Mahatma Gandhi International School

What Mahatma Gandhi International School does

Mahatma Gandhi International School (MGIS) is a private K-12 international school headquartered in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, established in 2007 as a Public Private Partnership between educationalists Dr. Pascal Chazot and Dr. Anju Kauwr Chazot and the Ahmedabad Municipal Authorities. The school serves local and international families seeking progressive, internationally-recognized education, anchored in its proprietary "Generated Resource Pedagogy" that emphasizes experiential learning, democratic schooling, and project-based approaches. MGIS delivers a multi-curriculum portfolio including Cambridge Assessment International Education (IGCSE), International Baccalaureate programs (IBDP, IBCP, MYP), BTEC vocational qualifications via its Tara Center for Technical Education (TCTE), and a bilingual English-French program through Mission Laique Francaise.

The school operates a single campus in the Navrangpura area of Ahmedabad and supports an international student body drawing from 15+ countries including Korea, France, Netherlands, Malaysia, USA, UK, Japan, Australia, Fiji, and Canada. MGIS maintains a network of exchange-program partnerships with schools across France, Spain, Australia, USA, UK, and Africa, and has been formally recognized through a TF1 documentary (2017), a TED Talk by founder Dr. Anju Musafir, and a ranking among the top 20 schools in India. The school generates revenue primarily through recurring tuition fees (not publicly disclosed), with adjacent revenue from B2B teacher-training services delivered to CBSE schools, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (in collaboration with Tata Trust), and other educational institutions — a pilot initiative intended to scale nationally to 21,500 CBSE schools. Marketing is conducted via a bilingual English/French website, social media, brochures, exchange-program hosting, and thought-leadership teacher training rather than paid acquisition channels.

Name

Mahatma Gandhi International School

Legal name

Mahatma Gandhi International School

Website

https://mgis.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Short description

MGIS is a K-12 international school in Ahmedabad, India, offering Cambridge, IB, BTEC, and bilingual French curricula under a Public Private Partnership. It serves local and international families through a single campus and adjacent teacher-training services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 International Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

Teacher Professional Development & In-Service Training Institutes (EDAHAFAM)

Keywords

• K-12 international education
• International Baccalaureate programs
• Cambridge IGCSE curriculum
• BTEC vocational training
• Bilingual French schooling

Headquarters

HQ city

Ahmedabad

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Tuition and School Fees: MGIS generates revenue through tuition fees charged to students for its K-12 educational programs including Cambridge Assessment International Education, International Baccalaureate (IBDP/IBCP), BTEC Skill Building Program, and Mission Laique Francaise bilingual programs.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Mahatma Gandhi International School is a K-12 international school delivering curriculum programs including Cambridge Assessment International Education (IGCSE), International Baccalaureate (IBDP, IBCP, MYP), BTEC vocational qualifications, and Mission Laique Francaise bilingual French education. Teaching is anchored in the school's proprietary Generated Resource Pedagogy, which emphasizes experiential learning, democratic schooling, and project-based approaches, with tuition fees charged directly to families for enrollment.

Product overview

Mahatma Gandhi International School (MGIS) is an educational institution offering a multi-program portfolio under a unified progressive education philosophy. The school provides Cambridge Assessment International Education, International Baccalaureate (IB) programs including Diploma and Career-related Programs, BTEC vocational qualifications through TCTE, and Mission Laique Francaise bilingual French education. These programs are anchored in MGIS's distinctive Generated Resource Pedagogy, which emphasizes experiential learning, democratic schooling, and project-based approaches. The portfolio ranges from primary to secondary education, serving students from diverse international backgrounds.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• IBDP (International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme): Two-year pre-university education program for students aged 16-19
• IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme)
• MYP (Middle Years Programme)
• Tara Center For Technical Education (TCTE)

Products and services

• Cambridge Assessment International Education Program Cambridge IGCSE international curriculum offered at MGIS for students aged 5-19, providing globally recognized qualifications focused on critical thinking and holistic development. Delivered as part of MGIS's K-12 international education portfolio under the Cambridge Assessment International Education accreditation.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Program Comprehensive IB programs at MGIS including the IB Diploma Program (DP) for ages 16-19, IB Career-related Program (CP) through TCTE, and Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11-16. Emphasizes academic rigor, international-mindedness, and personal development.
• BTEC Skill Building Program Career-oriented vocational qualification program delivered through the Tara Center For Technical Education (TCTE) under MGIS. Students in Levels 3, 4, and 5 complete practical, industry-relevant training with Pearson BTEC qualifications.
• Mission Laique Francaise Bilingual Program Bilingual French education program at MGIS offered in partnership with Mission Laique Francaise, providing French language instruction and cultural exchange opportunities alongside the standard curriculum.
• International Student and Teacher Exchange Programs Exchange programs with partner schools in France, Spain, Australia, USA, UK, and Africa, including the Indo-French Cultural Exchange Program with Lycée International School Saint-Germain-en-Laye. Includes both student and teacher exchanges, with documented partnerships since at least 2019.
• Teacher Training on Experiential Learning Professional development program in which MGIS founders train teachers from CBSE schools, AMC schools, and other educational institutions on MGIS's experiential learning and Generated Resource Pedagogy. Includes documented training of 47 AMC teachers with Tata Trust and conferences reaching nearly 700 CBSE teachers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Top 20 school ranking in India
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Feature1 record

