S. S. M. Public School
8th Mile, Tumkur Road Nagasandra Post Bengaluru Karnataka - 560073 India · Tumkur · Karnataka
S. S. M. Public School is a long-standing CBSE school in South Bengaluru that balances academics with a strong community presence.
Basic Details
- Boards
- CBSE (Affiliation No. 831080)
- Classes
- Nursery to Grade 10
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (Day School only)
- Founded
- 1967 (Samaja Seva Mandali established; school operations since 1967)
- Student–teacher ratio
- Approximately 15:1 (as per directories)
- Students
- Around 1,000–1,300 students
- Staff
- Principal: Raksha Varma (M.Sc., M.Ed.), Managed by Samaja Seva Mandali, Director: Mrs. Radha Manohari
Summary for the Parent
Overview
S. S. M. Public School is a long-standing CBSE school in South Bengaluru that combines traditional values with a structured academic environment.
It’s known for its solid infrastructure and community-driven management, though parents should check current teaching quality and communication practices.
What kind of child this school is best for
- A child who thrives in a structured, disciplined environment.
- Families looking for a CBSE school with reasonable fees and good infrastructure.
- Students who enjoy sports and cultural events alongside academics.
Strengths
Established institution with over five decades of history.
Good infrastructure — labs, library, auditorium, and playground access.
Transparent mandatory disclosures and CBSE affiliation.
Active extracurricular and cultural programs.
Trade-offs / Things to check
Historical concerns about teaching quality in some subjects.
Limited recent independent parent reviews.
No GPS tracking in school buses.
No boarding or cafeteria facilities.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Request recent board exam results and teacher qualifications.
Ask about remedial support for weaker students.
Confirm transport safety measures and bus fee details.
Check if the school offers any enrichment or after-school programs.
Verify the latest fee structure and any additional charges.
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