Canadian International School, usually shortened to CIS, is one of the longer established international schools in Bangalore and appears on our Bangalore city hub. It began in 1996 as the Canadian School of India and was the first school in the city authorised by the IB to offer the Diploma Programme. Its campus in Yelahanka in the north of the city is known for running entirely on solar power.
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At a glance
Curriculum and academics
The school teaches Cambridge programmes in the primary and middle years and offers the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12, giving students an international pathway from the early years through to a globally recognised leaving qualification. It is known for early technology integration, having been described as the first one to one iPad school in South India.
Because it leads to the IB Diploma, graduates most often move on to universities in North America, the United Kingdom, Europe and India. Our IB curriculum guide and Cambridge guide explain how each stage is structured and how the results are used for university entry.
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Canadian International School fees
Canadian International School sits in the premium band on our Bangalore international school fees guide, in line with the established IB schools in the city. The school publishes its schedule to enquiring families, and third party figures vary and date quickly, so treat any quote you see elsewhere as indicative and confirm the current schedule directly with the admissions office.
Tuition is only part of the budget. A one time admission charge and deposits may apply, and transport, meals, uniform where required, trips and activities add to the annual total. Families comparing the full cost across the city can use the Bangalore secondary fees reference alongside our compare tool.
Admissions
Admission depends on space in the relevant grade, previous school reports and any assessment or interaction the admissions team requests. As an international school the intake is diverse, and the team is used to enrolling families arriving mid year from other countries.
Places at the popular entry points can be limited, so relocating families should contact the admissions office early, share recent school records and ask directly about availability rather than assume a place will open in a given year.
Location and who goes there
The campus sits in Yelahanka in the north of Bangalore, within reach of the Kempegowda International Airport corridor and the northern residential districts that house many internationally mobile families. The location suits households posted to the north of the city and those who value proximity to the airport.
The intake is strongly international, reflecting the technology and multinational presence in the city, alongside globally mobile Indian families returning from abroad. For the wider view of where international families settle across the city, see the Bangalore city hub.
Reviews
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Frequently asked questions
How much are Canadian International School Bangalore fees?
The school sits in the premium band for Bangalore, in line with the established IB schools. Third party figures vary and date quickly, so confirm the current schedule directly with the admissions office.
What curriculum does Canadian International School Bangalore follow?
It teaches Cambridge programmes in the lower and middle years and offers the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12.
When was Canadian International School Bangalore founded?
It was founded in 1996 as the Canadian School of India and was the first school in Bangalore authorised to offer the IB Diploma Programme.
Where is Canadian International School Bangalore located?
The campus is in Yelahanka in the north of Bangalore, near the airport corridor.
Is Canadian International School Bangalore an IB school?
Yes. It is an IB World School offering the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11 and 12, alongside Cambridge programmes in the earlier years.
