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Modern Public School

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 2435
Type Co-educational
Opened 1971
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), Indian Curriculum, CBSE Curriculum
Taught languages English, Hindi, French, German
Typical class size 42
Strengths STEM, Sport, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Modern Public School, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi, established 1971, is co-educational English-medium school offering international and national curricula. In the primary years, it follows the IB Primary Years Programme; from Class VI to VIII it follows NCERT-based syllabi with additions in Art, Craft, Yoga, Karate, Music, Computers, Dance; a third language (Sanskrit or French) under the three-language formula. From Class IX to XII the school adopts the CBSE syllabus with streams in Science, Commerce and Humanities; compulsory internal assessment subjects for all streams include General Studies, Physical & Health Education and Work Experience, with options for Drawing & Painting or Music/Dance/Dramatics. The campus features a library (9,635 volumes), science, computer, maths and geography labs, a Creativity Hub, Dramm Jamm Music Lab, and Kala Amrit auditorium, plus a Brainy Science Laboratory and sport facilities. Programs include Atal Tinkering Lab and exchanges with UK, Japan, Singapore, Italy and Korea. Principal: Dr. Alka Kapur.

B-Block, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi - 110088

The Essentials

Modern Public School has 2,435 pupils, typical class sizes of 42, instruction in English.

Location
Modern Public School is located at B-Block, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi - 110088. The contact numbers are +91-11-41427627, 41426165, 47354557. The principal email is alkakapur23@gmail.com and the school email is info@mpsshalimarbagh.com.

Stages
Pre School to Class V: IB Primary Years Programme (PYP). Classes VI to VIII follow NCERT syllabi with a third language Sanskrit or French under the three-language formula. Classes IX to XII follow CBSE syllabi with streams in Science, Commerce, and Humanities (XI–XII).

Type
Co-educational, English-medium Senior Secondary School; IB PYP in the primary years and CBSE in the secondary years.

Additional learning support
ALF - Additional Learning Facilities are provided (ALF charges are listed in the school's fee structure).
Diving Deeper

House System
The school has a four-house system: Gandhi House, Nehru House, Subhash House and Tagore House. Students participate in inter-house events such as dances, skits, debates, rangoli, poster making, poem recitation and calligraphy, fostering healthy competition and learning collaboration.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a School Managing Committee (SMC). The List of Members of School Managing Committee includes Shri K. L. Sobti; Mr. Ajay Kapur; Dr. Alka Kapur; Mr. Ajai Mani Tripathi; two DE Nominees; two Advisory Board Nominees; Mr. Sunil Maini; Mr. Architt Bhardwaj; Mrs. Nidhi Jain; Mrs. Ritu Madaan; Mr. Vinay Rattan; Mrs. Ravinder Gumber; Mrs. Sapna Charha; Mrs. Mena Mittle; Mrs. Pallavi Sharma; Mr. Somesh Pathak; Mrs. Poonam Singh; Mr. Sanjay Bhartiya; Mr. Rajiv Duggal.
Fees
Application / Admission Fees
- No separate numeric application fee or a published one‑time admission fee amount is listed in the school's publicly available fee documents. At the time of admission, fees and initial payments are accepted by Demand Draft or by Debit/Credit card in the school.

Tuition fees (per term / per year by class)
- Specific tuition fee amounts per class, per term or per year are not published in the school's publicly available fee schedule or mandatory disclosure documents. Therefore exact per‑term and per‑year tuition figures cannot be provided here.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are charged on a 12‑month basis. Fee payment may be made quarterly or monthly. Quarterly payments cover three months and are scheduled in April, July, October and January. Quarterly fees are to be deposited by the 20th of the month in which they are due. Monthly fees are to be deposited by the 10th of every month. Parents must deposit the March fee together with the February fee. Fee payment can be made online or by cheque. Late‑payment fines apply.
- Online payment is supported through the school's payment gateway (PayTm via the school's ERP). Online transaction charges are not part of the fee and card/net‑banking transaction charges apply as applicable. Cash challan deposits are accepted (no additional charge for cash challan). The school's ERP and payment gateway processing times mean that online transactions may take 1–2 days to reflect; parents are responsible for ensuring timely payment to avoid fines.
- At admission the school accepts Demand Drafts or Debit/Credit cards in person; regular fee deposits may be made online, by cheque or in person as per the published procedure. Bank details for deposits list Union Bank of India, AM‑10 branch (AM‑10, Near DAV School, Shalimar Bagh) with the branch phone number provided for fee deposit enquiries. Office/banking timings are published for in‑person transactions.

Boarding fees
- No boarding facility or boarding fee schedule is listed in the school's public information; the school is operated as a day school and no boarding charges are published.