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ahmedabad Municipal AuthoritiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPublic Private Partnership for establishing a landmark school in quality education. Ahmedabad Municipal Authorities partnered with founders Dr. Pascal Chazot and Dr. Anju Kauwr Chazot to create MGIS as a torchbearer of inclusive and progressive education for Gujarat.
• Tata TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration to train 47 Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) teachers in quality education methodologies. MGIS serves as a training partner for teacher development programs supported by Tata Trust.
• UNICEFminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUNICEF officials visited MGIS on 11 January 2018 to learn about MGIS philosophy and classroom environment. Officials appreciated the quality of student work and student confidence. Future partnership mentioned.
• French ConsulatecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFrench Consulate delegation visited MGIS on 22nd October. Jean-Marc Séré-Charlet, alumnus of Ecole nationale d'administration (ENA), visited with 20+ years diplomatic experience. Strengthens Indo-French cultural ties.
• United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMGIS has a partnership report with the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer of Gujarat under UNDP. Work included presentations submitted to the Election Commission of India.
• Lycée International School Saint-Germain-en-LayecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExchange program partner in France. Students from MGIS and Lycée International School participated in two-week Indo-French Cultural Exchange program. Shri Kirit Parmar, Mayor of Ahmedabad was chief guest at conclusion ceremony.
• CBSE (Central Board of Secondary Education)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMGIS founders were invited by CBSE to train teachers on experiential learning. Pilot project to be rolled out to all CBSE schools impacting 21,500 schools, 1.1 million teachers, and 20 million students.
• International BaccalaureatecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAuthorized IB World School offering IBDP and IBCP programs. IB logo displayed prominently on website indicating official authorization and accreditation.
• Cambridge Assessment International EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCambridge IGCSE program offered at MGIS. Cambridge logo displayed indicating official authorization and accreditation as a Cambridge International school.
• BTEC PearsoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBTEC Skill Building Program offered through Tara Center For Technical Education (TCTE) under MGIS. Students in Levels 3, 4, 5 complete vocational training with Pearson BTEC qualifications.
• Mission Laique FrancaisecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBilingual French program partnership with Mission Laique Francaise. Logo displayed indicating official partnership for French bilingual education delivery.
• Jivdaya Charitable TrustminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMGIS students recognized by Jivdaya Charitable Trust for volunteering in animal care. Trust honors young volunteers who demonstrate exceptional commitment to community service.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Cathedral and John Connon School, Mumbai: Historic Indian private K-12 school ranked among India's top schools with international curricula (IGCSE/IB). Comparable to MGIS on premium positioning, ranking pedigree, and selective admissions model.
• The International School Bangalore (TISB): Leading IB international school in Bangalore with strong university placement track record. Comparable to MGIS on IB offering, premium urban positioning, and university-admissions-driven family value proposition.
• Stonehill International School, Bangalore: IB World School in India offering PYP/MYP/DP with international student body. Comparable to MGIS on full IB continuum, international curricula, and premium urban Indian school positioning.
• The Doon School, Dehradun: One of India's most prestigious residential boys' schools, long-established with strong alumni network. Comparable to MGIS as a top-ranked Indian school with international recognition, alumni-led brand moat, and selective admissions.
• Dhirubhai Ambani International School, Mumbai: Flagship Indian international school authorized for IB and Cambridge programs, ranked among India's top schools, with notable alumni placements abroad. Closely comparable to MGIS's premium positioning, IB authorization, and reputation-driven admissions model.
• Pathways World School (Noida/Gurgaon): Premium Indian K-12 international school offering IB and IGCSE to affluent families across NCR. Comparable to MGIS on curriculum stack (IB/Cambridge) and target market of urban families seeking internationally-recognized schooling.
• Woodstock School, Mussoorie: One of India's oldest international residential K-12 schools offering IB and Cambridge programs with a diverse international student body. Directly comparable to MGIS as a long-standing Indian international school with global curricula and exchange programming.
• Oberoi International School, Mumbai: Premium Indian IB/Cambridge international school with multiple campuses and documented international alumni placements. Comparable to MGIS as a competitor for premium Indian families seeking IB education with global outcomes.
• Mahindra United World College, Pune: Indian campus of the UWC movement offering IB Diploma with international residential student body and strong global university placement record. Directly comparable to MGIS's IB program, international student mix, and university placement outcomes.
• Ecole Mondiale World School, Mumbai: Top-tier Mumbai IB World School with international student body and exchange programs. Directly comparable to MGIS on IB authorization, exchange programming, and global curriculum positioning for affluent Indian families.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/MGISgrade8
• Facebookfacebook.com/mahatmagandhiinternationalschoolindia
• Instagraminstagram.com/lifeatmgis
• Xx.com/mgistv
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mahatma-gandhi-international-school

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

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