School Reviews
School Reviews

School reviews

At Sancta Maria International School, students enhance their academic knowledge through forward-thinking learning experience designed to develop essential life skills.
 
Discover more about Sancta Maria International School through reviews from our community - students, teachers and parents who share their experiences.

Amit and Priyanka Ghosh

Sancta Maria nurtures growth and excellence

Our daughter thrives at Sancta Maria, excelling in academics, STEM and character development in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Amit and Priyanka Ghosh

Parent

Divya and Binoy

A school that feels like family

Sancta Maria excels in academics, safety and care. Small classes, strong bonds and holistic growth make it the best choice for us!

Divya and Binoy

Parent

Sneha Tripuraneni

Sancta Maria - a foundation for success

Sancta Maria fosters confidence, character and growth beyond textbooks, creating a nurturing space for lifelong learning.

Sneha Tripuraneni

Parent

Vishal

Nurturing lifelong learners

Sancta Maria fosters independence, creativity and deep learning, shaping well-rounded, confident learners.

Vishal

Parent

Krisha Class of 2022

A home away from home

At Sancta Maria, school feels like home and teachers like family, a place where you are truly valued and welcomed.

Krisha Class of 2022

Student

Devraj Class of 2019

Friendships that last a lifetime

The friendships I made at Sancta Maria are more than just memories - they provide a lifelong sense of belonging, support and identity.

Devraj Class of 2019

Student

Ruthwik Class of 2021

Confidence built for life

I walked in as a student and walked out with confidence, lifelong lessons and experiences that shaped me for life.

Ruthwik Class of 2021

Student

Nainika Class of 2019

Lessons, friendships and memories

I joined in 6th grade, and from the very start, school was more than just classes - it was the lessons, the friendships and the moments that made it truly unforgettable.

Nainika Class of 2019

Student

Srikanth Sangam

Small classes boost confidence and joy in learning

My daughter absolutely loves going to Sancta Maria! The school’s warm and inclusive atmosphere has made learning a joy for them. The engaging curriculum keeps them curious and excited to explore new topics every day. The small class sizes made her receive individual attention, which has boosted her confidence and enthusiasm for learning. My daughter often comes home excited to share stories about her day. We couldn’t be happier with our decision to send them to Sancta Maria!

Srikanth Sangam

Parent

Tina Chakraborty

Six Years of Enrichment at SMIS

My daughter has been studying here for the past six years and I can confidently say that choosing SMIS was the right decision. The dedicated teachers, curriculum flow and the supportive environment have truly enriched my daughter’s school journey. Most importantly, my daughter is genuinely happy here and that’s all I could ever want.

Tina Chakraborty

Parent

Priyanka Ghosh

Five years of excellence at SMIS

We are proud parents of a proud Sancta Marian and associated with the school since last 5 years. The school is second home for our daughter. Academically, it is one of the best schools in Hyderabad. We really appreciate the prompt responses and immediate actions from the PR Team. The Teachers and the supporting staff are excellent and extremely knowledgeable. We have wonderful experience and cherished memories.

Priyanka Ghosh

Parent

Laxmi Kolluru

Nurturing growth at Sancta Maria

It's a wonderful experience with the Early Years at Sancta Maria. My child enjoys a nurturing environment that truly helped our child blossom in every way possible. The focus on experiential learning, play-based activities, and holistic development is remarkable. It's truly heartwarming to see how much my child have grown emotionally, socially, and intellectually in such a short time.

Laxmi Kolluru

Parent

Alizee

Inspired by happy teachers

I look forward to learning from such amazing teachers, whose smiles and happiness show in the way you teach us. Thank you so much!

Alizee

Student

Tripura

Sancta Maria: Embracing New Beginnings

For me, Sancta Maria was my second home. I attended 6th through 12th grade there, so it feels like I grew up there. I joined Sancta Maria right after moving to India from the US, and everyone welcomed me with open arms. While I had heard of so many kids who had trouble adjusting to life and school in India, I had no trouble at all. Sancta Maria made the transition extremely easy.

Tripura

Student

Arnav

Teachers who inspire growth

Thank you teachers for taking me from where I was to new heights, for furthering my knowledge, teaching me how to remain confident, and how to support that confidence with actions.

Arnav

Student

Zack

Unlocking Potential at Sancta Maria

My time at Sancta Maria was anything but mundane, despite only being there for 2 years. It’s an institution that does not just rely on traditional tropes of international schools or Indian schools, but an amalgamation of both! Aside from the academic support and freedom the school provides, it’s culture and the connections I made throughout are truly what created value as well as unlocked several aspects about me that I had never expected.

