Dattakala Shikshan Sanstha
Parent InsightsGAT NO.541/2,OFF.PUNE-SOLAPUR HIGHWAY,SWAMI-CHINCHOLI,TAL-DAUND, DIST-PUNE
- ✦Part of the Dattakala Group of Institutions, which includes engineering, pharmacy, and management colleges.
- ✦CBSE-affiliated with verified credentials (Affiliation No. 1130293).
- ✦Scenic hill-top campus with large open spaces and sports grounds.
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •Dattakala Shikshan Sanstha offers a CBSE curriculum in a spacious, semi-rural setting near Bhigwan. Parents describe it as a nurturing school where children are happy and active. The school benefits from being part of a larger educational group, giving access to good infrastructure and resources.
What kind of child will this school work best for
- •A child who enjoys open spaces and sports
- •A child who thrives in a close-knit, nurturing environment
- •A child comfortable with a semi-rural campus setup
Strengths
- •CBSE affiliation and structured academics
- •Spacious campus with sports and extracurriculars
- •Positive parent feedback on care and attention
- •Access to hostel and transport facilities
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
- •Strict refund and cancellation policy
- •Confusion between group-level and school-level data
- •Verify safety and medical facilities in person
- •Confirm teacher availability for higher grades
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- •Can you share the latest grade-wise fee sheet?
- •What are the qualifications of subject teachers?
- •How are safety and medical emergencies handled?
- •What are the transport routes and costs?
- •Are hostel facilities available for school students?
School Information
Board / Curriculum
CBSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Students
~383 students (Careers360); group claims 5000+ across institutions
Student–Teacher Ratio
~14.7:1 (383 students, 26 teachers)
Boarding
Day school only
Established
2009
Pincode
413130
Leadership & Staff
- • 26 teachers (Careers360); group claims 300+ faculty across institutions
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery–II | ₹15,000–₹17,000 | Based on 2022–23 PDF and Edustoke listing |
| Classes I–IV | ₹16,000–₹17,100 | Annual fee; term-wise options available |
| Classes V–VII | ₹17,800–₹18,800 | 2022–23 data |
| Classes VIII–X | ₹18,900–₹20,000 | 2022–23 data |
| Application Fee | ₹500 | One-time |
| Other Charges | ₹3,000 | Admission/activities |
| Transport | Variable | Route-based monthly charges |
Admission Process for Interested Parents
Admission Period
Rolling admissions; typically January–April for next academic year
Steps
- 1.1. Obtain admission form (online or in person)
- 2.2. Child interaction/observation round
- 3.3. Submit required documents
- 4.4. Pay admission and term fees
Documents Required
- 1.Birth certificate
- 2.Residence proof
- 3.Transfer certificate
- 4.Report card
- 5.Photos
- 6.Parent ID
Refund Policy
Strict — up to 50% deduction after 60 days; no refund after two months [CBSE Admission Policy]
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Early Grades (Nursery–III)
Positives
Parents appreciate the nurturing environment and personal attention. Children seem happy and confident.
Watch out for
Some confusion around fee variations and early payment discounts.
Ask: Can you share the latest fee structure and payment schedule?
Middle Grades (IV–VIII)
Positives
Good balance of academics and extracurriculars; parents mention strong academic foundation.
Watch out for
Some listings show missing safety features; verify compliance.
Ask: Are fire safety and medical facilities regularly inspected?
Secondary (IX–X/XII)
Positives
CBSE affiliation ensures structured academics and exam preparation.
Watch out for
Limited clarity on teacher availability for higher classes.
Ask: How many subject teachers are assigned per class?
Extracurriculars / Sports
Positives
Large playgrounds and active sports culture; students participate in competitions.
Watch out for
Maintenance and access to facilities may vary.
Ask: Can parents visit during sports hours to see facilities in use?
Campus & Facilities
~8.09 hectares (80,937 sq. m) [Careers360]
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"My kids have become smart and happy children."
— Shindi (Edustoke)
"I can proudly say your school is as close to perfect as a school can get."
— Aakriti (Edustoke)
"My child is loved and nurtured as well as academically enriched."
— Bharat (Edustoke)
"This school gave our kids the foundation blocks they needed to excel in higher academics."
— Shital (Edustoke)
"Our experience at this school has been very good. Will recommend it."
— Ritu Rai (Edustoke)
Concerns raised
"No refund of school fees and proportionate deduction of bus fees."
— School Policy (cbse.dattakala.edu.in)
"Aggregator listings show lack of some safety features (Wi‑Fi / fire extinguishers / clinical facility marked as No)."
— Edustoke
"Fees and student numbers vary widely across sources — parents worry about transparency."
— Aggregator observations
What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
3–16 years (Nursery to Class 10 or 12)
Family Backgrounds
Mix of local and regional families from Bhigwan, Daund, and nearby towns
Socio-economic Profile
Middle-income and upwardly mobile families seeking English-medium CBSE education
Child Profiles
Active, outdoorsy children who enjoy sports and a semi-rural campus environment
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