GD Goenka Public School
Parent InsightsBLOCK-A, SECTOR-48, GURGAON
- ✦Established CBSE school with over two decades of presence in Gurugram
- ✦6-acre campus with a balance of academics and extracurriculars
- ✦Active parent engagement and approachable leadership
Summary for Parents
Summary For The Parent
- •G D Goenka Public School, Sector 10A, is a long-standing CBSE-affiliated day school in Gurugram known for its structured academics, active extracurricular calendar, and approachable staff. Parents generally appreciate the school’s balance of academics and activities, though some mention communication and transport as areas to watch.
- •What kind of child this school suits best: A child who enjoys both academics and co-curricular activities; A child who thrives in a structured, moderately competitive environment
- •Strengths: Strong academic foundation; Large, well-equipped campus; Supportive and accessible teachers; Active extracurricular and cultural programs
- •Potential trade-offs / Things to check: Heavy extracurricular schedule for younger children; Fee structure clarity; Transport punctuality and communication consistency
- •Recommendations / Questions to Ask: - Request the latest fee structure and refund policy; - Ask about academic support for weaker students; - Check how the school manages homework and extracurricular balance; - Speak to current parents for real-time feedback
School Information
Board / Curriculum
CBSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Students
~920 (Careers360, AY 2024–25)
Student–Teacher Ratio
~13:1 (based on CBSE SARAS data; other sources vary)
Boarding
Day school only
Established
2013
Pincode
122001
Leadership & Staff
- • Experienced leadership team
- • Montessori-trained coordinators
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Fee (one-time) | ₹70,000 | As per 2022–23 PDF (provisional) |
| Quarterly Composite Fee (Nursery–I) | ₹51,372 | Excludes transport |
| Quarterly Composite Fee (II–XII) | ₹51,312 | Excludes transport |
| Transport (0–8 km) | ₹13,041 | Per quarter |
| Transport (8–16 km) | ₹14,064 | Per quarter |
| Transport (16+ km) | ₹15,965 | Per quarter |
| Application Fee | ₹500 | Payable at form submission |
• Provisional fee document for AY 2022–23
• Excludes transport
• Excludes transport
• Per quarter
• Per quarter
• Per quarter
• Payable at form submission
Admission Process for Interested Parents
When to Apply
Admissions typically open in autumn/winter for the next academic year
Application Fee
₹500 (as per admission guidelines)
Process
- 1.Submit the form with required documents
- 2.Interaction/assessment (for some grades)
- 3.Admission confirmation
Documents Required
- 1.Birth certificate
- 2.Previous school records
- 3.Photographs
- 4.Aadhaar
- 5.proof of residence
- 6.vaccination record
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics
Positives
Parents appreciate the structured CBSE curriculum and approachable teachers. The school is known for maintaining academic rigor.
Watch out for
A few parents feel the extracurricular load sometimes overshadows academics for younger children.
Ask: How does the school balance academics and co-curriculars, especially in primary grades?
Extracurriculars
Positives
Offers a wide range of sports, arts, and cultural events that help children explore their interests.
Watch out for
Some parents mention scheduling stress due to too many activities.
Ask: Can parents opt out of certain activities if the child feels overwhelmed?
Infrastructure & Safety
Positives
Spacious campus, labs, and CCTV security are appreciated.
Watch out for
A few parents mention transport delays and unclear communication.
Ask: What are the safety protocols for transport and campus supervision?
Fees & Transparency
Positives
Many parents find the fees reasonable for the facilities offered.
Watch out for
Fee details across sources are inconsistent, causing confusion.
Ask: Can the school share a written fee breakup and refund policy?
Campus & Facilities
~6 acres (Careers360)
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"Faculty, academics, curriculum are brilliant... Teachers are available 24/7, management welcomes you with open arms."
— Jyoti Agarwal
"My daughter studying in class 1 has benefitted a lot from the curriculum and extracurricular activities."
— Namrata Verma
"The team at GD Goenka listens attentively to parents' concerns and provides swift and effective solutions."
— Deepak Bajaj
Concerns raised
"There is so much extracurricular activity that many parents have felt overwhelmed."
— Parent post
"Some reviews mentioned that the staff and education at Meenakshi Schools are substandard."
— JustDial user (historical concern)
"Transport punctuality and communication could be improved."
— Parent comment on aggregator site
What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
3–18 years (Nursery to Grade 12)
Family Backgrounds
Mostly working professionals and business families from Gurugram’s urban sectors
Socio-economic Profile
Middle to upper-middle class families investing in private CBSE education
Child Profiles
Academically inclined children with exposure to sports, arts, and co-curricular activities
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