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JBCN International School, Borivali campus JBCN Borivali exterior - Justdial photo JBCN Borivali - EducationWorld

Here is a detailed summary of JBCN International School — Borivali, Mumbai. Some fee figures are from third‑party listings and should be treated as indicative.

About the School

Field	Details
Complete Address	Plot CTS. No. 96, Remison Towers, Baburao Ranade Marg, Opposite Union Bank Staff Quarters, Borivali (West), Mumbai – 400103.
Founding Year (Borivali campus)	2010 (promoted/operational around 2009–2010; JBCN group origins earlier) (School site, EducationWorld)
Number of Students (Borivali)	~1,390 (approximate; varies by source) (EducationWorld)
Boards/Curricula	Cambridge (Cambridge Primary/IGCSE, AS & A Levels) and ICSE (CISCE) — both offered at Borivali (School site, EducationWorld)
Classes Available	Pre‑Primary through Grade 12 (Pre‑nursery / Nursery / LKG / UKG / Grade 1–12; AS & A Levels at 11–12)
Student‑Teacher Ratio / Class Size	Reported between 24–30. School site cites average class size ~24; some listings show 1:30. Expect variation by grade and programme (School site, EducationWorld)
Co‑Ed	Yes
Boarding Facility	No — day school only
Staff Highlights	- Director‑Principal: Mrs. Debika Chatterji (School site) - JBCN group highlights award‑winning faculty, regular teacher development; group faculty ~900+ (group‑level figure) (Wikipedia) - Specialist staff support co‑curricular programmes
Contact Information	Phone: (022) 69562000; Mobile: +91 9930002242; Email: info.bor@jbcnschool.edu.in (Contact page). Alternate number seen: (022) 28917930 (EducationWorld)

Details about School Campus

Campus Size: 0.8 acres (EducationWorld)
Facilities & Infrastructure:
- Classrooms: Air‑conditioned, ICT‑enabled; average class sizes ~24–30 (School site, EducationWorld)
- Laboratories: Physics, Chemistry, Biology labs; multiple computer labs (School site)
- Library: Well‑resourced with print and digital; library recognition noted on rankings (EducationWorld)
- Sports: Swimming pool, skating rink, football/cricket facilities, basketball, handball, archery, hockey; indoor options like karate, carrom, chess (School site, EducationWorld)
- Performing/Creative Arts: Theatre, music, dance, art spaces and programmes (School site)
- Additional: Innovation/STEM clubs, maker/robotics achievements, MUN and global collaborations (School site)
- Safety & Transport: AC buses with GPS, CCTV, lady attendants, real‑time parent alerts; routes cover Western suburbs. Parents flag parking/road congestion in reviews (School site, Justdial, Skoolz)
Note on space: Multiple parents mention limited outdoor play space due to the compact urban campus; internal facilities are well‑equipped, but large open fields are constrained (Justdial, Skoolz).

Estimated Fees

Grade/Programme	Amount (₹)	Notes
Pre‑Nursery	122,850	Indicative annual fee; AY 2024–25/2025 as per listing (EducationWorld)
Jr. KG / Sr. KG	145,850	Indicative annual fee; verify with admissions (EducationWorld)
Primary (Grades 1–5)	193,850	Indicative annual fee (EducationWorld)
Secondary (Grades 6–10)	193,850	Indicative annual fee (EducationWorld)
A‑Levels (Grades 11–12)	292,850	Indicative annual fee (EducationWorld)

Application/admission fees: Not published openly. The school asks families to enquire for the detailed fee schedule; expect a one‑time admission/registration fee (confirm with admissions) (Admissions page).
Transport: Bus facility available; route‑based charges not listed publicly. Request a route‑specific quotation (School site, Skoolz).

Caveats:

Numbers above are from EducationWorld and should be treated as indicative. Fees are revised annually — confirm current fees, any security deposit, kit/activity charges, exam fees, and transport separately (EducationWorld, Ezyschooling).
Some aggregators show fees as “unavailable,” so rely on the school’s latest schedule where possible (Ezyschooling).

