Children's Academy , J-block Sector-9 Vijay Nagar Ghaziabad
Parent InsightsJ Block, Sector 9, Vijay Nagar, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh 201009, India
- ✦Established in the mid-1980s, making it one of the older CBSE schools in Vijay Nagar.
- ✦Reported recipient of the British Council International School Award (2019) — verify with school.
- ✦Spacious 3.1-acre campus for an urban location.
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •Children’s Academy, Vijay Nagar is a long-standing CBSE school with a reputation for discipline, structured academics, and a wide range of co-curricular activities.
- •The fees are moderate, and the campus is relatively large for its location.
- •However, parent reviews are mixed — while many appreciate the academics, others raise concerns about management behaviour and teacher turnover.
School Information
Board / Curriculum
Playschools
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Students
Not officially published; estimated 1,500–1,700 students.
Student–Teacher Ratio
~24:1 (UniApply, Ezyschooling)
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
201009
Leadership & Staff
- • Principal Kamlesh Rana (M.A., B.Ed.) on CBSE SARAS; some directories mention P.S. Rana — discrepancy noted.
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Nursery – UKG | ₹51,000 | Reported by Ezyschooling & UniApply |
| Classes 1–5 | ₹46,200–₹51,000 | Slight variation across directories |
| Classes 6–8 | ₹51,000 | Consistent across listings |
| Classes 9–10 | ₹58,200–₹63,000 | Higher due to lab and exam fees |
| Classes 11–12 | ₹81,600 | Senior secondary level |
• Application/Registration Fee: Not published; confirm with school.
• Transport Fee: Available but varies by route; request written breakup.
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics
Positives
Teachers are described as caring and child-focused. Parents appreciate the structured approach and discipline.
Watch out for
Some reviews mention frequent teacher changes and syllabus gaps.
Ask: Ask about teacher retention and how continuity is maintained.
Co-curricular Activities
Positives
The school offers a wide range of activities — music, dance, debate, and art.
Watch out for
Some parents feel sports facilities are overstated online.
Ask: Visit the campus to see actual sports and arts facilities.
Management & Culture
Positives
A few parents mention approachable staff and good discipline.
Watch out for
Several reviews cite rude management and poor staff morale.
Ask: Meet the principal personally and observe staff-parent interactions.
Facilities & Safety
Positives
CCTV and medical room are positives.
Watch out for
Accessibility and GPS tracking on buses appear limited.
Ask: Ask about safety audits and accessibility improvements.
Fees & Value
Positives
Mid-range fees for Ghaziabad; parents find it affordable.
Watch out for
Fee transparency varies; some confusion about inclusions.
Ask: Request a detailed written fee breakup and refund policy.
Campus & Facilities
~3.1 acres (12,949 sq. metres)
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"Children's Academy is a school with difference as it is completely child centric... I strongly recommend this school."
— Divya Mishra
"Very nice school, outstanding discipline and no extravagance. They do most of the things for overall development."
— Suwarna Tripathi
"Excellent school. Well trained, B.Ed. and hard working teachers. Well maintained discipline."
— Shikha Kulshrestha
Concerns raised
"Worst School because of a Worst Principal... She talks in a very dirty tone."
— Anonymous
"Work culture is pathetic. Principal is so rude that she can insult the teacher in front of students."
— Tanisha Kapoor
"All the reviews are given by the teachers of our school... Don’t believe them."
— Zackyander Gaming
What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
2–18 years (Pre-Nursery to Class 12).
Family Backgrounds
Mostly middle to upper-middle-class families from Vijay Nagar and nearby areas.
Socio-economic Profile
Predominantly working professionals and small business families.
Child Profiles
Academically inclined children with interest in co-curriculars; families that value discipline and structure.
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