Use the list below to compare CBSE affiliation numbers, areas and classes for 2027–28. For a 10-point parent checklist, read our how to choose a CBSE school in Thane.
CBSE schools in Thane West: full list
| School | Locality | Classes (CBSE level) | CBSE Affiliation No. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow International School | Brahmand Phase 4 | Jr KG to Class 12 | 1130661 |
| Amber International School | Dhokali | Up to Class 12 | 1130640 |
| Arunodaya Public School | Vijay Park, Kasarvadavali | Up to Class 12 | 1130088 |
| B.S. Bane International School | Swami Vivekanand Nagar, near Vasant Vihar | Up to Class 10 | 1131440 |
| DRB DAV Public School | Tulsidham, Ghodbunder Road | Up to Class 12 | 1130048 |
| EuroSchool (Balkum) | Dosti West County, Balkum | Up to Class 10 | 1131542 |
| GEI's Blossom English School | Shivaji Path, Thane West | Up to Class 10 | 1131473 |
| Indo Scots Global School | Ram Maruti Road | Up to Class 12 | 1131251 |
| Lok Puram Public School | Pokhran Road No. 2, Majiwade | Up to Class 10 | 1130034 |
| Narayana e-Techno School | Dhokali | Up to Class 12 | 1131451 |
| New Horizon Scholars School (Kavesar) | Kavesar, Ghodbunder Road | Up to Class 12 | 1130470 |
| New Horizon Scholars School (Kolshet) | Kolshet | Up to Class 12 | 1131249 |
| New Horizon Scholars School (Vasant Lawns) | Subhash Nagar, Pokhran area | Up to Class 12 | 1131124 |
| Orchids The International School | Azad Nagar, Kolshet | Up to Class 12 | 1130581 |
| PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, AF Station Thane | Air Force Station, Kolshet Road | Up to Class 12 | 1100037 |
| Podar International School | Kolshet Gaon, Hiranandani Estate | Up to Class 10 | 1131040 |
| Sanskar Public School | Shivai Nagar, Pokhran Road No. 1 | Up to Class 12 | 1130938 |
| Saraswati English Medium School | M.G. Road, Naupada | Up to Class 10 | 1131496 |
| Saraswati Vidyalaya (Ghodbunder Road) | Kavesar, Ghodbunder Road | Up to Class 10 | 1131390 |
| Seven Square Academy | Sainagar, Kasarvadavali | Up to Class 12 | 1131605 |
| Sri Ma Vidyalaya | Patlipada, off Ghodbunder Road | Up to Class 12 | 1130769 |
| St. Xavier's Global Academy | Chitalsar Manpada | Up to Class 12 | 1131043 |
Source: CBSE SARAS affiliation register, checked on 7 October 2026. 'Up to Class 12' means CBSE senior secondary affiliation. To correct a listing, email admin@rainbowinternationalschool.in.
Checklist: what to compare
CBSE affiliation
Check the school's affiliation number on CBSE's SARAS portal (saras.cbse.gov.in) and read its Mandatory Public Disclosure page.
Classes and streams
Does the school run up to Class 10 or Class 12? For Class 11 and 12, which streams are offered: Science, Commerce, Humanities?
Distance and transport
Check bus routes, the distance limit and the real travel time at school hours.
Timings
Shift timings differ by class. Check them for your child's class and how they fit your family's day.
Campus and safety
On a visit, look at labs, library, sports areas, the infirmary and how entry and exit are managed.
Fees in writing
Ask for the full 2027-28 fee break-up in writing, including transport and other charges.
Why parents shortlist Rainbow International School
Rainbow International School is a CBSE school in Brahmand, Thane West, running since April 2009. Families from Hiranandani Estate, Ghodbunder Road, Manpada, Kavesar, Kolshet and Pokhran Road visit us for a K–12 campus where a child can stay from Jr KG to Class 12.
- One campus from Jr KG to Class 12, with Science, Commerce and Humanities in Class 11 and 12
- 3.5-acre campus with a swimming pool and science labs
- Spanish taught from KG to Grade 8
- The school's own GPS-enabled buses for homes within 10 km
- Class 1 to 10 from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm; Class 11 and 12 from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm
- 42 students in Class 10 and 42 in Class 12 scored 90%+ in CBSE 2025-26
- 4.7 on Google
- Best Dynamic School 2026, Maharashtra Educators Summit
Explore Primary (Class 1–5), Middle School (Class 6–8), Secondary (Class 9–10), Class 11 and 12 and Admissions 2027-28.
Schedule a Campus Visit Apply NowCBSE schools near you in Thane West
Distance and travel time matter more than most parents expect. Here are the CBSE schools from the list above, grouped by area.
