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Mumbai
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A IGCSE school featuring Classrooms across kindergarten, primary, and secondary sections with separate timings
Nursery - 12Marathi
Fee on request
Plot No. 17 B, Tilak Road,Opposite Lions Garden,Ghatkopar (East),Mumbai - 400 077,Maharashtra, India
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For families in South Mumbai seeking a Cambridge IGCSE education within an intimate, modern campus, The Universal School, Tardeo may be on your radar. Below is a comprehensive, parent-centric assessment covering the school's highlights, drawbacks, and vital points to investigate before you submit an application.
The Universal School is a Co-ed IGCSE / IB-affiliated school located in Mumbai, India. It offers classes from Nursery - 12. Fee details are available by contacting the school directly. Parent reviews can be submitted on EduTribe to help other families shortlist this school. Notable highlights: Cambridge IGCSE curriculum delivered in a prime South Mumbai location; Academics enriched by the integration of robotics and modern technology; A tight-knit, community-based culture fostering strong teacher-student bonds.
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| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Tuition (IGCSE) | ₹1,25,000 | Edustoke — appears consistent across directories |
| Admission Fee (One-time) | ₹25,000 | Listed on Edustoke |
| Pre-Nursery Monthly Fee | ₹6,586 | UniApply — confirm with school |
| Other Listings | ₹80,000–₹2,97,710 | Wide variation across sources; likely grade-dependent |
• Edustoke — appears consistent across directories
• Listed on Edustoke
• UniApply — confirm with school
• Wide variation across sources; likely grade-dependent
Enquiry Form
Access the enquiry portal at https://tardeo.universalschool.edu.in/enquire-now/
Admission Timeline
Applications typically begin in October for the upcoming academic session
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Mumbai
A IGCSE school featuring Classrooms across kindergarten, primary, and secondary sections with separate timings
📡 What other parents found about The Universal School
Board / Curriculum
IGCSE, IB
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium / Languages
English, Marathi
Type
Co-ed
Students
~500 (local campus)
Student–Teacher Ratio
12:1
Boarding
Day school only
Established
2018
Pincode
400077
Leadership & Staff
Compact urban campus within Valencia Towers (exact acreage not published)
Age Range
3–16 years (spanning Pre-Nursery to Class 10, with some indications of up to Class 12)
Family Backgrounds
Primarily composed of professional, urban families residing in and around the South Mumbai neighborhoods of Grant Road and Tardeo.
Socio-economic Profile
Comprises middle to upper-middle-class households; the fee structure places the school in the mid-to-high tier for private education.
Child Profiles
Students who have an interest in technology, the arts, and experiential learning. The setting is well-suited for youngsters who flourish in tight-knit, community-centered environments.
Steps
Submission of enquiry → Admissions officer meeting → Application filing → Assessment and student interaction → Acceptance offer → Enrollment fee payment
Eligibility
Playgroup (2 years), Nursery (3 years), Jr KG (4 years), Sr KG (5 years), Class 1 (6 years by Dec 31)
Documents Required
Photographs, birth certificate, residential proof, Aadhaar card, previous academic report, transfer certificate (where applicable), and passport (where applicable)
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New-age school fit
Discovery signals help parents look beyond board, fees, and location — including inclusion support, child strengths, sports, arts, STEM, entrepreneurship, and learning approach.
Profile inferred: these signals are derived from available school information and are not yet verified claims. Please confirm directly with the school before making admission decisions.
Areas this school appears to emphasise based on available profile information. Please confirm details directly with the school.
Sports-focused
Possible fit
Performing arts-focused
Possible fit
Arts-focused
Possible fit
STEM-focused
Possible fit
Progressive education
Possible fit
Outdoor/nature learning
Possible fit
Academic-focused
Possible fit
Signals about special educator access, counselling, IEP support, accessibility, and school readiness for diverse learners.
Medical room
Yes
How the school appears to approach teaching, assessment, pressure, and child fit.
Teaching philosophy
Progressive
Learning approach
Project-based learning
Academic pressure
High
Best suited for
Children who learn through projects and exploration
Best suited for
Children who benefit from outdoor and nature-led learning
Sports focus, coaching, participation, and specific sports available.
Sports focus
Strong
Football
Strong
Martial arts
Strong
Skating
Strong
Swimming
Strong
Tennis
Strong
Detected football, swimming, tennis, martial arts, skating from existing profile text.
Visual arts, music, dance, drama/theatre, productions, and dedicated creative spaces.
Arts focus
Strong
Performing arts focus
Strong
Art studio
Yes
Music rooms
Yes
Music
Strong
Visual arts
Strong
Detected music, visual arts from existing profile text.
Signals around robotics, coding, maker spaces, financial literacy, startup clubs, and future-skill exposure.
STEM focus
Strong
Robotics lab
Yes
STEM/entrepreneurship signals inferred from existing profile text. Needs verification.
Use these during a visit or admissions call to verify the fit signals before you decide.
Aggregated insights from parent feedback. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics (IGCSE)
Positives
Feedback highlights a preference for the modern, inquiry-focused teaching style and the supportive, accessible nature of the staff.
Watch out for
Some parents expressed a need for more rigorous preparation for higher-level examinations.
Ask: Inquire about support mechanisms for students moving into IGCSE coursework and request data on academic performance.
Early Years
Positives
A warm, child-centered environment featuring play-based learning and low student-teacher ratios.
Watch out for
A portion of parents noted that communication regarding the admission process was delayed or ambiguous.
Ask: Ask about the communication frequency regarding student progress and the standard admission calendar.
Extracurriculars
Positives
The school manages a strong portfolio of arts, sports, and robotics despite spatial constraints.
Watch out for
Some families noted a desire for more expansive outdoor spaces and greater sports facilities.
Ask: Ask how the school organizes physical education and athletics given the compact nature of the campus.
Transport & Safety
Positives
Certain parents have observed positive changes in recent times.
Watch out for
Historical feedback has pointed to issues with transport contractors and GPS tracking; one 2023 report mentions continued safety worries.
Ask: Request a documented explanation of safety procedures, bus routes, and GPS tracking availability.
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