Best CBSE and ICSE Schools in India | Podar International School

Best CBSE and ICSE Schools in India | Podar International School
99 Years Of Nurturing
Creative Thinkers
Admissions Open for AY 2026-27
Podar
Education Network
More Than Grades
Educating 2,75,000 students through 165 Podar International Schools + 135 Podar Partner Schools, Podar Education Network has established itself as a leader in the education sector. Established in 1927, Podar Education Network’s aim is not just to impart knowledge but to foster the growth of responsible, well-rounded, and lifelong learners who can contribute positively to society.
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99
Years Of Experience
165
Podar International Schools
135
Podar Partner Schools
400
Podar Preschools
2,75,000
Students
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A Glimpse into a Student’s Journey at Podar
A Podar School Adapts To Become
Integrated Learning Program
Theme-based, hands-on modules connecting subjects to real-world issues, building critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, research, and social responsibility.
Digital Skills & Coding
Coding starts in preschool, progressing from playful blocks to advanced programming, robotics, AI, and app development—building creativity, logic, and future-ready digital skills.
Innovation Labs
Hands-on STEM playground with robotics, electronics, engineering, and coding, encouraging design thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and innovation through exciting real-world projects.
Remedial Learning
Personalised support to bridge learning gaps, reinforce foundations, and build student confidence, ensuring every child keeps pace and thrives academically.
Symphonics
Phonics-based English foundation program using stories and multi-sensory learning to build early literacy, vocabulary, writing, and confident communication skills. Pre-school to Grade 2.
Podar Model United Nations
Annual UN simulation where students debate global issues, fostering leadership, diplomacy, research, teamwork, and public speaking while developing international awareness.
ENTER THE STUDENTS JOURNEY
Podar Initiatives
Podar International School
Schools (from Nursery to Grade 12) operated and managed completely by Podar Education Network.
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Podar Smarter School
Complete all-round assistance to partners in starting a school or upgrading their existing school.
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Podar Prep
The renowned Preschool Brand of Podar Education Network delivering Quality Education from Playgroup (Age 2) to Senior Kg (Age 5).
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Born Smart
A premier Mother Toddler program for children aged 0-3 years. Born Smart is a collection of age appropriate activities for new parents.
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Podar World College
Students can obtain a prestigious Undergraduate or Graduate degree from the University of London or the University of Wolverhampton while studying in India.
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Podar Institute of Education
The award winning Teacher Training Institute managed by Podar Education Network. Courses include ECCED and CACHE.
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Smart Tours
Broadening young minds through safe, educative and well-curated student tours.
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Our Achievements
We are honoured to be recognised for our commitment to quality
Podar International School is honoured with the Pioneering Education Excellence Award 2025–26
Podar International School Honored as India's Prestigious Learning Institute 2025 by ET Edge
Podar International School was awarded as the Most Trusted Education Brand by Big Impact Awards 2025
Podar International Schools was awarded as the Most Respected Education Brand in India 2024-25 by Education World
Podar International School was awarded the Most Trusted Brands of India 2024-25 by Marksmen Daily
Podar Education Network has been recognised as the Best Education Brands 2024 by The Economic Times
Podar Education Network - Chain of Schools with Highest Number of Students (Mumbai Region) 2023
Podar International School - Most Trusted Brand of the Nation 2023 by The Brand Story
Podar Prep - Leading Preschool Chain (National) 2023 by ArdorComm Media
Podar International School: Honored Among India's Top 10 Most Promising International Schools by Silicon India 2023
The Economic Times Best Education Brands Award 2023
India's Most Respected Education Brand 2022
The Economic Times Best Education Brands Award 2022
e4m Pride of India - The Best of Bharat’ Award 2022
India's Most Respected Early Childhood Education Brand - The Education World - 21-22
The Most Respected Education Brand in India - The Education World - 21-22
Leading School Chain (National) 2022 - ArdorComm Media Group - 2022
Most Distinguished International School Network of the Year - Education Excellence Awards - 2020-21
Best Pre-school Brand of the Year - Education Excellence Awards - 2020-21
Best Preschool of the Year - Global School Awards - 2020-21
Outstanding Educational Network in India - The Economics Times - 2020-21
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Other things that we care at Podar
We Don’t Take Interviews
We Don’t Take Donations
Because we believe that your child is our responsibility
We Groom, We
Nurture
Podar Innovation Centre
Teacher Training
Innovation Lab
Teaching Methodology
Innovation Lab
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Latest News
Podar International School, Shivamogga Wins CBSE U-17 Girls’ National Championship 2025–26
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Miss Sanavi Sonawane Shines Internationally with 5 Medals at Roller Relay Skating Championship in Thailand - 2025
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Rajveer Phade Wins Champion’s Trophy at Genius Kid World Mind Sports Championship 2025!
