Arunodaya Public School
Parent InsightsVIJAY PARK, KASARVADAVLI THANE MAHRASHTRA
Arunodaya Public School is a long-standing CBSE day school in Thane West offering Nursery–XII. This summary brings together what parents have shared online, what the school officially publishes, and what you should check in person before deciding.
- ✦CBSE affiliation valid till 31 March 2031 [CBSE SARAS]
- ✦Managed by Swami Shri Budhdevji Maharaj Chari Trust
- ✦Published 100% AISSE (Class X & XII) results for 2020–21
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •Arunodaya Public School is a long-established CBSE day school in Thane West with a full Nursery-to-XII offering.
- •It has a history of good board results and a reasonable fee structure.
- •However, recent parent feedback points to concerns about management stability, communication, and transport services.
Best Fit For
- •Best suited for families seeking a structured CBSE curriculum in Thane West; Children who thrive in a moderately sized, academically focused environment; Parents who can stay actively involved and follow up on communication
Strengths
- •Established CBSE track record
- •Reasonable fees for the area
- •Full K-12 offering under one roof
- •Range of co-curricular activities
Trade-offs / Things to check
- •Management and communication consistency
- •Actual availability of listed sports facilities
- •Teacher retention and staff stability
- •Quality and punctuality of bus service
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- •Request the latest detailed fee structure and refund policy.
- •Confirm the current principal and leadership tenure.
- •Ask for recent Class X/XII results and subject-wise performance.
- •Verify which sports and labs are operational on campus.
- •Speak with current parents about transport reliability.
School Information
Board / Curriculum
CBSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Students
3,500 (as per UniApply; confirm with school)
Student–Teacher Ratio
Between 19:1 and 28:1 (varies by source)
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
400601
Leadership & Staff
- • 29 teaching staff (CBSE SARAS snapshot); UniApply lists 67 total faculty
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery (monthly) | ₹3,170 | ≈₹38,000–₹40,000 per year |
| Primary (Classes 1–5) | ₹35,000–₹45,000 per year | Based on directory listings |
| Middle / Secondary (Classes 6–8) | ₹42,720 per year | Justdial |
| Senior Secondary (Classes 9–12) | Similar or slightly higher | Confirm with school |
| Application Fee | Not published | Check with office |
| Transport | Variable by route | Additional cost |
• Fee data online may be outdated; always ask for the latest schedule.
• Request a full breakup (tuition, admission, activity, lab, transport).
• Confirm if any refundable deposit or annual development fee applies.
Admission Process for Interested Parents
Academic Year
April – March
When to Apply
Typically December–February for the next session (confirm current dates).
Documents Required
- 1.Birth Certificate
- 2.Residence Proof
- 3.Transfer Certificate (if applicable)
- 4.Aadhar Card (child and parents)
- 5.Passport-size photographs
Steps
- 1.Collect or download the admission form from the school website or office.
- 2.Submit the form with required documents and application fee.
- 3.Attend interaction/assessment (if applicable).
- 4.Await confirmation and pay admission fees as per schedule.
Contact
For the latest updates, contact the school office directly at 022-2597 1503 / 022-2597 4381 or email principalapsthane@gmail.com.
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics (Primary)
Positives
Parents mention caring teachers and good attention in early grades.
Watch out for
Some report inconsistent teaching quality and staff turnover.
Ask: How stable is the current teaching team? What’s the teacher retention rate?
Secondary & Senior Secondary
Positives
School claims 100% board results in 2020–21.
Watch out for
A few parents mention delays in document handling and administrative inefficiency.
Ask: Can the school share recent board results and college placements?
Extracurriculars & Sports
Positives
Wide range of activities listed; photos show active participation.
Watch out for
Some facilities may not be fully available on campus.
Ask: Which sports are actually conducted on site?
Transport
Positives
Bus service with GPS tracking is available.
Watch out for
Complaints about punctuality and poor service in 2022.
Ask: How are drivers vetted and routes monitored?
Management & Communication
Positives
Some parents recall strong leadership in earlier years.
Watch out for
Recent reviews mention poor response to calls and unclear communication.
Ask: Who is the current principal and how accessible is the admin team?
Campus & Facilities
~1.5 acres
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"Writing something about this great institution makes me feel really proud... I’ll surely rank the school very high on charts."
— Abhinav Jain, 2011
"It's a school in which I have been for 9 years... some teachers are of international standards... overall it’s a pretty cool school and I love it!!"
— Chirayu, 2010
"One of the best CBSE school in Thane. Very good teachers and management. Reasonable fees."
— Suhas, 2016
Concerns raised
"No management, bad administrator, poor students, poor staff are sufferers. Worst bus service... it lost its long‑earned glory."
— Munmun, 2022
"Poor management. Worst school in Thane... admission to andar se hi hota hai..."
— Anjali, 2019
"Not picked up the phone. Phone no. is not working. We cannot solve our query without visiting the school."
— Varsha Gharge, 2024
What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
3 – 18 years (Nursery – Class XII)
Family Backgrounds
Predominantly middle-class and upper-middle-class families from Thane’s Ghodbunder Road area.
Socio-economic Profile
Mix of salaried professionals and small business owners; typical of urban Thane suburbs.
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