Qaumi Sr Sec School
6526 Shahi Idgah New Delhi · Delhi · Delhi
If you’re a parent living around the Shahi Idgah or Paharganj area and looking for a long-standing CBSE-affiliated school that’s affordable and community-based, Qaumi Senior Secondary School might already be on your list.
Basic Details
- Boards
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) – Affiliation No. 2778039
- Classes
- Class 1 to Class 12
- Boarding
- No (Day school only)
- Founded
- 1948 (as per multiple sources); CBSE SARAS record lists 01 April 1991 as date of first opening
- Student–teacher ratio
- Not available; 18–19 teachers listed in CBSE SARAS and directories
Co-ed
Conflicting sources – some list as boys-only, others as co-ed. On-ground evidence suggests it operates mainly as a boys’ school.Staff
Principal listed as Abdul Wahab (CBSE SARAS) / Mohabbat Ali (other directories), 18 teaching staff, 2 administrative staffSummary for the Parent
Overview
Qaumi Senior Secondary School is a long-established, CBSE-affiliated, government-aided school located in the heart of Paharganj. It offers affordable education and a sense of community but has limited online transparency and modest infrastructure.
What kind of child will this school work best for
- A child who thrives in a close-knit, community-based environment
- A student who needs a CBSE curriculum at a low cost
Strengths
- Long history and CBSE affiliation
- Affordable, government-aided structure
- Local accessibility for central Delhi families
- Basic academic and library facilities
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
- Limited online information and outdated contact details
- Confusion about co-ed vs boys-only status
- Modest infrastructure and limited extracurriculars
- No clear data on board results or student numbers
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- Confirm if the school is co-ed or boys-only
- Request the latest fee and transport details
- Ask for Class 10 and 12 board results
- Check classroom and sanitation conditions during a visit
- Speak to current parents for firsthand feedback
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