Budhanilkantha School

Budhanilkantha School is Nepal's most prestigious boarding school, founded in 1972 with support from the British government and the Government of Nepal. Located in the foothills of the Himalayas at Budhanilkantha, north of Kathmandu, the school accommodates around 1,100 students aged 10 to 18, from Grades 6 through 12. Budhanilkantha offers a blend of the Nepali national curriculum and Cambridge International qualifications, including IGCSE and A-Levels, preparing students for top universities in Nepal and abroad. As a boarding institution, the school provides a structured residential environment that builds independence, leadership, and character. Facilities include science laboratories, a library, sports fields, a swimming pool, and performing arts venues. The school selects students through a competitive national entrance examination, maintaining high academic standards and a tradition of excellence since its founding.