St. John's Academy
Fairy Dale Estate, Mirzapur Road Karchana Uttar Pradesh - 212301 India · Mirzapur · Uttar Pradesh
If you’re exploring good ICSE schools in Prayagraj that also offer boarding, Saint John’s Academy (SJA) is one name that often comes up.
Basic Details
- Boards
- Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (ICSE / ISC), Affiliation Code: UP126
- Classes
- Pre-Nursery to Class XII
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- Yes – Day-cum-Residential with separate hostels for boys and girls
- Founded
- 1993
- Student–teacher ratio
- Reported 20:1 (Ezyschooling)
- Students
- Capacity of around 2000 students (exact current enrollment not published)
- Staff
- Principal: Dr. (Ms.) Zareen Fatma Rizvi; experienced teaching staff with long tenure
Summary for the Parent
Overview
Saint John’s Academy (SJA) is a well-established ICSE school in Prayagraj offering both day and boarding options. It combines academics with strong sports and extracurricular exposure, especially through its cricket academy partnership.
Best Fit For
Children who thrive in structured, disciplined environments
Students who enjoy sports and outdoor activities
Families looking for a balanced academic and boarding experience
Strengths
Strong boarding program with good discipline
Active sports and extracurricular calendar
Experienced leadership and teaching staff
Established ICSE/ISC curriculum
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
Fee structure can be complex; confirm all components
Transport system may need better communication tools
Limited public data on board exam results
Some parents mention slow administrative response times
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
Request a detailed fee breakup for the first year
Ask for recent board exam performance data
Visit the hostels and sports facilities personally
Confirm transport routes and safety measures
Check if the school offers career counseling for senior students
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