Central Modern School
156, M.n.k. Road (south) Baranagar Kolkata West Bengal - 700036 India · Baranagar · West Bengal
If you’re a parent exploring ICSE schools in North Kolkata, Central Modern School (CMS), Baranagar often comes up in conversations.
Basic Details
- Boards
- CISCE – ICSE (Class X) and ISC (Class XII)
- Classes
- Nursery to Class XII (Science, Commerce, Humanities)
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No (day school only)
- Founded
- 1988 (started as Montessori; CISCE affiliation from 1992)
- Student–teacher ratio
- Not disclosed; parents should confirm directly
- Staff
- Founded by Mr. Chittajit De; expanded under late Mr. Nabarun De; currently led by Ms. Namrata De
Summary for the Parent
Overview
Central Modern School (Baranagar) is a long‑standing ICSE/ISC school known for its large campus, balanced academics, and reasonable fees.
Parents appreciate the infrastructure and extracurricular options, though some express concerns about communication and staff behaviour.
Best Fit For
Children who thrive in structured academic settings
Students who enjoy sports and outdoor activities
Families seeking value-for-money ICSE education
Strengths
Established reputation and CISCE affiliation
Spacious campus with multiple sports facilities
Reasonable fee structure (as per parent feedback)
Focus on both academics and extracurriculars
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
Communication and staff attitude concerns
Lack of transparent fee details online
Limited information on special‑needs support
Verify safety and supervision measures
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Request the printed fee schedule and refund policy
Ask for student‑teacher ratio by grade
Confirm transport routes and charges
Check recent ICSE/ISC results
Ask about counselling or learning support services
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