St. Stephen's Besania Public School
Chelad Kothamangalam Distt Ernakulam Kerala · Kochi · Kerala
Basic Details
- Boards
- CBSE
- Classes
- LKG to Grade 12
- Co-ed
- Yes
- Boarding
- Not clearly confirmed; hostel listed in directories, not on site.
- Founded
- 1997 (as per school website and CBSE SARAS)
- Student–teacher ratio
- Between 35:1 and 52:1
- Students
- ~1200
Staff
Principal listed as Santhy Kuriakose (CBSE SARAS) / Thomas M J (Mandatory Disclosure) — needs confirmation., Teaching staff between 23–39.Summary for the Parent
Overview
St. Stephen’s Besania Public School is a long-standing CBSE school in Kothamangalam with a reputation for solid academics and a transparent management structure. It’s a co-ed day school that serves families looking for a structured, moderately priced CBSE education.
Best Fit For
A child who thrives in a structured, academic environment.
Families who value traditional teaching with some modern facilities.
Students preparing for CBSE board exams with consistent teacher support.
Strengths
CBSE affiliation with documented results.
Good lab and library facilities.
Transparent public disclosures.
Mid-range fee structure.
Stable management with long local presence.
Trade-offs
Outdated fee document (2021–22).
Conflicting information about staff and principal.
Limited recent parent reviews online.
Facilities like hostel and swimming pool need verification.
Student–teacher ratio may be on the higher side.
Questions To Ask
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Request the latest fee and transport details.
Ask for recent CBSE results and extracurricular achievements.
Visit the campus to see classrooms and sports areas.
Check how the school supports weaker students academically.
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