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Ahmedabad International School is located at Judges Bunglow Road, Opposite Rajpath Row Houses, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380054, India. The campus sits in the Bodakdev neighbourhood, accessible via major roads in Ahmedabad. Directions are available via a Google Maps link. Contact numbers: 9327035107 and 6352422204; Transport Helpdesk: 6352422591; Email: contact@aischool.net.
Primary (Grades 1-5); Lower Middle (Grades 6-7); Upper Middle (Grades 8-10); High School (Grades 11-12). Grades 1-5 follow IB-PYP; Grades 6-7 follow Cambridge Lower Secondary; Grades 8-10 follow Cambridge IGCSE; Grade 11-12 options include IBDP, Cambridge AS & A Levels, or GHSEB HSC.
International school
Inclusion Policy provides Learning Support, including identification on admission, 1:1 remedial classes after school, differentiated tasks, and potential external support when needed; parents are involved in planning and review.
India
Primary (Grades I-V): 8:30 am–3:30 pm. Cambridge (Grades VI-X): 7:10 am–2:05 pm. AS & A Levels: 7:10 am–12:35 pm. GSEB (Grades XI-XII): 7:10 am–12:35 pm. IBDP (Grades XI-XII): 7:10 am–2:05 pm.
Transport services with pick-up and drop-off from more than 100 locations in Ahmedabad; fees depend on distance from the school. Transport Helpdesk: 6352422591.
The school provides two meals—breakfast and lunch—as part of the food service. The meals are vegetarian with Jain options, and are freshly cooked daily.
Up to grade 10, all AIS students follow a common curriculum. Grades 1–5 follow the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP); Grades 6–7 follow a Cambridge checkpoint-based curriculum; Grades 8–10 follow Cambridge IGCSE. Grades 11–12 have the option to choose from the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), Cambridge AS & A Levels, or the Gujarat State Board HSC. The IBDP core comprises Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Creativity, Activity & Service (CAS), and the Extended Essay (EE).
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AIS graduates gain admission to 7+ colleges/universities on average. In the Class of 2025, thirteen students scored 35 points or more in the IB Diploma, and 85% of students were awarded the IB Diploma.
AIS emphasizes social and emotional development as part of its holistic education. The school aims to foster social and emotional acuity and develop responsible global citizens. A whole-child approach guides the curriculum, with care for self, care for others, and care for the community as foundational values.
The school has a Learning Support Programme (LSP) for students who are second language learners of English or require English language support. The programme provides classroom support and a pull-out English language component, designed to assist learners at the Primary Years Programme level.
English is the language of instruction and the language used for communication. Hindi is compulsory in Primary and optional in Middle and Senior School, and Gujarati is the state language. French is introduced in Grade 7 and offered as an optional subject. English is used for publications and day-to-day communications, and the school supports multilingualism and mother-tongue development.
AIS focuses on holistic development including social and emotional well-being as part of a whole-child approach. CARE for self, care for others, and care for the community are foundational to AIS culture.
1. The school offers online application via the online form and charges an application fee of Rs 1,000. This fee is non-refundable. The admissions team will call to confirm the application.
2. The parents and the child are invited for an in-person interaction at AIS with the admissions counsellor. This session includes a school tour and an opportunity to ask questions.
3. The admissions decision is communicated. Parents email the required documents and deposit the admission fee within 5 working days to confirm admission. Admission decisions are based solely on personal interaction with parents. Submitting the application form is not a guarantee of admission.
Enrollment Details: Filling the waitlist form does not guarantee invitation to the admission process. If there is a vacancy in the grade you have applied for, you will be apprised via email. The waitlist form has an application fee of Rs 1000. For support in filling the form, contact admission@aischool.net.
Plot No. 127, Ranchhodpura, Hare Krishna Mandir Rd, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380060, India. Located in the Ranchhodpura area of Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The school is an IB World School serving Nursery through Grade 12.
IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 6 to 12; IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11 to 16; IB Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16 to 19.
Private IB World School (Day school).
SEN policy provides inclusive education with a dedicated SEN Coordinator. Support includes in-class assistance, withdrawal for targeted learning support, and exam accommodations as required across the PYP, MYP and DP.
India
The school provides nutritious and balanced breakfast, lunch and beverages daily. Nutrition education is provided as part of the health curriculum.
