🌍 NRI & Relocating Families

"Welcoming young minds from around the world to a nurturing, future-ready learning environment rooted in Indian values and global excellence."

At Meru International School, we understand the excitement and challenges of moving across the country or across the globe. Whether you're moving from another state or relocating to India for the first time, our seamless admissions pathway ensures a smooth academic and cultural transition for your child — with care, flexibility, and excellence.

🎯 Why Choose Meru?

We offer world-class academics with warm, personalized support tailored for globally mobile families:

✅ Choice of Curricula

Cambridge (IGCSE), CBSE — all delivered through our award-winning M-CLAP pedagogy.

✅ Smooth Cultural Transition

Buddy systems, orientation, and bridging support help your child settle in with ease.

✅ Global Outlook, Indian Values

A perfect blend of international learning and cultural grounding.

✅ Language Flexibility

Hindi, Telugu, and French offered — with extra support for non-native speakers.

✅ Truly International Community

Students from diverse backgrounds make Meru a welcoming, inclusive space.

Life at Meru

• Interactive, technology driven classrooms with future-ready learning
• Extensive extracurriculars: arts, sports, coding, MUNs
• English-medium instruction across both curricula
• Strong parent-school partnership and transparent communication

Admissions process : Meru International School Admission Process for New Students

**Virtual counselling will be done if you have not relocated yet to Hyderabad.

Frequently Asked Questions

At Meru, we offer both CBSE and Cambridge curricula. For students till Grade 5, we follow a carefully designed blended curriculum that gives them the best of both worlds. From Grade 6 onwards, parents can choose the curriculum that suits their child's learning style and future plans. We are here to help you make an informed decision.

We understand that transitions can feel overwhelming. That’s why our teaching approach is inquiry-based, hands-on, and deeply engaging, making it easier for children from any background to adjust. Our goal is to help children feel curious, confident, and connected in their new environment, no matter where they’re coming from.

Yes, we accept mid-term enrollments and provide support to help them catch up.

Every child’s well-being is important to us. We provide:

Two teachers in every class up to Grade 2
A Buddy System to ensure your child feels welcomed and never alone
A Bridge Program in April with diagnostic assessments and focused reinforcement
Digital resources for late joiners
A Guided session to help them navigate online tools

We also encourage you to visit the school with your child before reopening—this often helps ease any anxieties.

Not at all. We begin with a diagnostic test to assess language readiness. If needed, we provide extra support sessions, resources, and differentiated assessments initially. With parent support. Child’s self study and our guidance, your child will build language skills at their own pace.

Early Years: Play-based evaluations
Primary & Middle School: Formative tools like quizzes, role-plays, debates
Formal assessments in line with CBSE and Cambridge standards We focus on understanding and skills—not just marks.

At Meru, assessments go beyond just marks—they’re a tool for reflection, growth, and continuous improvement. We integrate tech-enabled platforms like Extramarks and DeepGrade to ensure assessments are:

Data-driven
Timely and accurate
Customised to identify learning gaps

Students receive instant feedback, and teachers use insights to personalise learning strategies. This modern approach aligns well with global standards and helps ease the transition for children coming from international or tech-forward schooling systems.
For parents, it ensures transparency and clarity, while for students, it makes assessments less stressful and more meaningful.

Every child deserves to explore their passions. At Meru, visual and performing arts, sports, and hobby clubs are part of the regular school day—at no extra cost.
We also offer after-school programs for those who want to explore skills more deeply (charges apply).
Hobby clubs at Meru: https://youtu.be/7fIKzGzeMZs Sports program at Meru: https://youtu.be/sAg7HhGm1Pw

Students pursuing Cambridge or IB can explore pathways to appear for national-level exams in India. Our academic team will guide you through the eligibility and planning process.

Yes. We offer programs like Meru Genius Hour and Meru Udaan to support students preparing for competitive exams. These run after school and are conducted based on sufficient registrations. They are optional and come with an additional cost.

We conduct five Parent-Teacher Meetings annually. You may also request additional meetings via the Parent App for specific concerns or feedback. The teacher may schedule Need based PTM if needed.

