American Embassy School is a IB Diploma Programme / IB school in New Delhi, India. Founded in 1952. It serves 1,200 students for students aged 3–18. Annual tuition ranges from $22,050 to $38,155 USD.
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About
American Embassy School is a private, coeducational day school in New Delhi, India, authorized by the International Baccalaureate since June 1982. The school offers the IB Diploma Programme with instruction in English and instruction in multiple languages including French, Spanish, Mandarin, and other world languages.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
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- Performing Arts
- Visual and Creative Arts
- STEM
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Grades 6-8 | INR 36,205~$ 434 |
| KG-Grade 5 | INR 31,170~$ 373 |
| Grades 9-12 | INR 38,155~$ 457 |
| Pre-Kindergarten | INR 22,050~$ 264 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ₹33,725 - 57,280. Application fee: $800.
Admissions Process
- 1Applicants must demonstrate academic growth and appropriate conduct, and show that their academic, social, and emotional needs can be met by AES. Students must be eligible to graduate before turning twenty and reside in New Delhi NCR with a parent or legal guardian. Priority categories: (1) US citizens, (2) children of diplomatic/consular personnel, (3) transfers from international schools worldwide, (4) all other applicants; siblings receive priority within their higher category. Indian citizens must meet MEA guidelines. English language proficiency is assessed online. Age cutoff is August 31 for each grade level.
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School Day
The school day runs from 8:30 am to 3:35 pm, with early release on Wednesdays at 2:30 pm.
Student Life
AES serves in-house prepared meals daily, including hot entrees, soups, fresh fruit and a salad bar. The nutrition policy promotes healthy eating with fresh fruits and vegetables, low-fat milk, and whole grains, and includes gluten-free options and campus-grown produce when possible. Lunch is offered in Elementary and Middle School cafeterias; high school venues are cash-free with purchases via pre-loaded school ID cards. Tiger's Den cafe and Tiger's Kiosk provide snacks and beverages.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Counseling is available Pre-K through Grade 12 to support mental health and emotional wellbeing. AES promotes a Culture of Belonging and provides Health Office services as part of its wellness program.
AES has a Child Safeguarding Policy with mandatory staff training and safeguarding procedures. All adults are required to report concerns to designated Child Safeguarding Officers; procedures involve collaboration with local authorities and home-country channels as appropriate.
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