For families comparing international schools in New Delhi that combine a recognised English curriculum with the IB Diploma, The British School, New Delhi is one of the longest established options. Founded in 1963 and sited in the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri, it has long served the diplomatic and international business community in the capital. This profile sets out what GlobalSchoolGuide Editorial has verified about its curriculum, fees and admissions.
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At a glance
Curriculum and academics
BSND follows the English National Curriculum through the primary and middle years, with students sitting IGCSE at around Year 11, and then offers the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12 and 13. That route gives families a structured English style progression followed by the broad, university facing Diploma at the top of the school, which suits internationally mobile households who may move on before the final years.
The school is co educational and admits across the full age range from Early Years to sixth form. For the wider market and how BSND sits against its peers, see our roundup of the best international schools in New Delhi.
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The British School New Delhi fees
| Stage | Annual tuition |
|---|---|
| Nursery and Reception | INR 980,000 |
| Years 1 to 6 | INR 864,000 |
| Years 7 to 9 | INR 1,156,000 |
| Years 10 to 11 | INR 1,156,000 |
| Years 12 to 13 | INR 1,384,000 |
Source: The British School New Delhi (british-school.org). Annual tuition (term fee x4 quarters). Excludes one-time development and admission fees, deposit, transport and lunch. Fees are the most recent published figures and exclude one-off costs such as registration, deposits and capital levies. Always confirm current fees directly with the school.
The British School New Delhi fees sit in the premium band for the capital, reflecting its established reputation, central diplomatic location and the IB Diploma offer in the senior years. Tuition rises with each stage and the school publishes a current schedule, so confirm the live figures with admissions rather than relying on a number found second hand. For the wider picture, see our guide to international school fees in New Delhi.
- Registration: a one off application or registration charge, normally non refundable
- Deposit: a place or caution deposit on acceptance to confirm enrolment
- Examination entry: IGCSE and IB Diploma entry fees in the senior years
- Extras: transport, uniform, lunches and trips
Admissions
BSND admits for an August start in line with the international school year in India, and considers applications through the year where places exist. Admissions reviews previous school reports and sets assessments suited to the year group, with the senior grades weighed against the IGCSE and IB Diploma courses that lead to external examinations.
Demand is strong given the diplomatic catchment, and turnover in the enclave can free occasional places mid year. Register early for sought after year groups and ask about waiting lists if you are relocating outside the standard cycle.
Location and who goes there
The school sits in Chanakyapuri, the diplomatic enclave of New Delhi, home to embassies, high commissions and the residences of the international community, which makes the daily commute manageable for diplomatic and corporate families based in central and south Delhi.
The community is international and mobile, with diplomatic and business families alongside returning Indian households who want an English curriculum and the IB Diploma. For the full landscape of districts, curricula and fees across the capital, see the New Delhi city hub.
Reviews
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Frequently asked questions
How much are The British School New Delhi fees?
The British School, New Delhi sits in the premium band for the capital. Tuition rises with each stage and is highest in the IB Diploma years, and the school publishes a current schedule. Registration, a deposit and extras such as transport and examination entry sit on top, so confirm the live figures with admissions.
Does The British School New Delhi offer the IB?
Yes. BSND is an authorised IB World School offering the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12 and 13, following the English National Curriculum and IGCSE in the earlier years.
When was The British School New Delhi founded?
The British School, New Delhi was established in 1963 and is one of the longest running international schools in the capital.
When do British School New Delhi applications open?
BSND admits for an August start and considers applications through the year where places exist. Register early for sought after year groups and ask about waiting lists if you are relocating off cycle.
Where is The British School New Delhi located?
The school is in Chanakyapuri, the diplomatic enclave of New Delhi, close to embassies and the residences of the international community.
