Madonna English School
Parent InsightsAlalpatti - P. O. D. M. C. DARBHANGA Bihar - 846 003 India
- ✦Established in 1978, making it one of the older ICSE schools in Darbhanga
- ✦Active Facebook community celebrating student achievements
- ✦Library with over 3,000 books
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •Madonna English School is a long-standing ICSE school in Darbhanga that has built a reputation for academic results and community pride.
- •However, parent reviews show a mixed picture — while some appreciate the teachers and results, others raise concerns about discipline and administrative responsiveness.
Strengths
- •Established reputation and ICSE affiliation
- •Active parent and alumni community
- •Library and computer facilities
- •Consistent academic celebrations on social media
Trade-offs / Things to check
- •Discipline and administrative responsiveness
- •Overcrowded classrooms
- •Unverified claims about certain facilities
- •Lack of transparent fee information
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- •Request the latest fee structure and transport details
- •Ask for class size and student–teacher ratio
- •Verify facilities like labs and sports areas in person
- •Discuss how the school handles discipline and parent communication
- •Ask for recent ICSE results and remedial support options
School Information
Board / Curriculum
ICSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
846003
Leadership & Staff
- • 42 teachers (16 male, 26 female)
- • Library with ~3451 books
- • 15 computers
Fees & Admissions
Annual fees
Fee details will be updated soon.
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Admission Process for Interested Parents
Timeline
Not published online; likely between January–March (to be confirmed directly)
Documents Required
- 1.Birth certificate
- 2.Transfer certificate
- 3.Report card
- 4.Residence proof
- 5.Passport photos
- 6.Medical record
How to Apply
Contact the school via phone or email for admission forms and fee details
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Teaching Quality
Positives
Parents appreciate some dedicated teachers and ICSE results shared on social media.
Watch out for
Several reviews mention inconsistent teaching quality and reliance on tuition.
Ask: How does the school support students who struggle academically?
Discipline & Administration
Positives
Some parents find the school structured and result-oriented.
Watch out for
Multiple reviews mention poor discipline and unresponsive administration.
Ask: What are the school’s discipline and communication policies?
Infrastructure
Positives
Library and computer lab are appreciated; long-standing campus.
Watch out for
Some facilities (like swimming pool, hostel) may be overstated in directories.
Ask: Can parents visit and see the labs, library, and sports areas?
Academic Results
Positives
ICSE affiliation and public celebration of toppers show academic focus.
Watch out for
Overcrowded classrooms may affect learning quality.
Ask: What is the average class size and pass percentage in ICSE exams?
Community & Culture
Positives
Active Facebook community and alumni pride.
Watch out for
Some parents feel the school is too commercial.
Ask: How does the school engage parents beyond fee collection?
Campus & Facilities
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"In this school my child is also studying and also it is the best school in Darbhanga with ICSE board."
— Rajesh Rathour
"Best school."
— Avinash Kumar
"ICSE BOARD EXAM 2020 RESULTS - TOP TEN STUDENTS. A very proud moment for the entire Madonna Family."
— Facebook post from official page
Concerns raised
"Worst discipline. Students are excellent but staffs are just worst. They can't even manage your calls how can they promise to manage your child career."
— Indu
"It has very bad discipline and also some teachers who doesn't teach well."
— Kavita Kumari
"Administration is only focused on money-making and not considering students' progress or safety."
— Justdial summary
What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
3 to 16 years (Nursery to Class 10)
Family Backgrounds
Mostly urban Darbhanga families seeking English-medium ICSE education
Socio-economic Profile
Predominantly middle-class; families that value academics and may invest in tuition
Child Profiles
Mix of academically focused students and those active in cultural or sports events
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