About The Knowledge Habitat (Formerly as The HDFC School)
We believe in providing a rich, stimulating environment for personalized as well as collaborative learning. This environment is conducive to fostering Academic Excellence and Creative Brilliance. We are challenged at all times with global development and advancement. The school education, being the foundation and the fundamental stage of a child’s development, has to work towards facing this challenge and strengthening a society. The ingeniously designed CBSE curriculum at The Knowledge Habitat is in sync with our motto, ‘EDUCATE, EXCEL, EMPOWER’.
Why choose The Knowledge Habitat, PUNE?
Innovative Curriculum
The Knowledge Habitat follows a progressive, student-centric curriculum integrating academic excellence and skill development. The school emphasises experiential learning, critical thinking, and creativity, ensuring students are well-prepared for future challenges.
Qualified and Experienced Faculty
The school boasts a team of highly qualified and experienced educators dedicated to nurturing students’ potential. The faculty members are experts in their subjects and trained in modern teaching methodologies.
State-of-the-Art Facilities
The School has modern infrastructure and facilities to enhance the learning experience. Classrooms are spacious and equipped with the latest technology, including smart boards and digital resources.
Focus on Holistic Development
Understanding the importance of holistic education, The Knowledge Habitat places equal emphasis on academics, sports, arts, and extracurricular activities. The school encourages participation in various clubs, sports, and cultural events, fostering teamwork, leadership skills, and personal growth.
Strong Value System
The Knowledge Habitat instils a strong value system in its students, emphasising ethics, responsibility, and respect for diversity. The school promotes social awareness and community service through various programs and initiatives, encouraging students to become compassionate and responsible citizens.
Parental Involvement and Community Engagement
The school recognises the importance of parental involvement in a child’s education. It actively engages parents through regular communication, workshops, and events, that supports student growth. This enhances educational experience that help students grow.
Facilities at The Knowledge Habitat
The Knowledge Habitat is one of the best CBSE schools in Pune. Spread over 3 acres, the high school has been designed keeping in mind aspects of spaciousness, natural light, ventilation, and large amount of plant-scape all contributing to a healthy environment that blur the boundary between outdoor and indoor spaces.
Admission Guidelines
Admission Guidelines for Academic Session 2025-26
The Knowledge Habitat believes in providing a transparent and inclusive Admission process for all prospective students. The School clearly communicates every aspect of its policies to parents. All information is available on the school website.
Admissions are open for Nursery, LKG, UKG
Age Criteria
| Class | Entry Age |
| NURSERY | 3 years (As on 30 Sept 2025) |
| LOWER KG | 4 years (As on 30 Sept 2025) |
| UPPER KG | 5 years (As on 30 Sept 2025) |
| GRADE - I | 6 years (As on 30 Sept 2025) |
Inclusive Education:
- The Knowledge Habitat also provides admission to children with Special Education needs (Separate fee structure is available on request).
Fee Structure for the Academic Session 2025-26
| Particulars | Amount |
| Registration Fee |  ₹1,300/- |
| Admission Fee (One-time, Non-refundable) | ₹85,000/- |
| Security Deposit (Refundable) | ₹36,000/- |
| Particulars | Nursery, LKG | UKG |
| Tuition Fee Per Month | ₹11,230/- |
₹11,990/- |
| Term Fee payable in 2 instalments | ₹22,460/- |
₹23,980/- |
For students availing the school transport, there is a One-time, Non-refundable Transport Registration Fee of Rs. 2,000.
Exclusions: Uniforms, Books, Transport Fee. There will be an additional charge for excursions/school trips and any other optional activities.
The following Fees are payable at the time of Admission:
- Admission Fee (One-time, Non-refundable)
- Transport Registration fee (One-time, Non-refundable)
- Transport fees & RFID charges for transport students as applicable
- Security Deposit (Refundable)
- Only Security Deposit is refundable when the child leaves school or successfully completes Class XII.
The management is declaring the fees for Grade I for the Academic Year 2025-26 under S. 6 (1A) of the Maharashtra Educational Institutions (Regulation of Fee) Act, 2011 (as amended up to date) up to Grade V (Academic Year 2029-30).
Criteria for admission (I):Submission of the child’s latest performance record along with the school leaving certificate.