Parent Feedback and Ratings

Justdial rating: 4.0/5 based on 558 ratings (Justdial)
Facebook page rating: ~4.2/5 (20 reviews — school FB page; indicative)
Other aggregators: Education portals summarize Google/overall ratings in the 4.0–4.2 range; SchoolMyKids ~4.1 (check live pages for the latest) (EducationWorld, Skoolz)

Positives (direct quotes):

“The place is good for children, gives all types of opportunities. Teacher pays attention to all the students.” — Rudransh Mishra (Skoolz)
“Lot of emphasis on readings and good for sports... neat facilities” — Arvind Kumar (Skoolz)
“Excellent” / “Very Good” — multiple short ratings (e.g., PAI, Smitha, Sonia Khandelwal) (Justdial)

Concerns / negatives (direct quotes):

“Extremely rude person manning the gate. I had gone to enquire about admission for my kid in nursery... Clearly they need to have more polite people working there.” — Rahul L (Skoolz)
“Poor managed infra. No parking for school buses which parked in road... Totally Indiscipline which shows run for the money..” — Amit Biswas (Skoolz)
“This school is synonymous with the term superficial and the management is money-minded... It's no value for money as soon primary grades begin... teachers leaving school and substitutes are less qualified... scarcity of basic facilities...” — Miraben S (Skoolz)
“Worst experience... hold admission files for more than two months... they never revert on time.” — Pratik (Justdial)

Notes on recency:

Reviews span 2015–2025. Themes around admissions communication, staff attitude at the gate, and parking congestion appear repeatedly in recent summaries too. There are also many positive reviews and achievement posts; experiences vary by grade and programme (Justdial, Skoolz, EducationWorld).

Sentiment Analysis

Aspect	Positives	Concerns	Recency/Timeline
Primary / Early Years	Inquiry‑led approach with Reggio‑Emilia elements mentioned; attentive teachers; small classes; strong reading culture	Few negatives at this stage; some note a shift in rigour when moving up	Ongoing; echoed in multiple years of reviews
Elementary / Middle (Gr 3–8)	Active co‑curriculars; sports and clubs; visible thinking routines	Occasional comments on syllabus completion and teacher changes	Reports appear intermittently across years
Secondary / Senior (Gr 9–12; IGCSE/ICSE/A‑Levels)	Documented IGCSE/A‑Level results and university placements; subject specialist support	Isolated concerns about continuity, “superficial coverage,” and turnover	Mixed; positives in 2023–2025 outcomes; concerns recur
Boards (Cambridge & ICSE)	Choice of pathways is a clear plus; Cambridge outcomes highlighted	Some ICSE parents report a different experience; ask for faculty details by subject	Varies by cohort/year
Extracurriculars & Sports	Medal wins (e.g., MSSA silver), Innovators Convention, MUN, STEM/robotics	Limited outdoor space due to urban campus	Persistent due to campus size

Unique things about the school

Strong “EduCreative” philosophy with sustainability and UN SDGs woven into learning; several green/sustainability awards.
Dual pathways under one roof — Cambridge IGCSE/AS‑A Levels and ICSE — offering flexibility if your plans change.
Documented international university placements and Cambridge Outstanding Learner Awards, including scholarships for alumni.
Regular innovation‑led events (Innovators Convention, Youth Summit, MUN, global collaborations) and notable student wins in STEM, sports, and performing arts.

