Don Bosco International School
Matunga East, Mumbai
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For families researching international education in central Mumbai, Don Bosco International School (DBIS) in M
Nursery - 12Marathi
From ₹4,00,000/yr
Vastu Shilp, JD Road Annexe, Gamadia Colony, Tardeo, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400007
Annual Fee
₹5,50,000 and above
For those investigating international educational institutions in South Mumbai, Aditya Birla World Academy (ABWA) is likely on your shortlist. The school successfully integrates global academic frameworks with a deep commitment to emotional wellbeing, though as with any institution, there are specific factors parents should investigate.
Aditya Birla World Academy is a Co-ed IB-affiliated school located in Mumbai, India. It offers classes from Nursery - 12. Annual school fees are approximately ₹5.5 lakh and above per year. Parent reviews can be submitted on EduTribe to help other families shortlist this school. Notable highlights: Top-tier IB World School; Global exchange programs; Focus on research and innovation.
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| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Early Years / Primary | ~2–4 lakh | Based on third‑party listings; not confirmed by school |
| Middle / Secondary (IGCSE/AS) | ~3–5 lakh | Indicative only; confirm with admissions |
| Senior (A-Level / IB DP) | Up to ~5.5 lakh | Higher for international programmes |
| Transport | Not published | Bus mandatory for Grades 1–10 |
| Application Fee | Not listed | Check during online application |
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Matunga East, Mumbai
For families researching international education in central Mumbai, Don Bosco International School (DBIS) in M
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Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium / Languages
English, Marathi
Type
Co-ed
Students
~800 (not officially published)
Student–Teacher Ratio
1:10
Boarding
Day school only
Established
2008
Pincode
400007
Leadership & Staff
Not published (compact urban campus in Tardeo)
Age Range
3 to 18 years (Nursery to Grade 12)
Family Backgrounds
Predominantly Mumbai-based professional, entrepreneurial, and corporate families.
Socio-economic Profile
Affluent and upper-middle-class households in pursuit of an international education.
Child Profiles
Students with global perspectives and academic drive, often engaged in sports, technology clubs, or the arts.
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Trade-offs / Things to check
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
New-age school fit
Discovery signals help parents look beyond board, fees, and location — including inclusion support, child strengths, sports, arts, STEM, entrepreneurship, and learning approach.
Profile inferred: these signals are derived from available school information and are not yet verified claims. Please confirm directly with the school before making admission decisions.
Areas this school appears to emphasise based on available profile information. Please confirm details directly with the school.
Sports-focused
Possible fit
Performing arts-focused
Possible fit
Arts-focused
Possible fit
STEM-focused
Possible fit
Progressive education
Possible fit
Academic-focused
Possible fit
Signals about special educator access, counselling, IEP support, accessibility, and school readiness for diverse learners.
Counsellor
Yes
How the school appears to approach teaching, assessment, pressure, and child fit.
Teaching philosophy
Progressive
Learning approach
Project-based learning
Academic pressure
High
Best suited for
Children who learn through projects and exploration
Sports focus, coaching, participation, and specific sports available.
Sports focus
Strong
Badminton
Strong
Basketball
Strong
Chess
Strong
Cricket
Strong
Football
Strong
Swimming
Strong
Tennis
Strong
Detected football, cricket, basketball, swimming, tennis, badminton, chess from existing profile text.
Visual arts, music, dance, drama/theatre, productions, and dedicated creative spaces.
Arts focus
Strong
Performing arts focus
Strong
Competitions
Yes
Art studio
Yes
Dance studio
Yes
Theatre space
Yes
Dance
Strong
Music
Strong
Visual arts
Strong
Detected music, dance, visual arts from existing profile text.
Signals around robotics, coding, maker spaces, financial literacy, startup clubs, and future-skill exposure.
STEM focus
Strong
Robotics lab
Yes
STEM/entrepreneurship signals inferred from existing profile text. Needs verification.
Use these during a visit or admissions call to verify the fit signals before you decide.
Aggregated insights from parent feedback. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Early Years & Primary
Positives
Parents favor the nurturing, play-centered environment and the small student-to-teacher ratio, with the PRIME framework aiding in monitoring emotional development.
Watch out for
Feedback is sparse, though some reports mention issues regarding the cafeteria.
Ask: How are staff trained for early childhood emotional growth? What does the typical daily schedule look like?
Middle / IGCSE
Positives
The Cambridge academic structure is praised, and pupils benefit from significant project-based learning.
Watch out for
Some parents cite administrative hold-ups and frequent changes in teaching personnel.
Ask: What are the current metrics for teacher retention? How is the transition between grade levels handled?
Senior (A-Level / IB DP)
Positives
Students receive solid guidance for university and global opportunities, resulting in successful placements.
Watch out for
Higher cost and occasional reports regarding inconsistency in the teaching staff.
Ask: Is the school able to provide recent placement records for universities and details on scholarships?
Extracurriculars & Sports
Positives
A diverse array of ECAs is available, including robotics, arts, sports, and house-based competitions, which students generally enjoy.
Watch out for
Some families perceive an inconsistency in the management of certain extracurricular activities.
Ask: How does the school balance academic demands with extracurricular participation? Are professional outside coaches utilized for sports?
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