M-CLAP stands for Meru – Career, Life, and Academic Preparation. It’s our flagship enrichment program that helps children build essential life skills beyond academics. Through M-CLAP, students learn about:

Financial literacy
Sustainability and environmental responsibility
Entrepreneurship and innovation
Career awareness and future readiness

These sessions are integrated into the timetable and delivered in age-appropriate, engaging ways. We believe that while academics prepare children for exams, M-CLAP prepares them for life—something especially valuable for children returning from global education systems. More info on M-CLAP : Unlock Entrepreneurial Skills with M-CLAP at Meru School

At Meru, we strongly believe in nurturing well-rounded individuals. Students actively participate in a wide array of events such as:

Merutsav – our annual cultural extravaganza
Meru MUN & JMUN – platforms that help students develop leadership, diplomacy, and public speaking skills
Student-led carnivals and exhibitions – where children take charge and learn by doing
Collaborations with NGOs and community outreach programs – instilling empathy and a sense of social responsibility

These experiences help our students become confident, aware, and socially conscious individuals. For children coming from diverse educational backgrounds, such exposure often becomes a joyful bridge to connect with their peers and school community meaningfully.

Yes, absolutely! At Meru, we believe in nurturing creative problem solvers and innovators. Our students engage in:

Hands-on Robotics – where they build, code, and test models using real-world applications
Design Thinking modules – that encourage students to empathize, ideate, prototype, and create solutions for real-life problems

These sessions are part of the school curriculum and co-curricular activities, starting from the primary grades. The goal is to equip children with critical thinking, collaboration, and technical skills that will serve them well in the evolving global landscape.
For NRI families, this blend of creativity and tech gives children a sense of familiarity with global education standards while being rooted in the Indian context.

Absolutely. Our dedicated Career Counseling Cell provides:

One-on-one and group counseling
Aptitude tests and profile building
Information sessions with universities
Assistance with both Indian and global admissions

More about it at : Is your Child Future Ready? - Meru International School

Your child’s emotional safety is just as important as academics.
We have a full-time well-being counselor on campus, and students regularly attend well-being sessions on topics like stress, friendship, mindfulness, and bullying prevention.
We believe that a happy child learns better, and our entire school culture supports that philosophy.

We have a robust system to ensure safety at all times:

GPS-enabled buses with trained attenders
CCTV cameras throughout the campus
Pick-up ID cards and self-pickup stickers for security during dispersal Our team is always available to help your child feel safe and supported.

Up to Grade 2: 25–28 students with 2 teachers
Grade 3 and above: 25–30 students per class with specialized faculty

We welcome many students relocating across India as well as across the globe each year. While numbers vary by grade, you’ll find students from different countries and states in almost every classroom.

We are a day school and don’t have hostel facilities.

Very much so! We welcome students from across India and many parts of the world. Our classrooms reflect a rich blend of cultures, languages, and experiences, which creates an open-minded and inclusive environment for all.

It varies. On average:

2–3 months for younger children
4–6 months for older students adjusting to new curricula or expectations We walk closely with each child during this time, helping them adapt emotionally and academically.

Books can be ordered online and will be delivered to your Indian address. If you haven’t relocated yet, students can use the resources shared in class or online until books can be ordered.
For uniforms, we recommend a trial at school before placing the order via our online portal.

We believe in working together. As a parent, we encourage you to:

Monitor your child’s progress via the diary and parent app
Attend events like Curriculum Day and Know Your Teacher
Encourage your child to participate in school life
Your involvement makes a world of difference.

From Miles to Meru

Journeys from across India and the world. Testimonials:

Hear Abhiram, Grade 8 share his journey from Singapore to Meru.

“Transitioning from abroad was seamless, thanks to Meru's supportive staff and inclusive environment.”
— Parent of Srisuhas, Grade 12

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🌍 NRI & Relocating Families

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What curriculum does Meru follow?

2. Will the curriculum match what my child was studying abroad?

3. Can my child join mid-year?

4. How will the school help my child settle in?

5. My child doesn’t know a regional language. Will that be a problem?

6. How are assessments conducted?

7. Is technology used in the process of assessment?

8. What extracurricular activities are offered?

9. If my child is in an international curriculum, can they still appear for national exams?

10. Is there academic support for JEE/NEET or other competitive exams?

11. How many PTMs are held each year?

12. What is M-CLAP and how will it help my child?

13.What kind of exposure will my child get beyond academics?

14. Is there any focus on Robotics and Design Thinking at Meru?

15. Will my child get guidance for college selection?

16. How does Meru take care of my child’s mental well-being?

17. What measures are in place for safety and security?

18. What is the class strength?

19. How many Relocating or NRI students are there at Meru?

20. Do you provide hostel facilities?

21. Is the student population at Meru diverse?

22. How long does it take for students to settle in?

23. How do we order books and uniforms?

24. What does Meru expect from parents?

From Miles to Meru

Journeys from across India and the world. Testimonials:

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