Admission
Admissions open for the Academic Year 2025-26 from Playgroup to Class 10th.
Admission Procedure:
- As a parent it’s highly important for you to first visit the school campus, where your child will later spend 5-6 hours of the day in the school.
- Our counsellor will be glad to tell you everything about our school, the facilities provided, and moreover, she will be happy to answer all the queries that you may have as a parent. We suggest that you bring your child along when you come for admission, because, your child should like the school, he should love coming to school every day.
- Once you are thoroughly satisfied you can collect the admission form and prospectus from the school’s office (Admission Processing Fee Rs.1000/- shall be charged for the same.) or you can submit the online admission form.
- Duly filled Admission form along with below mentioned documents and school fees needs to be submitted in schools office to confirm your child’s seat.
Admission processing fee Rs. 1000/-
Documents to be submitted along with the Admission Form:
- 4 Passport size photograph of the Child
- Passport size photograph of Father and Mother/ Guardian.
- Parents ID proof and Address proof.
- School Leaving Certificate (To be submitted in June 2023).
- Report Card from the previous school (To be submitted in June 2023)
Age criteria:
| Sr.No. | Class | Entry Age |
| 1 | Play Group | Two Years |
| 2 | Nursery | Three Years |
| 3 | KG I | 4 years |
| 4 | KG II | 5 years |
| 5 | Grade -I | 6 years |
| 6 | Grade -II to Grade -9th | Grade I to Grade -VIII cleared from a recognized School. |
Reference: Govt. of Maharashtra GR regarding minimum age of admission norms
SHARE YOUR INTEREST
VISIT OUR CAMPUS
BEGIN THE APPLICATION
Submission of documents
Frequently asked questions
Admissions are currently open for the Academic Year 2025-26 from Playgroup to Class 10th at Mentor International School, Hadapsar. We encourage early applications as seats are limited and fill up quickly.
Our admission process is designed to ensure the best fit for your child:
Step 1: SHARE YOUR INTEREST – Express your interest in our school
Step 2: VISIT OUR CAMPUS – Schedule and attend a campus tour (highly recommended)
Step 3: ENQUIRE – Fill the Enquiry Form
Step 4: READINESS ASSESSMENT – Student’s readiness for the respective grade is assessed
Step 5: BEGIN THE APPLICATION – Fill the Admission Form
Step 6: SUBMISSION OF DOCUMENTS – Submit the completed Admission Form with the required
documents and Tuition Fee
[We strongly recommend that parents first visit our school campus where their child will spend 5-6 hours daily, and bring their child along to ensure they love coming to school every day]
As a parent, it’s highly important to first visit our school campus in Hadapsar because this is where your child will spend 5-6 hours of their day. Our Counsellor will be glad to tell you everything about our school, the facilities provided and answer all queries you may have as a parent. We suggest bringing your child along when you come for admission because your child should like the school and love coming to school every day.
The Admission Fee, which is to be paid when filling the Admission is a one-time fee for processing your child’s admission.
Yes, you can submit the online Enquiry form. However, we still recommend visiting our campus to meet with our Counselor and experience our facilities, firsthand!
Age Criteria & Class Eligibility:
We follow the Government of Maharashtra age norms for admission:
| Class | Entry Age |
| · Nursery | 3 years (as on 31st Dec) |
| · Jr. KG | 4 years (as on 31st Dec) |
| · Sr.KG | 5 years (as on 31st Dec) |
| · Grade I | 6 years (as on 31st Dec) |
| · Grade II to Grade IX | Should have cleared the previous grade from a Recognized School |
Reference: Government of Maharashtra GR regarding minimum age admission norms
We strictly follow the Government of Maharashtra age criteria norms as mandated by the Education Department. However, for specific cases, please consult with our admission counselor who can guide you based on your child’s birth date and the class you’re applying for.
