St. Mary's School
Sandal Chakkar Shimla Himachal Pradesh - 171005 India · Shimla · Himachal Pradesh
Basic Details
- Boards
- ICSE (CISCE) and ISC
- Classes
- Kindergarten through Senior Secondary
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- Both
- Founded
- 1992
- Staff
- Principal – Mrs. Neelam Prabhakar
Summary for the Parent
What kind of child will this school work for best
Children who thrive in structured, academically focused environments
Families looking for ICSE/ISC curriculum in Shimla
Students comfortable in a traditional, convent‑style school culture
Strengths
ICSE/ISC affiliation with a long-standing reputation
Principal known for being approachable
Balanced focus on academics and discipline
Offers both day and boarding options
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
Limited transparency on fees and admission details online
Mixed feedback on boarding facilities
Sparse recent parent reviews
Need to verify current infrastructure and extracurricular offerings
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Request the latest prospectus and fee structure in person
Ask to meet current parents for firsthand feedback
Visit both day and boarding facilities before deciding
Check how the school supports extracurricular and holistic development
Summary For The Parent
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