South India has fewer options when you search international baccalaureate schools near me than Mumbai or Delhi NCR, but the region covers IB schools in Hyderabad, Chennai and Kochi, the Mahindra United World College near Pune, and residential international schools in the Nilgiris. This guide compares the seven schools on the PickMySchool directory, flagging which are IB and which follow Cambridge.
IB Schools in South India at a Glance
| School | City | Curriculum | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gaudium School | Hyderabad | IB, Cambridge, CBSE | Day and boarding |
| KC High International School | Chennai | Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma | Day |
| GEMS Modern Academy | Kochi | IB PYP, IGCSE, IB programme in 11–12 | Day |
| Mahindra United World College | Near Pune | IB Diploma only | Fully residential |
| Kodaikanal International School | Kodaikanal | IB PYP, MYP, DP/CP | Boarding from Grade 5 |
| Hebron School | Ooty | Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels | Residential |
| The Blue Mountains School | Ooty | Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A Levels | Residential |
IB Schools in Hyderabad
1. The Gaudium School — Hyderabad
A flagship campus at Velimela, near Kollur, whose fees cover tuition, facilities, sports, arts and enrichment.
Campus and facilities
The campus features STEM and robotics labs, music, dance and yoga spaces, medical care and safety systems.
Academics and IB programmes
Families can choose among IB, Cambridge and CBSE tracks, so confirm which programmes run at which grades.
Is it right for you?
Suits Hyderabad families who want flexibility across boards and boarding. Ask how tracks change between middle and senior school.
📍 Survey No. 25/A, Velimela Village, RC Puram Mandal, Sanga Reddy District, Hyderabad 502300
IB Schools in Chennai
2. KC High International School — Chennai
An international school with a main campus on OMR at Navalur and a pre-prep campus in Kotturpuram.
Campus and facilities
Our directory lists a library, computer lab, physics, chemistry and biology labs and a playground.
Academics and IB programmes
The school emphasises individuality, inquiry-based learning and international-mindedness across IGCSE and the IB Diploma.
Is it right for you?
A good match for Chennai families along OMR. Check commute and the separate pre-prep campus.
📍 Olympia Panache, 33 Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR), Navalur, Chennai 600130
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IB Schools in Kochi
3. GEMS Modern Academy — Kochi
The GEMS Education international school at Smart City Kochi, opposite Infopark Phase II.
Campus and facilities
The programme combines academics with music, drama, visual arts and more.
Academics and IB programmes
The IB PYP runs in the early years, with IGCSE in Grades 9–10 and IB in Grades 11–12.
Is it right for you?
Suits Kakkanad and Infopark families wanting an IB pathway in Kochi. Confirm whether the senior IB track is the Diploma.
📍 Plot B1-4, Smart City Kochi, Opp. Infopark Phase II, Kakkanad, Kerala 682303
IB Schools Near Pune
4. Mahindra United World College of India — Near Pune
India’s only UWC, a pre-university college with students from 70+ countries.
Campus and facilities
The biodiversity-reserve campus has residential wadas, a library, laboratories, a performance hall, art studios, a swimming pool, sports courts and an organic farm.
Academics and IB programmes
Only the two-year Diploma is offered, for Grades 11–12.
Is it right for you?
A strong option for a mature student completing Class 10 elsewhere. Ask about the selection and scholarship process directly.
📍 Village Khubavali, PO Paud, Taluka Mulshi, Pune 412108
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International Boarding Schools in the Nilgiris and Palani Hills
5. Kodaikanal International School — Kodaikanal
An IB Continuum school in the Palani Hills with 16 student residences.
Campus and facilities
Facilities include three libraries, five IT labs, six science labs and a 24-bed dispensary with a full-time physician.
Academics and IB programmes
The school offers the full IB continuum.
Is it right for you?
A fit for families wanting a hill-station IB boarding school.
📍 PO Box 25, Seven Roads Junction, Kodaikanal 624101, Tamil Nadu
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6. Hebron School — Ooty
A Christian residential school in the British tradition, limited to around 360 students.
Campus and facilities
The Lushington Hall campus in the Nilgiris emphasises a strong pastoral ethos.
Academics and curriculum
It follows Cambridge rather than the IB.
Is it right for you?
Choose it for a small British-style boarding school, not for the IB.
📍 Lushington Hall, Ooty, Tamil Nadu 643001
7. The Blue Mountains School — Ooty
A small residential school in the heritage Dilkhush Mahal, founded by F.G. Pearce.
Campus and facilities
The late-1890s heritage building faces the Ooty valley.
Academics and curriculum
Grades 9–10 take IGCSE/O Level and Grades 11–12 take AS and A Levels in Science or Humanities.
Is it right for you?
A fit for families who want very small classes.
📍 Dilkhush Mahal, Ootacamund, The Nilgiris 643001
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Choosing an IB School in South India
- Day options are limited: Hyderabad, Chennai and Kochi each have one principal international school on this list.
- Boarding alternatives: Kodaikanal is the IB boarding option, while Hebron and Blue Mountains are Cambridge schools.
- Pathway: GEMS Kochi and The Gaudium mix IB with IGCSE or Cambridge, so confirm which track is offered in each grade.
- Budget: only Kodaikanal lists fees here, so request schedules from the others.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many IB schools are there in South India?
Five IB schools appear on the directory here: The Gaudium (Hyderabad), KC High (Chennai), GEMS Modern Academy (Kochi), Mahindra UWC near Pune and Kodaikanal International.
Is there an IB school in Chennai?
KC High International School offers Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma on OMR.
Is there an IB school in Kochi?
GEMS Modern Academy at Smart City Kochi follows the IB PYP in junior grades and the IB programme in Grades 11–12.
Are Hebron and Blue Mountains IB schools?
No, both follow Cambridge curricula.
Can my child get a scholarship to Mahindra UWC?
Many UWC students receive financial support. Ask the school for the current process.
Explore More
See the national list in our guide to international baccalaureate schools near me across India, compare IB boarding schools in India, or browse the PickMySchool directory.