Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website www.capitalinternationalschool.com (“the Website”), operated by Capital International School (“we,” “our,” or “the School”), located at Sy. No. 102/2, Adhur, Behind Prestige Augusta Golf Village, Virgonagar Post, Rampura, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560049.

By accessing, browsing, or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must discontinue use of the Website immediately.

These Terms apply to all users of the Website, including but not limited to parents, guardians, students, prospective families, staff members, and general visitors.

2. About the School

Capital International School is a CBSE-affiliated educational institution in Rampura, North Bangalore, offering classes from Kindergarten (LKG) through Grade 10. The School has been providing quality education for over 20 years, with a focus on academic excellence, STEM education, holistic development, and character building.

Information presented on the Website, including details about programmes, facilities, admissions, fees, and transportation, is provided for general informational purposes and may be subject to change without prior notice.

3. Use of the Website

3.1 Permitted Use

The Website is intended to provide information about Capital International School, its academic programmes, facilities, admissions process, and contact details. You may use the Website for lawful, non-commercial, and personal purposes only.

3.2 Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use the Website for any unlawful, fraudulent, or malicious purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the Website, its servers, or connected systems
• Introduce viruses, malware, or any harmful code to the Website
• Scrape, crawl, or use automated tools to extract data from the Website without written permission
• Copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, or publicly display any content from the Website without prior written consent from the School
• Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
• Submit false, misleading, or inaccurate information through any form on the Website
• Use the Website in any manner that could damage, disable, or impair the Website’s functionality

4. Admissions and Enquiries

The Website provides enquiry and admission forms for prospective parents and guardians. By submitting an enquiry or application form, you agree to the following:

• All information provided must be accurate, complete, and truthful. Submission of false or misleading information may result in rejection of the application or cancellation of admission.
• Submission of an enquiry form does not guarantee admission. All admissions are subject to seat availability, age eligibility criteria, and the School’s admission policies.
• The School reserves the right to request additional documents, conduct interviews, or administer assessments as part of the admissions process.
• The School will contact you within 24 hours of form submission (Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM) to discuss your enquiry. Response times may vary during holidays or peak admission periods.
• Campus tour bookings made through the Website are subject to availability and confirmation by the admissions team.

5. Fees and Payments

Details regarding tuition fees, admission fees, and other charges are provided during the admissions process and are governed by the following terms:

• All fees are payable as per the schedule communicated at the time of admission confirmation. Late payments may attract penalties as specified in the fee policy.
• Fees once paid are generally non-refundable, except as expressly stated in the School’s refund policy or as required by applicable law.
• The School reserves the right to revise its fee structure at the beginning of each academic year, with reasonable notice to parents and guardians.
• Fee payments made through third-party payment gateways are subject to the terms and conditions of those service providers. The School is not responsible for payment processing errors caused by third-party platforms.

6. Transportation Services

The School provides free GPS-enabled transportation for enrolled students, subject to the following conditions:

• Transport routes and schedules are determined by the School and may be modified based on operational requirements, traffic conditions, or safety considerations.
• The free transportation service covers select areas within North Bangalore. Route availability for specific localities is subject to confirmation by the transport department.
• Parents and guardians are responsible for ensuring their child is present at the designated pick-up point at the scheduled time.
• The School is not liable for delays caused by traffic, weather conditions, road closures, or other circumstances beyond its reasonable control.
• Students are expected to follow the School’s transport code of conduct. Misconduct on school buses may result in suspension of transport privileges.

7. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, photographs, videos, icons, page layouts, software, and the overall design and arrangement of the Website, is the exclusive property of Capital International School or its licensors, and is protected under Indian intellectual property laws, including the Copyright Act, 1957, and the Trade Marks Act, 1999.

You may not:

• Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any portion of the Website or its content without express written permission from the School
• Use the School’s name, logo, trademarks, or branding for any purpose without prior written authorisation
• Frame or mirror any part of the Website on any other website or server

8. Photographs, Videos, and Media

The School may photograph or record students during school events, activities, field trips, and academic programmes. These images and recordings may be used for:

• The School’s website, social media pages, and marketing materials
• Yearbooks, newsletters, brochures, and internal publications
• Documentation and archival purposes

Consent for the use of a student’s photograph or video is obtained from the parent or guardian at the time of admission. If you wish to revoke this consent, you may do so in writing by contacting the School at info@capitalinternationalschool.com.

The School takes reasonable care to ensure that images of students are used appropriately and are not made available to unauthorised parties.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services, including social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn), the Engage portal, WhatsApp, and payment platforms. These links are provided for your convenience.

The School does not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or terms of service of any third-party website. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk, and we encourage you to review their respective terms and privacy policies.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website and all content, materials, and information provided on it are offered on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without any warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement
• Warranties that the Website will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free of viruses or harmful components
• Warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content on the Website

While the School makes reasonable efforts to ensure that the information on the Website is accurate and up to date, we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of any information at any given time. Academic programmes, facilities, fee structures, and policies may change, and the Website may not always reflect the most current information.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable Indian law, Capital International School, its management, trustees, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to:

• Your use of, or inability to use, the Website
• Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the content of the Website
• Unauthorised access to or alteration of your data or transmissions
• Any third-party content, products, or services accessed through the Website
• Any loss or damage arising from events beyond the School’s reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, cyberattacks, or technical failures

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Capital International School, its management, trustees, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from or related to your breach of these Terms, your use of the Website, or your violation of any applicable law or the rights of any third party.

13. Student and Parent Code of Conduct

By enrolling a child at Capital International School, parents and guardians agree to the School’s Code of Conduct, which includes but is not limited to:

• Treating all staff, teachers, students, and visitors with respect and dignity
• Ensuring the regular attendance and punctuality of their child
• Cooperating with the School on academic, behavioural, and disciplinary matters
• Refraining from any behaviour that disrupts the learning environment or defames the School’s reputation, whether on campus, online, or on social media
• Attending parent-teacher meetings and actively participating in the child’s educational journey

The School reserves the right to take appropriate disciplinary action, including suspension or expulsion, for serious or repeated violations of the Code of Conduct by students, and to restrict campus access for parents or guardians who violate these Terms.

14. Academic Policies

The School follows the curriculum prescribed by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi. Academic policies, examination schedules, assessment criteria, and promotion rules are determined by the School in accordance with CBSE guidelines and are communicated to parents at the beginning of each academic year.

The School reserves the right to modify academic programmes, course offerings, and teaching methodologies to align with evolving educational standards and best practices.

15. Privacy Policy

Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is available as a separate document and on our Website. The Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data in compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDPA). By using this Website, you also agree to the terms of our Privacy Policy.

16. Force Majeure

The School shall not be held liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations under these Terms if such failure or delay results from circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, pandemics, epidemics, government orders, civil unrest, strikes, power outages, internet disruptions, or acts of God.

17. Modifications to These Terms

Capital International School reserves the right to update, amend, or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this document indicates the most recent revision.

Your continued use of the Website following the posting of any changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

18. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms or the use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.

19. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be severed from these Terms, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

20. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Capital International School with respect to your use of the Website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications, proposals, and agreements, whether oral or written, relating to the subject matter herein.

21. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of India.