RedBridge International Academy

What RedBridge International Academy does

RedBridge International Academy is a privately operated K-12 international school headquartered on an 18-acre eco-friendly campus off Bannerghatta Road near Electronic City, Bangalore, India. Founded circa 2010-2012 (firmographic records show 2012; the school's marketing references "15+ years" implying a 2010 origin) and operating under the legal name Redbridge International Academy (DBA: RBIA), the school is led by Director Colonel Karma Chandran Nair (Retd Indian Army), Principal Mrs. Sherene Thomas, COO Ms. Sumita Dutta, Head of Administration Mr. Alok Mittal, and Co-Founder & Deputy Director Elizabeth Mathieu, with governance support from an Advisory Board of retired senior IAS, IPS, IFS officers and academic/corporate leaders.

The school's core product is a four-track curriculum portfolio delivered on a single campus: ICSE for Grades 1-10, ISC for Grades 11-12, Cambridge IGCSE, and the IB Diploma Programme, plus a Pre-Primary track. Complementary offerings include a STEM Academy (microscope/maker-space/robotics), co-curricular modules (music, drama, classical and western dance, pottery, chess), state-of-the-art sports facilities covering football through pickleball, supervised boarding with six daily meals, and a GPS-tracked transport fleet. A 2025 partnership with Linda FC Academy integrates AIFF/UEFA-licensed professional football coaching into the academic schedule, creating residential and non-residential athlete pathways. Technology deployed is largely consumer-grade: smart classrooms, vendor-supplied enquiry/learning platforms, and live GPS tracking - no proprietary technology or AI/ML systems have been disclosed.

RedBridge earns revenue primarily through recurring annual tuition paid by parents across the four curriculum tracks plus optional boarding fees, using installment-based collections (first installment, semi-annual, or annual). Distribution is direct-to-family via campus tours, the Edumerge admissions portal, WhatsApp/email enquiry handling, and a feeder network of 46+ preschool tie-ups (Kidzee, Euro Kids, Podar Jumbo Kids, Bachpan, Little Millennium, Maple Bear Canadian, and others) concentrated in the Hulimangala-Electronic City catchment. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; transfer-certificate and refund rules are spelled out on the website, but specific fee schedules are private, and there is no third-party reseller, franchise, or distribution channel. The school is independently owned with no disclosed private equity, venture capital, or parent-company backing.

Name

RedBridge International Academy

Legal name

Redbridge International Academy

Website

https://rbia.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

RedBridge International Academy is a private K-12 international school on an 18-acre Bangalore campus near Electronic City, offering ICSE, ISC, IGCSE and IB Diploma curricula, plus boarding, STEM, sports and a Linda FC football partnership to families seeking premium holistic international education.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 International Education Services

NAICS

Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

Keywords

• K-12 international school
• ICSE IGCSE curriculum
• IB diploma programme
• Boarding school education
• STEM academy schooling

Headquarters

HQ city

Bangalore

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: Academic year tuition for K-12 education across ICSE, ISC, IGCSE, and IBDP curricula with tiered fee structure
2. Boarding Fees: Optional residential/boarding facility with six daily meals, supervised accommodation, and integrated training programs
3. Football Academy Program: Concessional student program combining structured academics with professional football training via Linda FC Academy partnership

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

RedBridge International Academy is a private K-12 international day-cum-boarding school in Bangalore delivering ICSE, ISC, IGCSE, and IB Diploma curricula alongside Pre-Primary, STEM, co-curricular activities, sports, and supervised boarding on an 18-acre campus. The school charges recurring tuition and boarding fees and supplements its academic offering with a structured football training programme through its Linda FC Academy partnership.

Product overview

RedBridge International Academy is a progressive K-12 international school offering four world-class curricula under one roof: ICSE (Grades 1-10), ISC (Grades 11-12), IGCSE, and IB Diploma Programme. The school operates on an 18-acre eco-friendly campus near Electronic City, Bangalore, with a Pre-Primary programme for early learners. Beyond academics, the academy provides STEM Academy, comprehensive co-curricular activities (music, drama, dance, robotics), sports facilities, boarding options, and transport services. A notable partnership with Linda FC Academy offers professional football training integrated with academics, providing students with pathways in both education and sports excellence.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Linda FC Academy × Bengaluru: Football training partnership program offering structured, residential/non-residential academics-cum-training program with professional football coaching integrated within school schedule