Hiranandani Estate, Kolshet, Brahmand and Balkum
- Rainbow International School (Brahmand)
- Orchids The International School (Kolshet)
- Podar International School (Hiranandani Estate)
- New Horizon Scholars School (Kolshet)
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, AF Station Thane (Kolshet Road)
- Amber International School (Dhokali)
- Narayana e-Techno School (Dhokali)
- EuroSchool (Balkum)
Ghodbunder Road, Manpada, Kavesar and Kasarvadavali
- DRB DAV Public School
- New Horizon Scholars School (Kavesar)
- Saraswati Vidyalaya (Ghodbunder Road)
- Seven Square Academy
- Arunodaya Public School
- Sri Ma Vidyalaya
- St. Xavier's Global Academy
Pokhran Road, Vasant Vihar and Majiwade
- Lok Puram Public School
- Sanskar Public School
- New Horizon Scholars School (Vasant Lawns)
- B.S. Bane International School
Naupada and central Thane West
- Saraswati English Medium School
- Indo Scots Global School
- GEI's Blossom English School
CBSE, ICSE or IGCSE: which board suits your child?
| CBSE | ICSE | IGCSE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Board | Central Board of Secondary Education (Government of India) | Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) | Cambridge Assessment International Education |
| Board exams | Class 10 and Class 12 | ICSE (Class 10) and ISC (Class 12) | IGCSE (about age 16), then AS and A Levels |
| Textbooks | mainly NCERT | publishers chosen by the school | Cambridge-endorsed resources |
| Good to know | the syllabus for JEE and NEET is based on NCERT Classes 11 and 12; easy to transfer between CBSE schools across India | wide range of subjects and detailed English | international curriculum with flexible subject choice |
No board is better for every child. Think about where your family may live in future and what your child may study after Class 12.
Other boards in Thane West
Thane West also has ICSE, Cambridge (IGCSE) and IB schools, and Maharashtra State Board (SSC) schools. If you are comparing boards, check which board exams your child will sit in Class 10 and Class 12.
Questions to ask on a school visit
- What is the school's CBSE affiliation number, and does it go up to Class 10 or Class 12?
- What are the timings for my child's class?
- Does the school run its own buses to my area, and how long is the ride?
- How many students are in a class, and who is the class teacher?
- Which languages are taught, and from which class?
- What sports, arts and clubs are part of the school day?
- How does the school share progress with parents?
- What is the full fee for 2027-28, in writing, including transport?
Admission ages for 2027-28 (CBSE norms)
| Jr KG | 3.5 to 4.5 years |
|---|---|
| Sr KG | 4.5 to 5.5 years |
| Class 1 | at least 6 years |
These are the ages followed at Rainbow International School as per CBSE norms. Other schools may set their own pre-primary ages, so check with each school.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best CBSE school in Thane West?
There is no official ranking of schools in Thane. The right school depends on your child's age, whether you need classes up to 10 or 12, distance from home, timings, facilities and fees. Use the checklist on this page and visit two or three schools before you decide.
What are the top 5 CBSE schools in Thane?
There is no official ranking of CBSE schools in Thane, so any 'top 5' list is an opinion. Of the 22 CBSE-affiliated schools in Thane West in the list on this page, 15 are affiliated up to Class 12. Shortlist schools by the classes you need, distance and bus routes, timings, results and facilities, then visit two or three campuses before you decide.
Which school is rank 1 in Thane?
CBSE does not rank schools, and there is no official rank 1 school in Thane. Rankings you see online come from private websites and surveys that use their own criteria. Compare schools on facts you can check: the CBSE affiliation number on saras.cbse.gov.in, board results, distance, timings, safety and fees.
How many CBSE schools are there in Thane West?
The list on this page has 22 CBSE-affiliated schools in Thane West, taken from the CBSE SARAS affiliation register (checked on 7 October 2026). 15 of them are affiliated up to Class 12 and 7 up to Class 10.
How do I check if a school is CBSE-affiliated?
Search the school's name or affiliation number on CBSE's SARAS portal, saras.cbse.gov.in, and read the Mandatory Public Disclosure page on the school's website.
Which CBSE schools in Thane West go up to Class 12?
In the list above, schools marked 'Up to Class 12' have CBSE senior secondary affiliation. Ask each school which streams it offers for 2027-28.
What is the age for Class 1 admission in CBSE schools?
CBSE norms require a child to be at least 6 years old for Class 1.
Is Rainbow International School CBSE-affiliated?
Yes. CBSE Affiliation No. 1130661 (School Code 30562), in Brahmand Phase 4, Thane West, from Jr KG to Class 12.
Which are the best schools in Thane West?
There is no official ranking. Shortlist schools by board, the classes you need, distance and timings, then visit. The full list above shows every CBSE-affiliated school in Thane West with its affiliation number.
Which is the best CBSE school near Hiranandani Estate or Ghodbunder Road?
Start with the area lists on this page: Rainbow International School, Orchids, Podar, New Horizon Scholars and Kendriya Vidyalaya are around Hiranandani Estate and Kolshet; DAV, New Horizon Scholars (Kavesar), Seven Square, Sri Ma Vidyalaya and St. Xavier's Global are along Ghodbunder Road. Then compare travel time and timings for your child's class.
Is CBSE or ICSE better in Thane?
Neither is better for every child. CBSE follows NCERT books and suits families who may move within India or whose children may take JEE or NEET. ICSE offers a wide range of subjects and detailed English. See the comparison table on this page.
How much are school fees in Thane West?
Fees vary widely by school, class and facilities. Ask each school for its full 2027-28 fee in writing. For Rainbow International School, call or WhatsApp +91 82915 68972.
When should I apply for 2027-28 admission?
Visit schools early so you can compare before seats fill. Admissions for 2027-28 are open at Rainbow International School from Jr KG to Class 12, subject to seat availability.
Which CBSE schools in Thane West have Class 11 and 12 with all three streams?
Ask each school which streams it runs for 2027-28. Rainbow International School offers Science, Commerce and Humanities in Class 11 and 12, in an afternoon shift from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
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