Other costs and one‑time / miscellaneous fees
- Duplicate Transfer Certificate (T.C.): Rs. 100.00.
- Duplicate fee bill / fee booklet: Rs. 20.00.
- Duplicate Progress Report (folder): Rs. 100.00.
- Folder sheet: Rs. 50.00.
- Duplicate Class Pass: Rs. 50.00.
- Duplicate Library Card: Rs. 50.00.
- Duplicate Identity Card: Rs. 150.00.
- Paper rechecking (Annual Exam): Rs. 200.00 per paper.
- Compartmental or other special exam fees: Rs. 200.00 per subject up to Class VIII; Rs. 250.00 per subject for Classes IX to XII.
- All other miscellaneous charges and procedures for payment are published; all fees and other charges are subject to alteration at the sole discretion of the School Management.

Refund information and dispute handling
- For online payment technical issues where a payment is deducted but does not immediately show in the school ERP, the school will manually enter the payment after settlement; this process may take 7–10 working days for the payment to be credited to the school account. In cases of duplicate/ multiple payments, the school will refund once the school account receives settlement (typically 7–10 working days) or may adjust the extra amount to the next month's fee at the payer's request. For other payment discrepancies, parents must contact the school and the school's decision is final.

Fee payment options (accepted methods)
- Online payment via the school's payment gateway (PayTm) through the school ERP. Net banking, debit card and credit card payments are accepted (card/net‑banking transaction charges apply as per provider). Cash challan deposits are accepted (no extra charge for cash challan). Cheque payments and in‑person Demand Drafts are accepted for admission and other payments where specified. The school's ERP provider is QuickCampus (Quicktouch Technologies) and PayTm is named as the payment gateway provider.

Summary of availability of published figures (important)
- The school publishes the billing schedule, payment methods, miscellaneous duplicate‑document and exam fees, refund/technical‑issue handling and other payment terms. However, specific tuition fee amounts by year group or class (per term / per year) are not present in the school's publicly available fee documents for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years; therefore exact tuition figures cannot be provided here.
Academics

Modern Public School teaches IB (PYP), Indian Curriculum, CBSE Curriculum.

Curriculum
Curriculum for Pre School to Class V follows the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP). The PYP is inquiry-based, transdisciplinary and student-centered, focusing on developing conceptual understanding and lifelong learners. It emphasizes learner agency and a strong learning community. The subjects include English Communicative, Hindi Couse B, Sanskrit, French, German, Mathematics (Standard and Basic), Science, Social Science, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Physical Activity Trainer, Environmental Education, Art Education, Physical & Health Education, and Work Experience. Classes VI to VIII are based on NCERT syllabi with additions such as Art, Craft, Yoga, Karate, Music, Computers and Dance, and a third language Sanskrit or French under the three-language formula of NPE. Classes IX to XII follow CBSE syllabi; IX-X offer subjects including English Communicative, Hindi Course B, Sanskrit, French, German, Mathematics (Standard and Basic), Science, Social Science, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Physical Activity Trainer, Environmental Education, Art Education, Physical & Health Education, and Work Experience. Classes XI and XII provide three streams: Science Group (English Core, Physics, Chemistry; Biology or Computer Science or Engineering Graphics; Mathematics or Applied Mathematics; Yoga or Physical Activity Trainer or AI), Commerce Group (English Core, Business Studies, Accountancy, Economics; Mathematics or Informatics Practices; Physical Education or Commercial Arts; Yoga or AI), and Humanities Group (English Core, Geography, Psychology; Economics or Political Science; Commercial Arts or Informatics Practices or Applied Mathematics; Yoga or AI). Compulsory internal assessment subjects for all streams are General Studies, Physical & Health Education and Work Experience, with internal options of Drawing & Painting or Music/Dance/Dramatics.