Social and emotional development is supported through COIS's wellness framework. The school provides Social and Emotional Development and Counselling and mental health services. It maintains a healthy and safe school environment to promote well-being. Health education, physical education, and nutrition services support students' overall well-being and resilience. The Wellness Policy commits to open communication, parent and community involvement, and staff wellness promotion to support students' social-emotional growth.
COIS has a Special Educational Needs policy. It provides early identification of difficulties and communicates available support opportunities and accommodations. The school uses differentiated instruction and mainstreaming with an IB-coordinated approach, supported by a SEN Coordinator and a Learning Support Team. Admissions consider learners with SEN and may require documentation; decisions are made by a specialist team including the Counsellor and Head of School. The school provides inclusive access arrangements for assessments and examinations at school and board levels. Support categories include mental health issues, social, emotional and behavioral difficulties, and other learning needs.
Learning a language in addition to the language of instruction is provided at COIS. The medium of instruction is English for all subjects. Gujarati and Hindi are introduced from PYP 1, and from PYP 2 students may choose between Hindi/Gujarati and French/Spanish. Language offerings include Gujarati, Hindi, French and Spanish across the IB programmes; mother tongue support is promoted.
Mental health services are provided as part of the wellness program. Students have access to health services including counselling and mental health support. The wellness program includes meditation and yoga to promote mental well-being. Age-appropriate health education and nutrition guidance support students' well-being. The social-emotional development framework integrates IB learner profiles to promote well-being and resilience.
COIS adheres to the POSCO Act, 2012, to safeguard children. The school safeguards every child as its utmost responsibility and raises awareness of child safety through curriculum and adolescent workshops. It ensures the safety of each child and provides safeguarding information to staff and guardians. The inclusion policy emphasizes creating safe school cultures with open communication based on understanding and respect. The POSCO framework supports safeguarding across admissions, staff training, and student welfare.
1. Registration and forms: Fill Admission Form, Consent Form, ID Card Form, Health Card Form, Transportation Form if opted, and paste passport-size photographs. Provide a copy of the child's Birth Certificate and the child's Aadhaar Card as well as the parents' Aadhaar cards. For international students, provide a copy of Passport and Visa/OCI, plus copies of academic reports from the last school and the Original Leaving Certificate. A one-month non-refundable Admission Fee is payable with the submission of forms.
2. Eligibility and age criteria: All students must meet the age criteria for the relevant programme. After registration, an Admission Counsellor interacts with the parents. The school reviews the previous year's assessment record.
3. Admission counsellor interaction and records: The Admission Counsellor meets with the parents on the scheduled date. The school checks the previous year's assessment record as part of the placement process. Further interactions may be arranged with relevant programme coordinators as part of the admission flow. The final round is an interaction with the Head of School.
4. Special needs and admission: We provide admission to all students. In cases of severe learning needs, the school may offer suggestions to support the child, such as a shadow teacher. The child is supported by our Special Needs Educator to develop social and cognitive skills in collaboration with parents and teachers.
5. Primary Year Programme (PYP) specifics: Interaction with the PYP Coordinator is part of the process for placement into the Primary Year Programme. The admission process is structured to align with the age-appropriate criteria and assessment records.
6. Middle Years Programme (MYP) and assessment: For the Middle Year Programme, an entrance test in English, Science and Math is conducted to assess cognitive skills and inform placement decisions. Admissions are carried out in a fair and transparent manner.
7. Diploma Programme (DP) enrolment: Enrolment into Grades 11 and 12 is based on demonstrated ability to cope with the demands of the Diploma Programme. Scholarships are available for students of outstanding potential. External students must submit required documentation (e.g., completed records from prior boards) and may have provisional admission pending review. Places in Grade 11 are awarded on the basis of actual or predicted IGCSE (or equivalent) results, references, and interviews with the Diploma Programme Coordinator and the Director. Internal COIS students who have completed the Personal Project are eligible to enter the Diploma Programme. Subject choices in DP are based on prior subjects taken, with one-to-one interactions with DP subject teachers; aptitude/admission tests may be required to determine suitability for specific subjects.
8. Internal progression and subject selection: Internal students' prior performance and project work inform DP subject selection; external candidates are evaluated through past performance, references, and interviews.
9. Additional notes: The policy outlines Annexures and subject blocks for DP and other programme specifics as part of the formal admission framework.
Scholarships are available for students of outstanding potential.
