Sawan International School
Parent InsightsAmbala - Chandigarh Road Lalru Mohali Punjab - 140 501 India
If you’re exploring schools around Lalru or the Ambala–Chandigarh corridor, Sawan International School is one you’ll likely come across. It’s been around for two decades and follows the CISCE (ICSE/ISC) curriculum — something not very common in this region. Here’s a detailed, parent-friendly look at what the school offers, what parents are saying, and what you should check before deciding.
School Information
Board / Curriculum
ICSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Students
Around 383 students (Wowsome listing)
Student–Teacher Ratio
Around 26:1 (Wowsome)
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
140501
Leadership & Staff
- • Founder: Lalit Mohan
- • Principal: Ms. Dalvinder Kaur Mehta (as per directories)
- • ~15 teachers reported
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery | ₹5,000 | As per school’s 2025–26 fee document |
| LKG–Class 5 | ₹5,000–₹7,500 | |
| Class 6–8 | ₹10,000 | |
| Class 9–10 | ₹15,000 / ₹0 | |
| Class 11–12 (All Streams) | ₹7,500 / ₹0 |
• Transport fees not listed publicly; confirm directly with the school.
• Always verify the latest fee structure and any additional annual or caution charges before admission.
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics
Positives
Parents appreciate the ICSE/ISC curriculum and structured teaching.
Watch out for
Some parents question consistency in board results and want more transparency.
Ask: Ask for the last three years’ ICSE/ISC results and subject toppers.
Infrastructure
Positives
The school has labs, library, and an auditorium, which is good for a mid-sized school.
Watch out for
Lack of disabled ramps and unclear campus size are concerns.
Ask: Check if the school has improved accessibility and maintained lab equipment.
Transport & Management
Positives
The school provides its own buses with CCTV and attendants.
Watch out for
Multiple parents have raised issues about transport reliability and management response.
Ask: Ask about bus routes, safety checks, and complaint resolution process.
Fees & Communication
Positives
Fees are modest compared to city schools and publicly available.
Watch out for
Some parents mention unclear communication about dues and charges.
Ask: Request a written breakdown of all fees and refund policies.
Co-curricular Activities
Positives
Annual functions and events are well-documented on the school’s blog.
Watch out for
Limited information on sports achievements or inter-school participation.
Ask: Ask about sports coaching and participation in external competitions.
Campus & Facilities
Not publicly mentioned.
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"Quality teaching — welcoming atmosphere and supportive community."
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"Strong and welcoming Principal and really good teachers. Curriculum and teaching methods different from other schools."
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"Online classes during COVID were organised via WhatsApp groups; teachers active and supportive."
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Concerns raised
"Pathetic school pathetic management and pathetic transport services and 0 parents satisfaction.. pathetic service."
— Ankit Kumar Dhiman, Oct 2022 (Justdial)
"Transport and management issues need improvement."
— Parent review, 2021 (Justdial)
"Academic results not consistent."
— Aggregator comment (BestSchool)
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