Union Chapel School
137, Lenin Sarani Dharamtala Street Kolkata West Bengal - 700013 India · Kolkata · West Bengal
If you’re looking for a long-standing, centrally located school in Kolkata that balances academics with co-curricular activities, Union Chapel School might be worth exploring. This report brings together verified details, parent feedback, and practical insights to help you decide if it’s the right fit for your child.
Basic Details
- Boards
- CISCE — ICSE (Class X) and ISC (Class XII)
- Classes
- Play School to Class XII (Humanities and Commerce streams; Science offered depending on subjects)
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No — Day School
- Founded
- 1967 (founded November 1967; first principal Mrs. Emerald Siromoni)
- Student–teacher ratio
- Not published; school describes faculty as “qualified, trained and dedicated”
- Students
- Not publicly listed; moderate-sized city school (no official figure published)
Staff
Principal: Mrs. Jayita Biswas, Several teachers received Teachers par Excellence awards (2024), Under Diocese of Calcutta (CNI) chaired by Rt. Revd. Dr. Paritosh CanningSummary for the Parent
Summary For The Parent
Union Chapel School is a long-established CISCE-affiliated day school in central Kolkata. It offers a balanced mix of academics, co-curricular activities, and community engagement. The school’s recent recognitions and active event calendar suggest renewed energy and leadership.
What kind of child will this school work for best: A child who enjoys both academics and creative activities; A student comfortable in a compact, city-based campus; A child who thrives in a diverse, inclusive environment.
Strengths: Long heritage and stable affiliation with CISCE; Active co-curricular and cultural programs; Reasonable fees and transparent payment system; Dedicated teachers with recent awards.
Potential trade-offs / Things to check: Limited open space for sports; Student–teacher ratio not publicly available; Transport options may be limited; Older reviews mention academic management issues (seem improved now).
Recommendations / Questions to Ask: What is the current student–teacher ratio? Can the school share recent board exam results? How does the school ensure syllabus completion? What are the exact fees and refund policies? Are there any after-school or remedial programs for board classes?
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