Bloomingdale International School
Secular, Founded 2006
Updated July 2026
Curriculum
Accreditations
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Bloomingdale International School is an IB Continuum School in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, dedicated to fostering designers, creators, and performers. It provides an inquiry-based international education from early years through high school.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
The school's philosophy centers on teaching students how to think rather than what to think, emphasizing inquiry-based learning over traditional lectures. It promotes a growth mindset, conceptual understanding, and the development of a global mindset. The school values the balance between academic rigor and student happiness, encouraging students to be responsible for their own development.
Programmes
The school is an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum School offering the Primary Years Programme (Nursery–Grade 5), Middle Years Programme (Grades 6–10), and the Diploma Programme (Grades 11–12). It also offers an iCBSE pathway for Grades 6–12, which integrates CBSE academic standards with inquiry-driven learning and global best practices. The curriculum is broad and balanced, focusing on conceptual learning and the interrelationship of knowledge across subjects.
Outcomes
Students are prepared for higher education and the workforce, with career guidance provided from the age of 12. The school's career program connects students with real-world professions in fields such as robotics, woodworking, architecture, and engineering. Graduates are encouraged to become confident, creative, and caring individuals equipped for 21st-century challenges.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides personalized support tailored to individual learning needs to ensure academic success and well-being. Teachers are noted for providing extra care and assistance to students who have questions or require additional help with their studies.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does Bloomingdale International School offer?
- Bloomingdale International School offers IB PYP, IB MYP and IB Diploma.
- What accreditations does Bloomingdale International School hold?
- Bloomingdale International School holds accreditations including IB.
- Is Bloomingdale International School co-educational?
- Bloomingdale International School is a co-ed school.
- Where is Bloomingdale International School located?
- Bloomingdale International School is an international school in Vijayawada, India.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The admissions process begins with an initial inquiry, which can be made via phone or an online form. Following this, families are invited to schedule a campus visit and participate in a series of counseling interactions. Once these steps are completed, successful applicants receive an invitation to join the school community.
Calendar
The school hosts over 50 events annually, including celebrations such as Yoga Day and Father's Day. The academic year includes specific milestones like the first day of school for various programmes and curriculum roadmap days.
Facilities
About the campus
Bloomingdale International School operates across two campuses: the Early Years Village Campus in Municipal Employees Colony and the Galileo Campus in Penamaluru. The facilities are designed to support active learning, featuring flexible furniture, vibrant color schemes, and areas for both focused study and collaboration. The campuses include outdoor gardens, playscapes for younger children, and specialized spaces for arts and sports.
Co-curriculars
The school offers 12 competitive sports across all programmes, alongside an intramural sports program for elementary and early childhood students. Students also engage in visual and performing arts, life skills training, and outdoor education, including gardening and nature-based activities. Additionally, the school provides specialized courses in areas such as robotics and STEM.



Vijaya Babu AtluriFounder and ChairmanMr. Vijaya Babu Atluri is the Founder and Chairman of Bloomingdale International School, which he established in 2006 as a playschool. He is dedicated to providing international standard education to the local community in Vijayawada.
- Vidya SagariMiddle Year Programme Coordinator / IB MYP Science & Physics Facilitator
Ms. Vidya Sagari has over 10 years of experience as an IB educator and currently serves as the Middle Year Programme Coordinator. She holds a Master’s degree in Electronics and a Postgraduate Diploma in International Education, with a focus on STEM, Robotics, and Physics.
- Radha BoppudiPYP Associate Coordinator
Ms. Radha Boppudi is the PYP Associate Coordinator with over 10 years of international teaching experience in IB and IGCSE curricula. She holds a Master’s in Microbiology from Andhra University and previously worked as a researcher in the biotechnology sector.
- Francis AnandMYP DP ENGLISH Facilitator
Francis Anand is an IB-certified DP Coordinator and an experienced MYP and DP English educator with 15 years of experience. He holds a postgraduate degree in English language and literature and is a certified ESL teacher.
- Vinod Kumar BasavarajuMYP-DP Visual Arts Facilitator
Vinod Kumar Basavaraju is a Visual Arts educator with 17 years of experience in IGCSE, AS, A level, MYP, and DP curricula. He is also an IB examiner committed to fostering artistic expression and innovation.
- Sabastin RichardCareer Guidance and College Counselor
Sabastin Richard is an experienced educator with two decades of experience, specializing in college counseling and career guidance for the past 12 years. He holds an MA in Psychology and is a certified Global Counselor and International Certified Career Coach.
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