St. Xavier's Academy
Baralota PO. - G.L.A. College Daltonganj Jharkhand - 822102 India · Palamu · Jharkhand
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Basic Details
- Boards
- Primary with Upper Primary (Classes 1–8), Hindi medium
- Classes
- Class 1 to Class 8
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No
- Medium
- Hindi
- Founded
- 2006
- Student–teacher ratio
- Around 30–35:1 (22–25 teachers for 761 students)
- Students
- 761 students enrolled
Staff
22–25 teachers, Head Teacher listed as Lilly, 13 female and 9 male teachers, library with ~5,000 books, 22–25 computers in labSummary for the Parent
Overview
St. Xavier’s Academy, Baralota is a co-educational, Hindi-medium school offering Classes 1–8. It’s a modest but functional setup with a library, computer lab, and playground. With around 761 students and 22–25 teachers, it provides a structured environment for children from local families.
Best Fit For
A child who benefits from close teacher supervision and a structured routine.
A child comfortable in a Hindi-medium environment.
A child whose family values proximity and affordability over premium facilities.
Strengths
Dedicated teachers and approachable staff.
Functional library and computer lab.
Safe, co-ed environment.
Serves as a good local option for primary and upper-primary education.
Trade-offs
Limited amenities and no ramp for disabled access.
No classes beyond Grade 8.
Internet and digital learning facilities uncertain.
Mid-day meal not provided.
Communication delays reported by some parents.
Questions to Ask
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Confirm current teacher count and class strength.
Ask about extracurricular activities and computer lab usage.
Check if the school plans to expand to higher grades.
Verify safety and hygiene measures on campus.
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