About CIS
Calcutta International School is a school located in Anandapur, Kolkata. It is affiliated to the IB Board / IGCSE board. The school was established in 1953. Annual tuition ranges from ₹486,800 to ₹572,000 depending on grade. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is CIS affiliated to?
- Calcutta International School is affiliated to IB Board and IGCSE and is a day school in Anandapur, Kolkata.
- What are the annual fees at CIS?
- Annual tuition at Calcutta International School ranges from ₹4.87 L – ₹5.72 L/year depending on grade. Admission charges, security deposit, uniform and transport are billed separately.
- Where is CIS located?
- Calcutta International School is located at 724, Anandapur, Kolkata – 700107, Kolkata.
- When was CIS established?
- Calcutta International School was established in 1953 and has been operating in Kolkata for 73 years.
- Is CIS co-ed or single-gender?
- Calcutta International School is a co-educational school.
- Is CIS accepting admissions?
- Calcutta International School is open to enquiries for April to March. Use the Apply or Enquire button on this page to start an enquiry.
- How can I contact CIS?
- You can reach Calcutta International School on Primary School and Junior School - 08:30 AM TO 12:10 PM:::Middle and Senior School- 08:30 AM TO 1:20 PM or by email at contact@calcuttais.edu.in. Address: 724, Anandapur, Kolkata, 700107.
CIS prides itself on being warm and welcoming; cosmopolitan culture; open attitude towards students, teachers and parents; Safe area; well-trained teachers; modern infrastructure; small classes; low student-teacher ratio and overall curriculum. CIS believes that the main purpose of a school is to help the child discover himself and her world. to recognize and promote her talents. Just as each seed contains the tree of the future, each child is born with infinite potential. CIS sees children as seeds that need to be nurtured; here the teacher is a gardener who helps develop the potential that already exists in the child. CIS is the best possible environment for children to grow, flourish and develop. To help teachers and administration work effectively in the Kolkata International School Society, it is led by a Board of Governors elected by the parents of the school's current students. They provide added value both in decision-making and in the implementation and review of processes.
About the school
Calcutta International School is a co-educational day school operating out of Anandapur, Kolkata. The school has been running since 1953, giving it 73 years of continuous operation in Kolkata. CIS prepares students for the IB Board / IGCSE board examinations and covers up to the senior secondary stage.
Parent fit
Families comparing CIS against other IB Board schools in Kolkata usually weigh three things: how the school handles the transition between primary and senior school, the strength of the co-curricular calendar, and how transparent the admissions team is during the enquiry. If you're choosing between CBSE and ICSE for the long-term exit, factor in the colleges your child is most likely to apply to — that decision often settles the board question more cleanly than a side-by-side feature comparison. Use the Compare tool on the platform to stack CIS against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, CIS's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in computer lab, CCTV coverage and audio-visual room where the campus supports it. Continuous assessment is layered on top of the term examinations, with project work and lab assignments contributing to the final grade in most subjects.
Curriculum at CIS
CIS prepares students for the IB Board / IGCSE board examinations, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English and Hindi. Academic sessions run April to March, with continuous assessment supplementing term examinations.
Fees and what they cover
Annual tuition at CIS falls in the ₹4.87 L – ₹5.72 L/year range, with the exact figure depending on the grade. One-time admission charges, security deposit (often refundable), uniform, books and transport are billed separately. Parents shortlisting schools should review the grade-wise fee breakdown on the Fees tab before applying — the fee structure is revised each academic session.
Campus and physical resources
On the operations front, the campus at CIS lists 12 physical resources — including Medical Room, Transportation, AC Classes, Wifi, Smart Classes and Art and Craft, plus 6 more. Between them, these spaces support classroom teaching, structured sport and the school's co-curricular calendar.
Location and neighbourhood
CIS is located at 724, Anandapur, Kolkata – 700107. Anandapur is a long-standing residential pocket of Kolkata, with established neighbourhood infrastructure around the school. Parents shortlisting schools comparing CIS usually weigh it against other IB Board schools in Kolkata on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
Looking past the brochure, the 20:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at CIS are sized for individual attention. Overall, CIS suits families wanting a co-educational setting and students aiming for global universities. Read the FAQs below for quick answers to common parent questions, and use the Admissions tab for the step-by-step application process.
Located in Anandapur, Kolkata, the school draws its student base largely from neighbouring residential colonies and adjoining sectors.
Premium fees here usually fund larger campus footprints, smaller class sizes and broader co-curricular budgets compared to mid-range alternatives in the city.
As a day school the calendar mirrors most working-parent schedules, with co-curricular slots typically built into the regular timetable rather than after-school add-ons.
Key facts
- City
- Kolkata
- Area
- Anandapur
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Day School
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi
- Established
- Annual tuition fees
- ₹4.87 L – ₹5.72 L/year
- Student : teacher ratio
- 20:1
- School timings
- 08:30 AM TO 05:00 PM
- Academic session
- April to March
- Key facilities
- Medical Room, Transportation, AC Classes, Wifi, Smart Classes, Art and Craft
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at CIS
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Calcutta International School typically open between November and February. Status is currently enquiring. Use the Enquire button on this page to start a formal enquiry.
- 1Fill application form —
- 2Document verification at school —
Fees at CIS
Annual tuition fees at Calcutta International School range from ₹4.87 L – ₹5.72 L/year, depending on grade. One-time admission fees, security deposit (often refundable), uniform and transport are charged separately. We update fees from official school sources at least once per academic session.
See grade-wise fee breakdownCurriculum & boards
Calcutta International School is affiliated to IB Board / IGCSE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi. Levels covered range up to senior secondary.
Facilities at CIS
- Medical Room
- Transportation
- AC Classes
- Wifi
- Smart Classes
- Art and Craft
- Dance
- Drama
Parent reviews
Calcutta International School has an overall rating of 5.0 / 5 from 1 parent reviews on AdmissionSchool. Reviews are verified before publishing.
Read all reviewsLocation & connectivity
Calcutta International School is located at 724, Anandapur, Kolkata – 700107. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
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