Inclusive Education:
- The Knowledge Habitat also provides admission to children with Special Educational needs (Separate fee structure is available on request.)
- RTE: The school takes admissions under the Right to Education Act.
Declared fees for five years (2025-26 to 2029-30) for those taking admission in the year 2025-26 in Grade I.
| Particulars | Amount |
| Registration Fee | ₹1,300/- |
| Admission Fee(One-Time, Non-Refundable) | ₹13,840/- |
| Facilities Fees (One-Time, Non-Refundable) | ₹42,350/- |
| Co-Curriculum fees (One-Time, Non-Refundable) | ₹30,250/- |
| Security Deposit (Refundable) | ₹36,000/- |
| Grade I (2025-26) | Grade II (2026-27) | Grade III (2027-28) | Grade IV (2028-29) | Grade V (2029-30) | |
| Tuition Fee per month* | ₹ 13,840 |
₹ 15,090 |
₹ 16,450 |
₹ 17,930 |
₹ 19,540 |
| Term Fee payable in 2 equal installments (In April & in October)* | ₹ 27,680 |
₹ 30,180 |
₹ 32,900 |
₹ 35,860 |
₹ 39,080 |
Exclusions: Uniforms, Books, Transport Fee, excursions/school trips and any other optional activities.
The above fee structure is subject to revision as per the Maharashtra Educational Institutions (Regulation of Fee) Act.
The following Fees are payable at the time of Admission:
- Admission Fee, Facilities Fee, Co-Curriculum Fees (One-time, Non-refundable)
- Security Deposit (Refundable)
- Only Security Deposit is refundable when the child leaves school or successfully completes Grade XII.
Transport Registration fee (One time, Non-refundable): ₹2,000/-, RFID Charges (annually) & transport fees as applicable.
Admissions are open for Classes II – XII.
Criteria for admission (II-XII): Submission of the child’s latest performance record along with the school leaving certificate.
Inclusive Education:
- The Knowledge Habitat also provides admission to children with Special Educational needs. (Separate fee structure is available on request.)
- RTE: The school takes admissions under the Right to Education Act.
Fee Structure for Academic Session 2025-26 & 2026-27
| Particulars | Amount |
| Registration Fee | ₹1,300/- |
| Admission Fee(One-Time, Non-Refundable) | As mentioned in the table below |
| Facilities Fees (One-Time, Non-Refundable) | ₹42,350/- |
| Co-Curriculum fees (One-Time, Non-Refundable) | ₹30,250/- |
| Interest free Security Deposit (Refundable) | ₹36,000/- |
| Particulars | Admission Fee (One-Time, Non Refundable) | Tuition Fee per month* | Term Fee payable in 2 equal installments (In April & in October)* |
| Class II ( as declared by S.6(1A) in 2024-25 | ₹ 13,840/- |
₹ 13,840/- |
₹ 27,680/- |
| Class III ( as declared by S.6(1A) in 2023-24 | ₹ 14,370 /- |
₹ 14,370/- |
₹ 28,740/- |
| Classes IV-V | ₹ 13,860/- |
₹ 13,860/- |
₹ 27,720/- |
| Class VI-VIII | ₹ 15,610/- |
₹ 15,610/- |
₹ 31,220/- |
| Class IX-X | ₹ 16,650/- |
₹ 16,650/- |
₹ 33,300/- |
| Class XI-XII Commerce | ₹ 17,540/- |
₹ 17,540/- |
₹ 35,080/- |
| Classes XI-XII Science & Humanities | ₹ 18,130/- |
₹ 18,130/- |
₹ 36,260/- |
Exclusions: Uniforms, Books, Transport Fee. There will be an additional charge for excursions/school trips and any other optional activities.
The following Fees are payable at the time of Admission:
- Admission Fee, Facilities Fee, Co-Curriculum Fees (One-time, Non-refundable)
- Interest free Security Deposit (Refundable)
Only Interest free Security Deposit is refundable when the child leaves school or successfully completes Class XII.
Transport Related Fees:
Transport Registration fee (One time, Non-refundable): ₹2,000/-, RFID Charges (annually) & transport fees as applicable.
The fees is subject to revision as per the Maharashtra Educational Institutions(Regulation of Fee) Act.