St. Pious X School
Parent InsightsRoad No.11 Alwal Hills Secunderabad Telangana - 500 010 India
St. Pious X School is an ICSE-affiliated day school located in Alwal, Secunderabad, established in 2009.
- ✦Managed by the Society of Catechist Sisters of St. Ann, a Catholic minority institution
- ✦Offers ICSE curriculum in the Alwal area — relatively few ICSE schools nearby
- ✦Includes yoga, karate, and seminar classes for holistic development
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •St. Pious X School in Alwal is a Catholic minority ICSE-affiliated day school established in 2009.
- •It’s known for its academic focus and structured environment, though parent experiences vary.
What kind of child will this school work for best
- •- A child who thrives in a disciplined, academically focused setting
- •- Families preferring ICSE curriculum within a local community school
Strengths
- •- ICSE curriculum with focus on academics
- •- Reasonable fees (as per some parents)
- •- Active extracurriculars like yoga and karate
- •- Clean classrooms and labs (as per many reviews)
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
- •- Administrative behaviour and communication
- •- Washroom maintenance and hygiene
- •- Transport availability and safety
- •- Teacher experience consistency across grades
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- •- Request the official fee structure and admission policy
- •- Ask about teacher qualifications and student–teacher ratio
- •- Visit the campus to check hygiene and infrastructure
- •- Speak with current parents about their experience
School Information
Board / Curriculum
ICSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Students
Not publicly available
Student–Teacher Ratio
Not listed
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
500010
Leadership & Staff
- • Principal: Rev. Sr. Swapna Swetha
- • Managed by Society of Catechist Sisters of St. Ann (Catholic minority institution)
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Fees | ₹45,500 (annual) | Listed on Eduminatti; No breakdown provided |
| Monthly Fees | ₹6,000–₹10,000 | Listed on SchoolsUniverse; Conflicts with Eduminatti figure |
• No official fee PDF or admission notice was found on the school website.
• Transport and application fees are not publicly listed.
Admission Process for Interested Parents
Timeline
- 1.Not publicly listed; contact school directly
Application Process
- 1.Online link available on school website, but no downloadable form found
Documents Required
- 1.Not specified publicly
Contact for Admissions
- 1.Phone: 9492029320 / 9502083384
- 2.Email: stpiousalwal@gmail.com
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics
Positives
Many parents appreciate the school’s academic focus and structured ICSE approach.
Watch out for
Some parents feel certain teachers lack subject depth or experience.
Ask: Ask about teacher qualifications and class sizes.
Extracurriculars
Positives
Activities like yoga, karate, and sports are appreciated by families.
Watch out for
A few parents feel extracurricular options are limited compared to other schools.
Ask: Check how often these activities are conducted and for which grades.
Administration & Communication
Positives
Some parents mention responsive staff and online portals.
Watch out for
Several reviews mention rude or unhelpful administrative behaviour.
Ask: Meet the admin team personally before enrolling.
Infrastructure & Hygiene
Positives
Clean classrooms and labs are often mentioned positively.
Watch out for
Washroom maintenance and limited transport options are recurring concerns.
Ask: Visit the campus and check hygiene and transport facilities.
Value for Money
Positives
Many parents find the fees reasonable for ICSE education.
Watch out for
Others feel the fees are high for the facilities offered.
Ask: Request a detailed fee breakdown and refund policy.
Campus & Facilities
Not publicly mentioned
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"St Pious X School offers a nurturing environment with a strong emphasis on academics and character development. The reasonable fees make quality education accessible..."
— Sushma Embary
"I had an excellent interaction with St Pious X School. The school has clean facilities and adequate security... Expert faculty..."
— K. Satish Reddy
"This is best school in Alwal area of ICSE syllabus. My son is studying in this school. Teachers are very knowledgeable..."
— M. Praveen Kumar
Concerns raised
"Principal of St Pious School Alwal is very arrogant... only money-oriented school... not thinking on student future."
— Swapneel Banginwar
"School's Front Office & Administration Department very rude behaviour towards parents... we are paying so much huge fees..."
— Parent review
"Limited facilities and amenities, as well as inexperienced staff with no subject expertise. It's a terrible place for education."
— Deepa Mallavarapu
What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
3–16 years (Nursery to Class X)
Family Backgrounds
Mostly local families from Alwal and nearby Secunderabad areas
Socio-economic Profile
Middle to upper-middle income families
Child Profiles
Academically inclined children who thrive in structured, disciplined environments
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