Best school for your child
8 questions about your family's priorities. We'll match you to the top 3 schools in your city.
How to choose a school in India (2026)
Board, distance, fees and teaching quality all pull in different directions. The quiz shortlists schools for your city and priorities; here is the decision framework.
What actually matters
- Board fit (CBSE, ICSE, State, IB). CBSE suits competitive-exam paths, ICSE for English and breadth, IB or IGCSE for global mobility. Match to your child likely path.
- Commute time matters daily. A long daily commute wears children down; weigh a slightly lesser nearer school against a far top one.
- Fees and the hidden extras. Beyond tuition, factor transport, activities and annual hikes over the full school span.
- Teaching and safety over brand. Pupil-teacher ratio, safety record and teacher stability matter more than reputation or facilities alone.
Common questions
CBSE or ICSE: which board is better?
Neither is universally better. CBSE aligns with Indian competitive exams (JEE, NEET); ICSE emphasises English and broad coursework. Choose based on your child strengths and likely higher-education path.
How important is school distance?
Very; a long daily commute reduces sleep, study time and energy. A good school within a reasonable distance often beats a marginally better one far away.