Shankarwadi is an educational habitation situated within Pathardi block of ahmadnagar district, maharashtra. As per the official UDISE+ directory, the village hosts 2 registered schools, including 0 Government/Local Body institutions and 2 recognized private schools.

In accordance with national Samagra Shiksha norms, free elementary schooling is provided within walking distance. Students enrolled in government schools receive free school bags, uniforms, textbooks, and fresh hot-cooked nutritional meals daily under the .

RTE 25% Free Admission Quota: Under Section 12(1)(c) of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, private unaided schools in and around Shankarwadi are legally required to admit a minimum of 25% students from weaker sections and disadvantaged groups into entry-level classes completely tuition-free.

FAQs — Frequently Asked Questions about Shankarwadi Schools

✅How many schools are registered in Shankarwadi?

There are 2 registered schools in Shankarwadi village (Pathardi Block, ahmadnagar) recorded in the UDISE+ database.

✅Are there tuition-free government schools in Shankarwadi?

Most schools in this immediate village are private institutions. Tuition-free government elementary schools are accessible in nearby habitations within Pathardi block.

✅Do private schools in Shankarwadi offer RTE 25% free seats?

Yes, as mandated by the Right to Education (RTE) Act Section 12(1)(c), all recognized private schools in Shankarwadi reserve 25% of their entry-level class seats for economically weaker and disadvantaged children.

✅How can parents verify facilities and report cards for Shankarwadi schools?

Parents can enter the school's unique 11-digit UDISE code on the official portal (udiseplus.gov.in) to download the School Report Card detailing classroom counts, functional toilets, and drinking water facilities.