St. Francis Xavier School
Ga - Block, Purbachal Phase I Cluster IV & V, Sector III, Salt Lake City Kolkata West Bengal - 700097 India · Purba · West Bengal
Basic Details
- Boards
- CISCE – ICSE (Class X) and ISC (Class XII)
- Classes
- Class I to XII (pre-school handled by St. Francis International)
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No – Day school only
- Founded
- 1982 (official site)
- Student–teacher ratio
- ~20:1
Staff
Founded and led by Mrs. Sheela Chopra; experienced faculty and subject specialists; active academic coordinatorsSummary for the Parent
Overview
St. Francis Xavier School is a well-established ICSE/ISC school in Salt Lake with a long history and a structured academic environment. It’s known for its consistent results, active extracurricular calendar, and clear academic focus.
What kind of child will this school work best for
A child who thrives in a structured, exam-oriented environment.
A child who enjoys organized sports and inter-house competitions.
Strengths
Established academic reputation
Active extracurricular and club culture
Updated communication through noticeboard and app
Experienced teaching staff
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
Administrative responsiveness and communication
Clarity on one-time and transport fees
Limited campus space (urban setting)
Mixed parent reviews on staff behaviour
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