HT Top Schools (Navi Mumbai): 7. Podar International School (CIE), Palm Beach Road, Nerul

In 1927, Sheth Anandilal Podar, an eminent Mumbai-based businessman, founded the Podar Group of Schools. Mahatma Gandhi was the first president of the Podar International Trust

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History: In 1927, Sheth Anandilal Podar, an eminent Mumbai-based businessman, founded the Podar Group of Schools. Mahatma Gandhi was the first president of the Podar International Trust. The school started in 2009, with 98 students from Class 1 to 8.

Unique Features: Apart from imparting world-class education through the best use of modern resources, the school also believes in parents being a complete partner in education. The school communicates with all stakeholders whenever there is a need and arranges for meetings with teachers and administrators.

Quote: Our school nourishes the unique ethos of weaving in our parent community into the functioning of the school. -- Padma Negi, principal

Board: Cambridge International Examinations (CIE)

Annual Fees: Rs1,00,100 (Classes 1-8) and 1,07,100 (Classes 8-10)

Students: 370

Student-Teacher ratio: 15:1 (Classes 1-4) and 30:1 (Classes 5-10)

Highest Ratings for: Breadth of vision, safety, health and hygiene, infrastructure and facilities