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Master Pranav Kulkarni is a proud alumnus of Podar International School, Satara achieved an All India Rank of 256 in the prestigious UPSC exams.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Welcome to Podar International School! As parents and guardians, you want to give your children the best of everything- quality education, a safe and nurturing environment and means to live a well-balanced, holistic life. By enrolling your children at Podar International School, you will be taking the first step towards a bright future for your children.
With 99 years of expertise in the field of learning, Podar International School is considered among the best CBSE, ICSE and International schools in India. The Podar group has under its wings:
A combined student strength of more than 2,75,000
Support of 8,000 dedicated and loyal staff members.
Offering learning programs from pre-primary to class 12, we’re among the best and all-encompassing schools in India. Considered among the pioneers of education in India, Podar offers a plethora of educational streams such as:
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE)
Secondary School Certificate (SSC)
Cambridge (IGCSE)
International Baccalaureate (IB)
We believe in holistic learning. While we want your child to excel in academics, we also don’t want them to diminish their passion. Our job, as an educational institute, is to prepare the young minds of today for a bright tomorrow. Hence, we focus on creating all-rounders.
Thanks to the variety of boards offered, as parents you have the choice to select between multiple options, all under one umbrella. Podar is considered among the best CBSE schools in India, and the best ICSE schools in India in addition to holding its position among the top international schools in India. Why so? Because of the quality of education we provide. Our innovative learning methods, equal focus on academics and extracurricular, and a strong curriculum all together are a perfect combination for growth and success.
Through the Podar Innovation center, 80+ academicians have come together to create a curriculum and content based on the guidelines of various boards including CBSE, ICSE, CAIE and the Maharashtra State Board. Apart from offering a strong syllabus and curriculum, the PIC also offers facilities and programs such as remedial learning that help teachers in assisting students to cope with difficult concepts, symphonic, math gym, math lab and life skills that are appropriate for their future and help them in becoming independent.
When we call ourselves pioneers and cheerleaders of education in India, we take those monikers seriously. We want to make learning accessible to all, and for that we will have to spread our wings. Podar International School is present across the length and breadth of the country through multiple branches. This makes education accessible to everyone.
Besides, we also understand that in today’s day and age, most parents are also chasing their own careers while trying to give their kids the best quality of life and education. To aid them in their journey and not stop them from realizing their dreams, the presence of Podar International School in various parts of the country gives it an edge. If you’re a parent in a transferable job, enrolling your child in our school will help you pick up the next best opportunity as we have branches across multiple cities and states. Once your child is a part of the Podar Education Network, it will be easier for you to re-enroll them in a hassle-free manner in one of the top schools in India.
The icing on the cake, needless to say, is the Podar Innovation Centre that helps bind us all. A centralized learning centre makes the job easier for the teachers, students, and parents. Add to it our strong parent-teacher community that comes together often to ensure they’re on the same page and to discuss all the different ways they can make school life easy and fun for children.
In summation, at Podar:
We’re technology first
Have state-of-the-art infrastructure
Have provisions for Indoor and outdoor games
Have a stress-free and clean environment
Well-equipped, ventilated, and spacious classrooms
And so much more.
For those interested in admitting their kids to our school, our admission process is swift and easy. Please visit https://www.podareducation.org/admissions for more information.
Apart from these, we're present in multiple other locations across the country.
Yes. All Podar International Schools in India are privately owned and managed.
The Podar Network of Schools provides a diverse range of educational opportunities, including the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), the Secondary School Certificate (SSC), Cambridge (IGCSE), and the International Baccalaureate (IB).
There are 165 Podar International Schools located all over the country.
Dr. Pavan Podar is the Chairman of Podar Education Network.
The admission process is simple. Admissions are on a first come first serve basis in Podar International School. Requesting you to please contact the school office for more information -
https://www.podareducation.org/locations
. Admissions are also available online. Please visit
https://www.podareducation.org/admissions
for more information.