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Birla Open Minds International School

Part of Birla Open Minds Education Limited, Founded 2008

Updated July 2026

100,000Students

Curriculum

Languages

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Birla Open Minds is a nationwide educational network in India established in 2008, comprising over 280 institutions across 24 states and 160 cities. The network serves more than 100,000 students, offering educational pathways spanning from preschool through K-12 schooling.

Teaching approach

The school's philosophy centers on a constructivist, student-centered approach that emphasizes the "joy of learning" and the "creative spirit." It prioritizes hands-on activities, critical thinking, and collaborative learning to help students build understanding through real-world experiences. Additionally, the educational model focuses on the uniqueness of each child, fostering holistic development across emotional, social, physical, and intellectual domains while nurturing sensitivity toward the society, economy, and environment.

Programmes

The academic offering is structured across Pre-Primary, Primary, Middle, and High School stages. The Primary Years curriculum covers core scholastic subjects such as English Language Arts, Hindi, a third language, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, and Information and Communication Technology, alongside "Soul Science" and physical education. The Middle Years curriculum emphasizes subject expertise in Mathematics, Science, English, and humanities, integrating coding, robotics, and project-based learning, while the High School curriculum prepares students for Indian boards such as the CBSE.

Student support

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Tuition & fees

No published fee schedule was found for this school.

Co-curriculars

The school integrates a variety of co-scholastic activities to support holistic development. Students participate in performing arts, visual arts, and a dedicated physical education, yoga, and sports program known as SPEED. Additionally, the curriculum incorporates technology-focused activities such as coding and robotics to prepare students for a digital future.

  • Mr. Yash Birla
    Mr. Yash BirlaChairman

    Mr. Yash Birla serves as the Chairman of Birla Open Minds Education Limited, bringing the Birla family's legacy of nation-building to the organization's mission of revolutionizing education in India. He focuses on building a uniting culture and nurturing sensitivity towards society, the economy, and the environment across all educational segments.

  • Mr. Nirvaan Birla
    Mr. Nirvaan BirlaManaging Director

    As the Managing Director of Birla Open Minds Education Limited, Mr. Nirvaan Birla is committed to revolutionizing the educational landscape in India. His focus is on instilling a sense of purpose, fostering innovation, and nurturing the holistic development of students to close the gap in access to quality education.

  • Mr. Yatharth Gautam
    Mr. Yatharth GautamDirector & COO

    Mr. Yatharth Gautam serves as the Director & COO of Birla Open Minds Education Limited.

  • Ms. Sarada Murali
    Ms. Sarada MuraliChief Financial Officer

    Ms. Sarada Murali holds the position of Chief Financial Officer at Birla Open Minds Education Limited.

  • Sandeep Pinto
    Sandeep PintoVice President - Human Resource

    Sandeep Pinto serves as the Vice President - Human Resource for the organization.

  • Ms.Satwant Palekar
    Ms.Satwant PalekarVice President - Academics

    Ms. Satwant Palekar is the Vice President - Academics at Birla Open Minds Education Limited.

  • Avinash KundaliaAssistant Vice President – Sales (K12 East, Central & International)

    Avinash Kundalia serves as the Assistant Vice President – Sales, with a focus on K12 East, Central & International markets.