Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya
A Block (SN) Defence Colony New Delhi · Delhi · Delhi
Basic Details
- Boards
- CBSE
- Classes
- Pre-Primary to Class 12
- Co-ed
- No
- Boarding
- Day School
- Founded
- 1970 (UDISE/DOE records); some directories list 1960/1969
- Student–teacher ratio
- 21–25:1 (based on 56–66 teachers for ~1,400 students)
- Students
- 1,409
Staff
Principal: Sumit (as per 2025 Fire Service inspection), 56–66 teachers, 2 pre-primary teachers, library with ~16,500 books (as per UDISE snapshot)Summary for the Parent
Overview
Sarvodaya Kanya Vidyalaya (Sister Nivedita) in Defence Colony is a government-run CBSE girls’ school that offers education from pre-primary to Class 12.
It’s known for its accessible education, community involvement, and recent safety compliance, though parents have raised concerns about maintenance and administrative behavior.
What kind of child will this school work for best
Girls who thrive in a structured, community-based environment.
Families looking for affordable CBSE education.
Students who enjoy participating in school events and community programs.
Strengths
Free or minimal fees.
CBSE curriculum with full K–12 coverage.
Active extracurricular calendar.
Recent fire safety compliance.
Established government oversight.
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
Maintenance and cleanliness of facilities.
Administrative responsiveness.
Inconsistent data on library and teacher count.
Limited online communication or website presence.
Medium of instruction (Hindi vs English) clarity.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Request the latest Class X/XII results.
Confirm student–teacher ratio and teacher qualifications.
Ask about extracurricular participation and achievements.
Visit the school to assess infrastructure firsthand.
Check for transport options and safety measures.
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