Top ICSE Boarding Schools in Kerala 2027-28: Fees, Admissions, Rankings & Reviews

We've curated a list of best ICSE Boarding Schools in Kerala for 2027-28, sorted by our default Rankings, a trusted system on a holistic evaluation of a school's academic excellence, infrastructure, extracurriculars, teacher quality, and real parent reviews (learn more).

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ICSE Boarding Schools in Kerala

- 7 Schools
Updated at : 22 Jul 2026, 11:07 am
Mar Athanasius International School, Ernakulam, Kerala Boarding School Building
Admissions Open
Coed
3.32K
Mar Athanasius International School, Ernakulam, Kerala Boarding School Logo

Mar Athanasius International School Ernakulam, Kerala

Annual Fees

₹ 4.04 L

Board:

CISCE

Classes:

6 - 12 Class

Established In:

2008

5.0
1 Review
Founded in 2008 by the Mar Athanasius College Association (est. 1953), MAIS is a co-educational international school set on a serene 10-acre campus within the 75-acre Mar Athanasius Mount, Kothamangalam. It offers pollution-free, interactive learning away from city noise. Located 35 km from Cochin Airport and Aluva railhead, it’s easily accessible by road, rail, and air.
Alphonsa Residential School, Kottayam, Kerala Boarding School Building
Admissions Open
Coed
4.33K
Alphonsa Residential School, Kottayam, Kerala Boarding School Logo

Alphonsa Residential School Kottayam, Kerala

Annual Fees

₹ 1.42 L

Board:

CISCE

Classes:

Nursery - 12 Class

Established In:

1972

5.0
1 Review
Alphonsa Residential School (ARS), Kottayam, educates over 2,500 students up to the ISC level (Class XII) under CISCE. Known for excellent academics and a spiritual-global vision, ARS fosters world unity and peace. It offers English-medium, co-ed education with a three-language formula up to Class VIII, and has a dedicated innovation department, preparing students as responsible global citizens.
Trivandrum International School, Trivandrum, Kerala Boarding School Building
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Coed
4.25K
Trivandrum International School, Trivandrum, Kerala Boarding School Logo

Trivandrum International School Trivandrum, Kerala

Annual Fees

₹ 5.75 L

Board:

CISCE, IB Board +1

Classes:

4 - 12 Class

Established In:

2003

4.0
1 Review
Trivandrum International School, established in 2003, offers world-class education with IB, Cambridge (IGCSE, A Levels), and ICSE curricula. Known for its holistic approach, TRINS fosters leadership, creativity, and social responsibility. The school features a vibrant hostel, top sports facilities, and strong university placements globally, making it a premier international school in India.
St. Thomas Residential School, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Boarding School Building
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Coed
3.88K
St. Thomas Residential School, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Boarding School Logo

St. Thomas Residential School Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Annual Fees

₹ 1.56 L

Board:

ICSE

Classes:

6 - 12 Class

Established In:

1966

4.0
1 Review
Established on June 6, 1966, with 6 students, St. Thomas Residential School (STRS) is now Kerala's No.1 Co-Educational Boarding School for two consecutive years. Located on a 30-acre campus, it offers ICSE (Class X) & ISC (Class XII) curricula. With hostels for 350 students, STRS provides holistic education, excelling in academics, culture, and sports.
Mar Thoma Residential School, Thiruvalla, Kerala Boarding School Building
Admissions Open
Coed
4K
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Mar Thoma Residential School Thiruvalla, Kerala

Annual Fees

₹ 2.28 L

Board:

ICSE

Classes:

6 - 12 Class

Established In:

1974

5.0
1 Review
Mar Thoma Residential School, Tiruvalla, established in 1974 by the Mar Thoma Educational Agency, Kerala, began with 3 teachers and 18 students. Today, it boasts 83 experienced teachers and over 1,600 pupils. Known for its strong academic record with 97% student enrollment success, the school is guided by visionary leadership and a commitment to holistic education.
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SDA Residential English High School, Idukki, Kerala Boarding School Building
Admissions Open
Coed
2.28K
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SDA Residential English High School Idukki, Kerala

