Delhi Public School (DPS)
Post Box 3042 Mathura Road New Delhi · Delhi · Delhi
Basic Details
- Boards
- CBSE
- Classes
- Pre-school to Class XII (Science, Commerce, Humanities)
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- Yes — day-cum-boarding; parents have mixed feedback
- Founded
- 1949
- Student–teacher ratio
- 1:20 (About Us); 38:1 (Mandatory Disclosure) — discrepancy flagged
- Students
- 4500+ (school website); 6500+ (Wikipedia) — discrepancy noted
Staff
Principal: Mr. Ram Singh, 217 teachers (46 PGT, 69 TGT, 102 PRT), Counsellors and special educators listed on disclosureSummary for the Parent
Overview
Delhi Public School (DPS), Mathura Road is one of Delhi’s oldest and most reputed CBSE schools. It offers a structured academic environment, excellent sports and extracurricular facilities, and a strong alumni network. However, parents should be prepared for relatively high fees and a competitive atmosphere.
Best Fit For
A child who thrives in a structured, academically focused environment.
A child who enjoys sports and co-curricular activities.
Strengths
Strong academic record and experienced teachers.
Excellent infrastructure and safety systems.
Wide range of extracurricular options.
Transparent fee structure available online.
Trade-offs / Things to Check
High total cost including operational and transport charges.
Mixed feedback on boarding facilities.
Some parents feel academic standards have declined slightly.
Class sizes may be large in some sections.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Request a full written fee breakdown for your child’s grade.
Ask about class size and teacher allocation.
Visit the boarding facility if considering residential option.
Check counselling and special education support.
Review the school’s latest CBSE results and extracurricular calendar.
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