Expats moving to Delhi long term might consider sending their child to a private school. The language of instruction at private schools in India is English, and the standard of teaching is generally excellent. Sending expat kids to a private school also encourages integration by allowing them to interact with local children and embrace more of the local culture.

Note that children at Indian private schools can be put under a lot of pressure to achieve high grades, something that foreign students may not be accustomed to. Admissions procedures vary across schools, but extensive documentation is generally needed and we recommend starting the application process early.

Below is a list of prominent private schools in Delhi.

Private schools in Delhi

Delhi Public School RK Puram

Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: CBSE
Ages: 12 to 18
Website: www.dpsrkp.net

GD Goenka Public School

Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: CBSE
Ages: 1 to 18
Website: www.gdgps.gdgoenka.com

Modern School

Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: CBSE
Ages: 12 to 18
Website: www.modernschool.net

Springdales School

Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: CBSE
Ages: 3 to 18
Website: www.springdalespusa.com

Vasant Valley

Gender: Co-educational
Curriculum: CBSE
Ages: 3 to 18
Website: www.vasantvalley.org

Further reading

►Education and Schools in Delhi gives an overview of the education system in the city

►For a list of international schools in the city, see International Schools in Delhi

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