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Roots Country School(RCS), Shimla

location_onTrimount View, Baghi, Teh, Kotkhai, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh - 171225
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ClassSessionApplication DateStatusApplication FeeAction
Nursery (LKG)
2027-2028
Application Date
Not Disclosed
Beginning Soon₹0
LKG
2027-2028
Application Date
Not Disclosed
Beginning Soon₹0
UKG
2027-2028
Application Date
Not Disclosed
Beginning Soon₹0
Class 1
2027-2028
Last Date
Dec 31, 2026
Ongoing₹2,000
Class 2
2027-2028
Last Date
Dec 31, 2026
Ongoing₹2,000
Class 3
2027-2028
Last Date
Dec 31, 2026
Ongoing₹2,000
Class 4
2027-2028
Last Date
Dec 31, 2026
Ongoing₹2,000
Class 5
2027-2028
Last Date
Dec 31, 2026
Ongoing₹2,000
Class 6
2027-2028
Last Date
Dec 31, 2026
Ongoing₹2,000
Class 7
2027-2028
Last Date
Dec 31, 2026
Ongoing₹2,000
Class 8
2027-2028
Last Date
Dec 31, 2026
Ongoing₹2,000
Class 9
2027-2028
Last Date
Dec 31, 2026
Ongoing₹2,000
Class 10
2027-2028
Application Date
Not Disclosed
Beginning Soon₹0
Class 11
2027-2028
Last Date
Dec 31, 2026
Ongoing₹2,000
Class 12
2027-2028
Application Date
Not Disclosed
Beginning Soon₹0

Roots Country School, Shimla, Boarding Schools

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A CBSE full-boarding co-ed senior secondary school in the Baghi valley of the Shimla hills, established 2003 and described as the district's largest boarding school. It pairs the LEAD theme-based curriculum (Nursery–8) and Oxford Advantage with experiential, smart-classroom learning, a rooftop-solar campus, an in-house movie theatre, and a heated national-dimension pool.
Key Highlights
A strong fit for families wanting an affordable hill-station boarding school with all-resident faculty and strong value-education and sports programs.
Sporting activities includes Swimming, Karate, JUDO, Cricket, Badminton, Table Tennis, Basketball, Volleyball, Boxing, Kho-Kho, Chess, etc
All teachers reside within the school campus

Fees Structure

Roots Country School Fee Structure for 2027-2028

Academic Session

Nursery (LKG)

Estimated annual fee

₹1,88,200

Annual and activity charges

Total cost for first year

₹1,88,200

Total cost including one-time fees

  • Composite Fees with Hostel Charges

    Frequency: Annually

    Amount:

    ₹1,88,200

Fees for the session 2027-2028 are not available. The fees mentioned below are for the session 2026-2027 for this class.
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Quick Facts

School

Board

CBSE

Gender

Coed

Classes

Nursery - 12 Class

Academic Session

April to March

Medium

English

Student Teacher Ratio

15:1

Day/Boarding

Full Boarding

Campus Size

5218 Sq. Mtr.

Languages Taught

AEnglish
अHindi

Academic Resources

Syllabus

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Entrance Exam Paper

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Admission Process

  • Students taking direct admission in Class X of Xll must produce an affidavit (notarized) declaring the reason for changing schools.’
  • Admission is open to all boys and girls irrespective of caste, creed, or social status who are mentally and physically fit having attained the age of 4 years.
  • Application forms for registration/admission to all classes are available at the school office.
  • Students other than the CBSE board must get a migration certificate.
  • For Class Nr. Students’ birth Certificates must be issued by the panchayat secretary or competent authority.
  • Students migrating from other schools must submit a transfer certificate/school leaving certificate and progress report from the previous school. In case of fresh admission, a birth certificate from a local competent authority is valid.
  • Registration does not guarantee admission.
  • The principal reserves the right of granting or refusing admission to anyone who seeks admission to the school.
  • It is mandatory for every student to achieve 75% attendance, failing which the student will not be allowed to appear in the examination.
  • Parents can send inquiries through our website too.
  • Entrance test charges Rs. 2000/- including prospectus.
  • The entrance test can be conducted online as well.
  • IMPORTANT – Visitors are informed that Smoking, Drinking, and carrying of fire arms is strictly prohibited on School premises. 

