City Montessori School is a Indian Curriculum / CBSE Curriculum / Cambridge IGCSE / Cambridge A Levels / Montessori Curriculum school in Lucknow, India. Founded in 1959. Annual tuition ranges from $936 to $1,829 USD.
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Scholarships Available
CMS students are recognised in national-level scholarships including NTSE, KVPY, and Inspire Scholarship for Higher Education. In 2024, 130 students received the Inspire Scholarship; 167 in 2023; 86 in 2022; 84 in 2021. 9 students qualified for KVPY (2021); 7 for NTSE (2021). The school also highlights overseas university placements on scholarship.
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About
City Montessori School is a large multi-campus K-12 institution in Lucknow, India, operating 21 campuses that collectively serve over 50,000 students aged 3 to 18. Founded in 1959 by Dr. Jagdish Gandhi and Dr. Bharti Gandhi, CMS offers Cambridge (IGCSE/A-Level) and CISCE (ICSE/ISC) curricula with a strong emphasis on universal values, global citizenship, and peace education under the Jai Jagat motto. The school is recognised for its international exchange programmes, UNESCO Peace Education award, and consistent record of placing students in top universities worldwide.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Multi-campus K-12 network with 21 campuses across Lucknow serving ages 3–18. Offers both Cambridge (IGCSE/A-Level) and CISCE (ICSE/ISC) curricula alongside Montessori and CBSE. Conducts 32 international exchange programmes annually and hosts a World Unity Convention Centre. UNESCO Peace Education recognition. Strong university counselling with 137 students receiving offers from top global universities in 2024–25. ALFA inclusive literacy programme at Station Road Campus.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Class I | INR 943~$ 11 |
| Class VI | INR 1,366~$ 16 |
| Class II-V | INR 1,067~$ 13 |
| Class IX-X | INR 1,771~$ 21 |
| Class XI-XII | INR 1,829~$ 22 |
| Montessori-KG | INR 705~$ 8 |
| Class VII-VIII | INR 1,418~$ 17 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ₹77,680 - 151,820. Application fee: $14.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit an application form to the Principal of the relevant campus. 2. For Pre-Primary/Playgroup, admission is age-based (Montessori: 3 years, Nursery: 4 years, KG: 5 years); birth certificate required. 3. For Class III and above, admission is based on previous year results plus a written test and an interview with the Principal. 4. A Dossier outlining policies, rules, uniform, and fee structure is provided to all prospective and enrolled families.
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School Day
Campus calling hours run from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Student Life
The uniform includes a navy blue belt with a metal CMS logo buckle.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The school emphasises peace education and global unity through the Jai Jagat programme, All-Religion Prayer, World Peace Prayer, and has received UNESCO Peace Education recognition.
Student Demographics
School Background
Founded in 1959 by Dr. Jagdish Gandhi and Dr. Bharti Gandhi. Operates under Sarvodaya Seva Sansthan, a registered body. Prof. Geeta Gandhi Kingdon serves as Manager; Dr. Bharti Gandhi as Founder-Director. Runs 21 campuses across Lucknow.
UNESCO Peace Education Recognition