Host Campus
Established in 1959 by Dr Jagdish Gandhi and Dr Bharti Gandhi with just five students, City Montessori School (CMS) Station Road Campus holds a special place in the history of CMS. Located on Dr Jagdish Gandhi Marg, near Charbagh Railway Station in Lucknow, this is the institution’s first campus—the foundation from which CMS grew into a global educational community.
The campus’s legacy is rooted in an approach to education that combines academic achievement with communication, creativity, character development, and an awareness of the wider world. Its students are encouraged to become articulate thinkers, confident writers, perceptive debaters, and responsible global citizens. Dr (Mrs) Bharti Gandhi, CMS Founder-Director, served as the campus’s first Principal from 1959 to 1974, helping shape the educational ethos that continues to guide the institution.
Glimpses from the Campus
Academic Excellence and Student Achievement
CMS Station Road continues to uphold its academic tradition through focused teaching, individual attention, and opportunities for students to demonstrate their abilities. In the 2026 CMS comparative examinations, Suramya Vaish emerged as the campus topper in ICSE Class X with 93%, while Ilma Ahmad topped the campus in ISC Class XII with 86%. The campus also celebrated Shaurya Agarwal’s 99.25% in the ISC Board Examination 2026, earning him All India Rank 4. These achievements reflect the dedication of students and educators and the importance of sustained academic effort.
An Alumni Community Making a Difference
The achievements of Station Road alumni extend across public service, international relations, medicine, academia, the arts, and other professional fields. Among its distinguished former students are:
Mr Prakash Gupta, IFS — Joint Secretary (Summits), Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India and Consul General of India, Seattle
Mr Suboor Usmani, IRS — Director (Intelligence & Criminal Investigation), Lucknow, Ministry of Finance, GOI
Mr Nilabh Saxena, IAS — Commissioner (Industries, Commerce & CSR, Bureau of Investment Promotion), Jaipur, Rajasthan
Mr Kshitendra Verma, IRS (C&IT) — Commissioner, Directorate General of System & Data Management zone, Delhi
Mr Hasan Ahmed, IRS — Customs & Indirect Taxes, Additional Commissioner of Customs, Jawahar Lal Nehru Port
Lt. Col. Prashant Kumar Singh — Senior officer associated with UIDAI and the Indian Army’s Territorial Army
Mrs Aisha Khan — Deputy Secretary, Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance, New Delhi
Mr Avinash Kumar, IAS — Civil servant who has served as District Magistrate of Hardoi
Mr Ali Ahmad — Additional SP, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, and Sangeet Visharad from Bhatkhande University, Lucknow.
Prof. Nita Gandhi Forouhi — Physician and Professor at the University of Cambridge, UK
Ms Celina Jaitly — Actor, former Miss India, and advocate for equality
Mr Anoop Jalota — Acclaimed singer and musician
Their professional journeys demonstrate the diverse directions in which CMS alumni have taken their education and experiences. They also offer current students examples of how knowledge, perseverance, and a sense of purpose can translate into meaningful contributions to society.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
At Station Road, education extends beyond textbooks and examinations. The campus provides opportunities for students to participate in academic conventions, cultural activities, and sporting events that develop confidence, collaboration, and leadership.
Its signature events include:
CONCORD – The International Football Tournament: Bringing young footballers together through competition, sportsmanship, and the shared language of sport.
IYCCE – International Youth Convention on Economics and Commerce: Encouraging students to explore economic and commercial issues, exchange ideas, and strengthen their analytical and communication skills.
KIDS BONANZA: Offering younger participants opportunities for joyful learning, creativity, and engagement.
Through these opportunities, students are encouraged to discover their strengths, explore new interests, and develop the confidence to participate in an interconnected world.