North Point Children Academy
Parent Insights50, Tapkeshwar Road Garhi Dehra Dun Cantt. Uttarakhand - 248 003 India
- ✦Established in the early 1980s, one of the older ICSE schools in Dehradun.
- ✦Offers both ICSE and ISC streams with Science, Commerce, and Humanities.
- ✦Day-cum-boarding model gives flexibility to parents.
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •North Point Children Academy is a long-standing ICSE/ISC school in Garhi Cantt, Dehradun, offering both day and boarding options. It’s known for its structured academics, co-curricular balance, and approachable teachers, though transparency around fees and infrastructure details could be improved.
What kind of child will this school work best for
- •- A child who thrives in a structured, disciplined environment
- •- A child who enjoys both academics and extra-curricular activities
- •- A child comfortable in a mid-sized, community-oriented school
Strengths
- •- Established reputation and ICSE/ISC affiliation
- •- Balanced focus on academics and activities
- •- Day-cum-boarding flexibility
- •- Positive parent feedback on teacher involvement
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
- •- Fee structure not clearly published
- •- Limited independent data on board results
- •- Hostel and transport details need verification
- •- Founding year discrepancy (1982 vs 1984)
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- •- Request the latest fee structure and refund policy in writing.
- •- Ask for CISCE affiliation number and recent board results.
- •- Confirm hostel facilities, safety measures, and medical support.
- •- Speak with a few current parents for first-hand feedback.
- •- Visit the campus to verify facilities like labs and sports areas.
School Information
Board / Curriculum
ICSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Students
Not published officially
Student–Teacher Ratio
Not available; 19 teachers listed on Careers360
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
248003
Leadership & Staff
- • 19 teachers listed on Careers360
- • School mentions “highly qualified and dedicated faculty”
- • Regular interactive sessions with guest speakers
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Registration / Application | ~5,000 | Listed on some directories |
| Annual Tuition (Day Scholars) | ~25,000 | Approximation from third-party portals |
| Boarding Deposit / Non-Refundable | ~20,000 | Mentioned on one boarding directory |
| Transport | 1,000–4,000 per month | Depends on route; confirm directly |
• The school does not publish its fee structure online.
• Figures above come from third-party listings and may be outdated.
• Always ask the school for a written, updated fee schedule before applying.
Admission Process for Interested Parents
Admission Steps
- 1.When to Apply: Typically between November and January for the next academic year.
- 2.How to Apply: Online registration through the school’s website or collect the form from the school office.
- 3.Selection Process: Entrance test and/or interview for certain classes.
- 4.Documents Required: Birth certificate, Transfer certificate (if applicable), Passport‑size photos of child and parents, Proof of residence and medical records, Previous school report cards.
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics
Positives
Parents mention strong ICSE/ISC results and dedicated teachers. The school highlights toppers and 100% pass rates.
Watch out for
No independent board data publicly available to confirm these claims.
Ask: Can the school share recent CISCE result sheets or gazette copies?
Infrastructure & Campus
Positives
Clean, well-maintained campus with labs and activity areas.
Watch out for
Some facilities like the swimming pool and hostel are listed on directories but not confirmed on the official site.
Ask: Can parents visit the hostel and sports areas before admission?
Fees & Transparency
Positives
Parents find the fee reasonable for an ICSE school.
Watch out for
Lack of published fee structure and unclear boarding costs.
Ask: Can the school provide a detailed written fee breakdown?
Boarding & Transport
Positives
Boarding and transport options make it flexible for local and outstation families.
Watch out for
Limited information on hostel staff, medical care, and transport safety.
Ask: What is the staff-to-student ratio in hostels and how is medical care managed?
Campus & Facilities
Not published.
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"My son is happy at this school, he takes part in a lot of extracurricular activities and has also improved a lot in his studies over this past year."
— Snigdha Bhuyan
"North Point Children's Academy is a premier and long-established school in Dehradun, located near Tapkeshwar Road in Garhi Cantt."
— Jp Bhattrai
"Quality education blended with values and ethics; staff are helpful and interactive."
— Parent comment on Careers360 forum
Concerns raised
"Average."
— Pushpendar
"Fee details should be more transparent; not easily available online."
— Parent forum snippet
"Paperwork during admission season can be slow."
— Older Justdial review (2012–2014)
What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
From 3 years (Playgroup) to 17–18 years (Class XII).
Family Backgrounds
Mix of local Dehradun families and defence personnel from the Cantt area.
Socio-economic Profile
Predominantly middle to upper-middle-income families.
Child Profiles
Students active in academics, sports, and co-curriculars; children who do well in structured environments.
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