Summary for the Parent

Strengths:
- Early Years and Primary get frequent praise for reading culture, inquiry‑based approach, and attentive teachers.
- Good spread of co‑curriculars: sports, performing arts, MUN, STEM/robotics.
- Clear Cambridge and ICSE pathways on one campus; strong A‑Level track record and placements.
- Modern, well‑equipped indoor facilities and safety features on transport.
Potential trade‑offs / Things to check:
- Compact urban campus with limited outdoor play fields; assess if this suits your child.
- Repeated feedback about parking/traffic congestion and front‑office behaviour — observe during your visit.
- Mixed parent opinions in higher grades about teacher continuity and syllabus coverage.
- Fees are on the higher side for the area; confirm all add‑ons (transport, kit, exam fees, deposits).
Recommendations / Questions to Ask:
- “Can you share the latest official fee schedule, including one‑time admission/registration fees and typical annual incidentals?”
- “For our chosen board and grade, who are the subject teachers and what has turnover been in the last two years?”
- “How many instructional days do you target, and how do you track syllabus completion?”
- “What is the route‑specific bus fare, pick‑up/drop timing, and safety protocol (CCTV, GPS, female attendant) for our stop?”
- “How does parent communication and grievance redressal work, and what response time can we expect?”
- “For Grade 9–12, can we see the last 2–3 years of campus‑specific results and university placement lists/portfolios?”

Admission Process for Interested Parents

Timing:
- The Borivali campus currently shows “Admissions Open for AY 2026–27.” Typically, enquiry/registration windows open several months before the April session (often Oct–Jan). Exact timelines vary by grade — please confirm with admissions (Admissions page).
Steps (as outlined by the school and third‑party summaries):
1. Submit the online enquiry/application form via the Borivali admissions page (Admissions page).
2. Attend a virtual information session and/or meet academic leadership.
3. Book an in‑person school tour (subject to availability).
4. Interaction with teachers for Pre‑Primary, Grade 1 and 2.
5. Diagnostic assessment for Grade 3 to A‑Levels.
6. Meeting with the Director‑Principal/confirmation interaction.
7. Offer subject to vacancy and selection; complete formalities within the given timeline (EducationWorld).
Documents typically required (confirm with admissions):
- Child’s birth certificate and proof of residence
- Previous school reports/TC (for lateral entry)
- Passport/ID (especially for international students)
- Passport‑size photos (child and parents)
- Medical/immunisation record
- Any custody/legal documents if applicable
Admissions contact:
- Phone: (022) 69562000; Mobile: +91 9930002242; Email: info.bor@jbcnschool.edu.in (Contact page)
Practical tip: Ask for the latest admissions brochure or fee PDF. Clarify seat reservation timelines, refundable security deposit, sibling policy, transport charges, and any scholarships — many items are not listed publicly (Admissions page, Ezyschooling).

Sources


[1]: https://www.jbcnschool.edu.in/borivali/ "JBCN International School — Borivali (Official)"
[2]: https://www.jbcnschool.edu.in/borivali/about-us/contact/ "JBCN Borivali — Contact"
[3]: https://www.jbcnschool.edu.in/borivali/jbcn-international-school-admissions-enquire-now/ "JBCN Borivali — Admissions"
[4]: https://educationworld.in/jbcn-international-school-borivali/ "EducationWorld — JBCN Borivali Profile & Fees"
[5]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/JBCN_International_School "Wikipedia — JBCN International School"
[6]: https://www.justdial.com/Mumbai/JBCN-International-School-Behind-Mn-Medical-Center-Opposite-Union-Bank-Staff-Quarters-Borivali-West/022PXX22-XX22-110723125713-A9M7_BZDET/reviews "Justdial — Reviews for JBCN Borivali"
[7]: https://www.skoolz.in/mumbai/jbcn-international-school/5457 "Skoolz — JBCN Borivali Profile & Reviews"
[8]: https://ezyschooling.com/school/jbcn-international-school-borivali-west-mumbai/fees-structure "Ezyschooling — JBCN Borivali Fees/Profile"
[9]: https://www.justdial.com/Mumbai/JBCN-International-School-Behind-Mn-Medical-Center-Opposite-Union-Bank-Staff-Quarters-Borivali-West/022PXX22-XX22-110723125713-A9M7_BZDET/photos "Justdial — Photos for JBCN Borivali"