Required Documents & Application Process:
The following documents must be submitted along with the completed Admission Form:
- For the Student:
- 4 passport-size Photographs of the student
- Aadhaar card (original for verification, a photocopy for submission)
- Birth Certificate (original for verification, a photocopy for submission)
- School Leaving Certificate (to be submitted by June – for admissions to Grade 2 onwards)
- Bonafide Certificate of the last school attended (for admissions to Grade 2 onwards)
- Report Card from the last school attended (to be submitted by June – for admissions to Grade 2 onwards)
- Address Proof (Utility bill/ Rent Agreement/ Aadhaar card)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable only)
- For Parents:
- 1 passport-size photograph, each of Father and Mother/Guardian
- Parents’ ID proof (a copy of Aadhaar card, Passport or government-issued ID)
- Address proof (Utility bill/ Rent Agreement/ Aadhaar card)
The School Leaving Certificate and Report Card from the previous school should be submitted by June. This gives you time to complete the formalities with your current school, while securing your child’s seat at Mentor School.
No, children applying for Nursery do not need a School Leaving Certificates or Report Card as this is their first formal educational experience. Only the Birth Certificate, photographs and parents’ documents are required.
Yes, the duly filled Admission Form along with the required documents and Tuition fee must be paid to confirm your child’s seat. This ensures that your child’s place is secured for the AY 2026-27. The Counsellor and the Accounts Department of the school will guide you through this process.
School Operations & Logistics:
Yes, we provide school transportation through an outsourced service provider. The transportation expense is not included in the Tuition Fee and is only available on the planned routes. We do not provide door-to-door service, to optimize route planning. If your location is outside the planned routes, an additional fee may be charged to accommodate – if possible. Please review the bus routes before finalizing the admission.
Class Size & Student Ratios:
We maintain a maximum of 40 children per section ratio till Grade 8. However, from Grade 9 onwards there could be more than 36 students per class as some electives are offered. This ensures personalized attention while maintaining viable class dynamics.
Despite maintaining up to 40 students per section, our experienced teachers are trained to provide individual attention through differentiated instruction methods, group activities and our holistic educational approach that recognizes each child’s unique strengths and learning style.
Educational Programs & Philosophy:
We have Introduced Life Skill Programs that which aim at grooming students into confident personalities who can lead their own lives with responsibility, work well with others and do the right thing – even when no one is watching.
The Life Skill Program includes:
- Leadership Program – creating future Leaders
- Financial literacy – grooming Money Managers
- Asymmetrical Digital Library– producing virtual Globe Trotters
- School Cinema – shaping Value-based Personalities
Value and character building is at the heart of everything we do. We don’t treat this as a separate subject, but as something that each teacher and individual in school must model and teach in daily interactions with students, throughout the day. This integrated approach ensures consistent character development throughout your child’s school experience. We integrate the Life Skill Program in our daily teaching periods too.
At Mentor International School, we integrate a wide range of activities within our overall educational program as part of the curriculum to improve students’ physical, mental, emotional and social well-being:
- STEM
- Visual Arts
- Music
- Dance
- Physical Education & Well being
- Library
These are not just add-on activities but integral components of our Holistic Educational approach, that help students develop skills like Endurance, Aesthetics, Leadership, Teamwork and Time Management.
Parent Involvement & Communication:
We consider parents as valued partners in their child’s education. Our parent involvement includes:
- New Admission Workshop: For new families
- New Parent Orientation Seminar: Compulsory attendance at the beginning of an Academic Year in June
- Parent Teacher Meetings (PTMs): Regular meetings with parent teacher meeting and updates on Academics
- Behavior and all-round growth: Individual discussions about one’s ward’s performance
- Event Participation: Encouraging children at Sports Day, student performances, and curriculum-related exhibitions. In fact, at Mentor School parents of students till grade 2 participate in the ‘Fun n Fitness’ event organized during Sports meets. Parents also participate in the SLC (Student Lead Conference) where they witness their ward’s confidence as they exhibit the concepts learnt, and social skills acquired.
Yes, parents are free to seek appointments with teachers if there are issues that need immediate attention. We maintain an open-door policy while respecting teachers’ schedules and classroom responsibilities. Appointments are fixed and the respective Mentor meets with parents along with the Class Buddy.
