DPS SPR: A New CBSE School on Southern Peripheral Road, Gurugram
DPS SPR: A New CBSE School on Southern Peripheral Road, Gurugram
There's a particular kind of energy that comes with something new — a first day, a first step, a first idea taking shape. That's exactly the spirit Delhi Public School SPR, Gurugram brings to Sector 70-A: the energy of a fresh beginning, built on a legacy that's anything but new. If you're considering a CBSE school in Gurugram, note that admissions for 2027-28 are now open at DPS SPR — a school worth watching as spots fill quickly. Located on the Southern Peripheral Road (SPR) corridor in Sector 70-A, Gurugram, DPS SPR sits within easy reach of the surrounding residential sectors — a central spot for families across the SPR belt.
A Legacy That Precedes Us
The name Delhi Public School carries more than 75 years of trust — the Delhi Public School Society was founded in 1949 and today spans a network of over 200 CBSE-affiliated schools in India and abroad. That's the foundation DPS SPR Gurugram, a CBSE school in Sector 70-A, Gurugram, is built on. Generations of families have associated the DPS name with rigorous academics, strong values, and an environment where children genuinely thrive.
But DPS SPR isn't simply inheriting a legacy — we're shaping it for a new generation. Our promise is simple: success here isn't reserved for the ones who top the class. Every child at DPS SPR is known, valued, and supported in discovering their unique strengths.
The Beliefs Behind Every Decision at DPS SPR
Walk through a DPS SPR classroom on any given day, and you won't see a plaque listing our vision statement. What you'll see instead is what that vision actually looks like in practice — a student pausing to help a classmate before finishing their own work, a teacher choosing to ask “why do you think that?” instead of simply correcting an answer, a child confident enough to disagree, respectfully, with something they've just read. That's really what we mean when we talk about raising confident, compassionate, future-ready learners who think independently and act with integrity. It's not a poster on a wall — it's the instinct we're trying to build into every child, one small moment at a time.
The same is true of how we think about education itself. A joyful, inclusive, future-focused education doesn't mean easier or less rigorous — it means a child should never dread walking through the gates, and no child should ever feel like an afterthought in their own classroom. Academic excellence and a child's sense of wellbeing aren't in competition at DPS SPR; we treat them as the same goal, pursued from two directions. And if you're wondering what actually holds all of this together day to day, it's eight words we return to constantly: Integrity. Respect. Responsibility. Excellence. Compassion. Courage. Collaboration. Curiosity. Not as a checklist, but almost as a set of instincts — the things a teacher reaches for when handling a difficult moment in class, the questions a child learns to ask themselves before making a choice, the standard every adult on this campus is quietly held to, staff and leadership included.
If there's one thing we'd want a parent to take away from all of this, it's simple. At DPS SPR, character isn't something we teach separately from academics. It's the lens through which we nurture every child's growth, aligning with your values and aspirations for their development.
6 Things That Make DPS SPR Different From Other Schools in Gurugram
It's easy for every school to claim it's “holistic” or “future-ready.” What actually separates one school from another comes down to specifics — how a campus is designed, what a curriculum actually includes, and how a child's day is structured. Here's what genuinely sets DPS SPR Gurugram apart.
1. Every Child Is Known — Not Just the Top Performers
Most schools, without quite meaning to, end up concentrating attention on the students who are already excelling. DPS SPR is deliberately structured to work the other way. Every child — regardless of where they currently stand academically — is seen, challenged, and supported toward becoming the best version of themselves. Success at DPS SPR isn't reserved for the top of the class.
2. Learning That Extends Beyond the Classroom
At DPS SPR, gardens, labs, stages, and studios carry as much academic weight as textbooks do. Children build, experiment, and perform, because the DPS SPR philosophy holds that meaningful learning rarely stays confined to a desk — it needs to be lived, not just studied.
Want to see these spaces for yourself? Take a virtual tour of the DPS SPR campus.
3. Future-Ready Curriculum From Day One
DPS SPR weaves AI literacy, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, design thinking, and sustainability directly into its curriculum. Rather than treating these as add-on workshops, they're built into how students learn from the earliest years — preparing them for careers and challenges that, quite literally, don't exist yet.
4. World-Class Sports Infrastructure
DPS SPR's campus includes professional courts, football fields, and indoor arenas designed to support competitive-level training, not just recreational play genuinely. The belief driving this investment is simple: resilience and teamwork are built on the field just as much as they're built in the classroom.
5. Character Alongside Academics
Marksheets matter at DPS SPR, but so do curiosity, confidence, compassion, and integrity. The school is designed so both tracks — academic and character development — grow in tandem rather than one being sacrificed for the other.
6. A Developmental Continuum, Not a One-Size-Fits-All Curriculum
Rather than treating every age group the same way, DPS SPR maps each stage of a child's early years — Nursery through Middle School — to a deliberate developmental framework: Belonging, Becoming, Beyond. It means a Nursery student and a Grade 6 student are experiencing school in ways specifically designed for where they are developmentally, not a scaled-down or scaled-up version of the same approach.