Facilities

Advanced Facilities
Transportation LogoTransportation
Alumni Association LogoAlumni Association
Meals LogoMeals
Day care LogoDay care
Boarding
Girls Hostel LogoGirls Hostel
Boys Hostel LogoBoys Hostel
Class
Wifi LogoWifi
Smart Classes LogoSmart Classes
AC Classes LogoNo AC Classes
Disabled Friendly
Washrooms LogoWashrooms
Ramps LogoNo Ramps
Elevators LogoNo Elevators
Extra Curricular
Drama LogoDrama
Debate LogoDebate
Picnics and excursion LogoPicnics and excursion
Music LogoMusic
Dance LogoDance
Art and Craft LogoArt and Craft
Gardening LogoNo Gardening
Infrastructure
Auditorium/Media Room LogoAuditorium/Media Room
Cafeteria/Canteen LogoCafeteria/Canteen
Library/Reading Room LogoLibrary/Reading Room
Playground LogoPlayground
Lab
Computer Lab LogoComputer Lab
Science Lab LogoScience Lab
Robotics Lab LogoNo Robotics Lab
Language Lab LogoNo Language Lab
Safety and Security
CCTV LogoCCTV
Medical Room LogoMedical Room
GPS Bus Tracking App LogoNo GPS Bus Tracking App
Student Tracking App LogoNo Student Tracking App
Sports and Fitness
Swimming Pool LogoSwimming Pool
Indoor Sports LogoIndoor Sports
Outdoor Sports LogoOutdoor Sports
Karate LogoKarate
Taekwondo LogoTaekwondo
Gym LogoGym
Skating LogoNo Skating
Horse Riding LogoNo Horse Riding
Yoga LogoNo Yoga

Hostel Details

Boys Hostel

Student Accommodation

Occupancy
400

Room Types Available

Single sharing
Double sharing
Triple sharing
AC Room
Room in Dormitory

Girls Hostel

Student Accommodation

Occupancy
400

Room Types Available

Single sharing
Double sharing
Triple sharing
AC Room
Room in Dormitory

Leaders Message

Sunil Rotha

Sunil Rotha

Director

Roots Country School is a high-achieving, happy, vibrant, and forward-thinking school in which children excel themselves, both academically and socially.
Our eager children have a real thirst for learning and our excellent staff team is committed and dedicated to ensuring that each and every child achieves. We have high standards and expect the best. Welcome to Roots Country school. In the following pages, I trust that you will acquire a strong sense of our school’s unique mission. Through words and images, you will take a glimpse of our community, in action, our friendly welcoming campus, and our outstanding facilities. You will discover that our purpose is mated in our cultural, moralistic identity and that we offer a challenging academic program in a nurturing environment. These pages provide an overview of the many exciting opportunities that “ROOTS’ offers in academics, arts, sports, and other co-curricular and extracurricular activities.
Kriti Rotha

Kriti Rotha

Principal

Education is a shared commitment between dedicated teachers, motivated students and enthusiastic parents with high expected actions.
Being the biggest boarding school in district Shimla, we are lucky to have a conducive atmosphere where the students of the school are groomed from an early age to foster respect for diversity that prepares our students for participation in a complex and changing world. At Roots Country School, we strive to give every student the opportunity to express himself through a carefully planned curriculum. Each child is a project; he has his own unique qualities and as educators, it is our responsibility to nurture and develop every learner in his formative years. Our dedicated and highly motivated team of teachers works tirelessly to ensure the very best opportunities for every child. The curriculum is regularly reviewed to ensure that it remains appropriate to the needs of the learners. State of art infrastructure and modern facilities ensure an effective teaching learning process.

Source : School's Website

Travel Info

Shimla Old Railway Station

Lalpani, Shimla

Distance
map35 kms

Awards & Recognition

  • Holds position in The Limca Book Of World Records for  130+ Karate Black Belts in One Day.
  • Owns record for producing 100 Black Belts in karate for consecutive 3 years.
  • Recognized as “Best NCC Contingent” in CATC Camp held at Theog in 2023 organized by 7 HP (I) COY NCC Shimla.
  • NCC Contingent working under 7 HP (I) COY NCC SHIMLA.

