Dr.Cyrus S.Poonawalla Eng. Med. High Sch & Jr. Col
Opposite Tarachand Hospital, Pune (Maharashtra) Pin - 411011 · Pune · Maharashtra
If you’re a parent looking for a CBSE school in central Pune that balances academics with a grounded, community feel, Dr. Cyrus S. Poonawalla English Medium High School & Junior College might already be on your list.
Basic Details
- Boards
- CBSE – Affiliation No. 1131219
- Classes
- Play Group / Nursery to Class 12
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (day school only)
- Medium
- English Medium
- Founded
- 1989 (as per CBSE SARAS)
- Student–teacher ratio
- Not published; parents should confirm directly
- Students
- ~1,292 (as listed on UniApply)
Staff
Principal: Kajal Somai (M.Com, B.Ed.) – 25 years teaching experience, 17 years administrative experience, Experienced teachers with strong qualifications and dedicationSummary for the Parent
Overview
Dr. Cyrus S. Poonawalla English Medium High School & Junior College is a long-standing CBSE school in Rasta Peth, Pune, known for its experienced teachers and recent infrastructure improvements.
Best Fit For
A child who thrives in a disciplined, teacher-led classroom.
A child who doesn’t rely on school transport.
A child who enjoys moderate extracurricular exposure.
Strengths
Experienced and qualified teaching staff.
Transparent fee structure.
Recent infrastructure upgrades.
Strong academic focus.
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
No school transport facility.
Limited outdoor space.
Some administrative communication issues reported.
Mixed reviews about junior college board clarity.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Confirm the current student–teacher ratio.
Ask for the latest fee breakup and inclusions.
Clarify which board applies for Junior College.
Check if transport options are available nearby.
Speak to current parents about their experience.
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