Gurukul School
S.NO. 136, Off University Road, Behind E-Square Multiplex, Near Vijay CO.HSG.SOC., Ashoknagar · Pune · Maharashtra
If you’re exploring CBSE schools in central Pune, Gurukul School (SES Gurukul) often comes up in parent discussions. This school has been around for over three decades and is known for its values-based approach and creative campus design.
Basic Details
- Boards
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) – Affiliation No. 1130050 (valid 2024–2029) [CBSE SARAS]
- Classes
- Pre-primary to Class X
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (Day school only)
- Founded
- 1992
- Student–teacher ratio
- Approximately 17:1
- Students
- Around 619 students
Staff
Principal: Manisha S. Joshi (M.A., B.Ed.), Founder/Director: Mrinmayee Bhave, Senior Consultant: Nirmala Tambe (Retd. Principal, Army Public School)Summary for the Parent
Overview
Gurukul School (SES Gurukul) is a long-established CBSE school in central Pune that blends academics with a strong emphasis on values and creativity.
Best Fit For
A child who thrives in smaller, values-driven settings.
A child who enjoys cultural activities and hands-on learning.
Families comfortable with a CBSE-only curriculum.
Strengths
Established reputation and experienced leadership.
Balanced focus on academics and values.
Activity-based classrooms and approachable teachers.
Compact, safe campus in a central location.
Trade-offs
Teacher turnover in recent years — verify current staff stability.
Mandatory food and transport increase total cost.
Limited outdoor space for sports.
Hygiene concerns mentioned in older reviews.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Can we meet the class teacher and principal before admission?
What is the current teacher retention rate?
How are sports and physical activities managed on a small campus?
What is the total annual cost including food and transport?
Are there any sibling or alumni discounts?
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