St Mary's School
Parent InsightsK BLOCK, GARIMA GARDEN PASONDA GHAZIABAD UTTAR PRADESH
- ✦Managed by St. Mary’s Catholic Charitable Education Society
- ✦CBSE affiliation valid till 31 March 2031
- ✦Dedicated special educator and counsellor on staff
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •St. Mary’s School, Pasonda is a small, community-focused CBSE school that offers affordable education with a stable teaching team. It’s best suited for families in the local area looking for a straightforward, academically oriented environment without high fees or frills.
Best Fit For
- •A child who thrives in a structured, teacher-led environment
- •A child who doesn’t need a school bus service
- •A child from a local family seeking a CBSE curriculum at modest cost
Strengths
- •CBSE affiliation with transparent documentation
- •Modest and predictable fee structure
- •Presence of counsellor and special educator
- •Stable teaching staff and approachable leadership
Trade-offs / Things to check
- •Limited sports and extracurricular space
- •No school transport facility
- •Few public parent reviews
- •Need to confirm latest fee details
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- •What is the current student strength and class size?
- •Does the school provide any transport assistance?
- •Can I see the last three years’ board results?
- •What additional costs (books, uniforms, excursions) should I expect?
- •Can I speak with a few current parents for feedback?
School Information
Board / Curriculum
CBSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Students
Around 900–1,000 students (based on 25:1 ratio and 37 teachers)
Student–Teacher Ratio
25:1
Boarding
Day school only
Established
1997
Pincode
201005
Leadership & Staff
- • Principal: Sarita Malik (M.A., B.Ed)
- • 37 teaching staff (PGT:1, TGT:20, PRT:11)
- • Special Educator: Suman Raina
- • Counsellor/Wellness Teacher: Rashmi Abraham
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| I | ₹500 | Monthly Tuition: ₹900–1000; Exam Fee: ₹120 |
| V | ₹500 | Monthly Tuition: ₹1100; Exam Fee: ₹150 |
| VIII | ₹500 | Monthly Tuition: ₹1300; Exam Fee: ₹160 |
| X | ₹500 | Monthly Tuition: ₹1700–2000; Exam Fee: ₹180–200 |
• The school publishes fee PDFs for both 2024–25 and 2025–26; confirm which applies to your child’s admission year.
Admission Process for Interested Parents
Admission Period
Application Period: Usually February–April for the new academic year (April–March session)
Eligibility
Nursery to Class 12
Documents Required
- 1.Birth certificate
- 2.Aadhar card
- 3.Photographs
- 4.Address proof
- 5.Previous school report card
- 6.Transfer certificate (if applicable)
Process
- 1.Collect or download the admission form
- 2.Submit required documents
- 3.Pay applicable fees as per the fee structure
- 4.Attend interaction or assessment (if required)
Contact
+91‑7838486287 / stmarysschool943@gmail.com
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics
Positives
Teachers are described as professional and approachable. The school includes a special educator and counsellor, which is reassuring for children needing extra support.
Watch out for
Limited public data on board results; the 2024 Class X pass rate was 77.27%, which is decent but not exceptional.
Ask: Ask for the last three years’ board results and how the school supports weaker students.
Infrastructure
Positives
The campus is clean, compact, and equipped with labs, CCTV, and a playground.
Watch out for
The 1.9-acre campus may feel small compared to larger private schools, limiting sports options.
Ask: Visit the campus to see if the space and facilities meet your child’s needs.
Fees & Affordability
Positives
Fees are modest and transparent compared to many CBSE schools in Ghaziabad.
Watch out for
Two different fee PDFs (2024–25 and 2025–26) show slightly different figures, so clarity is needed.
Ask: Confirm the total annual cost, including books, uniforms, and exam fees.
Parent Communication
Positives
The school publishes mandatory disclosures and staff details online, showing transparency.
Watch out for
Very few parent reviews are available online, making it hard to gauge real experiences.
Ask: Ask the school to connect you with a few current parents for feedback.
Campus & Facilities
~1.9 acres (7,984.7 sq. m)
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by EduTribe.
What parents liked
"Good school with caring teachers."
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"Teachers are professional and well organized."
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"Affordable fees compared to many Ghaziabad schools."
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Concerns raised
"Very limited transport — parents must arrange pick/drop."
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"Few parent reviews; transparency on results could be improved."
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"Fees and exact charges sometimes unclear across documents."
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What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
Nursery to Class 12 (3–18 years)
Family Backgrounds
Mostly local families from Pasonda and Sahibabad
Socio-economic Profile
Middle-income households; parents typically in the ₹2–25 lakh annual income range
Child Profiles
Academically focused children preparing for CBSE exams; community-oriented students with modest exposure to premium extracurriculars
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