About RCS
Roots Country School is a school located in Shimla. It is affiliated to the CBSE board. The school was established in 2003. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is RCS affiliated to?
- Roots Country School is affiliated to CBSE and is a full-boarding school in Shimla.
- Where is RCS located?
- Roots Country School is located at Trimount View, Baghi, Teh, Kotkhai, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, Shimla – 171225, Shimla.
- When was RCS established?
- Roots Country School was established in 2003 and has been operating in Shimla for 23 years.
- Is RCS co-ed or single-gender?
- Roots Country School is a co-educational school.
- Is RCS accepting admissions?
- Roots Country 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 RCS?
- You can reach Roots Country School on 9816080233 or by email at rcssunil@gmail.com. Address: Trimount View, Baghi, Teh, Kotkhai, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, Shimla, 171225.
About the school
Roots Country School — a co-educational full boarding school in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — is among the well-known options guardians consider when shortlisting the best schools in Shimla. Established in 2003, the school has been part of the Shimla education landscape for 23 years. RCS runs on the CBSE framework and covers up to the senior secondary stage.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, RCS's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in infirmary, library and GPS-tracked buses 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.
Parent fit
Families comparing RCS against other CBSE schools in Shimla 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 State board and CBSE 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 RCS against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Curriculum at RCS
RCS runs on the CBSE framework, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English and Hindi. The CBSE framework follows NCERT textbooks and is widely recognised across Indian universities and competitive entrance exams. Academic sessions run April to March, with continuous assessment supplementing term examinations.
Campus and physical resources
From a parent's perspective, the 5218 Sq. Mtr. campus at RCS lists 12 physical resources — including Transportation, Alumni Association, Medical Room, Meals, Day care and Girls Hostel, plus 6 more. These resources cover academics, sports and co-curricular activities through the school day.
Location and neighbourhood
RCS is located at Trimount View, Baghi, Teh, Kotkhai, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, Shimla – 171225. Guardians comparing RCS usually weigh it against other CBSE schools in Shimla on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
Looking past the brochure, the 15:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at RCS are sized for individual attention. Overall, RCS suits families considering boarding and families wanting a co-educational setting. Read the FAQs below for quick answers to common parent questions, and use the Admissions tab for the step-by-step application process.
Affordable fees position this school well for families prioritising value-for-money over premium infrastructure spend.
As a full-boarding school the day extends well beyond classroom hours — prep schedules, dorm life, weekend activity and dining are all part of what families should evaluate during the campus visit.
Established in 2003, the campus has settled past its initial setup phase and now runs full senior-school cycles end to end.
Key facts
- Board
- CBSE
- City
- Shimla
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Full Boarding
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi
- Established
- Student : teacher ratio
- 15:1
- Campus area
- 5218 Sq. Mtr.
- School timings
- 9:00 AM TO 4:00 PM
- Academic session
- April to March
- Key facilities
- Transportation, Alumni Association, Medical Room, Meals, Day care, Girls Hostel
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at RCS
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Roots Country 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 RCS
Annual tuition fees at Roots Country 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
Roots Country School is affiliated to CBSE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi. Levels covered range up to senior secondary.
Facilities at RCS
- Transportation
- Alumni Association
- Medical Room
- Meals
- Day care
- Girls Hostel
- Boys Hostel
- Wifi
Parent reviews
Roots Country School has an overall rating of 5.0 / 5 from 2 parent reviews on AdmissionSchool. Reviews are verified before publishing.
Read all reviewsLocation & connectivity
Roots Country School is located at Trimount View, Baghi, Teh, Kotkhai, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, Shimla – 171225. 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
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