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Stepping Stone Model School

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Newtown P.O. Alipurduar Alipurduar West Bengal - 736 121 India

If you’re a parent exploring ICSE schools in Alipurduar, Stepping Stone Model School is one of the long-standing names you’ll come across. This summary brings together what’s publicly known — the good, the gaps, and what you should check in person before deciding.

ICSECo-edNursery - 12Ratio Not available publiclyNot published online students
  • One of the oldest ICSE/ISC schools in Alipurduar, established in 1988
  • Active participation in district-level science and cultural events
  • House system with Power, Peace, and Prosperity as the three houses

Summary for Parents

Overview

  • Stepping Stone Model School is a long-established ICSE/ISC school in Alipurduar with a solid local reputation for academics and extracurriculars.
  • While parents appreciate the teachers and school environment, the lack of transparent online information about fees, results, and facilities means you’ll need to verify details in person.

Best Fit For

  • A child who enjoys structured academics and English-medium learning
  • A child who likes participating in cultural and sports activities
  • A child who thrives in a close-knit, community-based school environment

Strengths

  • Long-standing ICSE/ISC affiliation
  • Balanced focus on academics and extracurriculars
  • Positive local reputation and approachable staff
  • Safe, co-educational environment

Trade-offs / Things to check

  • Fee structure not available online
  • No recent board exam data published
  • Unclear student–teacher ratio
  • Some facility claims (like hostel or swimming pool) need verification

Recommendations / Questions to Ask

  • Request the latest fee structure and annual charges
  • Ask for recent ICSE/ISC results and subject toppers
  • Confirm actual facilities available on campus
  • Inquire about class size and teacher qualifications
  • Visit during school hours to observe classroom interaction

School Information

Board / Curriculum

ICSE

Grades offered

Nursery - 12

Medium

English

Type

Co-ed

Students

Not published online

Student–Teacher Ratio

Not available publicly

Boarding

Day school only

Pincode

736121

Leadership & Staff

  • Founded by Mita Ghosh
  • Chandan Ghosh listed as principal in multiple sources

Fees & Admissions

Class / CategoryFee (₹)Notes
Information not availableNo official fee structure or prospectus found online

Admission Process for Interested Parents

Admission Period

  • 1.Likely between January and March (based on regional ICSE school patterns)

Eligibility

  • 1.Age-appropriate for each grade; progression-based for higher classes

Documents Required

  • 1.Birth certificate
  • 2.Transfer certificate
  • 3.Residence proof
  • 4.Previous school records
  • 5.Passport-size photos
  • 6.Immunization record

Contact

  • 1.Call (03564) 255496 or visit the school office for the latest admission notice and form

What Parents Say

Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.

Academics (ICSE/ISC)

Positives

The school offers all three streams — Science, Commerce, and Arts — and has a history of good results according to alumni.

Watch out for

Recent board exam data is not published, making it hard to assess current academic performance.

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Ask: Ask for the last three years’ ICSE and ISC results and subject toppers.

Primary & Middle School

Positives

Parents mention creative activities like storytelling, drama, and fancy dress that make learning engaging.

Watch out for

The student–teacher ratio and class size are not available online.

💬

Ask: Request to observe a class or ask about average class size.

Extracurriculars & Sports

Positives

The school is known for active participation in cultural and sports events, including district-level competitions.

Watch out for

Some online listings overstate facilities like swimming pools or hostels, which may not exist.

💬

Ask: Visit the campus to confirm which facilities are actually available.

Transparency & Communication

Positives

The school has a long-standing local reputation and approachable staff.

Watch out for

Fee structure and updated information are not easily accessible online.

💬

Ask: Ask for a printed fee structure and details of any additional charges.

Campus & Facilities

Classrooms, library, auditorium, IT/computer lab, and science labs (physics, chemistry, biology)Music and dance rooms, indoor sports (cricket, badminton, table tennis, kho-kho, chess)Playground, cafeteria, medical check-up facility, CCTV and securityTransport facility available (school buses)Some listings mention hostel, gymnasium, or swimming pool — these are not confirmed by official sourcesALIPURDUARALIPURDUAR NEW TOWNBARARANGRASHBHATIBARIBIRPARA ALIPURDUARBORAGARICHALNIRPAKCHAPARERPARDAKSHIN PATKAPARAGHARGHARIAHATGOPALDASHATHATIDHURAKHOCHABARIHATKHOLTAKUMARIJANMARICHBARIPANCHKOLGURIPASCHIM KHALISAMARIPASCHIM SHALBARISOUDPARATAPSHIKHATAUTTARPATKAPARA

Reviews from Other Platforms

Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by EduTribe.

What parents liked

"A cool and wonderful school. Experienced teachers."

Justdial user, Feb 2020

"Good infrastructure and encouraging teachers."

Justdial / directory snippet

"Active in sports and cultural events; good exposure for students."

Parent comment on SchoolDekho / Careers360

Concerns raised

"Some facility claims vary across sites; parents should verify (hostel/swimming)."

"Fee details not transparent online; had to call office to confirm."

"Limited publicly available latest inspection or result data online."

What Kind of Peer Group?

Age Range

Nursery to 17–18 years (up to Class 12)

Family Backgrounds

Mostly local families from Alipurduar and nearby areas, including professionals and government employees

Socio-economic Profile

Predominantly middle-income families who value English-medium ICSE education

Child Profiles

Students who are academically inclined but also enjoy cultural and sports activities

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