Amber Valley Residential School
P.O. Box No. 116 K.m. Road Mugthihalli Karnataka - 577133 India · Chikkamagaluru · Karnataka
Amber Valley Residential School in Chikkamagaluru offers scenic campus and ICSE/ISC curriculum.
Basic Details
- Boards
- ICSE (Class X), ISC (Class XII)
- Classes
- Nursery / Playgroup to Class XII.
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- Yes — separate hostels for boys and girls with AC and dormitory options.
- Founded
- 2004
- Student–teacher ratio
- Claimed 10:1 on school site; 30:1 on ezyschooling — discrepancy noted.
- Students
- Around 400
- Staff
- Principal: Dr. John Abraham, Founder Trustee: Late V.G. Siddhartha, Executive Trustee: Aisshwarya DKS Hegde
Summary for the Parent
Overview
Amber Valley Residential School combines a scenic 45-acre campus with ICSE/ISC academics and a strong extracurricular program.
It’s a good option for families looking for a structured residential environment with a balance of academics and outdoor learning.
What kind of child will this school work for best
- Children who enjoy outdoor learning and sports.
- Students who adapt well to boarding life and structured routines.
- Kids who benefit from smaller, community-style environments.
Strengths
Large, well-equipped campus.
Balanced focus on academics and extracurriculars.
Separate hostels with medical and dining facilities.
Early-years program with play-based learning.
Environmental and entrepreneurship initiatives.
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
Conflicting information on fees and student–teacher ratio.
Limited transparency on recent academic results.
Mixed staff reviews about management and retention.
Need to verify hostel supervision and safety measures.
Fee inclusions (boarding, uniforms, etc.) not clearly listed.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Can you share the latest fee structure and inclusions?
What is the current teacher retention rate?
How are boarders supervised after school hours?
What are the recent ICSE/ISC results?
How does the school handle medical emergencies?
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