Looking for the best schools in West and East Delhi? West Delhi, including Janakpuri and the planned sub-city of Dwarka, and East Delhi around Mayur Vihar and Swasthya Vihar, offer strong CBSE schools close to large residential areas and metro lines. This guide lists schools in the area from the PickMySchool directory, with board, location and links to profiles, plus admission tips for 2027-28. It is a starting list, not a ranking.
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Top Schools in West and East Delhi at a Glance
| School | Location | Board (directory) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Francis De Sales Sr. Sec. School | Janakpuri | CBSE | |
| Delhi Public School | Dwarka | CBSE | |
| Ganga International School | Outer West Delhi | CBSE | |
| Ahlcon International School | East Delhi: Mayur Vihar and Swasthya Vihar | CBSE | |
| Bharti Public School | East Delhi: Mayur Vihar and Swasthya Vihar | CBSE |
Boards from our directory; locations from school listings. Confirm address, affiliation, fees and seats with each school.
West and East Delhi Schools by Sub-Area
Janakpuri
Dwarka
- Delhi Public School, Dwarka – CBSE
- Venkateshwar International, Mount Carmel, Bal Bharati and more – see our Dwarka guide
Outer West Delhi
- Ganga International School, Hiran Kudna – CBSE; boarding listed
East Delhi: Mayur Vihar and Swasthya Vihar
For Dwarka’s full list, read best schools in Dwarka. For early years, see play schools in Janakpuri and play schools in Dwarka.
Cross-Border Options
East Delhi families often compare schools in Noida, and West Delhi families compare Gurugram schools. See central Noida and Old and New Gurugram.
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How to Choose a School in West and East Delhi
- Test the school-run commute at peak traffic hours.
- Pick the board first: CBSE vs ICSE vs IB.
- Check the bus routes that cover your society or sector.
- Ask for board results and activities, and visit on a working day.
- Get the 2027-28 fee schedule in writing.
Admissions 2027-28
Most private schools in Delhi open registration from October to January. Delhi nursery admission follows the DoE schedule; see Delhi nursery admission 2027-28. Read the School Admission 2027-28 guide, documents checklist and interview questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which are the best schools in West Delhi?
St. Francis De Sales (Janakpuri), DPS Dwarka and Dwarka sector schools are popular.
Which are the best schools in East Delhi?
Ahlcon International School (Mayur Vihar) and Bharti Public School (Swasthya Vihar) are often shortlisted.
Is there a boarding school in West Delhi?
Ganga International School, Hiran Kudna lists boarding in our directory.
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Locations from school listings and our directory; verify with each school before applying.
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