Greenwood High International
About Greenwood High International
Quick answer: Greenwood High International School, Bengaluru is an independent, co-educational, day-cum-boarding K-12 school established in 2004, offering ICSE, ISC (since 2015-16), IGCSE, and IBDP (IB World School, authorized 2011) curricula across its Sarjapur, Bannerghatta, and Whitefield campuses.
The school was founded and is backed by Bijay Kumar Agarwal, Chairman of the Board of Trustees (also Chairman of the Salarpuria Sattva Group), with Niru Agarwal serving as Managing Trustee alongside a broader trustee board. Since opening in 2004, Greenwood High has grown to accommodate over 8,000 students and more than 1,600 staff members across its campuses, plus six preschools located across Bengaluru.
Greenwood offers an unusually wide curriculum spread for a single network: Grades 1-5 follow an indigenously developed Integrated Primary Years Programme (IPYP), Grades 6-8 follow a Middle School Programme (MSP) that prepares students for either Indian or international boards at the high-school level, Grades 9-10 sit for ICSE, and Grades 11-12 choose between ISC or the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP). The IGCSE track (administered by Cambridge International Examinations) offers Spanish, German, or French as a second language. The school states it is the only one in its region offering 20 subjects, and its nickname is “Vulcans,” with the Banyan Tree as its mascot.
Fees Structure
| Class / Grade | Stream | Annual Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1-5 | Primary (IPYP) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹3,50,000 |
| Class 6-8 | Middle (MSP) | ₹3,00,000 – ₹4,00,000 |
| Class 9-10 | Secondary (ICSE) | ₹3,50,000 – ₹4,50,000 |
| Class 11-12 | Senior (ISC or IBDP) | ₹4,50,000 – ₹6,00,000+ |
Facilities
- • World-class sports complex and dedicated sports infrastructure (basketball, football, swimming, skating, lawn tennis, chess, cricket, badminton)
- • Fully equipped auditorium and theatre
- • Music rooms
- • Smart classrooms
- • Library
- • Science and computer labs
- • Day-cum-boarding / residential facility
- • Transport network
- • Cafeteria
- • Sustainability-focused campus initiatives
- • Breadth of 20 subjects offered across curricula
Admission
1. For Nursery, the minimum age is 2 years 10 months; for Grade 1, the child must have passed Kindergarten or an equivalent Montessori level; for all other grades, admission depends on the previous grade's pass marks/report card.
2. The school interacts with the child (combined with a written exercise) to assess readiness for the class applied to, followed by a Principal-parent meeting before proceeding.
3. Required documents include a birth certificate copy, passport-size photos, Aadhar card, local address proof, previous year's report card/transcript, immunization record, and — for Grade 2 and above — the original Transfer Certificate. Foreign students additionally need a residential permit, visa copy, or passport copy.
4. Admission visits/enquiries are accepted Monday-Friday 9:00 AM-3:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM-11:30 AM (closed Sunday); admission is confirmed only after internal assessment results and document verification are complete.
Recognition & Awards
- • IB World School, authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organisation in 2011.
- • Described on the school's own site as an "8 National Award-winning school."
- • Reported to be India's first school accredited with an OHSAS 18001:2007 Safety and Health Management Systems Certificate, and the school holds ISO 9001:2015 certification.
- • Received Times Education Excellence Awards recognition in 2019, including being ranked 1st in International Curriculum and 2nd in Best Residential School (Sarjapur campus).
- • Various year-by-year national/state rankings have been reported by different publications (e.g., rankings among the top schools in Karnataka and India), though exact placements vary by year and source.
- • IBDP academic record: two students achieved a perfect score of 45 in 2019, and the school reports students placed into 200+ universities worldwide, including Ivy League offers with a combined total of roughly $7.1 million in scholarships.
- • Individual student achievement: Avani Prashanth (Grade 10, ICSE) became individual champion at the Queen Sirikit Cup in Manila, Philippines in February 2023 — reported as India's best-ever individual/team finish at that tournament.
Why Choose Greenwood High International
The practical case for Greenwood High is curriculum breadth combined with a genuine international track record: it's one of the few Bengaluru schools offering ICSE, ISC, IGCSE, and IBDP together, with an IB programme that has sent students to 200+ universities worldwide, including Ivy League placements. The day-cum-boarding option also makes it viable for families outside Bengaluru or relocating internationally.
With over 8,000 students and 1,600+ staff across multiple campuses, the school has significant scale and institutional depth, backed by trustees with a long operating history in Bengaluru. A planned new Hennur campus (2027-28) signals continued expansion.
The honest trade-off worth knowing: because Greenwood operates several distinct campuses (Sarjapur, Bannerghatta, Whitefield) that don't all offer identical boards or facilities, a family's actual experience — and the fees they pay — will depend heavily on which specific campus they apply to. It's worth confirming board affiliation, fees, and facilities for the exact campus before enrolling.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Merit-based and need-based fee concessions may be available for eligible students at Greenwood High, though exact scholarship policies vary by campus and are not centrally published in detail. Parents should speak directly with the admissions counsellors at the specific campus to learn about any current-year concessions.
Separately, the roughly $7.1 million in scholarships referenced under Recognition & Awards were offered by receiving universities to IB graduates, not by the school itself — this is a useful outcomes data point but should not be presented as a school-provided financial aid programme.
Admissions for the new academic session are open. Contact the school office for prospectus and fee details.
Frequently Asked Questions
What boards does Greenwood High International follow?
The school offers ICSE, ISC, IGCSE, and IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), depending on the campus and grade level.
How big is the school?
Greenwood High has over 8,000 students and 1,600+ staff members across its Bengaluru campuses and preschools.
Is boarding available?
Yes, Greenwood High is a day-cum-boarding school with residential facilities.
What is the admission process for older grades?
Admission is based on previous academic records, an interaction and written assessment, a Principal-parent meeting, and submission of the original Transfer Certificate for Grade 2 and above.
Is transport available?
Yes, the school provides bus transport across major routes, with fees depending on the campus and distance.
Are there extracurricular and international programmes?
Yes, students can participate in sports, music, theatre, Model United Nations, and international programmes, including the IB Diploma Programme.
