School Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
Gandhi Nagar PO Sametri Near Rakhiyal Ta Dahegam Gandhi Nagar Gujarat · Ahmedabad · Gujarat
If you’re exploring residential CBSE schools that balance academics, discipline, and co-curricular exposure, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV), Gandhinagar is worth a close look.
Basic Details
- Boards
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
- Classes
- Class VI to XII
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- Fully residential (separate hostels for boys and girls)
- Founded
- 1999
- Student–teacher ratio
- Approximately 25:1 (21 teachers for 525 students)
- Students
- Around 525 students
- Staff
- Experienced teaching staff under Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti; Principal listed as K. Basivi Reddy (as per iCBSE)
Summary for the Parent
Overview
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Gandhinagar (Sametri) offers a disciplined, affordable, and academically strong environment for children who can thrive in a residential setup.
Best Fit For
What kind of child will this school work best for
Children who are self-motivated and comfortable with boarding life
Students who enjoy structured academics and co-curricular balance
Strengths
Affordable, high-quality CBSE education
Strong academic and co-curricular balance
Safe and disciplined residential environment
Large, well-maintained campus
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
Hostel maintenance and food quality
Communication between school and parents
Limited flexibility for day scholars
Confirm current principal and staff details
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Ask for the latest board exam results and alumni outcomes
Visit the hostel and dining areas personally
Clarify all fee components and any optional charges
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