Bishop Cotton School
In short: Bishop Cotton School is a private, secular, boys only international school in Shimla, India. It offers Cambridge. Stages: primary, middle school and high school. Taught in English.
- Type
- Private · Secular · Boys only
- Ages
- Primary to high school
- Curricula
- Cambridge
- Languages
- English + 1
Awards & accreditations
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Cambridge International IGCSE · AS & A Level
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Fees
Fees on request
The school shares its fees, enrolment and extras on request.
Curriculum & results
Cambridge
Alongside the ICSE and ISC, Bishop Cotton School offers a Cambridge International pathway: Cambridge Lower Secondary with Checkpoint assessments in Classes 6 to 8 (from 2026), Cambridge IGCSE from Class 9, and AS and A Levels, with the option to switch back to the CISCE curriculum at key points such as after IGCSE or before Class 11.
Stages
PrimaryMiddle schoolHigh school
The Prep School (Classes 4 to 8) builds foundational skills through a comprehensive curriculum, and the Senior School (Classes 9 to 12) prepares boys for the ICSE in Class 10 and the ISC in Class 12, or for IGCSE and AS/A Levels on the Cambridge pathway. Entrance tests are held for Classes 4 to 9.
Approach · General Curriculum
Guided by its motto 'Overcome Evil with Good', the school seeks to combine tradition and innovation, developing character, leadership and a sense of service in every boy.
Languages
English is the language of instruction for both the CISCE (ICSE and ISC) and Cambridge pathways.
Englishteaching languageItalianMedium
Programmes & accreditations
Cambridge International SchoolCambridge International Education programmes and exams
IGCSEInternational GCSE
A LevelsAdvanced Level qualifications
CISCEIndian ICSE and ISC school certificate exams
Open Days
Visit the school on a date that suits youNo open days scheduled right now. Ask for a private tour and the school will propose a date.
Location
Bishop Cotton School Road, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171002, India
Facilities & services
Facilities
Swimming poolGymLibraryComputer labMusic roomLaboratoryTechnology WorkshopArt roomMaker spaceMedical room
The 35-acre campus, set in the Himalayan landscape of Shimla, combines heritage architecture with modern facilities, including four boarding houses with a total capacity of about 350 boys and sports grounds that host inter-school tournaments.
Services
Boarding School
Boarders live under 24/7 supervision in their houses, and the school publishes a full fee structure covering tuition, boarding and additional charges.
Boarding
Boys live in four boarding houses, Curzon, Ibbetson, Lefroy and Rivaz, each accommodating 75 to 100 students, with around 350 places in total and 24/7 supervision.
Sport is a major part of school life, from football tournaments hosted on campus to CISCE regional games, and boys take part in concerts with full participation of the younger classes, as well as mountaineering expeditions in the Himalayas, such as a climb in Ladakh.
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FAQ
Which curriculum does Bishop Cotton School follow?
Cambridge.
What language is Bishop Cotton School taught in?
Lessons are taught in English. It also teaches Italian.
How do I contact Bishop Cotton School?
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