Universal High School
J. K. Karmalkar Marg, Tilak Nagar, Chembur Mumbai Maharashtra - 400089 India · Mumbai · Maharashtra
If you’re exploring ICSE schools in Chembur, Universal High School (Tilak Nagar) is likely to come up in your search. It’s a modern, activity‑focused campus that’s part of the larger Universal Education group.
Basic Details
- Boards
- ICSE (CISCE)
- Classes
- Playgroup to Secondary (UniApply lists up to Class 7)
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (day school only)
- Founded
- Conflicting data — Universal group cites since 1968, while UniApply lists 2019 for this campus
- Student–teacher ratio
- ~30:1 (UniApply, Justdial)
- Students
- Not officially published; marketing mentions “1000+ Happy Parents”
- Staff
- Principal: Bhavna Punjabi; part of Universal Education’s advisory network
Summary for the Parent
Overview
Universal High School, Chembur (Tilak Nagar) is a modern ICSE school that blends academics with a strong extracurricular program. Parents often highlight the caring teachers and the school’s focus on technology and sports. However, administrative transparency — especially around fees and document handling — has been a concern, with a formal consumer commission order in 2024.
Best Fit For
Children who thrive in activity-rich, technology-enabled environments
Families who value a balance between academics and co-curriculars
Strengths
Wide range of sports and creative programs
Smart classrooms and robotics labs
Warm, attentive teachers (as per parent testimonials)
Good safety and transport systems
Trade-offs
Fee transparency and refund/TC policies
Occasional delays in supplies and communication
No published academic results for this campus
Administrative responsiveness during transitions
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