Barasat Indira Gandhi Memorial High School
18, Jessore ROAD(SOUTH), Rathtala · 24 North Paraganas · West Bengal
If you’re exploring CBSE schools around Barasat, Barasat Indira Gandhi Memorial High School (BIGMHS) is one that often comes up in parent discussions. This summary brings together verified facts, parent feedback, and practical insights to help you decide if it’s the right fit for your child.
Basic Details
- Boards
- CBSE
- Classes
- Pre-Primary (Montessori) to Class XII
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- No
- Founded
- 1995 (as per CBSE SARAS records)
- Student–teacher ratio
- Claimed 1:20 (114 teachers listed in MPD)
- Staff
- 114 teachers (PGT 30, TGT 46, PRT 52), 1 Special Educator, 1 Counsellor
Summary for the Parent
Overview
Barasat Indira Gandhi Memorial High School is a long-standing CBSE school known for its discipline, structured academics, and strong board results.
It offers a secure environment and a variety of extracurriculars, especially for younger students.
However, parents should be aware of concerns around classroom space, secondary-level stress, and occasional communication issues.
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