Gifted and Talented
Talent development aimed at spotting unusual talents is initiated in Modern Public School and is channelised into creative fields such as compering, dramatics and mimicry.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Life Skills form a core part of the student development framework. They include stress management workshops with yoga and mindfulness, debates and group discussions to build critical thinking, team-building exercises, and conflict-resolution simulations. Health awareness drives such as Nutrition Week and Hygiene Month promote healthy habits, alongside regular safety drills. Art and expression workshops encourage self-expression and creativity. Guidance and counselling services are available to support student well-being.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has a dedicated Special Educator, Ms. Radhika Vishwakarma, as part of its inclusive education structures. The Inclusion Committee includes both a School Counselor (Ms. Sakshi Gupta) and the Special Educator, indicating formal roles to support students with special needs. The school also conducts outreach activities to observe and learn about special education, such as visits to Abhyas Special School.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the medium of instruction and is compulsory for all students to converse in. The curriculum includes English Communicative for Classes IX–X and English Core for Classes XI–XII, alongside other languages: Hindi, Sanskrit, French, and German. A third language (Sanskrit or French) is included under the three-language formula.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through the Life Skills program, which includes stress management, mindfulness, and related resilience-building activities. A Counsellor room provides guidance and counselling services to support students' emotional health. The school has conducted mental health and wellness-focused workshops for educators and students in recent years.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding and child protection structures include a Child Welfare Committee led by the Principal, with roles for the Headmistress, School Counsellor, and social work representation. An Inclusion Committee, a POCSO Committee, an Internal Complaint Committee, a POSH Committee, a Disaster Management Committee, a Trauma Committee, and a Wellness/Master Trainer cohort are all in place, with designated staff such as the School Counselor and Special Educator. The school also fields a nurse for medical support and maintains dedicated safeguarding and welfare roles across committees.
Parent Experience

History
Established in 1971, Modern Public School has progressed to foster a superior education system and nurture its students. The journey of almost five decades has been recognized in Forbes India Magazine Special Edition, The Great Indian School 2018. The school offers co-curricular and extracurricular activities, including Atal Tinkering Laboratory, Astronomy Lab, 3D-Science Lab, Maths Lab and Language Lab. The school has a global outlook with exchange programs and collaborations with schools in the United Kingdom, Japan, Singapore, Italy and Korea. Dr. Alka Kapur is the principal, and Modern Public School operates as a composite co-educational English Medium Senior Secondary School.

Community
Modern Public School aims to develop life long learners and global citizens committed towards intercultural understanding. The mission envisions nurturing a divergent, multicultural and competent community of young people with 21st century skills, values and knowledge. The school's international outlook includes exchange programs and collaborations with international schools to scale international horizons. Campus Life features School Events, a House System, and a variety of clubs and life-skills initiatives to enrich the learning environment.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
There is a Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) with a listed executive membership. PTA Executive Body Election 2025-2026 has been announced. PTA Members include Rahul Dhawan and Anjali Goswami. PTA Members also appear as participants in governance-related committees, including the Internal Complaint Committee. This governance involvement indicates active parent participation in school affairs.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Modern Public School – Shalimar Bagh has a World Class Campus designed for secure, wholesome learning. The infrastructure includes a pollution-free campus, uninterrupted power supply, RO-filtered drinking water, fire safety measures, and interior spaces that are child-friendly. Classrooms are spacious, well-lit, and technologically equipped with Smart Class; a Multipurpose Hall supports presentations, video conferences, workshops and seminars. The library houses 9,635 books and uses an open shelf system, and a Medical Room with a full-time nurse plus a Counsellor Room support student welfare. The campus offers a large playground and extensive facilities including science, computer, maths and geography labs, a Creativity Hub with music, dance and art spaces, a Brainy Science Laboratory, Dramm Jamm Music Lab, and Kala Amrit auditorium.

Sports Facilities
Sports Academy; Large playground; Basketball Court; Cricket Ground; Volleyball Ground; Skating Rink; Table Tennis Hall; Gymnastics Room. Coaching is provided by experts for table tennis, taekwondo, skipping, cricket, skating, yoga and gymnastics.

Academic Facilities
Physics, Chemistry and Biology laboratories; two Computer Labs with updated computers and internet; Mathematics Lab; Geography Lab; Resource Room for teachers with multimedia facilities and internet; classrooms are spacious, well-lit and equipped with Smart Class technology.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Creativity Hub offers Panorama of Music and Dance, Music and Dance spaces, Art Room, and an Activity room for tiny tots. Dramm Jamm Music Lab provides hands-on musical training, and Kala Amrit is the school auditorium for performances. Brainy Science Laboratory provides interactive, hands-on science learning experiences.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Critical Thinking Challenges include debates, group discussions, and scenario-based activities to encourage analytical thinking. Stress Management Workshops use yoga and mindfulness sessions to build resilience. Team-building Exercises such as treasure hunts, collaborative art projects, and group science experiments foster cooperation. Independent thinking and cross-cultural understanding are promoted through international exchange programs, and performing arts are integrated into learning to enable collaborative and creative expression.

Arts & Creative
Performing arts are integrated into education to provide opportunities for mind, body and emotions to engage in collaborative and creative expression. Art and Expression Workshops include storytelling, creative writing, and visual art projects.

Cultural & Language
From Class V to VIII, Sanskrit or French is taught as the third language under the three-language formula. From Classes IX to XII, English (Core), Hindi, Sanskrit, French, and German are taught. Exchange programs promote cross-cultural exposure and international understanding.

