About CMS
City Montessori School is a school located in Rajajipuram, Lucknow. It is affiliated to the CISCE / Cambridge board. The school was established in 1994. Annual tuition ranges from ₹64,160 to ₹199,340 depending on grade. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is CMS affiliated to?
- City Montessori School is affiliated to CISCE and Cambridge and is a day school in Rajajipuram, Lucknow.
- What are the annual fees at CMS?
- Annual tuition at City Montessori School ranges from ₹64K – ₹1.99 L/year depending on grade. Admission charges, security deposit, uniform and transport are billed separately.
- Where is CMS located?
- City Montessori School is located at Friendship Building, opposite Talkatora Thana, Thadi Mohalla, Sector-1, Rajajipuram, Lucknow – 226017, Lucknow.
- When was CMS established?
- City Montessori School was established in 1994 and has been operating in Lucknow for 32 years.
- Is CMS co-ed or single-gender?
- City Montessori School is a co-educational school.
- Is CMS accepting admissions?
- City Montessori School is open to enquiries for April to March. Use the Apply or Enquire button on this page to start an enquiry.
- How can I contact CMS?
- You can reach City Montessori School on 9170009762 or by email at rajajipuram1@cmseducation.org. Address: Friendship Building, opposite Talkatora Thana, Thadi Mohalla, Sector-1, Rajajipuram, Lucknow, 226017.
Our campus is home to over 5,000 students, from Montessori to Class XII, who are nurtured in a vibrant environment where knowledge meets compassion. Guided by passionate educators, we offer the ICSE and IGCSE curriculum, emphasizing both academic excellence and character development. Spanning two expansive buildings, our campus fosters a dynamic blend of academic rigor, creativity, and athleticism. We are committed to cultivating global citizens who are not only intellectually equipped but also driven by a purpose greater than themselves. At CMS Rajajipuram, students are empowered to become future leaders, shining their unique light on the world stage.
About the school
City Montessori School — a co-educational day school in Rajajipuram, Lucknow — is among the long-standing options parents shortlisting schools consider when shortlisting the best schools in Lucknow. The school has been running since 1994, giving it 32 years of continuous operation in Lucknow. CMS follows the CISCE / Cambridge curriculum and covers up to the senior secondary stage. Current enrolment sits at roughly 5,371 students.
Campus and facilities
On the academic side, the campus at CMS lists 12 facilities — including Indoor Activity, Music Room, Sports, Computer Lab, Self Defence and Playground, plus 6 more. Between them, these spaces support classroom teaching, structured sport and the school's co-curricular calendar.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, CMS's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in smart classrooms, computer lab and infirmary where the campus supports it. Continuous assessment is layered on top of the term examinations, with project work and lab assignments contributing to the final grade in most subjects.
Parent fit
Families comparing CMS against other CISCE schools in Lucknow usually weigh three things: how the school handles the transition between primary and senior school, the strength of the co-curricular calendar, and how transparent the admissions team is during the enquiry. If you're choosing between CBSE and State board for the long-term exit, factor in the colleges your child is most likely to apply to — that decision often settles the board question more cleanly than a side-by-side feature comparison. Use the Compare tool on the platform to stack CMS against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Fees and what they cover
Annual tuition at CMS falls in the ₹64K – ₹1.99 L/year range, with the exact figure depending on the grade. One-time admission charges, security deposit (often refundable), uniform, books and transport are billed separately. Parents shortlisting schools should review the grade-wise fee breakdown on the Fees tab before applying — the fee structure is revised each academic session.
Curriculum at CMS
CMS follows the CISCE / Cambridge curriculum, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English and Hindi. Academic sessions run April to March, with continuous assessment supplementing term examinations.
Location and neighbourhood
CMS is located at Friendship Building, opposite Talkatora Thana, Thadi Mohalla, Sector-1, Rajajipuram, Lucknow – 226017. Rajajipuram is a long-standing residential pocket of Lucknow, with established neighbourhood infrastructure around the school. Parents shortlisting schools comparing CMS usually weigh it against other CISCE schools in Lucknow on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
For day-to-day learning, the 30:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at CMS are sized for individual attention. Overall, CMS suits families wanting a co-educational setting. Read the FAQs below for quick answers to common parent questions, and use the Admissions tab for the step-by-step application process.
Fees fall in the mid-range bracket for the city — comparable to most established private day schools without crossing into premium territory.
As a day school the calendar mirrors most working-parent schedules, with co-curricular slots typically built into the regular timetable rather than after-school add-ons.
Founded in 1994, the school has a multi-generation alumni footprint in the city — a useful proxy for institutional stability when comparing options.
Key facts
- City
- Lucknow
- Area
- Rajajipuram
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Day School
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi
- Established
- Annual tuition fees
- ₹64K – ₹1.99 L/year
- Total students
- 5,371
- Student : teacher ratio
- 30:1
- School timings
- 08:00 AM TO 02:00 PM (Approx)
- Academic session
- April to March
- Key facilities
- Indoor Activity, Music Room, Sports, Computer Lab, Self Defence, Playground
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at CMS
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at City Montessori School typically open between November and February. Status is currently enquiring. Use the Enquire button on this page to start a formal enquiry.
- 1Fill application form —
- 2Document verification at school —
Fees at CMS
Annual tuition fees at City Montessori School range from ₹64K – ₹1.99 L/year, depending on grade. One-time admission fees, security deposit (often refundable), uniform and transport are charged separately. We update fees from official school sources at least once per academic session.
See grade-wise fee breakdownCurriculum & boards
City Montessori School is affiliated to CISCE / Cambridge. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi. Levels covered range up to senior secondary.
Facilities at CMS
- Indoor Activity
- Music Room
- Sports
- Computer Lab
- Self Defence
- Playground
- Chemistry Lab
- Physics Lab
Location & connectivity
City Montessori School is located at Friendship Building, opposite Talkatora Thana, Thadi Mohalla, Sector-1, Rajajipuram, Lucknow – 226017. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
