Kodaikanal International School is a IB Primary Years Programme / IB Middle Years Programme / IB Diploma Programme / IB Career-related Programme / IB school in Kodaikanal, India. Founded in 1901. It serves 393 students for students aged 3–18. Annual tuition ranges from $19,900 to $21,800 USD.
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Financial aid available for students in Grade 5 and above, covering up to 95% of annual fees. Students receiving 80% or more aid also receive reductions in Development Fees and assistance with mandatory field trip costs. Sibling discounts: 10% for first sibling, 20% for second and subsequent siblings.
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About
Kodaikanal International School is a private, coeducational boarding school in India authorized by the International Baccalaureate since 1976. The school offers all four IB programmes—Primary Years, Middle Years, Diploma, and Career-related—with instruction in English and serves students from ages 3 to 19.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
- IB programme offerings
- Combined day and boarding model
- Wide age range 3-18
- USA curriculum option
Fees & Financials
Original currency: K-8: US$19,900, Grades 9-10: US$21,000, Grades 11-12: US$21,800. Application fee: $70.
Admissions Process
- 1Submit an admissions inquiry online. Schedule a campus tour if desired. Applications accepted for Kindergarten through Grade 12. Boarding available from Grade 5. Contact [email protected] or +91 93423 01123.
Admissions Details
Not specifically detailed. Contact the admissions office for availability in each grade.
Boarding Life
On-campus residential houses with structured supervision from Grade 5. Dean of Residential Life oversees residential programme. Features include weekend excursions, night walks, sleepover trips, inter-residence competitions, dances, and game nights. CCTV security across campus.
KIS is primarily a boarding school with residential life available from Grade 5. A Dean of Residential Life oversees the programme. Students live in on-campus residences with structured supervision and weekend activities including night walks, sleepover excursions, and inter-residence social events.
School Day
Full school day with a residential boarding programme. Weekend activities are provided for boarders including excursions, social events, and outdoor activities.
Student Life
Students live in inter-residence communities with inter-residence competitions and social events including dances and game nights.
Not specifically detailed on the website.
Food services are provided on campus for all students, with a dedicated food services department managing meals.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Student counselling services, the Peer Encouragement Program (PEER) providing peer-to-peer support, and the Dean of Residential Life provide comprehensive mental health support. An on-campus health clinic is also available.
The school has a dedicated safeguarding page and policy. CCTV security is installed across the campus. An on-campus health clinic provides medical support.
Student Demographics
School Background
private
Non-denominational; founded by American missionaries with a Dean of Religious Life; welcomes students of all faiths