Arvind Gupta D A V Centenary Public School
Model Town Behind Police HQTS Delhi · Delhi · Delhi
If you’re exploring CBSE schools in North Delhi, Arvind Gupta DAV Centenary Public School (Model Town) is one that often comes up in parent discussions. It’s a long-standing DAV institution with a large campus and a structured academic environment. Let’s look at what parents should know before deciding.
Basic Details
- Boards
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Affiliation No. 2730224 [CBSE SARAS]
- Classes
- Pre-School to Class XII
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (Day school only)
- Founded
- 1986
- Student–teacher ratio
- ~31:1 (3,105 students / 101 teachers)
- Students
- 3,105 (AY 2022–23)
- Staff
- Principal: Ms. Mala Sood (M.Sc., B.Ed.); Manager: Ms. Ira Khanna; part of DAV College Managing Committee
Summary for the Parent
Overview
Arvind Gupta DAV Centenary Public School (Model Town) is a well-established CBSE school under the DAV network, known for its structured academics and active cultural calendar.
The campus is spacious for its location, and the school has a long history in the area.
Best Fit For
Children who do well in structured, academic environments.
Families looking for a traditional CBSE school with DAV values.
Students who enjoy cultural and co-curricular participation.
Strengths
Established DAV management and CBSE affiliation.
Large campus with good infrastructure.
Balanced focus on academics and activities.
Reasonable fees compared to some private schools in Delhi.
Trade-offs
Mixed parent feedback on administration and teaching quality.
Some concerns about fee transparency and classroom comfort.
Limited public data on sports and board results.
Communication and responsiveness could vary by department.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- Can you share the latest Class X and XII board results?
- How does the school support students who need extra academic help?
- What is the teacher retention rate in primary and senior sections?
- How are transport safety and vendor checks managed?
- What is the annual fee increase policy?
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