Surat, Gujarat, India. Address: Opp. Ambetha Water Tank, Nr. Village Kunkni, Rander - Dandi Road, Surat 395005. Telephone: 8000-130-031, 0261-3501300. Email: surat@fountainheadschools.org.
Early Years; Primary Years Programme (PYP); Middle Years Programme (MYP); IB Diploma Programme (IBDP); Mavericks Learning Centre (MLC); Fountainhead High School Diploma (FHSD); Pearson BTEC.
IB World School offering the IB continuum and Pearson BTEC.
India
Transport Service with safety features; buses adhere to defined speed limits; regular updates are provided to parents in case of transport schedule changes. Transport Route 2025-26 is published for routes; contact details: 8000-130-031, 0261-3501300 and surat@fountainheadschools.org.
Fountainhead School prescribes a daily uniform worn by all students. The policy requires black shoes and black socks; shorts with the Fountainhead logo may be worn, with school-provided PE shorts; in winter, black/white/grey thermals may be worn; head coverings are allowed as appropriate, and jewellery and other adornments are restricted.
On-campus food options include a breakfast and lunch menu, a pantry offering breakfast and snacks, and the Crew Cafe with a distinctive menu.
Parag K Shah is the Chairperson. Ankita Diwekar Kabra is Co-founder and Deputy Head of School. Vardan Kabra is Co-founder and Head of School. The Organogram shows the Administration and Academic Leadership Team responsible for governance.
Fountainhead School is primarily an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School. It offers Early Years, Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP). It also provides the Maverick Learning Centre (MLC), offering mixed-age, experiential learning. Students may pursue a Fountainhead High School Diploma (FHSD) alongside the IB DP, or include Pearson BTEC vocational subjects with FHSD or as part of the DP pathway. The school emphasizes flexibility to transition between pathways as students' interests evolve, with options including a DP route, a FHSD route, and BTEC-based vocational options.
IB Diploma Programme is a globally recognized and academically rigorous qualification designed to prepare students for university study. It provides breadth and depth across subject groups with an emphasis on critical thinking, intercultural understanding, and research skills. The DP curriculum aligns with university expectations and is widely accepted internationally, including recognition by AIU.
The school offers a socio-emotional learning (SEL) programme called Life classes that focuses on nurturing socio-emotional well-being. The SEL approach is supported by counselling and mental health services to help students address emotional and behavioural issues. Teachers receive extensive training to recognize and respond to students' emotional needs and to create a positive, supportive classroom environment. Discipline is non-punitive and non-retributive, emphasizing the natural consequences of mistakes and promoting a culture of kindness and open communication. The wellbeing framework is designed to strengthen students' social-emotional skills through teacher collaboration, student support, and a positive school culture.
The school acknowledges that a student may have Special Educational Needs at any stage of schooling and provisions should be made to meet those needs. Admission of SEN students depends on whether the disability does not affect the ability to meet program demands, with flexibility to admit in such cases. Where necessary, the school and/or parents seek trained teachers or special educators to provide required support, and the school will explore options to secure appropriate resources. SEN provisions are intended to be additional to or different from standard provisions to enable inclusion within the program. The plans align with guidelines that support SEN students across the relevant IB pathway.
English is the medium of instruction and the primary language used across the curriculum. Most students are second language learners of English, and the school recognizes the importance of developing English as a lingua franca while maintaining mother tongues. The school does not run a universal ESL/EAL program, but there is an Additional English Language Support (AELS) programme for students who need extra help. AELS combines classroom support with a pull-out intensive English component for a defined period, with criteria and processes for shortlisting students. The AELS programme is currently at the Primary Years Programme level, with potential expansion based on need. The school also promotes a mother tongue programme and multilingual resources to support language development.
Wellbeing is integrated into the school's approach to education through SEL and dedicated counselling. The Life classes contribute to students' emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and interpersonal skills. Counselling and mental health support services address emotional and behavioural concerns, with teachers receiving training to support mental wellbeing in the classroom. A dedicated wellbeing team provides structured support and collaborates with families and staff to promote resilience and healthy relationships. The school emphasises a proactive, preventive approach to mental wellbeing as part of its broader educational philosophy.
Child safety is the top priority at Fountainhead School. The school runs a Child Protection Policy with measures including a parent pass system for pickups, CCTV coverage around the campus and buses, a sick-bay team, and wellbeing counsellors to support socio-emotional needs. Every bus has seatbelts and attendants to ensure student safety, and staff receive POCSO training. Regular safety drills and internal audits are conducted to maintain a secure and nurturing environment for pupils.
