prepares students to be a responsible and intellectual part of the society that exists outside the school boundaries.

The campus, complete with library, infirmary, spacious classrooms with Wi-Fi access, well-equipped laboratories, art room, music room, cafeteria, sports courts and so on help to create an amazing learning experience.

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6. Podar International School

Established in: 2004

Address:

Podar International School (IB & CIE) – Primary Section, Shagun Plaza, Opp. CKP Club, Linking Road, Khar (West), Mumbai- 400052

Podar International School (IB & CIE) – Secondary Section, Ramee Emerald Building, Near Shamrao, Vitthal Bank, S. V. Road, Khar (West), Mumbai – 400052

This school has been based on a mission to provide educational opportunities through stimulating, safe and supportive environment and team spirit through collaborative learning. It is affiliated to the Cambridge International Examinations, UK (CIE) and the International Baccalaureate Organization, Geneva (IBO).

The various levels in the school curriculum include:

  • IBPYP Pre-Primary (Nursery – Sr. KG)
  • IBPYP (Grade 1 – Grade 5)
  • Middle School (Grade 6 – Grade 10)
  • IBDP / A Levels Higher Secondary School (Grade 11 – Grade 12)

During the Middle School level, students are prepared for the IGCSE exam that takes place after the 10th standard.  The IB/A level assessment is conducted after the 12th standard.

With a student to teacher ratio of 15:1, this school provides an inquiry-based learning for students to promote their creative thinking abilities. This school is expected to go fully digital by this year. Students are given iPads to promote the ‘technology in education’ cause and classrooms utilize 3D facilities to improve the learning experience.

7. Oberoi International School

Established in: 2008

Address: Oberoi Garden City, Off Western Express Highway, Goregaon East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400063

Based on a mission to fulfill every child’s educational and developmental needs in a safe and caring environment conducive to learning and teaching, this school provides a student-centered learning approach.

It also plays host to PYP, Middle School, IGCSE and IBDP programmes. Facilities include:

  • gymnasium
  • badminton and basketball courts
  • cricket pitch
  • auditorium
  • music and dance studios
  • swimming pool

Knowledge, respect, social responsibility, creativity, and celebration of accomplishments are the core values of the school. Students from almost 16 different nationalities contribute to institution’s cultural diversity.

8. Billabong High International School

Address: Ajivasan, Off. Juhu Tara Road, Opp Lido Cinema, Next to SNDT College, Santacruz West, Mumbai, MH, 400049, Juhu Road, Daulat Nagar

This school has been founded on a mission to ensure a student-friendly, stimulating, enriching, and intellectually challenging learning environment for students. Billabong High School is a registered centre of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) and prepares students for the IGCSE exam after the 10th standard and the A levels.

The following is the standard curriculum:

  • Checkpoint (Grade 8)
  • IGCSE (Grade 9 – Grade 10)
  • A levels

The co-curricular activities include jazz ballet, cricket, tennis, chess, skating, drama, capoeira and more.

9. Ryan Global School

Established in: 2009

Address: Yamuna Nagar, Near Millat Nagar, Andheri West, Mumbai – 400053

Accredited by the Geneva-based IBO and the UK-based CIE, Ryan Global School was established with a mission to provide holistic education to students and prepare them for life.

This school promotes teamwork as well as individual learning among students and aims to provide an all-round educational experience to them. The variety of academic programmes provided to students is as follows:

  • Early Years (EY 1 and EY 2)
  • Primary Years Programme (Grade 1 – Grade 5)
  • Foundation Level (Grade 6 – Grade 8)
  • IGCSE Level (Grade 9 – Grade 10)
  • Advanced Level (Grade 11 – Grade 12)

A variety of enriching school activities, assemblies, the student councils and field trips — all support the IB Learner Profile and create avenues to explore the curriculum beyond the classroom.

10. V. Parekh International School

Established in: 2008

Address: CNM School Campus, Dadabhai Road, Off S.V. Road, Vile Parle West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400056

This school was established on a mission to nurture a generation armed with all the necessary skills to meet any challenge that life might bring forth. This school ensures that every child is exposed to a highly interactive learning process that encourages and fosters an environment of excellence.

The academic programmes include:

  • Pre-Primary “Smart Start” Programme
  • Primary Programme
  • Cambridge Lower Secondary Programme
  • Cambridge IGCSE Programme
  • Cambridge A Level Programme
  • IBDP

This school has a spacious infrastructure accommodating aesthetically designed classrooms, well-equipped laboratories, extensive research pool, state-of-the-art library, and a well-maintained and hygienic cafeteria.

11. Singapore International School

Established in: 2005

Address: On National Highway No. 8, Post Mira, Dahisar, Mumbai, Maharashtra 401104

This school has found its place among the best international boarding schools in India. K-6 standard students follow the Singapore Education Ministry based curriculum, while students of 7th and 8th standard follow the Primary Division Academic Programme, which is Pre-IGCSE level. This effectively ties in with the 9 and 10 IGCSE as well. Finally, students are required to follow the two-year International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) for the 10+2 standards.

The boarding facilities of this school offer:

  • a distraction-free surrounding.
  • a comfortable experience.
  • a dynamic sports center.
  • a structured learning atmosphere.
  • an environment that induces inquisitive learning.

Co-curricular activities include sports and games, performing and fine arts, uniformed groups and clubs and societies.

12. NES International school

Established in: 2005

Address: Opposite Sardar Tara Singh Garden, Swapna Nagari, Malabar Hill Road, Mulund (west), Mumbai- 400082

NES International school is an IB accredited school in Mulund and Dombivli. The school offers the student IB PYP, IB MYP and IB DP along with that the school even provides Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A level programmes. The facilities which school offers are indoor cricket, paramilitary training, indoor basketball, indoor skating, adventure sports, yoga and meditation. NES International school also provides psychologists and some special tutors. Here are some programmes provided by the school:

  • IB Primary Years Programme (age 3 to 12)
  • IB Middle Years Programme (age 11 to 16)
  • IB Diploma Programme (age 16 to 19)
  • Cambridge IGCSE (age 14 to 16)
  • Cambridge A Levels

Another Worthy Mention

13. The Cathedral and John Connon School

Established in: 1860

Address: 6, PurushottamdasThakurdas marg, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra-400001

The Cathedral and John Connon School is affiliated with the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations. It is one of the most prestigious schools in India. The school offers students Advanced Placement Programme for the College Board in the U.S.A for students who want to pursue higher education in abroad. Here are some programmes that school offers:

  • Pre-primary school
  • Infant school
  • Junior school
  • Middle school
  • Senior school
  • IBDP Programme

An in-depth research can help you find the best international schools in your city for your child.

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