Schole International Academy is a IB (PYP) / IB (MYP) / IB (DP) school in Karachi, Pakistan. Founded in 2017. Annual tuition ranges from $863 to $1,424 USD.
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Scholarships Available
Means-tested bursaries are available. Contact the school admissions office for details.
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About
Schole International Academy (SIA) is a private co-educational IB continuum day school in Clifton, Karachi, offering the Primary Years Programme (EY–Grade 5), Middle Years Programme (Grades 6–10), and Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12). Founded in 2017, it delivers inquiry-based, concept-driven instruction in English and Urdu to students aged 2–19. The school features a house system, dedicated science and arts facilities, and a broad co-curricular programme encompassing sport, music, drama, community service and enterprise activities.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Schole is Karachi's only full IB continuum school offering PYP, MYP and DP, with progressive IB authorizations completed through 2025. It delivers bilingual instruction in English and Urdu, uses inquiry-based and concept-driven pedagogy, and is located in the central Clifton neighbourhood. The school features a house system, a comprehensive Learning Center, dedicated science and arts studios, and a broad co-curricular programme including sport, music, drama, community service and enterprise challenges.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| MYP 1-3 | PKR 356,400 |
| MYP 4-5 | PKR 396,000 |
| PYP 1-2 | PKR 316,800 |
| PYP 3-5 | PKR 330,000 |
| Play Group | PKR 240,000 |
| Nursery / Kindergarten / Preps | PKR 277,200 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: PKR 240,000 - 396,000. Application fee: $360.
Admissions Process
- 1Parents attend registration and are briefed on the admissions procedure. 2. The child is given a date for an assessment and interview. 3. Assessments cover language acquisition, Language & Literature, and Mathematics, aligned to grade level for placement. 4. The school may require a day of attendance for further evaluation. 5. Class placement is determined by assessment and interview results; age on 1 August determines year group placement.
Admissions Details
School Day
School days run Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Student Life
The school has a house system with four houses named Egyptians, Romans, Mughals, and Greeks.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Schole addresses intellectual, social, emotional and physical well-being holistically through the IB Middle Years Programme. Service as Action connects classroom learning with community projects to foster empathy, self-confidence and responsibility. Extracurricular activities and a well-equipped Learning Center support personal development and social engagement.
Student Demographics
School Background
Private school associated with the Akhtar Group, led by Abdullah Akhtar (Head of School), Sonia Longi (Principal), and Khadija Bilkhwala (Head of Programmes).