The school uses a structured admission process: collection and payment of the admission packet; submission of documents and completion of the online admission form; interaction with parent/candidate as needed; reading of admission status, with a potential draw system if seats are limited; deposit of fees and confirmation of admission. Attendance at Education for Tomorrow (EFT) workshop is compulsory for admission and both parents are encouraged to attend; if EFT is not attended, admission may be cancelled. Admission status is communicated by phone and email, and if there are more applicants than seats, a waitlist/draw system is used. For Primary Years, readiness testing and parent interaction are part of the process; for Early Years, interaction with parents may be required. Admission form fees are non-refundable.
Waitlist Criteria for Admission: Basic criteria include attending EFT Workshop (compulsory) and all documents signed and submitted (compulsory); for Early Years, either a Kindergarten recommendation form or interaction with parents; for Primary Years, an assessment and interaction with parents; the form must be submitted within the specified dates; students must be without special needs. Categories include staff (till March), siblings of FS students, Fountainhead Preschool attendees (EY only), applicants for both siblings, and others. For other categories, the admission department checks that the candidate has cleared the assessment test with a minimum mark; girls may be given priority; random selection may occur via a chit system in the presence of parents.
Udgam School for Children is located in Thaltej, a suburb of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. The address is Opp. Sardar Patel Institute, Thaltej, Ahmedabad 380054, Gujarat, India.
Primary, Middle, Secondary and Senior Secondary levels; English-medium CBSE school; offers the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP) for Grades XI–XII; private, self-financed.
Private, self-financed English-medium CBSE school
Special Educators provide inclusive education for children with special needs, including learning disabilities; an Individualized Educational Plan is developed; teachers implement tailored interventions and collaborate with parents.
India
Grades I–IX: Morning shift 7:00–12:00; Noon shift 12:30–5:30 on 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturdays. Grades X–XII: Morning shift 7:00–12:00; no regular noon shift is listed for Saturdays.
Transport is provided to all students from Class I to Class XII and is outsourced to authorized agencies. Buses and Wingers have CCTV, GPS trackers, and trained attendants; mobile numbers are shared with parents for emergencies. Transport runs to designated bus stops; door-to-door pickup/drop is not assured. Parents should inform the school transport in-charge about address or contact changes.
The school has a canteen facility.
Executive Director is Mr. Manan Choksi. Directors include Ms. Radhika Iyer. The school operates in two shifts with Ms Sharmistha Sinha as Principal (Morning) and Ms Dhanya Ramachandran as Principal (Noon).
Udgam School follows an NCERT-based CBSE curriculum. It supplements classroom learning with activities, workshops, competitions, and hands-on projects, and aligns with CBSE guidelines and NEP 2020, including SDGs. The school is an IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme for Grade 11 and 12, with experiential learning through masterclasses, workshops, projects, case studies, and industry engagement. Practical knowledge is supported by well-equipped laboratories and activities such as assemblies, field trips, and Life Skills. English is the medium of instruction. Assessments include detailed assessments and Olympiads, and there is emphasis on sports and student well-being with counselors available.
Average class strength is 40.
CBSE Exam Results are published for AISSE (All India Secondary School Examination) and AISSCE (All India Senior Secondary Certificate Examination). In the 2022-23 AISSE, 320 students appeared with 115 above 91%, 117 in 81–90%, 57 in 71–80%, 27 in 61–70%, and 4 in 51–60. In the 2022-23 AISSCE, Science had 100 appeared (27 above 91%, 40 in 81–90%, 22 in 71–80%, 10 in 61–70%, 1 in 51–60); Commerce had 132 appeared (44 above 91%, 56 in 81–90%, 18 in 71–80%, 10 in 61–70%, 4 in 51–60); Humanities had 65 appeared (25 above 91%, 29 in 81–90%, 10 in 71–80%, 1 in 61–70%).
Udgam School provides an inclusive, supportive environment that prioritizes social and emotional development. A School Counsellor helps students with academic, social, behavioural and emotional needs and collaborates with teachers, parents and special educators to create a healthy learning atmosphere. There are counsellors for each school section (primary, middle, and secondary) to support students across the grades. School psychologists focus on wellness, social skills, problem solving, anger management, self-regulation and optimism, and they work with families to address barriers to learning. Counselling services and parent workshops are routinely arranged to assist with special learning or behavioural needs.
