Podar International School
3/2, Hommadevanahalli Begur Hobli, Basavanapura Off Bannerghatta Road Karnataka - 560083 India · Bengaluru · Karnataka
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Basic Details
- Boards
- CISCE, ICSE
- Classes
- Pre-nursery to Class 10
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (day school only)
- Founded
- Podar Education Network (1927); Bannerghatta branch around 2010 (third-party listings)
- Student–teacher ratio
- ~20:1 (as per Ezyschooling)
Staff
Principal: Mr. Ramesh Chandra Panda; Admin Officer: Mr. Prakash Jayram; teachers with B.Ed and subject qualificationsSummary for the Parent
Overview
Podar International School, Bannerghatta Road, is a well-established ICSE school under the Podar network.
It’s known for its structured academics, caring teachers, and emphasis on overall development. Fees are on the higher side but align with other reputed ICSE schools in Bengaluru.
Best Fit For
A child who thrives in a structured, academically focused environment
A child who enjoys co-curricular activities like art, theatre, and debate
Strengths
Strong ICSE academic foundation
Supportive and qualified teachers
Good balance of academics and hobbies
Safe and well-monitored transport system
Trade-offs
Limited sports infrastructure (no swimming pool)
Fee transparency and annual increments
Occasional administrative delays reported
No parent-facing GPS bus tracking app
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