A school rooted in Navsari
Learning with purpose, since 1856.
Sir C.J.N.Z. Madresa (Parsi) High School has served generations of students through quality education, civic responsibility and a belief that education should illuminate a wider life.
At a glance
A school with deep roots and an active present.
- 1856
- Founded in Navsari
- 3 Sections
- Grades 9–12 Govt. Aided Grades 1–8 Private Gujarati Medium Non-Aided Grades 1–10 English Medium
- NCC
- Active National Cadet Corps in school
- Sports
- Active sports with majority winning record
Our school
A tradition of education with a public purpose.
Sir C.J.N.Z. Madresa (Parsi) High School is among western India’s historic educational institutions. Its work has always extended beyond the classroom: from evening learning for working artisans to early co-education, the school has grown with the community it serves.
Today, that same commitment is expressed through state-board teaching, science and computer facilities, NCC, sport and service programmes where students learn alongside one another.
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1856
A beginning in Navsari
Established with 75 students, the school became part of the city’s educational life.
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1932
Co-education begins
The institution opened new paths for girls’ education and progressive learning.
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Today
Learning continues
Students learn through academics, laboratories, sport, service and cultural life.
Institutional structure
Three Sections of the School
The school comprises three distinct sections serving our student community:
Grades 9 to 12
Government AidedGovernment Aided section for students in standards 9 through 12.
Grades 1 to 8
Private Gujarati Medium (Non-Aided)Private Gujarati Medium non-aided section for students in standards 1 through 8.
Grades 1 to 10
English MediumEnglish Medium section for students in standards 1 through 10.
Cadet Training
National Cadet Corps (NCC)
The school features an active National Cadet Corps (NCC) unit for students.
Sports & Athletics
Sports Competitions
The school has an active sports culture with our students winning the majority of competitions.
Leadership
The Principal’s Desk
Mr. Marzban E. Patrawala
B.A., B.Ed. | Principal & Head of Institute
Leading Sir C.J.N.Z. Madresa (Parsi) High School in academic distinction and character formation.
“Education here is not merely about academic achievement. It is about shaping resilient, compassionate and enlightened citizens across our three sections: Grades 9–12 Government Aided, Grades 1–8 Private Gujarati Medium Non-Aided and Grades 1–10 English Medium.”
With science and computer facilities alongside NCC, NSS, scouting, road safety patrol and sports where our students win the majority of competitions, the school gives students room to develop capability and character together.
A record of stewardship
Heads of Institute
1855 to the present
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01
1855–1871
Mr. Sorabji Edulji Vajifdar
First Head of Institute
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02
1871–1875 • M.A., LL.B.
Mr. Kersaspji Rustomji Dadachanji
Khan Bahadur K. R. Dadachanji – Dewan & Chief Justice of Baroda State. The road from Dudhiya Talao to Luncikui is named after him to this day.
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03
1875–1882 • B.A.
Mr. Framji Navroji Dadi Burjor
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04
1882–1883 • B.A.
Mr. Dorabji Kharshedji Nariman
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05
1883–1886 • B.A.
Mr. Govind Shridhar Apte
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06
1886–1888 • M.A.
Mr. Meherjibhai Nosherwanji Kuka
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07
1888–1889 • M.A.
Mr. Bejanji Navroji Kutar
Deputy Sir Suba, Baroda State
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08
1889–1891 • B.A.
Mr. Ramchandra Gopal Machve
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09
June 1891–Sept 1891 • B.A.
Mr. Nasserwanji Kavasji Masani
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10
1891–June 1892 • B.A.
Mr. Hirjibhai Framji Marker (Acting)
Acting Head of Institute
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11
July 1892–June 1925 • B.A.
Mr. Dhanjishaw Edulji Patel
A very conscientious head who wrote the original school records himself and daily notes with pen-holder and ink throughout his 33 years of leadership.
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12
1925–1947 • B.A., LL.B.
Mr. Bamanji Hormasji Desai
Also served as an assistant teacher of the Madresa (Parsi) from 1897 to 1924, completing 50 years of total service. Gifted the school the Sunabai Pavilion.
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13
June 1947–Dec 1947
Mr. Gulabbhai D. Naik (In-Charge)
In-Charge Head of Institute
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14
Dec 1947–1973 • B.Sc., B.T. T.D. (London)
Mr. Sorabji Hormasji Wadia
Steered the institution through post-independence educational modernization across 26 years.
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15
1973–1986 • M.A., B.Ed.
Mr. Kantilal Ambaram Rawal
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16
1986–1988 • B.A., B.Ed., D.P.Ed.
Mr. Manubhai Kikabhai Naik
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17
1988–1990 • B.A., B.Ed.
Ms. Perinbanu Manchersha Mallo
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18
1990–2013 • M.Com., B.Ed.
Mr. Dara Dinshaji Jokhi
Dedicated 23 years of institutional leadership, advancing computer education and academic facilities.
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19
2013–2022 • B.Sc., B.P.Ed.
Mr. Jemi Hormasji Awari
Championed academic excellence, physical education and co-curricular programmes.
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2022–Present • B.A., B.Ed.
Mr. Marzban E. Patrawala
Current Principal and Head of Institute, guiding modern learning while honouring our heritage.
School governance
Board of Trustees
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Neville Dara Deboo
Chairman
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Jal Burjorji Garda
Trustee
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Rumy Noshir Jada
Trustee
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Sohrab Ardeshar Vakharia
Trustee
Campus archive
The school, as it is.
A small, growing record of the campus and its everyday life. Every image shown here belongs to the school.
The archive will expand as new verified photographs are added.
School office
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For admissions, visits, or general school enquiries, contact the office directly or leave a message below.
- Visit
- Sayaji Road, Navsari, Gujarat 396445
- Office hours
- Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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