About CIS
Canadian International School is a school located in Bangalore. It is affiliated to the IB Board / IGCSE board. The school was established in 1996. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is CIS affiliated to?
- Canadian International School is affiliated to IB Board and IGCSE and is a day-cum-boarding school in Bangalore.
- Where is CIS located?
- Canadian International School is located at 4 & 20 Manchenahalli, Yelahanka, Bangalore – 560064, Bangalore.
- When was CIS established?
- Canadian International School was established in 1996 and has been operating in Bangalore for 30 years.
- Is CIS co-ed or single-gender?
- Canadian International School is a co-educational school.
- Is CIS accepting admissions?
- Canadian International School is open to enquiries for August to June. Use the Apply or Enquire button on this page to start an enquiry.
- How can I contact CIS?
- You can reach Canadian International School on 9845150395 or by email at info@cisb.org.in. Address: 4 & 20 Manchenahalli, Yelahanka, Bangalore, 560064.
Canadian International School is a co-ed boarding school in Bangalore, Karnataka. It is the first 1:1 iPad school in South India and the first school in India to operate entirely on solar power. CIS was established in 1996 and is spread over 200,000 sq meters. Students are enrolled from 30+ nations in CIS. Entrenched as 1st IBDP school in Bangalore, CIS follows an internationally recognized curriculum - IB (Grades 11 & 12), IGCSE (Grades 9 -10), Cambridge Secondary (Grades 6 - 8) Cambridge Primary, and Montessori (Pre K to Grade 5), and employs a majority of foreign-trained, experienced teachers. CIS offers a merit and ECA-based scholarship program with on-campus placement counseling. CIS is ranked in the top 3 international schools by Education World India rankings 2023. Offering separate student councils for primary, elementary, and high school students It is the #1 Apple distinguished school in south India.
About the school
Canadian International School — a co-educational day-cum-boarding school in Bangalore, Karnataka — is among the respected options parents shortlisting schools consider when shortlisting the best schools in Bangalore. The school has been running since 1996, giving it 30 years of continuous operation in Bangalore. CIS is recognised by IB Board / IGCSE and covers up to the senior secondary stage.
Campus and physical resources
On the academic side, the 14 Acres campus at CIS lists 12 physical resources — including Alumni Association, Medical Room, Day care, Meals, Transportation and Boys Hostel, plus 6 more. Between them, these spaces support classroom teaching, structured sport and the school's co-curricular calendar.
Curriculum at CIS
CIS is recognised by IB Board / IGCSE, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English and Hindi. Academic sessions run August to June, with continuous assessment supplementing term examinations.
Parent fit
Families comparing CIS against other IB Board schools in Bangalore 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 IB 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 smart classrooms, computer lab and library 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.
Location and neighbourhood
CIS is located at 4 & 20 Manchenahalli, Yelahanka, Bangalore – 560064. Parents shortlisting schools comparing CIS usually weigh it against other IB Board schools in Bangalore on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
For day-to-day learning, the 6:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at CIS are sized for individual attention. Overall, CIS suits families considering boarding, 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.
On the fee side, CIS sits in the affordable bracket for the city — parents typically compare it against state-aided and trust-run options at a similar price point.
The day-boarding format covers prep, meals and structured activity through the late afternoon — useful for dual-working families who want academic supervision past school hours.
With roots going back to 1996, CIS has had time to build an alumni network and the kind of teaching-staff continuity newer campuses are still developing.
Key facts
- City
- Bangalore
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Day Cum Boarding
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi
- Established
- Student : teacher ratio
- 6:1
- Campus area
- 14 Acres
- School timings
- 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM
- Academic session
- August to June
- Key facilities
- Alumni Association, Medical Room, Day care, Meals, Transportation, Boys Hostel
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at CIS
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Canadian 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 —
- 2Written test of applicant —
- 3Parent's interaction/interview —
- 4Applicant's oral test —
- 5Document verification at school —
Fees at CIS
Annual tuition fees at Canadian International School range from ₹0/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
Canadian 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
- Alumni Association
- Medical Room
- Day care
- Meals
- Transportation
- Boys Hostel
- Girls Hostel
- AC Classes
Parent reviews
Canadian International School has an overall rating of 5.0 / 5 from 4 parent reviews on AdmissionSchool. Reviews are verified before publishing.
Read all reviewsLocation & connectivity
Canadian International School is located at 4 & 20 Manchenahalli, Yelahanka, Bangalore – 560064. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
Hostel & Boarding
Boys' hostel
- Room types
- Single, Double, Triple
Girls' hostel
- Room types
- Single, Double, Triple
Food & dining
- details
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