Products and services

• ICSE Curriculum Programme A nurturing learning environment for Grades 1 to 10 following the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education curriculum, promoting academic excellence, physical well-being and emotional growth.
• ISC Curriculum Programme A rigorous Grades 11 and 12 programme building deep subject mastery, analytical thinking and confident readiness for top universities in India and abroad.
• IGCSE Curriculum Programme An internationally recognized Cambridge curriculum providing a safe, effective environment that enables every individual to reach their fullest potential through academic challenges.
• IB Diploma Programme Deep disciplinary knowledge, a problem-solving mindset and leadership skills that prepare global citizens for tomorrow, following the International Baccalaureate framework.
• Pre-Primary Curriculum Early childhood education programme where students build concrete experiences from the start and construct meaning through critical thinking.
• STEM Academy Hands-on science and STEM labs that turn curiosity into discovery, from microscopes to maker-space, fostering innovation and scientific thinking.
• Co-Curricular Activities Comprehensive programme including music, drama, classical and western dance, pottery, robotics and physical education as an integral part of the school schedule.
• Sports Facilities State-of-the-art facilities and training in football, basketball, volleyball, handball, table tennis, tennis, badminton, pickleball, skating, chess and billiards, plus athletics and cricket.
• Boarding Facilities Safe and supervised hostel facility with shared accommodation for students, nutritious cafeteria meals, and a dedicated Pastoral Policy supporting academic excellence, environmental sensitivity and emotional well-being.
• Transport Facilities Hygienically maintained buses with live GPS tracking and dedicated supervision, ensuring safe student transportation.
• Football Training Programme (Linda FC Academy) A structured, residential/non-residential academics-cum-training program with professional football coaching, priority admission advantage, and integrated learning model combining daily football training with regular academic curriculum.

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Little EllyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreschool partnership for smooth transition from preschool to primary school. Mutual referral relationship supporting families in Electronic City and Hulimangala areas.
• The Learning CurveminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreschool partnership enabling reliable educational resources and supportive network for children's learning journey from preschool to formal schooling.
• KidzeeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLarge preschool chain partnership providing transition support for families moving from Kidzee to Redbridge's K-12 programs.
• Juzz KidzminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreschool partnership with focus on creative learning and smooth transition to primary education.
• CrossmazeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEarly childhood education partner supporting holistic development aligned with Redbridge's child-centric values.
• I Play I LearnminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPlay-based learning preschool partnership supporting experiential education transition.
• FootPrintsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreschool partnership providing early childhood education aligned with Redbridge's holistic development approach.
• Maple Bear CanadianminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCanadian curriculum preschool network partnership for families seeking international early education.
• Little MillenniumminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEstablished preschool chain partnership supporting transition to primary education.
• Podar Jumbo KidsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLarge preschool network partnership enabling smooth educational transition for families.
• Bachpan Play SchoolminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPreschool network partnership supporting early education transition to K-12.
• Euro KidsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInternational preschool chain partnership supporting cross-institution educational continuity.
• Books @ CampusminorOthersAcademic books and learning materials vendor providing convenient on-campus access to educational resources.
• UniprominorOthersSchool uniforms and professional apparel supplier providing quality branded uniforms for students.
• Coach DirectminorOthersProfessional sports coaching vendor providing structured training in football, fitness, discipline and teamwork.
• Aquila Security ServicesminorOthersSecurity solutions provider ensuring safe and secure school environment with professional security services.
• Linda FC AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAIFF and UEFA licensed professional football coaching integrated with academic curriculum. Residential/non-residential program combining education with professional sports training. Direct admission support through football pathway, access to FIFA-grade turf, gym, recovery zones, and tournament exposure.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Stonehill International School: IB-only premium day-cum-boarding school in Bangalore offering IBDP and IGCSE on a large campus. Directly comparable curriculum mix, day-boarding model and Bangalore premium positioning versus RBIA.
• Oakridge International School (Bangalore): Multi-city international K-12 operating a Bangalore campus with IB and Cambridge curricula. Direct competitor for tech-corridor Bangalore premium K-12 families.
• The International School Bangalore (TISB): Long-established IB and IGCSE school on a large Bangalore campus. Closest legacy-brand competitor for premium Bangalore families selecting international curricula.
• Harvest International School: Bangalore-based IB candidate and DP school with day and boarding options. Comparable day-cum-boarding structure and IB curriculum positioning.
• Greenwood High International School: Bangalore international day-cum-boarding school offering ICSE, IGCSE and IBDP. Most closely mirrors RBIA's four-curriculum mix and residential proposition.
• Indus International School, Bangalore: Premium Bangalore residential IB school with a 40-acre campus. Comparable in residential IB offering and Bangalore premium positioning.
• Pathways School Noida: Premium day-boarding school offering IB and Cambridge curricula across NCR. Comparable integrated boarding-plus-international-curriculum model though serving a different metro.
• Jain International Residential School (JIRS): Large Bangalore residential IB school. Comparable residential IB offering and premium boarding positioning versus RBIA's boarding streams.
• Canadian International School, Bangalore: Bangalore IB continuum school (PYP/MYP/DP). Competitor for IB-focused families in the same Bangalore premium market.
• Good Shepherd International School: Residential IB school in Ooty with multi-curriculum pathways. Comparable residential IB/IGCSE positioning at scale for boarding-focused families.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/rbia.in
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/redbridgeinternationalacademy

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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