Dr Kalmadi Shamrao School in Erandwane, a CBSE school since 1971, runs Classes 5 to 12

Dr Kalmadi Shamrao High School and Junior College in Erandwane, Pune, is counted among the older schools in the city. It began in 1971. It is part of the Kannada Sangha's Cauvery Group of Institutes and teaches Classes 5 to 12. The medium of instruction is English and the school is co-educational.

In Maharashtra's school records, the school is listed at Survey No. 36, Ganesh Nagar, Erandwane, Pune 411038, with a founding date of June 1, 1971. The records name the board as CBSE. The school's own website gives the address as 55-57, Dr Ketkar Road, Bhonde Colony, Erandwane, Pune 411004. The two addresses differ, so it is advisable to check the school's current admission and contact details before visiting.

Parents should note one point. The Cauvery Group runs more than one school under the Kalmadi name, including a newer school in Baner. The older Erandwane school and the Baner school are separate institutions. The Baner school has its own CBSE affiliation, which began in 2025.

On teaching methods, the school says it uses technology and activities alongside regular classroom teaching. These include PowerPoint presentations, projects, everyday examples, current events and teacher workshops. The head of the primary section also mentions tools such as the ASSET "question a day". However, public information does not make clear how much project-based learning happens in each class.

The primary section has two counsellors, Tanvi Desai and Mansi Ranade, and two special educators, Suhasini Kulkarni and Shama Mahajan. There are separate teachers for computers, music, art and physical education. CyberGenius, an inter-school IT competition, held its 27th edition in 2026-27. The school also conducts fire mock drills.

Some things could not be confirmed from public sources. These include an AI and robotics curriculum, a formal financial literacy programme, facilities for competitive sports, counselling in the senior school and the latest board results. A reliable class-wise fee breakdown for Classes 5 to 12 was also not found. The school's website carries a 2026-2028 fee revision notice for the primary section, but it cannot be taken as the fee for Classes 5 to 12. A notice of vacant seats in Classes 1 and 2 of the primary section for 2026-27 has also been issued.

Parents should therefore speak to the school directly about admission. They should ask about vacant seats, transfer admission, Class 11 entry, required documents, subject options and the last date for paying fees. They should also ask for a written fee list and confirm the school bus routes and pickup points. Visiting the campus in person would be best.