St. Francis School
Banhora P.O. Hehal Ranchi Jharkhand - 834005 India · Ranchi · Jharkhand
If you’re exploring schools around Ranchi, St. Francis School, Banhora often comes up as a familiar name. It’s part of the well-known Franciscan network that many parents in the city trust. Here’s a detailed, parent-friendly look at what this campus offers — and what you should double-check before applying.
Basic Details
- Boards
- CISCE (ICSE/ISC)
- Classes
- Class 1 to Class 8
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (day school)
- Founded
- 2003 (for the Banhora campus)
Staff
Managed by the Ranchi Franciscan Society (T.O.R. Franciscan Society); principal listed as Fr. Shaji Alappurath on the main siteSummary for the Parent
Overview
St. Francis School, Banhora is a smaller branch of the well-known Franciscan network in Ranchi. It offers a structured, values-based education and a clean, safe environment. However, parents should be aware that online information about this campus is limited and sometimes mixed with details from the Harmu branch.
Best Fit For
A child who thrives in a disciplined, faith-based environment.
A child who enjoys both academics and co-curricular activities.
Strengths
Strong academic ethos from the Franciscan network.
Clean and secure campus.
Dedicated teachers and supportive environment.
Good extracurricular exposure.
Trade-offs / Things to check
Limited transparency about fees.
Confusion between Banhora and Harmu campus details online.
Unclear if all listed facilities exist at Banhora.
Limited online reviews specific to this campus.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Request a written fee structure and confirm all charges.
Verify the board affiliation and class range for Banhora.
Ask about student-teacher ratio and teacher qualifications.
Confirm transport routes and safety measures.
Visit the campus personally before finalising admission.
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