- From city centre
- ~22 km · 50–90 min
- Best months
- Nov–Mar, Jun–Jul
- Best hours
- First light to 9 am
- Entry
- By permission
- Habitat
- Campus
- Birds listed
- 9
How to get there
About 22 km down Kanakapura Road, past Raghuvanahalli. The campus sits on the edge of the Turahalli and Banerghatta forest belt.
Best time to visit
Best: November to March, and the early monsoon. Time of day: First light to 9 am.
Entry fee & timings
As reported at the review date (2026-11-04). Confirm at the gate: fees and timings change.
Birds you can spot
9 birds listed. Tap a bird to add it to your life list (saved in this browser only).
Regularly reported, not guaranteed. See recent sightings on eBird
About The Valley School
A school campus of scrub forest, rocky outcrops and a small lake. It is widely cited as one of the richest birding sites in Bengaluru and is the place for forest birds without leaving the city.
History
The Valley School is run by the Krishnamurti Foundation India and was set up in the late 1970s. Its natural landscape has been kept largely intact.
Flora
Dry deciduous scrub with rocky outcrops and planted native trees.
Fauna
Mongoose, hares, snakes and several species of small mammals.
Nearby places
- Turahalli Forest~6 kmA scrub forest with similar birds.Birding guide →
- Puttenahalli Lake~8 kmWetland birds.Birding guide →
- Art of Living Ashram~5 kmA landmark on the same road.
Tips
- Access is by invitation or organised walk only.
- Keep silent on trails and stay on the path.
- Carry water and a hat.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit The Valley School for birds?
November to March, and the early monsoon. First light to 9 am.
What is the entry fee for The Valley School?
Not open to the public; access is by organised birding walks or prior permission. Timings: By arrangement.
Which birds can I see at The Valley School?
Regularly reported birds include Spotted owlet, Blue-faced malkoha, Common iora, Greater coucal, Indian pitta, Orange-headed thrush, Asian paradise flycatcher, Eurasian golden oriole. Sightings change with season and water levels.
How do I get to The Valley School?
About 22 km down Kanakapura Road, past Raghuvanahalli. The campus sits on the edge of the Turahalli and Banerghatta forest belt. It is about 22 km from central Bengaluru (50–90 min depending on traffic).
More birding spots
Reviewed 2026-11-04. Species lists, fees and timings are as reported and can change; confirm before you go.