Dr. Apj Abdul Kalam, Cantonment Board Sr. Sec. School
Shastri Bazar, Delhi CANTT.110010 · Delhi · Delhi
If you’re exploring affordable CBSE schools in Delhi Cantt that balance academics with discipline and co-curriculars, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Cantonment Board Senior Secondary School might be worth a closer look.
Basic Details
- Boards
- CBSE, CBSE SARAS
- Classes
- Nursery to Class 12
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- Some directories mention hostel availability; confirm with school directly.
- Student–teacher ratio
- CBSE SARAS lists 32 teaching staff; with typical intake, ratio may be around 25:1–30:1 (to be verified).
Founded
Conflicting sources: CBSE SARAS lists 1960 (foundation) and 1991 (first opening); school website mentions 2002; other directories list 1999. Parents should confirm directly.Students
Not officially published. Careers360 notes 2 sections per class with ~40 students each, implying ~80 per grade.Staff
Principal listed variably as Sushila (M.A., B.Ed) on CBSE SARAS, Ramswaroop Samria on the school website, Managed by the Cantonment Board under the Ministry of Defence.Summary for the Parent
Overview
Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Cantonment Board Senior Secondary School is CBSE-affiliated, government-managed school in Delhi Cantt offering Nursery to Class 12. Focus on academics, co-curriculars, and community involvement. Fees and admin details should be verified.
Best Fit For
A child who thrives in a disciplined, structured environment.
Defence or middle-income families seeking affordable CBSE education.
Strengths
Affordable, government-managed setup
Balanced academics and extracurriculars
Strong discipline and community ethos
CBSE curriculum with senior secondary level
Trade-offs
Inconsistent public information about fees and administration
Some infrastructure may need maintenance
Limited transparency on board results
Conflicting data on principal and founding year
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Ask for recent board exam results and student achievements.
Confirm hostel availability and safety measures.
Check how the school communicates with parents (PTMs, notices, etc.).
Verify current principal and staff qualifications.
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