About GCS
Great Columbus School is a school located in Sector 167, Noida. It is affiliated to the CBSE board. The school was established in 2014. Annual tuition ranges from ₹68,000 to ₹80,000 depending on grade. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is GCS affiliated to?
- Great Columbus School is affiliated to CBSE and is a day school in Sector 167, Noida.
- What are the annual fees at GCS?
- Annual tuition at Great Columbus School ranges from ₹68K – ₹80K/year depending on grade. Admission charges, security deposit, uniform and transport are billed separately.
- Where is GCS located?
- Great Columbus School is located at Plot No. 11, Chhaprauli Banger Road, Sector 167, Noida – 201305, Noida.
- When was GCS established?
- Great Columbus School was established in 2014 and has been operating in Noida for 12 years.
- Is GCS co-ed or single-gender?
- Great Columbus School is a co-educational school.
- Is GCS accepting admissions?
- Great Columbus 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 GCS?
- You can reach Great Columbus School on 7835901111 or by email at gtcolumbus11@gmail.com. Address: Plot No. 11, Chhaprauli Banger Road, Sector 167, Noida, 201305.
About the school
Great Columbus School is a co-educational day school operating out of Sector 167, Noida. The school has been running since 2014, giving it 12 years of continuous operation in Noida. GCS follows the CBSE curriculum and covers up to the secondary stage.
Campus and physical resources
On the academic side, the campus at GCS lists 12 physical resources — including Medical Room, Smart Classes, Wifi, Art and Craft, Dance and Music, plus 6 more. Between them, these spaces support classroom teaching, structured sport and the school's co-curricular calendar.
Parent fit
Families comparing GCS against other CBSE schools in Noida 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 IB 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 GCS 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 GCS falls in the ₹68K – ₹80K/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. Families should review the grade-wise fee breakdown on the Fees tab before applying — the fee structure is revised each academic session.
Curriculum at GCS
GCS follows the CBSE curriculum, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English and Hindi. As a CBSE-affiliated school, the academic plan is built around NCERT-aligned content and prepares students for JEE, NEET and central-university entrance routes. Academic sessions run April To March, with continuous assessment supplementing term examinations.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, GCS's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in smart classrooms, computer lab and audio-visual room 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.
Location and neighbourhood
GCS is located at Plot No. 11, Chhaprauli Banger Road, Sector 167, Noida – 201305. Sector 167 is a well-known residential pocket of Noida, with established neighbourhood infrastructure around the school. Families comparing GCS usually weigh it against other CBSE schools in Noida on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
For day-to-day learning, the 16:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at GCS are sized for individual attention. Overall, GCS 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.
The CBSE framework here is aligned to NEP 2020 directions — competency-based assessment, reduced rote weightage and structured project work feed into the term grade alongside written exams.
On the fee side, GCS sits in the affordable bracket for the city — parents typically compare it against state-aided and trust-run options at a similar price point.
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.
Key facts
- Board
- CBSE
- City
- Noida
- Area
- Sector 167
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Day School
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi
- Established
- Annual tuition fees
- ₹68K – ₹80K/year
- Student : teacher ratio
- 16:1
- School timings
- 08:00 AM TO 02:00 PM (Approx)
- Academic session
- April To March
- Key facilities
- Medical Room, Smart Classes, Wifi, Art and Craft, Dance, Music
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at GCS
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Great Columbus 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 GCS
Annual tuition fees at Great Columbus School range from ₹68K – ₹80K/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
Great Columbus School is affiliated to CBSE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi. Levels covered range up to secondary.
Facilities at GCS
- Medical Room
- Smart Classes
- Wifi
- Art and Craft
- Dance
- Music
- Drama
- Debate
Location & connectivity
Great Columbus School is located at Plot No. 11, Chhaprauli Banger Road, Sector 167, Noida – 201305. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
