Career Town

About The Doon School

The Doon School, Dehradun, established in 1935, is one of India’s most prestigious boys’ boarding schools. Located on Mall Road in the heart of Dehradun, the school is internationally recognized for its academic excellence, leadership-oriented education, and strong value system. Often referred to as “India’s Eton,” The Doon School has produced distinguished alumni across public service, business, academics, sports, and the arts.Spread across a spacious campus with heritage red-brick architecture, the school offers a learning environment that blends tradition with progressive global education standards.

Academic Curriculum & Learning Approach

The Doon School provides a rigorous and globally aligned academic framework designed to prepare students for top universities in India and abroad.

ICSE (Indian Certificate of Secondary Education)

ISC (Indian School Certificate)

IB Diploma Programme (International Baccalaureate)

Emphasis on critical thinking, research, and independent learning

Broad subject choices at senior secondary levels

Preparation for global university admissions

Campus, Boarding & Student Life

The Doon School follows a full residential model with a structured house system that promotes discipline, responsibility, and brotherhood.

Strong house-based mentoring and pastoral care

Low teacher-student ratio (approximately 9:1)

Focus on leadership, ethics, and character development

Safe, secure, and supervised residential environment

Sports & Co-Curricular Activities

Holistic development is a core focus at The Doon School, with equal importance given to academics, sports, and co-curricular engagement.

Outdoor sports such as football, basketball, Volleyball, Swimming and athletics and cricket

Indoor activities like chess, Table tennis

Cultural activities including debates, quizzes, art, and music

School events that build communication and confidence

Key School Information

School Type: Boys’ boarding school

Board: ICSE, ISC, IB

Location: Mall Road, Krishna Nagar, Dehradun, Uttarakhand

Teacher-Student ratio: 9:1

Average Class Strength: Approximately 20 students

Approximate Annual Fee: ₹9,70,000

Admissions at The Doon School

Admission to The Doon School is highly competitive and based on entrance assessments, interviews, and overall student suitability.

Birth certificate

Previous academic records and report cards

Transfer Certificate (for Class II and above)

Medical fitness certificate

Entrance examination and personal interaction

Why Choose The Doon School?

• One of the most respected boarding schools in India
• Globally recognized academic curriculum
• Strong focus on leadership and personality development
• Excellent residential, sports, and co-curricular facilities
• Proven record of alumni success worldwide

Career Town Guidance Support

Through Career Town, parents and students receive structured support, including:

• Admission guidance and application assistance
• Career counselling for future academic pathways
• Support in comparing top schools in Dehradun
• One-to-one assistance during the admission process