The International School Bangalore (TISB) is a IB PYP / IB DP / Cambridge IGCSE / EYFS school in Bengaluru, India. Founded in 2000. Annual tuition ranges from $3,614 to $7,831 USD.
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Scholarships Available
The Chairman's Scholarship is awarded to exceptional IB students who achieve a perfect score of 45 on the IBDP. General scholarships or bursaries are not offered.
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About
The International School Bangalore (TISB) is a co-educational day and boarding school set on a 140-acre campus in the Whitefield area of Bangalore, offering the IB continuum (PYP and DP), Cambridge IGCSE, and EYFS for students aged 3–18. Founded in 2000, the school serves a diverse international community of 28 nationalities and emphasises inquiry, student agency, and global citizenship. Extensive on-campus facilities include a 25m swimming pool, cricket pitch, athletics track, auditoriums, and approximately 45 after-school activity options.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
140-acre campus in Whitefield, Bangalore; IB continuum (PYP and DP) plus Cambridge IGCSE for ages 3–18; co-educational day and boarding school with boarding from Grade 5; community of 28 nationalities; approximately 45 after-school activity options; notable programmes include the Aajivan Lecture Series, Model United Nations and Future Leaders; participation in the Johns Hopkins CTY Talent Search; graduates admitted to Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial College London, ETH Zurich and NUS.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Primary | INR 3,916~$ 47 |
| Middle School | INR 4,518~$ 54 |
| Secondary / Senior | null |
| Pre-primary / Early Years | INR 3,614~$ 43 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ₹300,000 - 650,000. Application fee: $180.
Admissions Process
- 1Contact the Admissions Department and complete the Enquiry Form. 2. Attend an Open Morning (held January to April). 3. Submit the Application Form, last two years' school reports, passport copy, and Registration Fee. 4. Sit an Online Entrance Assessment; successful applicants are invited for a Skype interview. 5. Receive an offer within 2–3 weeks of the assessment. 6. Confirm acceptance within 2 weeks and pay the required fees.
Admissions Details
There may be a waiting list for some grades once available places have been filled. Waiting-list places may be offered to applicants who meet the required standard in the entrance assessments.
Boarding Life
Three boarding houses from Grade 5: Junior Boys International House (JBIH), Boys International House (BIH), and Girls' International Boarding House (GIH). Each house is staffed by experienced House staff and designed to be a home-away-from-home. Separate facilities for junior boys, senior boys and girls. Boarding fees are charged separately from tuition.
Boarding is available from Grade 5 onwards. Students live in one of three boarding houses: Junior Boys International House (JBIH), Boys International House (BIH), and Girls' International Boarding House (GIH), each staffed by experienced House staff. The environment fosters community values, mutual respect, and inclusivity.
School Day
The day begins with Class Well-Being, followed by lessons with breaks for juice, lunch and play. Pre-KG finishes at 12:30 pm. Grades 3–5 may extend the day with After School Activities.
Student Life
Three boarding houses: Boys International House (BIH) headed by Mr. Dereck Dominic Swain, Junior Boys International House (JBIH) headed by Mr. Johnson Prabhakar, and Girls' International Boarding House (GIH) headed by Ms. Gail Fonseca.
Meals are provided in the Cafeteria, supplemented by Street Food options and a Tuck Shop. A Food Council chaired by the Deputy Principal Pastoral provides feedback on the cafeteria menu and ensures student voices are represented in dining decisions.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
The PSHME programme covers social and emotional issues across year groups. Form Tutors meet daily and act as the first point of contact for attendance, academic progress and personal wellbeing. School Counsellors provide a safe, confidential space. Well-being Prefects are a student-led body promoting positivity, and Counselling Interns support wellbeing initiatives. The Deputy Principal (Pastoral) leads overall safeguarding and student wellbeing.
The Deputy Principal – Pastoral oversees policies related to student well-being, behaviour, and discipline. The Senior Leadership Team includes designated Child Protection Officers. Pastoral and counselling staff support safeguarding through guidance and awareness initiatives covering anti-bullying and digital safety.
Student Demographics
School Background
Governed by a Board of Governors. Chairman and Founder: Dr. K P Gopalkrishna; Dean and Founder: Mrs. Santhamma Gopalkrishna; Vice-Chairperson and Director: Dr. Bindu Hari; Chief Executive Officer: Mr. Hari Krishnan.