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Govt Model Sr Sec School

Sect-22a Chandigarh · Chandigarh · Chandigarh

CBSEClass 112Verified

Basic Details

Boards
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Classes
Pre-Nursery to Class 12
Co-ed
Yes
Boarding
No
Founded
1953 (Careers360) / 1954 (schools.org.in, UDISE) — discrepancy noted
Students
1,168 (Careers360)

Student–teacher ratio

~31:1 (based on 1,168 students and 38 teachers per Careers360); schools.org.in lists 48 teachers — discrepancy flagged

Staff

Principal: Mrs. Anita Dhawan; Counsellor: Sumit Sharma (9855767088); Head Teacher (as per schools.org.in): Promila K Sharma

Summary for the Parent

Overview

Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 22A (GMSSS 22A) is a long-established CBSE-affiliated government school in Chandigarh. It offers a strong academic foundation, a large campus, and a variety of extracurricular opportunities. However, like many government schools, it faces challenges such as larger class sizes and slower administrative processes.

What kind of child will this school work for best

Children who thrive in structured, traditional school environments.

Students who enjoy participating in sports and cultural activities.

Families comfortable with a government school setup and larger peer groups.

Strengths

Strong academic record and experienced teachers.

Large campus with good sports and lab facilities.

Active extracurricular and NSS programs.

Affordable government school option.

Potential trade-offs / Things to check

High student–teacher ratio in some classes.

Limited transport routes.

Administrative communication can be slow.

Maintenance and cleanliness in some areas.

Recommendations / Questions to Ask

Confirm the current student–teacher ratio.

Ask about recent board exam results and subject-wise performance.

Check transport availability and safety measures.

Inquire about extracurricular participation and inter-school exposure.

Visit the campus to assess cleanliness and classroom conditions.

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