Bethany School
36, Acharya Bhanu Path Kurseong West Bengal - 734203 India · Darjeeling · West Bengal
If you’re exploring schools in the Kurseong area, Bethany School often comes up as a small, community-oriented ICSE school. This summary brings together what’s publicly available so you can decide whether it’s worth a visit.
Basic Details
- Boards
- ICSE (CISCE) – Affiliation code WB199
- Classes
- Classes 1 to 10
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- Unclear – boarding vs day
- Founded
- 1992 (as per multiple directories)
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16 teachers; estimated ratio 15:1–25:1 (low confidence)
- Students
- Not officially listed; directories suggest a small-to-medium size (200–500 students)
- Staff
- Head Teacher: Mr. Jagadish P. Chachan, 16 total teachers (6 male, 10 female)
Summary for the Parent
Overview
Bethany School, Kurseong is a small ICSE-affiliated school that seems to focus on personal attention and a community feel.
Facilities are modest, and there’s some confusion online about whether it’s still operational or offers boarding.
What kind of child this school works best for
A child who benefits from smaller class sizes.
Families looking for an ICSE curriculum without high fees.
Parents who value a close-knit, teacher-led environment.
Strengths
Reported caring teachers and small classes.
ICSE curriculum.
Library and basic computer facilities.
Community-oriented environment.
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
Conflicting information about boarding and operational status.
Limited infrastructure (rented building, few toilets).
No official website or fee transparency.
Sparse online reviews and no recent exam data.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Is the school currently operational?
Is it a day or boarding school?
Can the school share its latest ICSE affiliation certificate?
What is the current fee structure and what does it include?
How many students are in each class?
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