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BD Somani International School
Small IGCSE and IB Diploma school in Cuffe Parade, South Mumbai, founded 2006 and serving around 600 students. Fees roughly INR 7-7.5 lakh.
Curriculum
IB
Fees, annual
INR 564k–1.3m
Ages
5 to 18
Pupils
~600
Founded
2006
Fees
Annual fees
| Year level | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Reception | 4 | ₹610,000 |
| Junior K | 5 | ₹580,000 |
| Kindergarten | 6 | ₹580,000 |
| Grade 1 | 7 | ₹920,000 |
| Grade 2 | 8 | ₹856,000 |
| Grade 3 | 9 | ₹796,000 |
| Grade 4 | 10 | ₹740,000 |
| Grade 5 | 11 | ₹710,000 |
| Grade 6 | 12 | ₹964,000 |
| Grade 7 | 13 | ₹896,000 |
| Grade 8 | 14 | ₹832,000 |
| Grade 9 | 15 | ₹774,000 |
| Grade 10 | 16 | ₹564,000 |
| Grade 11 (IBDP) | 17 | ₹1,260,000 |
| Grade 12 (IBDP) | 18 | ₹1,220,000 |
One-time fees
| Item | Age | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| applicationFee | ₹4,000 | |
| cautionFeeRefundable | ₹25,000 | |
| admissionFee | ₹65,000 |
Reviews
- Parents and ex-students treat BD Somani as a respected South Mumbai IB school with a clear positioning relative to Cathedral and DAIS at the top of the city's market.
- Parents describe dedicated teachers, a child-led approach, and an emphasis on overall development rather than rote performance. One parent said the school brought out the best in their children. The school's grounds and Cuffe Parade location come up repeatedly as practical positives in a neighbourhood where space is tight.
- Some parents and former students are sharper in their assessments. Critics call it a tier-two option that takes children rejected from Cathedral, and question the fees relative to peer schools at the top of the city. Defenders point to IB scores, college placements, and modern facilities including air-conditioned classrooms and a sea-view sports field.
- The school's no-donations admissions policy is a recurring positive talking point.
Positives
- Teaching and ethos. Parents describe a child-led, low-pressure approach with teachers who know individual children.
- Campus and facilities. Large grounds, air-conditioned classrooms, and South Mumbai location stand out, especially given Cuffe Parade space constraints.
- Admissions integrity. No-donations admissions policy is consistently cited as a positive.
Considerations
- Market position. Reddit critics frame BD Somani as a tier-two option behind Cathedral and DAIS; defenders cite IB results and placements.
- Fees and value. Around 25 lakhs for IB Diploma draws scrutiny in online comparisons of Mumbai's elite schools.
Leadership
Navroz Billimoria
Dr. Geoffrey Fisher has over 26 years of experience as a Director of international schools across the globe. He emphasizes the importance of strong relationships between students and teachers, fostering a supportive learning environment. His vision for B.D. Somani is to prepare students for future challenges while maintaining a culture of academic excellence.
Accreditations
- Council of International Schools 01
Academic results
- IB Diploma 2021 average 36.30 points
- IGCSE 2021 A* / A 63.2%
Location
625, GD Somani Rd, Ganesh Murti Nagar, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400005, India