School Bus Service in Thane West (Within 10 km)

How the school bus service works

Rainbow International School runs its own school buses for students who live within 10 km of the campus at Cosmos Arcade, Brahmand Phase 4, Thane West. These are the school's own buses, not a third-party service.

Every bus is GPS-enabled, has a female attendant on board and has CCTV. Parents can track the bus live on the school app, so you know when the bus is near your stop. The transport fee is separate from tuition and is shared by the admissions team on call or WhatsApp.

To check whether your building is on a route, WhatsApp your building name and area to +91 82915 68972, Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 6 pm.

Areas we cover

The school buses serve homes within 10 km of the Brahmand campus. Areas covered include:

• Brahmand: the campus is in Brahmand Phase 4.
• Hiranandani Estate.
• Kolshet.
• Kavesar.
• Manpada.
• Ghodbunder Road.
• Pokhran Road.
• Patlipada.

Not sure if we cover your area? WhatsApp us your building name and area on +91 82915 68972 and the team will check the route for you.

Safety on every bus

Safety is the first thing parents ask about, so here is exactly what every school bus has:

• GPS on every bus, so the bus location is known throughout the trip.
• A female attendant on every bus.
• CCTV on every bus.
• Live bus tracking for parents on the school app.

On campus, the same safety approach continues: CCTV across the campus, security staff and a visitor register at the gate, a metal detector at the entry, fire drills, and staff trained in first aid. Read more on our Safety and Security page.

School timings and bus routes

Pick-up and drop times depend on your route and your child's section. Ask the admissions team for the timings for your stop. The school runs Monday to Friday plus alternate Saturdays.

Transport fee

The transport fee is separate from the school's tuition fee. Fees are not published online. Call or WhatsApp +91 82915 68972 and the admissions team will share the transport fee for your area along with the tuition fee for your child's class. You can read more on our Fee Structure page.

How to request a seat on the school bus

1. WhatsApp your building name and area to +91 82915 68972.
2. The team checks whether your building is within 10 km of the campus and on a route.
3. The team shares the route details and the transport fee.
4. You confirm transport with the admissions team.

If you are applying for admission in 2027-28, mention that you need the school bus in the enquiry form, or tell the admissions team on your campus visit.

If you live more than 10 km away

The school buses serve homes within 10 km of the campus. If you live further away, please talk to the admissions team on +91 82915 68972 before you apply, so you can plan your child's daily travel.

Helping your child get used to the school bus

The first weeks on a school bus can feel new for young children. A few simple habits help:

• Be at the stop a few minutes early, so your child is not rushed.
• Use the live tracking on the school app to time your walk to the stop.
• Teach your child to stay seated and follow the bus attendant's instructions.
• Put your child's name and class on the school bag.
• Keep the admissions number, +91 82915 68972, saved on your phone.

Choosing a school near your home

Travel time is one of the things parents compare when choosing a school. If you are comparing schools, see our guide to CBSE schools in Thane West, with each school's area and CBSE affiliation number.

About Rainbow International School

Rainbow International School is a CBSE school (Affiliation No. 1130661, School Code 30562) in Brahmand, Thane West, founded in April 2009. It teaches Jr KG to Class 12 on a 3.5-acre campus, with Science, Commerce and Humanities in Class 11 and 12, and has 3,000+ students across two shifts. Admissions for 2027-28 are open. See the Admissions page.

Why parents choose the school bus

For many families, the school bus makes the school day simpler. Children travel with classmates on a fixed route, an attendant is on every bus, and parents can see where the bus is on the school app. It also saves parents a daily drive to the campus and back.

Transport by area

• Brahmand: the campus is in Brahmand Phase 4. See our page for families in Brahmand.
• Hiranandani Estate: covered by the school buses. See our page for families in Hiranandani Estate.
• Kavesar: covered by the school buses. See our page for families in Kavesar.
• Manpada: covered by the school buses. See our page for families in Manpada.
• Ghodbunder Road: covered by the school buses. See our page for families along Ghodbunder Road.
• Kolshet, Pokhran Road and Patlipada: also covered by the school buses.

For parents of Jr KG and Sr KG children

The Pre-Primary day runs from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. Every school bus has a female attendant and CCTV, and you can follow the bus on the school app, which helps you be at the stop on time. Ask the admissions team about the route and timings for the Pre-Primary section.

For Class 11 and Class 12 students

Class 11 and Class 12 study in the afternoon shift, from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Please ask the admissions team about bus routes and timings for the afternoon shift.

What to tell the team when you ask about transport

To get a quick answer about your route, share:

• Your building name and area.
• A nearby landmark.
• Your child's class for 2027-28.
• The number of children who will use the bus, if you have more than one child at the school.

Choosing your pick-up stop

When the team confirms your route, check how you will reach the stop each day and how long the walk takes. Use the live tracking on the school app to time your walk, so your child does not wait at the stop for long.

If you move house during the year

If you move to a new building or area during the school year, tell the school office on +91 82915 68972 as early as you can, so the team can check whether your new address is within 10 km of the campus and on a route.

Transport and admissions for 2027-28

Admissions for 2027-28 are open for Jr KG to Class 12. If you are applying and need the school bus, mention your building name and area in the enquiry form or tell the admissions team on your campus visit. The team will check the route and share the transport fee along with the tuition fee for your child's class.

The campus your child travels to

The buses bring students to the 3.5-acre campus at Cosmos Arcade, Brahmand Phase 4, Thane West. The campus has smart boards in classrooms, science labs, a computer lab, a library and reading room, a swimming pool, a skating rink, a football field, a cricket ground and multipurpose courts. Read more on our Amenities page.

Frequently asked questions