Social & Hobbies
Clubs include Interact Club, Emptor Club, Business Enterprise Club, Cyber Secure MPS Club, Astronomy Club, MPS MUN, Adhyan - The Readers and Writers Club, and Utkarsh - The Entrepreneurship Club. These clubs offer opportunities for leadership, entrepreneurship, science, and literature-related activities.

Community & Service
Interact Club runs community service projects such as hunger relief, improvements in health and sanitation, and education and job training. Project Umeed and collaborations with Rotary Club on initiatives like UN-Hush, Reddrop, and Power of Ponytails demonstrate these efforts.

Leadership & Professional
Interact Club fosters leadership skills and a spirit of service. Utkarsh - The Entrepreneurship Club provides hands-on industry exposure and insights into the corporate world. Model United Nations is a club that offers opportunities for collaboration and professional skill-building.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Yoga and mindfulness sessions are part of Stress Management Workshops to help students build resilience. Health and Hygiene initiatives include Nutrition Week and Hygiene Month to promote healthy living. Regular Safety Drills and First Aid training are conducted as part of Safety education. Environmental Stewardship activities include tree plantation drives and waste segregation workshops to foster sustainability.
Languages

Language Provision
The school offers the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Pre School through Class V. The school teaches English, Hindi, Sanskrit, French, and German. From Class V to VIII a third language Sanskrit or French is included under the three-language formula of the National Policy on Education (NPE). For Classes IX to XII, CBSE syllabi are prescribed, and the subjects taught include English (Communicative), Hindi (Course B), Sanskrit, French, German, Mathematics (Standard and Basic), Science, Social Science, and Artificial Intelligence, along with other subjects such as Physical Activity Trainer, Environmental Education, Art Education, and Work Experience. The XI-XII streams are organized into Science, Commerce, and Humanities groups with core and elective subjects, including Biology/Computer Science/Engineering Graphics; Economics; Geography; Psychology; and electives such as Yoga, Physical Activity Trainer, and Artificial Intelligence; compulsory internal assessment subjects include General Studies, Physical & Health Education, Work Experience, and artistic or practical components like Drawing & Painting and Music/Dance/Dramatics.
Admissions

Admissions
Bal Vatika I (Nursery) admission eligibility is 3+ to 4 years old as of 31 March 2026. Registration for general category is online from December 4, 2025 to December 27, 2025. Bal Vatika I has 160 seats: 35 seats for EWS & Disadvantaged (22%), 5 seats for Children with Disabilities (3%), 32 seats for Management Quota, and 88 seats for General Category. General Category admissions are based on a points system: Neighbourhood (0–8 km = 70 points; 8.1–10 km = 60; 10.1–12 km = 50) plus 10 points for a sibling in Modern Public School, 10 for parent alumni, and 10 for staff ward (for confirmed staff). The total points available are 100. The schedule for General Category registration/admission is: registration opens 04.12.2025 and closes 27.12.2025; full list of candidates with points is displayed on 09.01.2026 at 11:00 a.m.; eligible candidates for the draw are displayed on 10.01.2026 at 11:00 a.m.; the draw takes place on 12.01.2026 at 11:00 a.m.; the First Waiting List is published on 23.01.2026 at 11:00 a.m.; queries can be resolved from 24.01.2026 to 03.02.2026 (9:00–10:00 a.m.); the Second List including the Waiting List is published on 09.02.2026 at 11:00 a.m., with queries resolved from 10.02.2026 to 16.02.2026 (9:00–10:00 a.m.); a Subsequent list of admission is published on 05.03.2026 and the process closes on 19.03.2026. A hard copy of the online filled Registration Form must be submitted at admission. At admission, the following documents must be presented in original for verification: Birth Certificate issued by the MCD/appropriate authority; one proof of residence (e.g., Ration Card/Smart Card in parent's name; Domicile; Voter ID; Electricity/Water/Passport; Aadhaar); Sibling (copy of Modern Public School Identity Card or Report Card); Alumni (Passing Certificate from Modern Public School); and all documents must be verified with originals.

Waitlist
A waiting list system is in operation for Bal Vatika I admissions. The list of selected candidates includes a First Waiting List, and a Second Waiting List may be published if vacancies remain. The school publishes the full list of candidates with points, then releases an eligible-for-draw list, followed by a draw date. The First Waiting List is published on January 23, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.; the Second Waiting List and any additional waiting list are published on February 9, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Queries related to the lists may be resolved during designated windows (e.g., late January to early February, and again in mid-February). The admission process includes a closure date (March 19, 2026) after which no further admissions are processed. The hard copy of the online registration form must be submitted at admission, if offered a place from the waiting lists.
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