Zack

Student

Aaira

Inspiring teachers at Sancta Maria

I want to thank all of our teachers for inspiring each student to learn and work hard to reach new heights even if it means failing, as Brad Henry said, 'A good teacher can inspire hope, ignite the imagination and instill a love of learning.

Aaira

Student

Shanmukhi Class of 2023

A Journey of growth and gratitude

My school shaped my growth, teaching me communication, leadership, and teamwork skills that helped me excel in college, from joining clubs to leading groups. I’m proud and grateful to be an alum.

Shanmukhi Class of 2023

Student

Khushleen Class of 2021

Beyond the classroom

I wasn’t just taught to learn—I was encouraged to think, to question, and to grow in ways that shaped my journey beyond the classroom.

Khushleen Class of 2021

Student

Aditya Class of 2023

Discovering my potential

The supportive environment and incredible friendships I built here gave me the confidence to take on challenges and excel. From academics to extracurriculars, my school helped me discover my potential, and I’m proud to be part of this amazing community.

Aditya Class of 2023

Student

Tanishka

My best schooling years

My most favourite years of schooling would definitely be my time in Sancta Maria International School. Moving from a different school let alone from a different country was a huge change for any student. I've been grateful to have been a part of the Sancta Maria family. I was holistically acquainted with all aspects of a great schooling experience.

Tanishka

Student

Amita Vaid

International admissions: a smooth start for families joining from abroad

Thank you all for your incredible effort in making the Corbett trip such a success. It was wonderfully organised. Although initially hesitant to send the children without mobile phones, the team's positivity made the decision easier. My son, Dhairya Vaid (Grade 8), had an amazing time with his friends and caring teachers. He enjoyed the meals and felt completely at ease. A special thanks to Nida Ma’am and Shalini Ma’am for making him feel so happy and cared for. We truly appreciated the daily updates despite your busy schedule. Heartfelt thanks to Anvita Ma’am for going the extra mile to join the group and lift everyone’s spirits. Grateful for this fun and enriching experience!

Amita Vaid

Parent

Priyanka Lunkad

A visionary school that nurtures each child’s strengths with rich academic and co-curricular focus

Great school with a vision for students. The school gives importance not on academics but on each student’s strength and enhances it giving the kids a boost of confidence with loads of extra curriculum for the kids to choose from.

Priyanka Lunkad

Parent

Mona Kataria

Wonderful school with skilled staff—my daughter has grown more positive and confident

Wonderful school with highly qualified and efficient staff. I have actually seen noticeable positive changes in my daughter-like positive and caring attitude. Thanks to the superb guidance of her teachers and efficient management as well.

Mona Kataria

Parent

Ravneet Bhutani

Exceptional school! My kids love it—great teachers, strong values, and a caring environment

Our experience at Sancta Maria has been exceptional. My children just LOVE this school. They are happy to be at school. From the teachers to the students to the challenging curriculum, Sancta Maria integrates compassion into their teaching standards, emphasizes the importance of values, and builds leaders through each of their classes and lessons. Teachers are passionate about seeing their students succeed. They are so great about sharing moments of pride they see within child – their good behaviors and achievements. The administration is open minded and think outside the box to make Sancta Maria successful educational experience for the students. Great Team- Great School

Ravneet Bhutani

Parent

Yamini Gupta

At Sancta Maria, students are truly happy—learning is joyful, inclusive, and deeply engaging.

Let me not talk about academics and qualified teachers, every good school fulfills (more practically, should fulfill) these two requirements. What differentiates SMISF is that, here the students are in a happy place. The way of teaching is not instructive but exploratory… the rules not authoritative but inclusive. What I learnt from them is that, when students are happy, learning happens much faster and easier.

Yamini Gupta

Parent

Priyanka Goswami Malhotra

Grateful for your care—my son has grown so much under your patient, nurturing guidance

Nurturing a child is much like growing a plant – it needs the right care, guidance and support to thrive. Your dedication has made a lasting impact on Shivin. Since he began schooling online with you, we've seen remarkable improvements. From struggling to hold a crayon to now colouring with focus, his progress is a result of your patience and belief in him. Discipline, responsibility and confidence are blossoming in him every day. Words aren't enough to express our gratitude. You will always remain an integral part of Shivin’s journey. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being his wonderful guide and mentor.

Priyanka Goswami Malhotra

Parent

Shweta Archie Jackson

The Enrichment Programme builds skills beyond the classroom, inspiring growth and exploration

Kevin is super excited and feels both engaged and motivated since he’s been a part of the Enrichment Programme. It has helped him pursue, and enhance his areas of interest beyond the classroom. I’m thankful to the Sancta Maria team for giving children this wonderful opportunity to explore their skills and for encouraging them to pursue wider goals

Shweta Archie Jackson

Parent

Vishwanath Krishnan

At Sancta Maria my child became more confident, expressive and thriving in academics and arts.

