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Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, CBSE Curriculum
Taught languages French, Spanish, Telugu, Hindi
Typical class size 12
Strengths STEM, Outdoor Education, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form, High School
Introduction
The Gaudium School, launched in 2015 and located in Hyderabad, Telangana, is a K-12 international school offering IB (PYP, MYP, DP), Cambridge International (IGCSE, AS/A Levels) and CBSE. It runs three phases: Primary (Nursery–Grade 5) with IB PYP; Middle School (Grade 6–10) with IB MYP, CAIE or CBSE; and High School (Grade 11–12) with CBSE or IB DP. An IB Continuum Campus at Kollur and an IB Candidate Campus at Nanakramguda enable progression through PYP, MYP and DP while Cambridge and CBSE paths remain to support multiple routes to higher education. The 27-acre campus features science, technology and arts facilities: physics, chemistry and biology labs; STEM Lab; Writing Lab; Social Sciences Lab; DIY Lab; Interactive Science Park; and an Adventure Campsite with rock climbing, rappelling and tree-house activities. Aesthetic Fine Art Studios, IT environment and Happy Minds mindfulness programming enrich holistic development. Multilingualism and intercultural understanding are central to the school's mission.
The Gaudium School has 1,550 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.
Location
Hyderabad, India. Survey No 25/A, Velimela Village RC Puram Mandal, Sanga Reddy District, Hyderabad 502300.
Stages
Pre-primary to Grade 12
Type
K-12 international school
Pupil Nationality Mix
Welcomes students from all over the world; inclusive.
Bus service
Transport (bus) is offered with distance-based fees: 0-5 km 54000 INR per year; 5-15 km 58500 INR per year; 15 km and above 60000 INR per year. Transport is optional and can be arranged termly.
Academics
The Gaudium School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, CBSE Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
IB PYP, IB MYP, and IB DP; Cambridge International (CAIE); and Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The Gaudium's three phases are Primary School (Nursery to Grade 5) – IB PYP; Middle School (Grade 6-10) – IB MYP/CAIE/CBSE; High School (Grade 11-12) – IB DP/CBSE. The Gaudium is an IB Continuum School for Kollur Campus and an IB Candidate School for Nanakramguda Campus, making it one of Hyderabad's IB World Schools to offer IB PYP, MYP and DP. This continuum supports multilingualism, intercultural understanding and global engagement. The Academic Path emphasizes counselor-guided choice of the most suitable path, with CBSE and Cambridge curricula continuing alongside the IB programmes to support multiple routes to higher education.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates are well prepared for 21st-century education and are placed in reputed universities in India and abroad.
Admissions
Admissions
The Gaudium is CBSE, CAIE and IB World School in Hyderabad. The Gaudium offers IB PYP curriculum from Nursery to Grade 5; Grades 6–10 provide a choice between CAIE, IB MYP and CBSE; Grades 11–12 offer CBSE, IB DP, AS and A Levels (Cambridge). The Kollur campus offers IB PYP from Nursery to Grade 5; Grades 6–10 include CAIE (UK), CBSE and IB MYP; Grades 11–12 offer CBSE, IBDP (IB Diploma Programme) and Cambridge AS & A Levels. Nanakramguda is a candidate school for the PYP and currently offers IB PYP for Nursery to Grade 2. Age criteria follow NEP guidelines: Nursery >3 years; PP1 >4 years; PP2 >5 years; Grade 1 >6 years; Grade 2 >7 years; Grade 3 >8 years; Grade 4 >9 years; Grade 5 >10 years; Grade 6 >11 years; Grade 7 >12 years; Grade 8 >13 years; Grade 9 >14 years; Grade 10 >15 years; Grade 11 >16 years; Grade 12 >17 years. The Admission Process is a 5-step sequence: appointment (counsellor calls to fix a mandatory appointment), visit the campus with the child and mandatory documents, counseling and campus tour, assessment of the student and submission of the completed application form, and payment of fees to confirm admission. Documents required include birth certificate for age verification, Aadhar card, previous academic records, student and parent passport-size photos, passport copy and visa documents (NRI/EXPAT), and immunization copy. Fees include a non-refundable Registration Kit of INR 5,000; an Enrolment Fee; and termly payments for Academic Fee, Food Fee, and Transport Fee payable by Debit/Credit card or via the Parent Portal, with 1st instalment due at admission, 2nd instalment due on September 5 and 3rd instalment due on December 5. Boarding is available from Grade 4 and above, with 5-day boarding or term boarding options. The Gaudium is a CBSE, CAIE and IB World School in Hyderabad and accepts applications from students from all parts of India and the world, without discrimination.
FAQs
What curriculum does The Gaudium School follow?
IB PYP, IB MYP, and IB DP; Cambridge International (CAIE); and Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE).
Where is The Gaudium School located?
Hyderabad, India. Survey No 25/A, Velimela Village RC Puram Mandal, Sanga Reddy District, Hyderabad 502300.
Is there a school bus service?
Transport (bus) is offered with distance-based fees: 0-5 km 54000 INR per year; 5-15 km 58500 INR per year; 15 km and above 60000 INR per year. Transport is optional and can be arranged termly.
How does admissions work?
The Gaudium is CBSE, CAIE and IB World School in Hyderabad. The Gaudium offers IB PYP curriculum from Nursery to Grade 5; Grades 6–10 provide a choice between CAIE, IB MYP and CBSE; Grades 11–12 offer CBSE, IB DP, AS and A Levels (Cambridge).
What languages are taught?
Languages 1 – English. L2 languages include Hindi, Telugu, French and Spanish. L3 languages include Hindi, Telugu, French, Sanskrit and Spanish. Telugu is mandatory either as L2 or L3 language as per State Government directives.
What facilities does the school have?
The Gaudium sits on a 27-acre, eco-friendly campus in Hyderabad.
When was The Gaudium School founded?
The Gaudium School was launched in 2015. It is led by K. Nityananda Reddy, Chairman, and K. Kirthi Reddy, Founder and Director. The management is described as an eclectic mix of educationists and leading professionals.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Transdisciplinary integration includes Arts, Music, Dance, PSPE and Theatre. This approach weaves arts into all learning areas.
