B.D. Somani International School, often shortened to BDSIS, is one of the international options families weigh in South Mumbai, and it appears on our Mumbai city hub. Founded in 2006, it began with the two year IB Diploma and added a Cambridge IGCSE programme and a primary school soon after, so it now runs from the early years through to Grade 12.
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At a glance
Curriculum and academics
BDSIS runs a Cambridge and IB pathway. The primary and middle school build towards the Cambridge IGCSE in Grades 9 and 10, and the senior school moves to the two year IB Diploma, with its six subject groups, the extended essay, theory of knowledge and the creativity, activity and service strand. This route is popular with families who want an international qualification recognised by universities abroad.
The school is comparatively small, which many parents value for the attention it allows, and it pairs the academic programme with art, music, sport and a service culture. Families weighing the senior choice can read our IB curriculum guide to understand how the Diploma is assessed and where it leads.
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B.D. Somani International School fees
BDSIS sits in the upper band on our Mumbai international school fees guide, reflecting its South Mumbai location and its IB Diploma senior school. The school does not publish a single headline figure that we can confirm, and figures quoted on third party aggregator sites vary, so treat any number you see as indicative and confirm the current schedule directly with the admissions office. Tuition typically rises through the school, with the Diploma years carrying the highest cost.
Tuition is only part of the budget. Expect a one time admission charge when a place is taken and a deposit at some stages. IB Diploma examination fees fall due in the senior years and are billed separately, while transport, meals, uniform and trips add to the annual figure. Families comparing the full cost across the top names in the city can use the Mumbai secondary fees reference alongside our compare tool.
Admissions
BDSIS follows the Indian academic year, and entry is possible at most stages subject to availability in the relevant grade. The school asks for the standard documentation and a record of prior schooling, with an age appropriate interaction for younger children and assessments for older applicants joining the IGCSE or the Diploma. Places in the senior years are limited and confirmed most easily at the start of a stage.
Because the Diploma is a structured two year course, mid year entry into Grades 11 and 12 cannot be relied upon. Families relocating to Mumbai should apply as early as possible, ask the admissions team directly about availability in the specific grade and confirm the timing of the annual intake.
Location and who goes there
The campus sits in Cuffe Parade at the southern tip of the city, a settled residential and business area that has long drawn professional and internationally mobile families. The location suits households based in South Mumbai and offers reach across the southern neighbourhoods, though families in the northern suburbs should factor in the commute.
The intake mixes internationally mobile families, returning Indian households and local professionals who want a Cambridge and IB pathway close to South Mumbai. For the wider picture of where international families settle across Mumbai and the schools near them, see the Mumbai city hub.
Reviews
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Frequently asked questions
How much are B.D. Somani International School fees?
BDSIS sits in the upper band on our Mumbai fees guide. The school does not publish a single figure we can confirm and third party numbers vary, so treat any quote as indicative and confirm the current schedule with the admissions office. A one time admission charge applies on entry and IB Diploma examination fees fall due in the senior years.
What curriculum does B.D. Somani International School follow?
BDSIS offers the Cambridge IGCSE in the secondary years and the two year IB Diploma in Grades 11 and 12, running from Reception to Grade 12.
When was B.D. Somani International School founded?
B.D. Somani International School was founded in 2006 and is located in Cuffe Parade, South Mumbai.
Is B.D. Somani International School a good school?
BDSIS is a small South Mumbai school known for its Cambridge and IB pathway and personal attention. Whether it is the right fit depends on your child, your budget and your curriculum preference. We do not publish a rating without verified reviews.
Where is B.D. Somani International School located?
The campus is in Cuffe Parade, at the southern tip of South Mumbai.