The Bottom Line
None of this works in isolation. A future-ready curriculum means little without the safety infrastructure to back it, and world-class sports facilities matter less without leadership that actually understands early childhood development. At DPS SPR, these six pieces are designed to reinforce each other — which is really what “future-ready education” should mean in practice.
The DPS SPR Journey: Belonging, Becoming, Beyond
Every stage of a child's early years at DPS SPR is intentionally mapped to a developmental continuum:
- Belonging — the foundation years (Nursery, LKG, UKG), where children feel safe, seen, and connected
- Becoming — where confidence, creativity, and independence take root
- Beyond — where purpose, leadership, and contribution come into focus
This isn't just a philosophy on paper. It's reflected in how each stage at DPS SPR — from Nursery through Middle School — is structured around where a child actually is in their growth, not just their age on a form.
Safety Without Compromise
For any parent evaluating a school, safety isn't a feature — it's the baseline. DPS SPR Gurugram treats it that way. Every staff member is a mandated reporter under POCSO Section 19. The campus operates with 24/7 CCTV surveillance, background-verified staff, strict access control, and a fully equipped medical room staffed during school hours. It's a comprehensive commitment, not an afterthought.
The People Building DPS SPR
A school is only as strong as the people leading it, and DPS SPR brings together a leadership team whose experience runs deep across the Army, education, and school administration.
Col Rishi Yadav, VSM (Retd) — Director of Operations. An NDA alumnus and 20-year Army veteran, Col Yadav led major logistics establishments during his service and broke a 16-year impasse to complete a significant infrastructure project — work that earned him the Vishisht Seva Medal. He now brings that same discipline, vision, and problem-solving rigour to building DPS SPR from the ground up.
Dr Madhuri Parti — Director of Education. With more than 20 years spent transforming schools such as Ryan International and Educomp, Dr Parti is a curriculum innovator and published author who has trained thousands of teachers over her career. Her work in education has earned her national and global recognition, and she now shapes the academic vision at DPS SPR.
Vithika Rahul — Principal. An educationist with over two decades in teaching and school leadership, Vithika Rahul previously served as Vice Principal at Excelsior American School, Gurugram, and as Head of Department at DPS R.K. Puram. As Principal of DPS SPR, she is focused on academic excellence, holistic development, and building a genuinely nurturing learning environment for every child.
Mrs Sanjhi Yadav — Director of Admissions & HR. A Hindu College alumna, Sanjhi Yadav leads Admissions and HR at DPS SPR, bringing together academic depth and creative flair. She holds a postgraduate degree in Environmental Science and a Botany Honours degree, alongside real classroom teaching experience. She's also an accomplished Kathak dancer who has performed at the Nehru Centre, the Indian High Commission in London, TEDx, and Taj Mahotsav — a mix of culture and care she brings to guiding every family through their child's first steps at the school.
Ms. Sonal Kathuria — Head, Junior School & Parent Relations. With 15+ years of experience across academic leadership, school operations, and parent engagement, Sonal Kathuria has previously served as Head of School and Junior School Headmistress at leading Gurugram institutions. At DPS SPR, she works closely with families to build trust-based relationships, with a particular focus on early childhood education and holistic development for the school's youngest learners.
Together, this team represents the depth of experience — military, academic, and administrative — behind the DPS SPR promise.
Admissions Open for 2027–28
If DPS SPR Gurugram sounds like the kind of school you've been hoping to find — one that treats legacy as a responsibility rather than a headline — admissions for the 2027–28 academic year are now open at our Sector 70-A, Gurugram campus, from Pre-Nursery through Grade 7.
This is only the first of many conversations we hope to have with you here on the DPS SPR blog — about how children learn, how they grow, and what it really takes to raise future-ready, values-driven individuals. Welcome to DPS SPR. We're glad you're here at the very beginning of this journey with us.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is DPS SPR a CBSE school?
Yes. DPS SPR is a co-educational CBSE school in Sector 70-A, Gurugram, on the Southern Peripheral Road (SPR) corridor.
Q. Which grades are admissions open for in 2027–28?
Admissions for the 2027–28 academic year are open from Pre-Nursery through Grade 7.
Q. Where is DPS SPR located?
DPS SPR is located in Sector 70-A, Gurugram, on the Southern Peripheral Road (SPR) corridor, within easy reach of the surrounding residential sectors.
Q. How do I apply for admission to DPS SPR?
You can begin by filling out the enquiry form on our admissions page. Our admissions team will then guide you through each step of the process.
Q. What makes DPS SPR different from other schools in Gurugram?
Every child is known individually — not just the top performers. DPS SPR combines a future-ready curriculum (AI literacy, entrepreneurship, design thinking), world-class sports infrastructure, and a strong focus on character taught alongside academics.
Q. How does DPS SPR ensure child safety?
Every staff member is a mandated reporter under POCSO Section 19. The campus operates with 24/7 CCTV surveillance, background-verified staff, strict access control, and a medical room staffed during school hours.
Q. What is the fee structure at DPS SPR?
Detailed fee information is shared upon enquiry. You can request the fee structure through our admissions page, and our team will share it along with the next steps.