At Mentor School we follow a Homework Schedule, so as to avoid burdening students with too much of Homework after school, and to facilitate social life with family and friends. Homework helps students develop self-reliance and work skills. The amount of homework typically increases as students advance in age and grade levels. However, homework doesn’t necessarily mean just written work – it also includes:
- Reading Assignments
- Class preparation
- Material collection for Projects
- Conducting Interviews
- Research Activities
- Project Work.
A detailed Homework Policy will be provided to the Parents after Admission confirmation.
Fees & Financial Information:
Additional charges may include:
- Transportation fees (if availed for)
- Text & Note Books set
- Costumes cost for events
- Examination fee for External exams (if opted for)
Complete fee details will be provided during your Admission counseling session at our campus.
Please discuss the fee payment options and Benefits that Mentor School offers. We understand that different families have varying financial situations, hence we try to accommodate where possible.
Mentor School offers several Fee payment Benefits like One-Time Payment Benefit, Mode of Transport Benefit and Continuation Benefit in the following Academic year benefit.
Scholarships are awarded annually, in cash, to eligible students in the following Categories:
- Knowledge And Skills
- Sports And Fitness
- Visual Arts
- Performing Arts.
Campus Location & Accessibility:
We are located at Vitthal Tupe Campus, MP5, Magarpatta City, Near West Gate, Kad Wasti, Magarpatta City, Hadapsar, Pune, Maharashtra 411013. Our location is easily accessible from major residential areas and IT hubs in and around Hadapsar and Magarpatta City.
You can call the school office and fix an appointment with the Admissions Counsellor. We highly recommend visiting our school, at the scheduled time, along with your ward to experience our campus environment. This helps ensure the right fit between your family’s expectations and our school’s offerings.
Yes, we provide parking facilities for parents visiting our campus. Our security team will guide you to the designated parking areas.
Admission Timeline & Process:
Applications for the Academic Year 2026-27 have started coming in. We recommend applying early as seats are limited and will be filled on a ‘first-come-first-served’ basis after meeting the eligibility criteria. Popular classes and age groups tend to fill up quickly, especially as we are in a prime location near Magarpatta City.
Once you submit the completed Admission Form with all the required documents and fee our Admissions team will review your application, verify your documents and confirm your child’s seat. You will be informed about the admission confirmation immediately, onboarding on MCB will be done and further instructions for the Academic year will be given.
After admission confirmation, you will be invited to:
- Attend the New Parent Orientation Seminar in June 2026
- Receive detailed information about the Annual Planner, School policies, Uniform requirements, Study material, etc.
- Meet your child’s teachers and understand specific grade-level expectations
- Get oriented with school facilities, transportation (if applicable), and daily routines
Special Considerations:
Please discuss any specific learning needs or requirements during your campus visit. Our experienced professionals work to create an appropriate learning environment that suit students’ strengths, and address areas needing support. We encourage transparent communication about your child’s individual needs, during your visit for admission.
Children switching from another curriculum can be accommodated. Our teachers are experienced in helping students transition smoothly to fit into the CBSE curriculum.
Our comprehensive approach includes:
- Creating welcoming classroom environments
- Gradual orientation for younger children
- Buddy system: pairing new students with existing students
- Regular monitoring by teachers and core team
- Connecting with their Parents regularly, to ensure that all are on the same page.
Contact & Next Steps:
To get more information about admissions:
- Please fix an appointment or walk into our campus at Vitthal Tupe Campus, MP5, Magarpatta City, Hadapsar
- Contact our Admissions office to schedule a counseling session
- Attend one of our Campus Tour sessions
- Speak directly with our Admissions Counselor, who can answer all your specific questions
For your campus visit, please bring:
- Your child (highly recommended)
- Any specific questions about our programs and facilities
- Preliminary documents, as listed below:
Birth Certificate
Leaving Certificate (if available)
Progress Card of the latest Assessment conducted in the previous school
Address Proof (Utility bill/ Rent Agreement/ Aadhaar card)
Remember that choosing the right school is a significant decision. We encourage you to:
- Visit our campus and observe our academia
- Meet with our Admission Counselors to understand our educational philosophy
- Ensure that your child feels comfortable in our school environment
- Review our complete Fee structure and policies
- Understand our parent involvement expectations
- Ask any questions about your child’s specific needs or interests
