FAQ

Classes and syllabus offered

A. Early Years program-EYP (Nursery, KG1 & KG2) Our EYP curriculum is based on 7 Pillars supporting individual needs, futuristic learning, life skills, curriculum with an International Edge, CIA Challenges (STEAM), Lil’ Literary Club and Parent Connect. This is over and above Literacy, Numeracy, Physical & emotional development that every kindergarten curriculum offers.

B. Primary Years Program (PYP) Classes 1 to 5: CBSE framework(English -Cambridge curriculum & rest of the subjects based on CBSE. LOs as per CBSE but teaching and learning methods of IBPYP inquiry)

C. Middle Years program (MYP): (Class 6): CBSE

Academic Year
June – April
School timings
  • EYP: 8 am to 12.15 pm
  • PYP & MYP: 8 am to 2.40 pm (Monday to Friday)
Medium of Instruction
English
Student-teacher ratio
The maximum number of students in each class/section is 22 in EYP & 25 in PYP & MYP. Teacher student ratio will be 1:12
What are the languages offered?
Hindi, Kannada and French (*optional) are offered as language options and English is 1st language.
Entry Age Requirement as on 1st June of the year
  • Nursery: 3 years and above
  • KG: 4 years and above
  • KG2: 5 years above
  • Class 1: 6 years and above
  • Class 2 & above: correspondingly
Fee Structure
  • Registration form: (one time) INR 500
  • Tuition Fee: This includes A. Tuition. B. Technology C. Resources D. Festivals & celebrations F. School based assessments G. ECAs, CCAs & clubs (Paid in 3 installments each of 4 months)
    SectionTuition Fee Per Annum (INR)
    EYP Nursery & KG198,000
    EYP KG21,12,000
    PYP Classes 1 and 21,24,000
    PYP Classes 3 to 51,35,000
    MYP Class 61,44,000
  • Transport Fee: Based on distance. Please refer to website.
  • Uniform & Book
Which are the grades for which admission can be sought?
The admission will be available for Nursery to Class 6 for June 2023-2024 session
Teaching staff and teaching quality?
All teachers are academically and professionally qualified with a minimum of 3 years’ experience CBSE/international curricula. They are continually trained by our international faculty heads from Singapore, Canada, USA & India.
When will the Extra-Curricular /Sports Activities (ECAs) be offered?
During school hours on weekdays.
What are the Extra-curricular Activities (ECAs) offered?

A minimum of 2 sessions of ECA will be held in a week.

  1. Martial Arts
  2. Basketball
  3. Lawn tennis
  4. Soccer
  5. Cricket
  6. Swimming
  7. Table Tennis
  8. Chess
What are the various clubs offered @ GIG?

These are approximately 1 hour per week.

  1. Speech & Drama (Classes 1 to 4)
  2. Performing Arts (Key board)
  3. Performing Arts (Dance)
  4. Fine Arts
  5. Coding (classes 1 & 2)
  6. Robotics (Class 3 and above)
  7. AI & ML (classes 5 & above)
  8. Model united nations (MUN) classes 5 and above
What are Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs) offered?
  1. Art
  2. Music
  3. Dance
  4. Life skills
  5. ORT
  6. PHE
How well can the students cope with GlGlS curriculum if they are from a different board?
A proficiency test will be taken at the time of enrolment to identify the learning gaps and accordingly, a bridging program will be planned by our extremely experienced teachers in order to facilitate a seamless transition into present class.
How can I register my ward’s name for admission?
Application forms can be obtained by visiting the campus or can be obtained by placing request at admissions01_blr@mygigis.org.
What are the documents to be submitted at the time of admission?

Student:

  • Two passport sized latest photographs
  • Copy of Aadhar card/Passport
  • Copy of birth certificate
  • Copy of immunization records
  • Academic records and proof of promotion from the previous school (Original Transfer Letter/certificate & Report/progress card)

Parent/Guardian:

  • Copy of Aadhar/Passport copies
  • Latest passport size photograph-one each
Is a sibling discount offered?
Yes. A concession of 10% on tuition fees will be given to the younger child.
What are the payment options available?
  • Cash / Cheque
  • Bank Transfer / credit cards/ debit cards
  • Payment gateways eg Paytm, Rupay
What is the frequency of fee collection?
3 terms of 4 months each (each term’ fees will be collected in advance)
How many academic terms are there in one academic session per year?
There are 2 terms in one academic year. June — NOV & Dec —April
Does the school provide transport for students?
Yes, school will provide a transport option within limits to Bengaluru as determined from time to time. GPRS enabled. However, it will be subject to the location.
What are the office timings?
Monday to Friday: 8.00am — 4.00pm
Saturday: 9.30am —4.30pm (working on 2 & 4th Saturdays of month)
What kind of proficiency test will be taken at the time of admission?
The test aims at understanding gaps in the child’s learning, based on the Standard GIGIS syllabus. It will enable us to develop a customised bridging program for the child. The test normally takes approximately 1 hour based on the class. Proficiency test subjects: English and Mathematics. EYP admissions are based on personal interaction of student's.
How will my child be assessed?

The Formative Assessment (FA) and Summative Assessment (SA) are as per CBSE guidelines.

For Classes 1 & 2, there will be 4 FAs (only 2 are paper-pen)
For Classes 3 — 6, there are 4 FAs and 2 SAs. (only 2 are paper-pen of 4 FAs)

Reinforcement policy:
  1. EYP: Only once in a week
  2. PYP (Classes 1 & 2): 2 times a week
  3. PYP & MYP (Classes 3 to 5): 3 times a week
GIG differentiator
  1. Offering Cambridge English Curriculum @ EYP & PYP
  2. Enquiry Pedagogy
  3. Technology-Enabled classrooms
  4. Future-ready skill development framework
  5. STEM kits activities
  6. ORT (Oxford Reading Program)
  7. Club activities
  8. Small class of EYP-22 & PYP & MYP-25
Is GIG Bangalore a sister school of Singapore?
GIG international School, Bangalore is branch of GIG Singapore
Location of school
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Parent communication channels

There are 4 communication channels

  1. Daily: Using School management system(ERP) /portaI with app two-way communication is possible
  2. Weekly: on all working wed days' parents with prior appointment can meet teachers from 2.50 pm to 3.50 pm
  3. Scheduled 4 PTMs a year with 16 slots to physically meet teacher
  4. Emergency: Phone call to CRE
I am looking for a job at G I G International School. How do I go about applying?

Please send your CV to: hr_bIr@mygigis.org

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