Mount St Mary's School
75 Parade Road Delhi Cantt New Delhi · Delhi · Delhi
If you’re a parent looking for a school that balances academics, discipline, and a strong sense of community, Mount St. Mary’s School, Delhi Cantt is one you’ll want to know more about. Here’s a detailed, parent-friendly look at what the school offers — the good, the not-so-good, and what you should check before applying.
Basic Details
- Boards
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Affiliation No. 2730147
- Classes
- Nursery/Prep to Class XII
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (Day school only)
- Founded
- 1963
- Student–teacher ratio
- Approx. 23:1 (based on 1,562 students and 68 teachers)
- Students
- ~1,562 (as of May 2021)
Staff
Principal: Brother Tomy Varghese (MPhil, M.Com, B.Ed), Special Educator: Ms. Shakti Sharma (B.Sc, M.Ed in Special Education), Counsellor: Ms. Reena Saxena (M.A. Social Work)Summary for the Parent
Overview
Mount St. Mary’s School is a long-established CBSE school in Delhi Cantt with a strong academic record and a disciplined environment. It’s particularly well-suited for families from defence backgrounds or those seeking a structured, values-based education.
What kind of child will this school work for best
Children from defence or cantonment families
Students who thrive in structured, disciplined settings
Kids who enjoy organized sports and cultural events
Strengths
Excellent academic results
Large, well-maintained campus
Strong co-curricular and sports culture
Transparent safety and compliance documentation
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
Limited open seats due to defence quota
Some older concerns about staff attitude
Mid-to-high fee bracket
Verify actual sports and extracurricular offerings
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Request the latest fee schedule and transport cost breakdown
Ask about teacher turnover and class size
Discuss the school’s current discipline and child-safety policy
Confirm which sports and clubs are active
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