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Welcome To CIS

Welcome to Canadian International School, one of the finest International Schools in Bangalore, India, providing a well-balanced academic to its students since its inception in 1996.

The admissions team is excited to partner with families as they consider their educational choices for their children. As we take you through our admissions process, we want you to know that our primary goal is to ensure your child’s success at CIS. Our admissions process looks at the character of a child academically and socially to make sure CIS is the right fit for her or him. We welcome diversity and hope families stay with us for their child’s entire academic journey.

Why CIS?

Finding the right fit for your child is an important decision when it comes to their learning journey. The dynamic and agile learning environment at CIS encourages students to be self-motivated and responsible learners. We encourage students to move beyond their comfort zones in order to gain new understandings and skills while at the same time challenging themselves.

Meredith Mehra
Head of Admissions and Marketing

Leads a dynamic team of admissions and marketing professionals to connect international and Indian families with a high-quality, diverse education. Helps parents understand the importance of an international curriculum and inclusive environment in fueling their children's dreams. She holds a B.Sc. from the University of Massachusetts and an MPH from Tulane University.

Take the First Step Toward Admission

Enquire

We’re delighted you’re considering CIS for your child’s education. By completing this inquiry form, you are taking the first step toward the exceptional learning opportunities, a diverse community and a globally focused curriculum that our school offers.

Our Process

All applicants must undergo grade-specific assessments for admission, which may involve classroom observation and/or English and Math tests. Additionally, report cards from the past two years, reflecting academic and personal growth, are required.

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Our admissions steps are designed to be straightforward and supportive, ensuring a seamless experience for families. From initial inquiry and school visits to assessments and final enrollment, our team is here to assist you at each stage.

CIS IN ACTION

Secondary Arts Showcase at CIS

The BAASC Interschool Swim Tournament brought together student-athletes from leading Bangalore schools for a day of focused competition and sporting excellence. Each race reflected preparation, technical skill, and determination. The event showcased collaboration and high standards within the BAASC network. At CIS, we nurture discipline, challenge performance, and empower swimmers to achieve excellence in and beyond the pool.

Secondary Arts Showcase at CIS

Elementary students took to the field with focus and determination, demonstrating discipline, collaboration, and respect in every event. CIS Sports Day highlights how physical education builds resilience, teamwork, and integrity. Proudly competing as the Wolfpack, our learners grow stronger together. At Canadian International School, Bangalore, we nurture talent, challenge potential, and empower students through purposeful sport.

Secondary Arts Showcase at CIS

Our Early Years Sports Day celebrated joyful movement, courage, and friendship as young learners ran, jumped, and cheered with enthusiasm. Beyond the races, the day nurtured confidence, coordination, and a love for active learning. At Canadian International School, Bangalore, we create meaningful experiences that nurture curiosity, challenge growing abilities, and empower every child to thrive from the very start.

Secondary Arts Showcase at CIS

High School Sports Day at Canadian International School, Bangalore was a vibrant showcase of athletic excellence, teamwork, and house spirit. Students demonstrated resilience, leadership, and unity through healthy competition. Each event reflected preparation and determination. At CIS, sport strengthens character as we nurture confidence, challenge limits, and empower learners to perform at their best on and off the field.

Secondary Arts Showcase at CIS

The CIS 11th Annual Interschool Golf Tournament united 33 schools and 50 young golfers from across India in a celebration of precision, perseverance, and sportsmanship. More than competition, the event fostered connection and character. At Canadian International School, Bangalore, we nurture talent, challenge potential, and empower students to excel — on the course, in the classroom, and beyond.

Secondary Arts Showcase at CIS

This highlight video revisited the CIS Alumni Reunion held in December at CIS, Bangalore, celebrating the strength of the school’s global alumni community. Alumni returned to campus to reconnect, reflect, and engage with fellow graduates, reinforcing lifelong learning and meaningful connections beyond the classroom. The reunion reaffirmed CIS values of nurturing relationships, challenging perspectives, and empowering learners at every stage. It served as a powerful reminder that CIS is not only where learning begins, but where education continues through lasting alumni engagement and community connection.

Secondary Arts Showcase at CIS

Canadian International School (CIS), Bangalore’s Elementary and Early Years Winter Concert was a delightful glimpse into the world of our youngest performers, where enthusiasm, imagination, and pure joy took centre stage. From cheerful songs to coordinated group performances, students lit up the stage with their confidence and infectious energy. Designed as a celebration of early expression and discovery, the concert captured the spirit of learning through play, music, and movement. For many students, it was their first time performing for an audience—making the evening especially meaningful for families who watched with smiles, laughter, and proud hearts as these early milestones unfolded.

Secondary Arts Showcase at CIS

Our Middle School Sports Day brought together healthy competition and character building at Canadian International School, Bangalore. The inter-house sports events were energetic and closely contested, with our students demonstrating focus, resilience, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Each activity reflected preparation, perseverance, and collaboration. These moments highlight the role of sports and physical education at CIS in nurturing confidence, challenging students to perform at their best, and empowering them to rise to every opportunity.

Secondary Arts Showcase at CIS

Canadian International School (CIS), Bangalore hosted its Middle and High School Arts Showcase, a vibrant celebration of student talent across visual arts, music, band, chorale, and theatrical performances. The event featured expressive artworks alongside live musical and theatre performances, highlighting the creativity, confidence, and collaboration of our students. Bringing together the school community, the showcase reflected CIS’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded learners through meaningful artistic experiences. Families and guests enjoyed an evening filled with creativity, performance, and shared pride in student achievement at one of Bangalore’s leading international schools.

Get to Know Our School

3 M

US$ Average amount of merit scholarships for our 79 graduates on 2025

40

number of nationalities at our school.

35

number of languages spoken on campus.

102

incredible certified international educators on our campus.

100%

Our entire campus is powered by solar energy

6:1

the ratio of students to teachers on campus to challenge and support student learning.

6

the number of students who made it to the International Finals of the World Scholars Cup.

22

Percentage of students who scored 40 or above on the May 2024 IB exams

3.5L

number of litres of water collection cistern space available.

Why CIS is the Preferred Choice for Families?

Mr. and Mrs. Kambampati
Parents of ES and HS students

"We’ve seen how open and informal the relationships are between students and teachers at CIS. Our children feel comfortable approaching their teachers, engaging in conversations that go beyond academics. It’s clear they’re being nurtured in a supportive environment, and we believe the international curriculum plays a big role in encouraging that."

Mr. and Mrs. Mehta
Parents of HS student

"We’re incredibly grateful for the all-round development we’ve seen in our children. The nurturing environment at CIS has helped them build life skills, confidence, and independence—far beyond academics. It’s the kind of growth we wish we had during our own school days."

Ms. Camaron Vallepalli
Former Parent 

"CIS is truly international—through its faculty, students, and curriculum. Our children built friendships with peers from around the world, and the experience has been deeply enriching for our whole family. CIS offers a truly global learning environment."

RECENT COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES

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