Thane West has more than twenty CBSE-affiliated schools. There is no official ranking of schools, so the best school is the one that fits your child: the classes you need, distance from home, timings, facilities and fees. Use the checklist below, then visit two or three campuses before you decide.
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.
CBSE schools in Thane West (A–Z)
| School | Locality | Classes (CBSE level) | CBSE Affiliation No. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Rainbow International School | Brahmand Phase 4 | Up to Class 12 | 1130661 |
| 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. The list is alphabetical and is not a ranking. "Up to Class 12" means CBSE senior secondary affiliation. To correct a listing, email admin@rainbowinternationalschool.in.
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.
Rainbow International School at a glance
- CBSE Affiliation No. 1130661, School Code 30562
- Since April 2009, Brahmand Phase 4, Thane West
- Jr KG to Class 12; Science, Commerce and Humanities in Class 11 and 12
- 3.5-acre campus with swimming pool and science labs
- Spanish taught from KG to Grade 8
- Own GPS-enabled buses within 10 km
- Best Dynamic School 2026, Maharashtra Educators Summit
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.
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.
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