The best school in Faridabad …….. I am seeing a drastic change in terms of knowledge and overall personality development of my child. From an introvert, my child has become an extrovert and she is able to express herself. The school is putting in a lot of effort to identify my kids’ inner talents and are grooming it, unbelievable that my daughter is able to sing !!!!! Perfect balance of sports and academics ….. Overall the best decision I have made for my child. Commendable job by the principal Anvita Gupta and her team.

Vishwanath Krishnan

Parent

Monika Grover

Sancta Maria offers strong academics, sports, and a nurturing space for every child’s growth

Sancta  Maria International School is providing a sound platform for overall development of children , be it academics or sports.  Children are focus of teachers and are being imparted good education in a good environment.

Monika Grover

Parent

Vishu Trehan

Sancta Maria offers holistic, concept-based learning with IB & Cambridge—perfect for our child

We were looking for a curriculum that is new age & progressive and thus we chose Cambridge + IB for our child. However, no curriculum is good unless the institute offering can match up to it. Sancta Maria is an excellent school that offers holistic development that includes academics, extra-curricular & Life Skills. Also, the school follows the concept of synchronous leaning wherein every subject’s discussion revolves around the same concept, gives child a 360 degree perspective. A beyond book way of learning with application based focus and equal opportunities for all students is what makes us as parents content. Sancta Maria is a school where students Learn together, Play together & Eat together!

Vishu Trehan

Parent

Anjali Bafna

Thanks to Sancta Maria for the Enrichment & MUN programs—boosting skills, voice, and confidence!

I am writing here as a token of appreciation for the efforts and the initiative taken by the school in the form of the Enrichment programme. Thank you for providing the students with such learning opportunities wherein they can express their views and opinions freely. The Model UN programme is helping the children learn from each other. It activates the students’ imagination and creativity while also enhancing their confidence and communication skills. Keep up the good work!

Anjali Bafna

Parent

Amit and Priyanka Ghosh

Parent

Divya and Binoy

Parent

Sneha Tripuraneni

Parent

Vishal

Parent

Krisha Class of 2022

Student

Devraj Class of 2019

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Ruthwik Class of 2021

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Nainika Class of 2019

Student

Srikanth Sangam

Parent

Tina Chakraborty

Parent

Priyanka Ghosh

Parent

Laxmi Kolluru

Parent

Alizee

Student

Tripura

Student

Arnav

Student

Zack

Student

Aaira

Student

Shanmukhi Class of 2023

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Khushleen Class of 2021

Student

Aditya Class of 2023

Student

Tanishka

Student

Amita Vaid

Parent

Priyanka Lunkad

Parent

Mona Kataria

Parent

Ravneet Bhutani

Parent

Yamini Gupta

Parent

Priyanka Goswami Malhotra

Parent

Shweta Archie Jackson

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Vishwanath Krishnan

Parent

Monika Grover

Parent

Vishu Trehan

Parent

Anjali Bafna

Parent

Amit and Priyanka Ghosh

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Divya and Binoy

Parent

Sneha Tripuraneni

Parent

Vishal

Parent

Krisha Class of 2022

Student

Devraj Class of 2019

Student

Ruthwik Class of 2021

Student

Nainika Class of 2019

Student

Srikanth Sangam

Parent

Tina Chakraborty

Parent

Priyanka Ghosh

Parent

Laxmi Kolluru

Parent

Alizee

Student

Tripura

Student

Arnav

Student

Zack

Student

Aaira

Student

Shanmukhi Class of 2023

Student

Khushleen Class of 2021

Student

Aditya Class of 2023

Student

Tanishka

Student

Amita Vaid

Parent

Priyanka Lunkad

Parent

Mona Kataria

Parent

Ravneet Bhutani

Parent

Yamini Gupta

Parent

Priyanka Goswami Malhotra

Parent

Shweta Archie Jackson

Parent

Vishwanath Krishnan

Parent

Monika Grover

Parent

Vishu Trehan

Parent

Anjali Bafna

Parent

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Sancta Maria: Top Cambridge IGCSE School in Hyderabad

15 July 2025

Sancta Maria: Top Cambridge IGCSE School in Hyderabad

Discover why Sancta Maria ranks among Hyderabad’s best international schools. Cambridge IGCSE curriculum, global exchanges & proven university success. Book a tour today.

Celebrating A-Level success 2024

22 January 2025

Celebrating A-Level success 2024

Our school student, Tissya, won the prestigious Cambridge Outstanding Learner Award in AS-level English Literature!

The Times School Rankings 2024

28 November 2024

The Times School Rankings 2024

We are proud to be listed among the Top 3 International Curriculum Schools in Hyderabad and Ranked No. 2 in the Hyderabad West Zone!

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