D A V Centenary Public School
Parent InsightsNEAR ASTHAL BOHAR DELHI ROAD ROHTAK HARYANA
If you’re exploring CBSE schools around Rohtak, D.A.V. Centenary Public School, Kalanaur is one of the long-standing DAV institutions in the area. This summary brings together verified details, parent feedback, and practical insights to help you decide if it’s the right fit for your child.
- ✦Part of the long-established DAV network with CBSE affiliation no. 530141.
- ✦Over three decades of presence in Kalanaur (founded 1989).
- ✦Regular hawans and cultural assemblies reflecting DAV’s value-based education.
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •D.A.V. Centenary Public School, Kalanaur is a long-standing CBSE-affiliated day school managed by the DAV College Committee.
Best Fit For
- •A child who thrives in a disciplined, academic environment.
- •Families who value DAV’s moral and cultural ethos.
- •Students who live locally and don’t rely heavily on advanced sports facilities.
Strengths
- •Strong academic orientation under DAV management.
- •Affordable fee structure for a CBSE senior secondary school.
- •Stable presence in the community since 1989.
- •Positive parent feedback on teacher commitment.
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
- •Limited sports and extracurricular infrastructure.
- •Unclear safety and accessibility provisions.
- •Conflicting information about transport and leadership.
- •Limited online transparency (few reviews, missing data).
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- •Who is the current principal and what is their tenure?
- •Can the school share the latest Mandatory Public Disclosure and Fee Structure PDFs?
- •What safety measures (fire, medical, transport) are in place?
- •How are sports and extracurriculars supported?
- •What is the current student–teacher ratio?
School Information
Board / Curriculum
CBSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Student–Teacher Ratio
Approx. 17:1–22:1 (based on ~90 teachers)
Boarding
Day school only
Established
1986
Pincode
124001
Leadership & Staff
- • CBSE SARAS lists Principal as Vijay Pal (Ph.D., B.Ed., M.A.)
- • School’s own PDF lists Dr. Ashok Kumar (Ph.D., M.Phil) as Principal.
- • Managed by DAV College Managing Committee.
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Tuition | ₹20,400 | As per Edustoke (AY 2024-25) |
| Admission Fee | ₹1,100 | One-time |
| Application Fee | ₹1,000 | Payable at form submission |
| Transport Fee | ₹8,400 | If transport is available; confirm routes and safety measures |
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics
Positives
Parents appreciate the teachers’ dedication and the school’s focus on academic excellence. The DAV curriculum provides a structured CBSE pathway.
Watch out for
Limited data on board results or subject‑wise performance is available publicly.
Ask: Ask for recent board exam results and subject toppers.
Infrastructure
Positives
Classrooms, computer lab, and library are considered adequate for a town‑level school.
Watch out for
Sports facilities and safety infrastructure need attention according to parents.
Ask: Check if the school has upgraded sports areas or added safety measures recently.
Faculty & Management
Positives
Teachers are described as committed and approachable.
Watch out for
Confusion about the current principal’s name and leadership stability.
Ask: Confirm who the current principal is and how long they’ve been in charge.
Transport & Safety
Positives
Some listings mention transport availability.
Watch out for
Contradictory information about bus service and safety provisions.
Ask: Ask for bus routes, driver verification, and first‑aid arrangements.
Campus & Facilities
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"Institute has empowered with advanced infrastructure."
— Satish Arora
"Faculty team are dedicated to produce the future leaders."
— Manak Bansal
"Amenities like computer lab, Library, and Classroom are collaborated for Student needs."
— Tilu
"The School is committed to striving for academic excellence."
— Nanakusa
Concerns raised
"Sporting platform in school is very simple, school have to focus on uplift those spaces."
— Parvesh
"Edustoke lists missing safety features such as ramps, clinic, and fire extinguishers — please verify on visit."
— Edustoke
"Confusion over transport availability; some directories list it, others don’t."
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What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
3 – 18 years (Nursery – Class XII)
Family Backgrounds
Mostly local families from Kalanaur and nearby Rohtak towns.
Socio-economic Profile
Middle to upper-middle-income households; moderate fee structure.
Child Profiles
Academically inclined children who thrive in structured, traditional CBSE settings. Sports‑focused children may need external coaching.
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