Kendriya Vidyalaya
Ordnance Estate Ambarnath Post Thane Distt. Maharashtra · Thane · Maharashtra
If you’re looking for a well-established CBSE school with a strong academic foundation and a large campus, Kendriya Vidyalaya Ambarnath is worth exploring. It’s one of the older KVs in the Mumbai region and continues to serve both defence and civilian families with a balanced focus on academics, sports, and co-curriculars.
Basic Details
- Boards
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
- Classes
- Shift I: I–XII (Science, Commerce, Humanities); Shift II: I–X
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (day school only)
- Founded
- 1965
- Student–teacher ratio
- ~23:1 (based on ~2,300 students and ~100 staff)
- Students
- Around 2,300 (Shift I ~1,700; Shift II ~625–700)
- Staff
- Principal: Mr. Mukesh Kumar Singh (MSc, BEd); ~100 teaching and non-teaching staff
Summary for the Parent
Overview
Kendriya Vidyalaya Ambarnath is a long-standing, government-run CBSE school known for its large campus, experienced teachers, and affordable fees. It’s particularly suitable for families connected to the defence or central government sectors, but civilian families can also apply under general categories.
Best Fit For
Best suited for: Children who thrive in structured, academic environments.
Families looking for affordable, quality CBSE education.
Students who enjoy sports and outdoor activities.
Strengths
Strengths: Strong academic foundation and experienced teachers.
Large, well-maintained campus with good sports facilities.
Affordable fees and transparent admission process.
Balanced focus on academics and co-curriculars.
Trade-offs / Things to check
High competition for admission and limited seats in higher classes.
Two-shift system may affect activity scheduling.
Administrative processes can be slow.
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Recommendations / Questions to Ask
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Are there any new PM SHRI upgrades planned?
How are extracurriculars managed between shifts?
What are the current bus routes and safety measures?
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