Gem International Residential School
Parent InsightsYerragunte Village, Bevinahalli Gramapanchayat Thondebhavi Hobli Gauribidanur Taluk Karnataka - 561 213 India
If you’re exploring residential schools near Bengaluru that follow the ICSE/ISC curriculum, Gem International Residential School (GIRS) might already be on your list.
- ✦CISCE-affiliated (ICSE/ISC) with affiliation code KA215
- ✦Attached PU College for Classes 11–12
- ✦Residential campus near Bengaluru offering boarding facilities
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •Gem International Residential School (GIRS) is a CISCE-affiliated residential school near Bengaluru that combines ICSE/ISC academics with a boarding setup and an attached PU college.
What kind of child this school works best for
- •What kind of child will this school work best for:
- •- Children who thrive in structured, residential environments
- •- Families preferring ICSE/ISC curriculum with continuity till Class 12
- •- Students who benefit from smaller, more personal learning settings
Strengths
- •- ICSE/ISC affiliation
- •- Residential and day options
- •- Computer and science labs
- •- Library with 3,000 books
- •- Continuity through PU college
Trade-offs / Things to check
- •- Lack of transparent fee details
- •- Limited independent parent reviews
- •- Small number of classrooms listed publicly
- •- No detailed sports or medical facility information
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- •- What is the current student strength and class size?
- •- Can you share the latest fee structure and what it includes?
- •- What are the recent ICSE/ISC results?
- •- What medical facilities are available on campus?
- •- What sports and extracurricular programs are offered?
School Information
Board / Curriculum
ICSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
561213
Leadership & Staff
- • 20 teachers (6 male, 14 female)
- • 8 pre-primary teachers
- • Chairman: Mr. Syed Ibne Hussain
- • Principal: Mrs. S. H. Desai
Fees & Admissions
Annual fees
Fee details will be updated soon.
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Admission Process for Interested Parents
When to Apply
Academic session starts in April; contact school for admission window
How to Apply
- 1.Enquire via phone/email (info@girs.co.in / +91 9740548833 / +91 9019643310)
- 2.Collect and submit the admission form with required documents
- 3.Pay application fee (amount not listed)
- 4.Possible entrance test or interview (confirm with school)
Documents Required
- 1.Birth certificate, transfer certificate, previous report cards
- 2.Passport-sized photos, Aadhaar/ID proof, residence proof
- 3.Immunization record for younger children
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Primary Years
Positives
The school promotes a nurturing environment with focus on discipline and values. Teachers are said to give personal attention.
Watch out for
There’s no independent feedback from parents of younger children. You should confirm class sizes and teacher continuity.
Ask: How many students are in each primary class? What is the teacher turnover rate?
Middle & Secondary
Positives
Offers ICSE curriculum with computer and science labs. The attached PU college allows continuity till Class 12.
Watch out for
Some sources mention mixed academic outcomes and limited transparency in results.
Ask: Can the school share detailed ICSE/ISC results for the last 3 years?
Infrastructure
Positives
Computer lab with 50 systems and a library of 3,000 books.
Watch out for
Only 6 classrooms listed on UDISE, which seems low for a full residential school.
Ask: Has the school expanded its infrastructure recently?
Extracurriculars
Positives
The school hosts events and sports activities, as seen in photos.
Watch out for
No detailed list of sports facilities or clubs available online.
Ask: What sports and extracurricular programs are offered regularly?
Campus & Facilities
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"One of best college and school I have seen ever or studied."
— Abbas
"Quality courses - Sports - Expert faculty - Reasonable fees - Clean facilities - Adequate security."
— Abbas
"Highly recommended by parents on social listings."
— Facebook/Directory reviews
Concerns raised
"No direct negative parent quotes found publicly."
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"Aggregator commentary mentions that academic outcomes vary and some students may need extra coaching."
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"Lack of transparent fee details and limited independent parent reviews online."
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What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
3–18 years (Pre-primary to Class 12)
Family Backgrounds
Mix of local families from Gauribidanur and parents from Bengaluru seeking residential schooling
Socio-economic Profile
Likely middle to upper-middle income families who can afford boarding
Child Profiles
Students comfortable in a structured, residential environment and families preferring ICSE/ISC curriculum
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