S D Sr Sec School
Parent InsightsSECTOR-24 CHANDIGARH
- ✦Established in 1964 and managed by the Sanatan Dharam Sabha — one of Chandigarh’s older educational institutions.
- ✦Spacious 37,660 sq. metres campus in a central city location.
- ✦Transparent documentation — MPD, safety certificates, and fee structure are publicly available.
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •S.D. Senior Secondary School, Sector 24/C, is a long-standing CBSE school known for its large campus, active extracurricular life, and transparent documentation. It’s a day school with a balanced focus on academics and activities, though parents should verify current fees and transport details directly.
What kind of child will this school work for best
- •- A child who enjoys participating in events, clubs, and trips.
- •- A child who thrives in a structured CBSE environment with supportive teachers.
Strengths
- •- Large, well-equipped campus
- •- Experienced teaching staff and counsellor
- •- Active extracurricular calendar
- •- Transparent MPD and safety documentation
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
- •- Limited public academic performance data
- •- Confusion about hostel availability
- •- Transport fee details not published
- •- Slight dip in board results in 2022–23
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- •- Confirm the latest fee and transport structure.
- •- Ask for recent board exam results and subject-wise performance.
- •- Meet the counsellor and special educator to understand student support.
- •- Visit the campus to see facilities firsthand.
School Information
Board / Curriculum
CBSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Boarding
Day school only
Established
1964
Pincode
160023
Leadership & Staff
- • Principal: Dr. Nisha Gupta (M.Sc., M.Ed., PhD)
- • 47 teachers (PGT 12, TGT 14, PRT 14, NTT 7)
- • Special Educator: Mr. Vishal
- • Counsellor: Ms. Sangeeta Kanwar
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | Admission ₹0; Tuition ₹0; Yearly Development Charges ₹3,000; Other Charges ₹500 | AY 2023–24 |
| Middle | Admission ₹0; Tuition ₹0; Yearly Development Charges ₹3,500; Other Charges ₹600 | AY 2023–24 |
| Secondary | Admission ₹5; Tuition ₹15; Yearly Development Charges ₹4,000; Other Charges ₹700 | AY 2023–24 |
| Senior Secondary | Admission ₹1,000; Tuition ₹2,100; Yearly Development Charges ₹7,000; Other Charges ₹6,000 | AY 2023–24 |
Admission Process for Interested Parents
Admission forms for 2024–25 are available on the school website; online enquiry for 2025–26 is open.
Fill out the admission form (PDF or online), submit documents, and complete verification at the school office.
Eligibility
- 1.Age criteria follow NEP 2020 guidelines for pre-primary; standard transfer rules for higher classes.
Documents Required
- 1.Birth certificate
- 2.Residence proof (Aadhaar, driving license, passport, etc.)
- 3.Two passport-size photos
- 4.Previous school records (if applicable)
- 5.Category certificate (if applicable)
- 6.Bank details for fee processing
- 7.Transport option (if needed)
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics
Positives
Parents appreciate the experienced teachers and the presence of a counsellor and special educator. The school also has a math lab and promotes activity-based learning.
Watch out for
The school’s Class X pass percentage dipped slightly in 2022–23 (94.59%) compared to previous years. There’s limited public data on academic outcomes beyond this.
Ask: Ask for recent board results and how the school supports students who need extra help.
Infrastructure
Positives
The campus is large and well-equipped with labs, an auditorium, and safety certifications.
Watch out for
Some confusion exists about hostel availability, and there are few parent-uploaded photos online.
Ask: Confirm whether the school is purely day-based and request a campus tour.
Extracurriculars
Positives
The school runs frequent events, trips, and club activities, which parents find engaging.
Watch out for
There’s little information about external competition results or awards.
Ask: Ask how the school encourages participation in inter-school or city-level competitions.
Campus & Facilities
37,660 sq. metres
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"S D Senior Secondary School offers an excellent educational experience with state-of-the-art smartboards, multiple facilities for extracurricular activities, expert faculty members, and clean facilities."
— Gopal Sharma
"Multiple facilities, good events and caring staff."
— Parent testimonial on school website
"Active co-curricular program — science trips, clubs and regular events reported — teachers supportive."
— From school event pages
Concerns raised
"Some parents reported issues historically with discipline and infrastructure maintenance."
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"No detailed transport fee schedule found online; parents might find transport charges unclear until enquiries."
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"Third-party listings vary on details like hostel availability — conflicting information across sites."
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What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
From around 3 years (Nursery) to 17–18 years (Class 12).
Family Backgrounds
Mostly urban families from Chandigarh’s middle-class neighbourhoods.
Socio-economic Profile
A mix of middle to upper-middle income families; the school also supports EWS students.
Child Profiles
Children who are active, social, and enjoy participating in school events, clubs, and sports.
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