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Withdrawal Policy

  • If a child is withdrawn during the school session, a prior one month notice in writing for the withdrawal must be given, failing which fee for the ongoing quarter will be charged.
  • Those who plan to leave after the academic session should inform the school in writing before 30th December, failing which the Security money will lapse.
  • Transfer certificate will only be issued and security deposit released on the clearance of all school dues. Transfer certificate will be issued within five days and security refund within a month of the request.
  • Duplicate SLC / Report Card / Certificate etc. will be issued on payment of Rs.300/.
  • Parents should apply for SLC before 14 March. Failing which Tuition fee and Boarding charges for that quarter or session must be paid.

Infra & Facilities

The school provides a boarding facility for 800 students. The dormitories are well furnished with modern sanitary fittings and 24 hours running hot and cold water facility. The warden, matron along with teaching staff reside in the hostel building to keep an overall eye. The students are provided a well-balanced diet four times a day. The warden and teachers take their meals with the students in the mess. The hostel also provides a common room where the boarders can enjoy in their leisure time.

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Mridul SharmaverifiedVerified User
5.0
Parent · Reviewed 21 Apr 2025

The school offers karate coaching; my child has learned the sport well. He recently earned a black belt. The coaches are great and teach karate skills in a good way.

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Vaibhavi BhattiaverifiedVerified User
5.0
Parent · Reviewed 21 Apr 2025

The administration is approachable and gives priority to students' well-being. The school provides a good balance of academic & extracurricular activities. Teachers and staff are so helpful.

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Address And Contact

rcssunil@gmail.com
https://baghi.rootscountryschool.com/

Trimount View, Baghi, Teh, Kotkhai, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

About Us

Roots Country School is a co-educational day-cum boarding senior secondary school, founded in the year 2003 under the Society for Education and Environment Development, it is surrounded by lush apples, cherry orchards, and beautiful dense cedar forests crowning Baghi Valley in Shimla Hills. 

Affiliated with CBSE curriculum & Collaborated with LEAD for classes Nursery to 8th Session 2023. LEAD curriculum is an integrated theme-based curriculum that follows a multi-modal approach to ensure the holistic development of children. It is benchmarked with NEL Singapore and is in line with the NCERT curriculum as prescribed by NEP 2020. 

The school campus covers an area of 5218 square meters that provides boarding facilities to 800 students and 20+ years of magnificent history, it is home to 2000+ students with 50+ classrooms, and 40+ teachers at the school. Begins one of the best boarding cum day schools in Shimla Hills It focuses on all facets of the development of these tender minds.

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FAQs

The average student-teacher ratio at Roots Country School (RCS), Shimla is 15:1.

The total cost of admission in Roots Country School (RCS), Shimla usually starts at Rs. 1,88,196 and can go up to Rs. 3,61,704. This includes: Composite Fees with Hostel Charges .

Yes, Roots Country School (RCS), Shimla offers the following extracurricular activities:
  • Medical Room
  • Drama
  • Debate
  • Picnics and excursion
  • Music
  • Dance
  • Art and Craft

Roots Country School (RCS), Shimla is a Full Boarding school.

Currently, we do not have any conclusive information on the scholarships available in Roots Country School (RCS), Shimla. Parents can direct contact the school for information on scholarships or fee reductions of any sort.
 

 Roots Country School (RCS), Shimla is affiliated with CBSE board(s).

The academic session at Roots Country School (RCS), Shimla begins in April and continues through March of the following year.
 

Roots Country School (RCS), Shimla was established in the year 2003.

Yes,  Roots Country School (RCS), Shimla offers transport facilities to pick and drop students before and after school.

Yes, you can apply for admission to Roots Country School (RCS), Shimla through Ezyschooling. The process works exactly like applying directly to the school. Add the school to your cart, purchase the form, complete it, and submit it through the Ezyschooling portal. A practical advantage of applying through Ezyschooling is that you can apply to multiple schools with one form, compare options, and track every application from a single dashboard.

Last Updated At : 24-Feb-2026, 10:58 AM

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