Choosing among the best schools in Gujarat? Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara and Rajkot each have established CBSE, ICSE and international schools, alongside the Gujarat State Board (GSEB). This 2026–27 guide compares eight well-documented schools on the PickMySchool directory by board, campus, listed fees and location, with a link to each full profile.
Top Schools in Gujarat at a Glance
| School | City | Board | Listed fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmedabad International School | Ahmedabad | IB PYP, Cambridge, IBDP/A Levels/GSEB | Not listed |
| Udgam School for Children | Ahmedabad | CBSE | ₹86,299–1,41,952 |
| Fountainhead School | Surat | IB PYP, MYP, DP | Not listed |
| Delhi Public School, Surat | Surat | CBSE | Not listed |
| Delhi Public School, Kalali | Vadodara | CBSE | ₹1,00,320–1,08,060 |
| Bright Day School (CBSE), Vasna | Vadodara | CBSE | ₹40,500–52,500 |
| Nalanda International School | Vadodara | ICSE/ISC | Not listed |
| Modi School (CBSE) | Rajkot | CBSE | ₹87,000–1,17,100 |
Profiles: Top Schools in Gujarat
1. Ahmedabad International School — Bodakdev, Ahmedabad
A common curriculum to Grade 10, then a choice of IB Diploma, Cambridge A Levels or the Gujarat State Board HSC.
Campus and facilities
The school is on Judges Bungalow Road, Bodakdev, and our directory lists school transport.
Academics and curriculum
Flexibility in curriculum choices lets students pursue the college of their choice.
Is it right for you?
Suits Ahmedabad families who want to keep Indian and overseas routes open until Grade 11.
📍 Judges Bunglow Road, opposite Rajpath Row Houses, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad
View full Ahmedabad International School profile → · Visit website ↗
2. Udgam School for Children — Thaltej, Ahmedabad
A green campus in the heart of Thaltej, with rainwater harvesting and waterless urinals.
Campus and facilities
A lush green lawn and a courtyard sit within the campus, with broad stairways and fire safety equipment.
Academics and curriculum
The school follows CBSE and lists a wide fee range that likely varies by class.
Is it right for you?
Suits west Ahmedabad families wanting a CBSE day school with a green, safe campus.
📍 Opp. Sardar Patel Institute, Thaltej, Ahmedabad 380054
View full Udgam School for Children profile → · Visit website ↗
3. Fountainhead School — Surat
An IB World School established in 2008 on the Rander-Dandi Road near Kunkni village.
Campus and facilities
An auditorium, football, basketball and badminton facilities, a gym, dance space, a sickbay, a canteen and school transport.
Academics and curriculum
The school offers the full IB continuum, fostering inquiry, creativity and imagination.
Is it right for you?
A clear pick for Surat families who want the complete IB route in one school.
📍 Opp. Ambetha Water Tank, near Village Kunkni, Rander-Dandi Road, Surat 395005
4. Delhi Public School, Surat — Surat
A CBSE senior secondary school near the airport, run under the Delhi Public School Society.
Campus and facilities
A central library, physics, chemistry, biology, maths, ICT and discovery labs, an AV room, a seminar hall and performing and visual arts spaces.
Academics and curriculum
The four-wing structure organises the school by stage, from pre-primary to senior secondary.
Is it right for you?
Suits Surat families who want the DPS brand and a CBSE curriculum.
📍 Near Airport, Surat-Dumas Road, Post Gavier, Surat 394550
View full Delhi Public School, Surat profile → · Visit website ↗
5. Delhi Public School, Kalali — Vadodara
A DPS Society school on Transpek-Vadsar Road with a swimming pool and courts for several sports.
Campus and facilities
Smart classrooms, a library, an infirmary, a cafeteria, CCTV surveillance, a swimming pool, and courts and grounds for tennis, cricket, football and basketball.
Academics and curriculum
The school combines the DPS legacy with a forward-looking approach across all three senior streams.
Is it right for you?
A fit for Vadodara families who want all three streams and strong facilities.
📍 Transpek-Vadsar Road, Kalali, Vadodara 390012
View full Delhi Public School, Kalali profile → · Visit website ↗
6. Bright Day School (CBSE) — Vasna, Vadodara
Part of the Bright School group, with more than 17,000 students and over 1,000 staff across its units.
Campus and facilities
Computer and science labs and a robotics hub on the Vasna Bhaili Road campus.
Academics and curriculum
The school reports consistently high board results.
Is it right for you?
A value-priced option among the Vadodara schools listed. Ask for recent board results.
📍 Nr. Satyadev Chemicals, Vasna Bhaili Road, Vadodara 391410
View full Bright Day School (CBSE) profile → · Visit website ↗
7. Nalanda International School — Vadodara
An ICSE/ISC school founded in 2004 by the Nalanda Knowledge Foundation.
Campus and facilities
The school describes a rich programme of sports and life skills, with continuous professional development for teachers.
Academics and curriculum
Educators focus on each child’s strengths, independent thinking and confidence.
Is it right for you?
Suits Vadodara families who prefer ICSE/ISC and a child-centred approach.
📍 Sevasi-Mahapura Road, Vadodara 391101
View full Nalanda International School profile → · Visit website ↗
8. Modi School (CBSE) — Rajkot
Part of the Modi School group, which serves over 15,000 students across 13 schools and 4 hostels in Rajkot, Jamnagar and nearby towns.
Campus and facilities
The CBSE campus opposite Metoda GIDC on Kalawad Road offers school transport.
Academics and curriculum
The group’s motto is ‘Nation Building through Excellence in Education’.
Is it right for you?
A fit for Rajkot-area families who want a large, established school group.
📍 Opp. Metoda GIDC, Kalawad Road, Ishwariya Village, Ta. Padadhari, Dist. Rajkot
How to Choose a School in Gujarat
- Board: CBSE dominates the list (Udgam, DPS Surat, DPS Kalali, Bright Day, Modi). ICSE/ISC is at Nalanda, IB at Fountainhead and Ahmedabad International, and GSEB is an option at Ahmedabad International.
- Fees: listed ranges run from about ₹40,500 at Bright Day to about ₹1.42 lakh at Udgam. Confirm whether each figure is annual or per term.
- City: pick by daily commute first. Surat, Vadodara and Rajkot each have one or two strong options on this list.
- Boarding: if you need residential options, see our boarding schools in Gujarat guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which are the best schools in Gujarat?
It depends on board, city and budget. This guide compares eight schools across Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara and Rajkot so you can shortlist by those factors.
Is there an IB school in Gujarat?
Yes. Fountainhead School in Surat offers the IB PYP, MYP and Diploma, and Ahmedabad International School offers the PYP and Diploma. See our IB schools in Gujarat guide.
Which Gujarat schools are CBSE?
Udgam (Ahmedabad), DPS Surat, DPS Kalali and Bright Day (Vadodara) and Modi School (Rajkot) are CBSE schools.
What do Gujarat schools cost?
Listed ranges here run from about ₹40,500 to ₹1.42 lakh. Fees vary by class, so confirm with each school.
Where can I find Ahmedabad-specific guides?
See our best schools in Ahmedabad and boarding schools in Ahmedabad guides.
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