Udgam School follows an Inclusion/Special Education Needs framework aligned with IB philosophy. There is no single approach to learning; special education teachers use visual, auditory and tactile materials and the Learning Process leverages Multiple Intelligences to support different learners. Identification of learning support needs occurs during admission, with documents reviewed by an admission panel; the School Counsellor and CRS teachers assess and document recommendations for the Admissions Panel. Indicators for special education include learning difficulties, emotional or behavioural challenges, specific learning difficulties, sensory or physical needs, communication problems and medical conditions. Eligibility is determined through a comprehensive evaluation, and individualized plans (IEPs) are developed with appropriate interventions and accommodations, including extended time, technology aids and separate examination arrangements where needed. Arrangements in examinations can include separate rooms, seating adjustments, assistants, aids, hearing instructions and magnifying devices, with some accommodations requiring prior IB authorization. The school aims to integrate students with learning needs into the mainstream classroom wherever possible.
English is the medium of instruction at Udgam School. The school creates a multilingual environment and supports use of English alongside students' mother tongues to foster intercultural understanding. Internal and external communications, governance, projects and day‑to‑day activities are conducted in English to promote language proficiency. The language policy emphasizes English language development through speaking, listening, reading and writing, with English described as the primary language of instruction and a focus on multilingual literacy. The school recognizes that most students speak English and Gujarati, and supports mother tongue development (Gujarati and other languages) with school assemblies, language festivals and classroom activities. Students are encouraged to devote at least 50 hours to core language development using various modalities, and teachers are viewed as language teachers who upskill to support language learning. The language policy is reviewed annually.
Udgam School provides mental wellbeing support through its counselling framework. Three full‑time counsellors (one per section) offer counselling to address social, emotional and behavioural concerns and to promote wellness, social skills, problem solving, self‑regulation and optimism. Counsellors work with students to identify barriers to learning, design interventions and support home–school collaboration, alongside collaboration with teachers and parents. All students have access to confidential counselling sessions, and counsellors can visit classrooms or meet privately as needed. The counsellors and special educators also arrange workshops for parents and staff to address learning or behavioural needs.
Confidentiality in counselling is maintained, with explicit exceptions if there is a risk of harm to the student or others. The school provides clear pathways to contact the counsellors, including private appointments, and counsellors may engage with families to support student wellbeing. School psychologists are described as identifying and addressing learning and behaviour problems, evaluating eligibility for support services, and promoting students' social, emotional and behavioural health, with collaboration across teachers and families. Parents are encouraged to approach counsellors for guidance, and counsellors frequently organise workshops for parents dealing with special learning or behavioural needs.
Admissions are open from grade 1 to 9 for the academic year 2026-27. Admissions are open for Grade 11 for the academic year 2026-27. The school admits students belonging to all strata of society and from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Admissions are open to all and the school reserves the right to grant admission to any child. For registration, please keep scanned copies of the following documents ready: address proof, birth certificate, result of previous year (If Applicable), parent's educational qualification documents, sibling proof (in case real brother/sister is studying in same school), and Aadhar card copies for both parents and child.
The Udgam School Scholarship Program is for meritorious students of Udgam School whose household income is below a certain limit. The school considers applications based on the following criteria: academic results of the child for the past year; behaviour and discipline of the child during the past year; annual income of both the parents; attendance record of the child; punctuality and other habits of the child. Parents are requested to fill the form and submit to the school front office along with the attachments mentioned in the form. Only students studying in Classes 1 onwards are eligible for this program. The fees paid in the last academic year is refunded, so students of class 1 will be eligible only when the child comes in class 2. The students whose scholarship is granted will be remitted the amount of fees paid in the previous academic year. Only tuition fees will be remitted and based on the merits and needs of the child. It is variable from 25% to 100%. Please note that this scholarship program is administered by a scholarship committee formed by representative of the school and the board of trustees. The decision of this scholarship committee is final and no representations for the review of the decision will be entertained. No parent should contact any committee member directly. Any falsification of data will be treated with grave concern. The committee members may call for further information over and above mentioned in the form for facilitating the decision making process. Parents can attach any other documents they wish to further strengthen their contention of eligibility either for merit or for affordability. The students who have been awarded scholarship last year need to fill the form to be eligible for the program this year too.
