Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1
Naval Base Kataribagh Cochin, Ernakulam Distt., Kerala · Cochin · Kerala
Basic Details
- Boards
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) system
- Classes
- I to XII
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (Day school only)
- Founded
- 1963
- Student–teacher ratio
- ~22:1 (1,763 students / 79 teachers)
- Students
- 1,763 (Boys: 916, Girls: 847)
Staff
79 teaching staff (18 PGTs, 20 TGTs, 22 PRTs), 1 special educator, 1 counsellor, Principal: Sasi E K (MCom, BEd)Summary for the Parent
Overview
Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 (Naval Base, Katari Bagh, Kochi) is a long-standing, academically strong CBSE school with a disciplined environment and affordable fees. It’s particularly well-suited for families connected to the defence or central government sectors, but also welcomes local civilian students.
Best Fit For
What kind of child will this school work for best
- Children who thrive in structured, disciplined environments
- Students aiming for strong academic foundations
- Kids who enjoy a balanced mix of academics and co-curriculars
Strengths
- Excellent academic record and experienced teachers
- Affordable fee structure
- Safe, well-maintained campus
- Strong peer group and community values
Trade-offs
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
- Limited professional sports coaching
- Traffic congestion near the school gate
- Administrative communication can be slow at times
- Less flexibility for highly creative or alternative learning styles
Questions To Ask
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- Ask about current class sizes and teacher allocations.
- Check transport routes and timings.
- Inquire about extracurricular and sports partnerships.
- Confirm the latest fee structure and exemptions.
- Ask how the school supports children with different learning needs.
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