Parent Perspectives

When uniforms cross the line from equality to exclusion, parents must step in. Learn your child’s rights and how to make school dress codes inclusive, fair, and transparent.

Delhi’s new Rashtraneeti Curriculum promises to teach students about freedom fighters and the RSS. But when history becomes homework, parents must ask: who decides what version of India our children will learn. SchoolDoor breaks down what’s changing, what parents should watch for, and how to ensure patriotism doesn’t replace perspective.

Uttar Pradesh’s Project Praveen promises to bring skill training into secondary schools, from electrical repairs to computer basics. For parents, this sounds like progress. But is it truly preparing students for real-world work, or just adding another subject to their already packed day? Here’s what you need to know about how it works, what certificates it offers, and how to ensure your child’s learning isn’t stretched too thin.

When schooling becomes just paperwork, learning loses its soul. SchoolDoor unpacks the rise of dummy schools, why many parents got drawn in, and how we can restore trust, one honest checklist at a time.

Maharashtra has made alumni associations mandatory in every school, a move that could turn nostalgia into real support, or quietly shift responsibility away from the state. Alumni can fund libraries, mentor students, and rebuild pride in public education. But without transparency and safeguards, good intentions risk becoming another bureaucratic checkbox. Here’s what parents need to know and how to make this policy work for schools, not instead of them.

Our latest SchoolDoor blog unpacks the hidden problem of forged teacher credentials, and what laws and norms say.

Phones in schools spark a tug-of-war: distraction vs. safety. Himachal bans them, Bengaluru debates them, parents everywhere worry. Should kids carry phones for emergencies, or do they derail learning? Read what’s changing, what to ask your school, and how parents can shape better rules.

When discipline turns into abuse, children suffer. Odisha’s shocking case is a wake-up call: schools must teach with respect, not fear.

AI won’t decide your child’s future. You will, by how you guide them to use it. As parents, our role is not to panic over lost jobs or chase fads, but to nurture curiosity, ethics, and adaptability. The future isn’t about rote learning; it’s about raising shapers, not just survivors.

When the rains shut schools, learning doesn’t have to stop. From SMS alerts to neighborhood study pods, parents and teachers are finding creative ways to keep children engaged during monsoon closures. Here’s how we can turn stormy days into learning days.

Parents in India spend up to 35% of their income on private schools, even when free government schools are available. Why? Because they don’t trust them. Teacher absenteeism, weak learning outcomes, and shadow tuitions are a hidden crisis eating into family budgets and peace of mind. Our new blog digs into the data, the lived stories, and the way forward.

We don’t need glossy brochures. We need honesty. From fee hikes to teacher turnover, this open letter shares what parents wish schools truly knew, from our hearts to theirs.

“While my son is cramming definitions for his science test, my cousin in Canada just posted a photo of his 12-year-old building a solar-powered car at school.” That’s something I read in a family group recently, and it hit home, even though my daughter is only six months old. As a new parent, I’ve started thinking deeply about what kind of education I want for her. My own schooling was rigorous, structured, and deeply theoretical, but often disconnected from the real world. I

Urban schooling in India often feels like navigating a maze—admission lotteries, skyrocketing fees, overcrowded classrooms, and teacher churn leave parents exhausted and anxious. Through real parent stories and systemic insights, we map these friction points and invite you to share yours. Together, let’s turn lived frustrations into collective action.

In 2025, Indian parents are battling skyrocketing school fees, intense academic pressure, and growing mental health concerns. From anxiety affecting 51% of students to widening urban-rural education gaps, here's a deep dive into the real mindset of middle-class parents—and the progressive schooling trends, tech-driven solutions, and parent-led movements offering hope. What’s your biggest schooling worry?

If you’re a parent in India, you know this chaos. Finding the right  school for your child feels less like a thoughtful decision and more like navigating a maze blindfolded. Every school claims to be “the best.” Websites flaunt “Ranked No. 1!” badges. Billboards beam pictures of smiling kids in spotless labs. Magazines release endless Top 10 lists, each with different names. And yet, beneath the gloss, one question nags all of us: Can we really trust any of it?  A hard truth