Annual Fees

₹ 1 L

Board:

ICSE

Classes:

1 - 10 Class

Established In:

NA

4.0
1 Review
SDA Residential English High School, Nedumkandam, Idukki, serves 400 students with 20 teachers. An ICSE boarding school, SDA Residential English High School is the first English-medium school in Idukki’s High Range. Facilities include a library, labs, hostels, sports, and cultural activities.
Kuriakose Elias English Medium School, Kottayam, Kerala Boarding School Building
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531
Kuriakose Elias English Medium School, Kottayam, Kerala Boarding School Logo

Kuriakose Elias English Medium School Kottayam, Kerala

Annual Fees

₹ 2.10 L - 2.60 L

Board:

ICSE

Classes:

5 - 12 Class

Established In:

1991

5.0
1 Review
Kuriakose Elias Group of English Medium Schools, established in 1991 in Mannanam, Kottayam, is managed by CMI St. Joseph’s Province. Affiliated with ICSE since 2002, the school offers ISC Higher Secondary courses in Science, Commerce, and Computer Science. The school blends tradition and modern education with dual affiliations.

Top ICSE Boarding Schools in Kerala with Fees Structure

School NameBoardApprox. Annual FeesCoed StatusYear of Establishment
Mar Athanasius International School, Ernakulam, KeralaCISCE₹ 4.04 LCoed2008
Alphonsa Residential School, Kottayam, KeralaCISCE₹ 1.42 LCoed1972
Trivandrum International School, Trivandrum, KeralaCISCE, IB Board, IGCSE₹ 5.75 LCoed2003
St. Thomas Residential School, Thiruvananthapuram, KeralaICSE₹ 1.56 LCoed1966
Mar Thoma Residential School, Thiruvalla, KeralaICSE₹ 2.28 LCoed1974
SDA Residential English High School, Idukki, KeralaICSE₹ 1 LCoedNA
Kuriakose Elias English Medium School, Kottayam, KeralaICSE₹ 2.10 L - 2.60 LCoed1991

ICSE Boarding Schools in Kerala (FAQs)

The fees for ICSE Boarding Schools in Kerala usually ranges from Rs.1,00,000 to Rs.6,31,500 per annum. The fee structure differs from school to school depending on several factors such as facilities available, class level, curriculum options and so on.

Based on our recent data compilation, there are over 7 ICSE Boarding Schools in Kerala. Out of these, there are 0 day boarding schools, 0 weekly boarding schools, 5 full boarding schools and 2 day-cum-boarding schools. 

Boarding schools in ICSE Boarding Schools in Kerala cater to diverse needs and preferences and can be of various types, including:

  • Full Boarding
  • Day Cum Boarding
  • Coed
  • Private
 

The right age for sending a child to boarding school is 8 to 13 years. This age is ideal because children in this age group are neither too young nor too old and are thus able to adjust well to the boarding school life.

Reviews of ICSE Boarding Schools in Kerala

AK

Arun Kaimal

Mar Athanasius International School
5 out of 5
1 year ago

Being part of a reputed college association, the school maintains high standards. We have seen a lot of progress in our child.

GN

Gopal Nambudiri

Alphonsa Residential School
5 out of 5
1 year ago

With so many years of experience, the school knows how to bring out the best in students. We feel our child is in good hands.

DT

Divya Tharakan

Trivandrum International School
4 out of 5
1 year ago

Beautiful campus

KA

K.S. Achuthanandan

St. Thomas Residential School
4 out of 5
1 year ago

A nurturing space that focuses on both studies and personal growth

NM

Narayana Menon

Mar Thoma Residential School
5 out of 5
1 year ago

Good academic results and supportive teachers.

S

Saravanan

SDA Residential English High School
4 out of 5
1 year ago

Focus on values. Really good school.

SV

S. Vishwanathan

Kuriakose Elias English Medium School
5 out of 5
1 year ago

A welcoming environment with clear communication from teachers. We get regular updates from the teachers.

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