Kendriya Vidyalaya
Southern Commond 3 LT Col Tarapore Road P.B.NO.4 Pune Maharashtra · Pune · Maharashtra
If you are exploring CBSE schools in Pune, Kendriya Vidyalaya Southern Command is one that often comes up in parent discussions - especially for families connected to the defence services. Here's a detailed, parent-friendly look at what this school offers, what parents are saying, and what you should check before applying.
Basic Details
- Boards
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) — Affiliation No. 1100012
- Classes
- Class I to XII (Science, Commerce, Humanities streams at senior secondary)
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (Day school only)
- Founded
- 1963 (as per CBSE SARAS); some listings mention 1966–1968 — parents should confirm with the school
- Student–teacher ratio
- ~35:1
- Students
- ~2,066 (1,121 boys + 945 girls)
Staff
Experienced teaching staff; Principal listed as Gurmeet Singh (M.Sc., B.Ed) on CBSE SARAS. Parents should confirm current leadership as listings vary.Summary for the Parent
What kind of child this school suits best
A child who thrives in a structured, academic environment.
A child comfortable in a large, diverse peer group.
A child from a defence or transferable background who benefits from the KV system’s consistency.
Strengths
Excellent academic record and experienced teachers.
Affordable, transparent fee structure.
Large campus with good sports and activity options.
Stable peer group and disciplined environment.
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
High competition for admission and long waiting lists.
Larger class sizes (~35:1).
Limited individual attention due to scale.
Some communication gaps noted by parents.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Confirm the current principal and contact details.
Ask for the latest student strength and section count.
Verify transport routes and safety measures.
Check which sports and clubs are actually active.
Request sample question papers or exam formats.
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