Surya Varsani Academy
Parent InsightsSurya Village, Near Sanatorium, Bhuj-Mundra Highway Tehsil Bhuj, Sedata, Gujarat 370427
- ✦30-acre modern campus with an Olympic-size swimming pool and indoor stadium.
- ✦Dual curriculum: Cambridge IGCSE and CISCE (ICSE/ISC).
- ✦English induction program for younger students.
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •Surya Varsani Academy stands out in Bhuj for its impressive campus and international curriculum options. Parents consistently praise its infrastructure and sports facilities. However, reviews also highlight concerns about teacher turnover and academic consistency, especially in higher grades.
Best Fit For
- •A child who thrives in a large, activity-rich environment.
- •A child comfortable with English-medium and international-style learning.
Strengths
- •Excellent infrastructure and sports facilities.
- •Dual curriculum options (IGCSE and CISCE).
- •Calm, clean, and safe campus.
- •Boarding facilities from Grade 6 onwards.
Trade-offs
- •Teacher stability and senior academic quality.
- •Fee transparency and value for money.
- •Management responsiveness to parent feedback.
- •Boarding care and supervision quality.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- •Request the latest fee structure and inclusions.
- •Ask for teacher lists and qualifications for your child’s grade.
- •Speak to current parents about academic consistency.
- •Visit classrooms and observe teaching methods.
- •Confirm transport routes and boarding policies.
School Information
Board / Curriculum
IGCSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English-medium
Type
Co-ed
Students
Around 470 students
Student–Teacher Ratio
Conflicting reports: 1:28 (directories) vs ~8:1 (based on teacher count)
Boarding
Yes
Pincode
370427
Leadership & Staff
- • 17 PGTs
- • 9 TGTs
- • 28 PRTs
- • 5 PETs
- • ~70 non-teaching staff
- • Principal: Ms. Vineeta Rajput
- • Chairman: V. J. Patel
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Day School (IGCSE) | ₹60,000 | Annual tuition |
| Boarding (Indian Students) | ₹4,31,000 | Includes boarding and meals |
| Admission Fee | ₹5,000–₹5,500 | One-time |
| Security Deposit (Boarding) | ₹15,000–₹30,000 | Refundable |
| Transport | Route-based |
• Annual tuition
• Includes boarding and meals
• One-time
• Refundable
• Route-based
Admission Process for Interested Parents
Timeline
- 1.Enquiry: Contact the admissions office or schedule a campus visit.
- 2.Application: Submit the registration form with required documents.
- 3.Assessment: Entrance test or interview (depending on grade).
- 4.Confirmation: Pay admission and security fees to confirm the seat.
Documents Required
- 1.Birth certificate
- 2.Residence proof
- 3.Transfer certificate and report card (if applicable)
- 4.Aadhar or photo ID (child and parents)
- 5.Photographs
- 6.Medical certificate
Contact for Admissions
Email: admissions@sva.school Phone: +91 94271 54154
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Primary / KG
Positives
Parents appreciate the calm environment and English induction program. The kindergarten area is well-equipped and nurturing.
Watch out for
Some parents suggest checking the teaching approach and early learning methods during a visit.
Ask: How do teachers support children transitioning from local-language backgrounds?
Secondary / Senior
Positives
Offers IGCSE and ISC pathways with good lab and library resources.
Watch out for
Concerns about teacher turnover and lack of experienced senior faculty.
Ask: Can the school share teacher qualifications and tenure for Grades 9–12?
Curriculum
Positives
Dual affiliation (IGCSE + CISCE) gives flexibility for future studies.
Watch out for
Parents should confirm which stream has stable teaching staff.
Ask: Which board is more established at SVA — IGCSE or CISCE?
Sports & Activities
Positives
Excellent sports infrastructure and active participation in events.
Watch out for
Some parents question the consistency of coaching quality.
Ask: Are there dedicated coaches for each sport, and how often are sessions held?
Fees & Value
Positives
Facilities justify the cost for some families.
Watch out for
Others feel the academic quality doesn’t match the fee level.
Ask: What exactly is included in the annual fee (meals, uniforms, activities)?
Campus & Facilities
30 acres
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"Awesome location, surrounded by hills... infrastructure is superb... top class indoor sporting facility."
— Ravi Maheshwari
"SVA's atmosphere is very natural, calm and healthy... modern gurukul... they teach real learning."
— Hardi Mehta
"We have recently been transferred from Mumbai and got admission in SVA for good education, environment and overall growth of my kid."
— Suman Kumari Tiwari
"Very beautiful campus and one of the best swimming pools I've seen."
— Daksh Thacker
Concerns raised
"High fee structure... classes were not helpful, and the teachers were not nice... I did not get good value for my money."
— Nikita Davda
"Unprofessional staff. Incompetent Principal & vice principal... more than 10 staff left in one year."
— Jason Majumdar
"Worst Management. No professionalism... They just don't care."
— Chandra Sekhar K
"No good senior secondary level teachers. Even recently, one good senior physics teacher was forced to retire."
— Employee review
What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
Nursery to Grade 12; boarding from Grade 6 onwards.
Family Backgrounds
Mix of local Bhuj/Kutch families and outstation boarders seeking international exposure.
Socio-economic Profile
Middle to upper-middle income families; boarding students often from families comfortable with higher annual fees.
Child Profiles
Children who enjoy sports, structured routines, and English-medium learning. Those needing strong academic mentoring should check senior faculty stability.
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