9. Birla School, Kalyan –West

HT Top Schools survey 2017: Top 10 schools from the north zone — areas north of Goregaon in the western suburbs, Ghatkopar in the eastern suburbs, and Thane

HISTORY: The school was founded in 1998 by Kalyan Citizens Education Society. It has come way since its inception and crossed many milestones while progressing towards excellence.

UNIQUE FEATURES: The school has a virtual ATM and a science park to explain various concepts to the students. It has a huge online presence with initiatives like interactive portal for parents, online payment of fees, online admission, a Facebook page, blog and a Youtube channel.

Highest Ratings in: Sports, Value for money, Cultural activities

Board: CBSE

Annual fee:Rs56,063

Number of students: 2800

Student-Teacher ratio: 20:1

Quote: The school focuses on every small aspect which can bring quality in the process of developing responsible, learned and emotionally balanced students.

RANJNA JANGRA, principal