Jyotirmoy Public School
Parent InsightsJYOTIRMOY KNOWLEDGE PARK, TEMATHA, KALIKAPUR P.S SONARPUR
If you’re exploring CBSE schools around Sonarpur or South 24 Parganas, Jyotirmoy Public School is one name that often comes up. This school has been around for two decades and offers both day and boarding options — something not very common in this area.
- ✦Offers both full and weekday boarding — uncommon in suburban Kolkata.
- ✦Part of the larger Jyotirmoy Knowledge Park campus.
- ✦Students have represented the school in state and national-level sports.
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •Jyotirmoy Public School is a CBSE-affiliated co-ed school established in 2004, offering Pre-Nursery to XII with both day and boarding options. It has strong academic results and a growing extracurricular culture. Parent feedback is mixed, with appreciation for academics and facilities, but concerns about administration and communication.
Strengths
- •Strong CBSE results, boarding options, good sports & extracurricular exposure, smart classrooms, modern facilities, active events.
Trade-offs / Things to check
- •Mixed reviews about administration and staff behaviour. Conflicting information about campus size. Transport fee details not transparent. Some older reviews raise serious but unverified concerns. Limited clarity on student–teacher ratio.
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- •Visit the campus and boarding facilities in person. Verify the latest safety and fire certificates. Ask for updated student–teacher ratio and class sizes. Discuss grievance redressal and communication channels. Confirm all fees, including transport and optional charges.
School Information
Board / Curriculum
CBSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Students
Not officially published. Class X (113 students, 2023) and Class XII (169 students, 2023). Estimated total 700–1,500 (not official).
Student–Teacher Ratio
70 teachers listed; ratio not precisely stated. Estimated ~14:1 if total students ~1,000.
Boarding
Day school only
Established
2004
Pincode
743330
Leadership & Staff
- • Principal: Sushant Das (M.Sc, B.Ed)
- • Special Educator: Preeti Das
- • Counsellor: Kartick Bachhar
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Form Fee | 400 | One-time |
| Admission + Caution Deposit | 12,500 – 47,500 | Varies by class |
| Annual/Session Fee | 8,400 – 13,400 | Class-dependent |
| Monthly Tuition Fee | 1,400 – 3,200 | Pre-Nursery to XII |
| Example Total (New Admission) | 70,400 – 82,060 | Class IX–XII (AY 2025–26) |
• Fees are from the school’s official 2025–26 fee structure
• Transport fees are not published; parents should confirm route-wise charges.
• Always verify whether the quoted fees are for new or existing students.
Admission Process for Interested Parents
Steps
- 1.Fill out the online enquiry or admission form (₹400).
- 2.Submit required documents and pay admission/registration fees.
- 3.Entrance test or interview may apply for higher classes.
- 4.Submit previous school records and Transfer Certificate (for Class I and above).
- 5.Confirmation after verification and payment of admission charges.
Documents Required
- 1.Birth certificate
- 2.Proof of residence
- 3.Previous school report card / Transfer Certificate
- 4.Passport-size photographs
- 5.Medical records (for boarding students)
- 6.Special education documentation (if applicable)
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics
Positives
Parents appreciate the school’s strong CBSE results, with 100% pass in Class X (2023) and 91.7% in Class XII. Teachers are described as supportive and focused on board preparation.
Watch out for
Some older reviews mention inconsistent teaching quality and lack of attention in certain subjects.
Ask: Ask for recent board results and subject-wise toppers. How does the school support weaker students?
Infrastructure & Campus
Positives
The school has smart classrooms, labs, and a large playground. Boarding and residential facilities are a plus for many families.
Watch out for
There’s confusion about the actual campus size (official vs website claim). Some documents have unclear formatting.
Ask: Request a campus tour and verify safety certificates and boarding facilities.
Boarding & Transport
Positives
Boarding and weekday boarding options are rare in this region, giving flexibility to parents.
Watch out for
Transport fees and routes are not publicly listed.
Ask: Ask for transport route maps, safety measures, and boarding supervision details.
Administration & Staff Behaviour
Positives
Some parents note that teachers are approachable and the school has improved in recent years.
Watch out for
A few reviews, especially older ones, mention rude staff and poor management communication.
Ask: Ask how the school handles grievances and what systems are in place for parent feedback.
Campus & Facilities
11,492.02 sq. meters (~2.84 acres) as per official disclosure; conflicting claim on 22 acres per website
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"It is a very good exam centre, bus and auto are available from Sonarpur railway station. All teachers and staff’s are very good and helpful."
— Samrat Mondal
"I am a student of JPS since 2011… now in Class 11… JPS has changed a lot. The faculties, infrastructure, environment, activities for enrichment have developed a lot."
— Srijan Pal
"The best English medium school I have seen ever. Excellent teaching, academics and co-academics."
— Somnath Jana
"Jyotirmoy Public School is an excellent institution with state-of-the-art facilities. The smartboards in every classroom enhance the learning experience."
— Justdial Review, 2023
Concerns raised
"The most fake and bogus school, no proper education, some of the teachers are teaching wrong, and no respect of the teachers as well. 50% salary taken every month from the teachers by force."
— Ezio
"Several reviewers expressed dissatisfaction with the behavior of staff towards students."
— Justdial
"Complaints about management and communication"
— Facebook reviews
What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
3 to 18 years (Pre-Nursery to Class XII).
Family Backgrounds
Mostly families from South 24 Parganas and Greater Kolkata suburbs, with some from outside due to boarding.
Socio-economic Profile
Middle to upper-middle-class families who can afford private CBSE schooling.
Child Profiles
Academically focused students, children active in sports and extracurriculars, and those comfortable with structured or residential environments.
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