Sardar Patel Vidyalaya is one of Delhi's most respected schools and appears on our New Delhi city hub. It was established in 1958 by the Gujarat Education Society to serve the capital of a newly independent India, and it sits at Lodhi Estate in central Delhi. The school is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education and is distinctive for using Hindi as the medium of instruction at the primary stage, moving to English from Class 6, with Hindi and Sanskrit taught up to Class 8.
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At a glance
Curriculum and academics
Sardar Patel Vidyalaya follows a CBSE programme, but it is set apart by its language approach. It uses Hindi as the medium of instruction at the primary stage, one of very few private schools in the capital to do so, before English becomes the medium from Class 6, with Hindi and Sanskrit remaining part of the timetable up to Class 8. Our CBSE curriculum guide explains how the national board is structured across the primary and senior years.
The school has a long standing reputation for academic seriousness paired with a strong culture in music, theatre and the visual arts, and its founding purpose of serving a broad cross section of the capital still shapes its ethos. That combination is a large part of why it is so well regarded among central Delhi families.
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Sardar Patel Vidyalaya fees
Sardar Patel Vidyalaya sits in the lower to mid band on our New Delhi international school fees guide relative to the international market, in keeping with a not for profit society school rather than a premium international one. The school does not publish a single figure we can confirm, and numbers on third party aggregator sites vary, so treat any quote as indicative and confirm the current schedule directly with the admissions office.
Tuition is only part of the budget. A one time admission charge and periodic charges may apply, and transport, meals, uniform and trips add to the yearly total. Families comparing the full cost across the city can use the New Delhi primary fees and secondary fees references alongside our compare tool.
Admissions
The school follows the Indian academic year and demand for places is high, particularly at the nursery entry point where published admission criteria apply. Applicants provide the standard documentation and a record of any prior schooling, with an age appropriate interaction for the youngest children. Families considering the school should be comfortable with Hindi medium teaching in the early years.
Senior places are limited, so relocating families should apply early and ask the admissions team directly about availability and the current intake window.
Location and who goes there
The campus sits at Lodhi Estate in central Delhi, a leafy, well connected district close to Lodhi Gardens and the government quarter. That central location makes it convenient for families across the heart of the capital.
The intake is largely made up of established central Delhi families who value the school's Hindi medium primary approach and its academic and cultural reputation. For the wider view of where families settle across the capital, see the New Delhi city hub.
Reviews
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Frequently asked questions
How much are Sardar Patel Vidyalaya fees?
The school sits in the lower to mid band on our New Delhi fees guide relative to the international market. It does not publish a single figure we can confirm, so treat any quote as indicative and confirm the current schedule with the admissions office.
What curriculum does Sardar Patel Vidyalaya follow?
It is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education and uses Hindi as the medium of instruction at the primary stage, moving to English from Class 6, teaching to Class 12.
When was Sardar Patel Vidyalaya founded?
The school was established in 1958 by the Gujarat Education Society.
Where is Sardar Patel Vidyalaya?
The campus is at Lodhi Estate in central Delhi, close to Lodhi Gardens and the government quarter.
Is Sardar Patel Vidyalaya a good school?
It is one of the most respected schools in Delhi, distinctive for its Hindi medium primary teaching and its academic and cultural tradition. Whether it is the right fit depends on your child and your preferences. We do not publish a rating without verified reviews.
