
Stonehill International School
Part of Embassy Group, Secular, Founded 2008
Updated July 2026
Stonehill International School is a premium, not-for-profit IB World School in Bangalore, India, providing a rigorous international education for students aged 3 to 18. It offers both day and boarding options within a diverse community of students and faculty from over 35 countries.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school is dedicated to developing knowledgeable, caring, confident, and responsible global citizens. It fosters a warm, friendly environment that prioritizes individual excellence and collective progress, guided by the ten attributes of the IB Learner Profile. The school operates as a not-for-profit institution governed by a Governing Council.
Programmes
Stonehill is an authorized IB World School offering four programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Nursery to Grade 5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6 to 10, and both the Diploma Programme (DP) and the Career-related Programme (CP) for Grades 11 and 12. The curriculum integrates technology across all subjects and emphasizes critical thinking, global awareness, and creativity through action.
Outcomes
Stonehill students are prepared for university and beyond, with 87% of the graduating class receiving offers from the top 100 universities. Alumni pursue diverse paths in fields such as business, consulting, environmental science, and marketing at institutions globally. The school provides college and career counselling to assist students with university placements and internships.
Student support
Learning support
Student Support Services encompass learning support, counselling, and English as an Additional Language (EAL) or language acquisition assistance. The school integrates social-emotional learning into its broader educational framework.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does Stonehill International School offer?
- Stonehill International School offers IB PYP, IB MYP and IB Diploma.
- Is Stonehill International School a day or boarding school?
- Stonehill International School is a boarding school.
- What accreditations does Stonehill International School hold?
- Stonehill International School holds accreditations including IB, CIS and NEASC.
- Where is Stonehill International School located?
- Stonehill International School is an international school in Bengaluru, India.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
Stonehill International School maintains an inclusive admissions policy, accepting students across the ability range provided the school can meet their specific needs. While the primary intake occurs at the start of the academic year, the school accepts students throughout the year based on place availability. Prospective families are invited to enquire online and visit the campus for a tour and information session between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
Calendar
The school operates on an academic year basis, with most students joining at the start of the year. The school also hosts annual events such as the IB AP workshops in February and various graduation ceremonies.
Facilities
About the campus
The 34-acre, purpose-built campus features a dedicated STEM building, an exclusive Arts Centre, and three boarding houses. Sports facilities include a multipurpose sports hall, a swimming pool, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, tennis courts, and an astro turf football field. Students also have access to the nearby Embassy International Riding School and the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence.
Co-curriculars
The school offers a range of after-school activities, including an extended music programme and various student-led clubs, such as the UN Foundation-affiliated Girl Up initiative. Students participate in community service, sustainability projects, and both primary and secondary school trips. The sports programme emphasizes health, fitness, leadership, and teamwork, with access to facilities including a swimming pool, basketball courts, tennis courts, and an astro turf football field.

- Joe LumsdenHead of School
Originally from the North-East of England, Joe has 20 years of experience in international education, including 13 years in leadership roles at IB schools. He holds a Bachelor's degree and two Master's degrees in English Literature and Education Leadership and Management. His career includes work as a programme coordinator, workshop leader, examiner, and accreditation team member for CIS and NEASC.
- Catherine CharlesBusiness Manager
Catherine holds a Master’s Degree in Commerce from Bangalore University. She was a member of the start-up team at an international school in Bangalore and has grown into her current role, where she manages the non-academic team, finance, budget, and human resources.
- Jennifer BrowneDP Coordinator
Jennifer is the DP Coordinator who recently attended a three-day leadership workshop focused on systems thinking and the IB Leadership Intelligences Framework. She is applying these concepts to develop a new Programme Development plan for the IB Diploma Programme at the school.
- Sarah AnjumHead of IT
Sarah is the Head of IT and recently represented the school at EDUtech Asia 2025 in Singapore. She also attended the Apple Education Leadership Summit in 2023, where she explored the integration of technology in education and the path to becoming an Apple Distinguished School.
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