St . Thomas High School
Parent InsightsMastkot Batala- Kalanaur Road Dargabad P.O KALANOUR Punjab - 143512 India
- ✦Managed by the Franciscan Capuchins (Province of Krist Jyoti)
- ✦Minority Educational Institution under St. Francis Services Society
- ✦Established in 1972 — one of the older schools in the region
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •St. Thomas High School, Mastkot is a long-standing, faith-based school that blends academics with moral education and extracurricular activities. It’s a good fit for families seeking a disciplined, English-medium environment in rural Gurdaspur.
What kind of child will this school work for best
- •A child who thrives in a structured, values-driven environment
- •A child who enjoys sports and cultural participation
- •A child from a local or semi-rural family seeking English-medium education
Strengths
- •Established in 1972 with a strong community presence
- •Good infrastructure with labs, library, and sports facilities
- •Active extracurricular and moral education programs
- •Dedicated teaching staff and Franciscan management
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
- •Board affiliation (ICSE vs State Board) unclear online
- •No public fee structure or transport cost details
- •Limited accessibility information for children with disabilities
- •Very few public parent reviews
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- •Confirm the school’s current board affiliation and see the certificate
- •Request a printed, itemised fee structure
- •Ask for transport routes and monthly costs
- •Check if hostel facilities exist and are operational
- •Request recent academic results and teacher qualifications
- •Ask to speak with current parents for candid feedback
School Information
Board / Curriculum
ICSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English-medium
Type
Co-ed
Students
~496 (as per UDISE/StackSchools)
Student–Teacher Ratio
Between 17:1 and 26:1 depending on source
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
143512
Leadership & Staff
- • Principal: Sr. Suguna Augustine; Teachers include Sr. Harshita (English), Mr. Bikramjit Singh (Punjabi), Mrs. Nisha (Maths), and Sr. Annie Susan (Nurse & Counsellor)
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Registration/Application Fee | ₹100 | Mentioned on the school’s admission page |
| Tuition & Annual Fees | Fees are collected monthly and include tuition, lab, library, sports, and medical charges | |
| Transport | Available; No published fare or route details | |
| Hostel | Not confirmed; Careers360 lists hostel, but school website does not |
• The school uses an e‑Care portal for fee payments, so detailed fee slabs are shared directly with parents.
• Always ask for a printed, itemised fee sheet during your visit.
• Confirm if any additional annual or building fund charges apply.
Admission Process for Interested Parents
When
Registration opens in December each year
Steps
- 1.Collect registration form from the school office or online portal
- 2.Submit with ₹100 registration fee
- 3.Child must appear for an assessment test
Eligibility
Minimum age for Nursery is 3 years
Documents Required
- 1.Birth certificate
- 2.Aadhaar card
- 3.Passport-sized photos of student and parents
- 4.Transfer certificate (if applicable)
- 5.Proof of residence
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Early Grades (Nursery–II)
Positives
Teachers appear nurturing, and the school runs a structured kindergarten program.
Watch out for
Curriculum details and teacher ratios for pre-primary are not published.
Ask: Ask how early learning is structured and what teaching aids are used.
Elementary (III–V)
Positives
Smart classrooms and labs support hands-on learning.
Watch out for
No public exam performance data available.
Ask: Request past academic results and examples of classroom projects.
Secondary (VI–X)
Positives
Active co-curriculars and science labs visible in galleries.
Watch out for
Board affiliation remains unclear.
Ask: Ask to see the current board affiliation certificate.
Extracurriculars & Sports
Positives
Karate, basketball, and annual events show good student engagement.
Watch out for
No data on coaching quality or competition participation.
Ask: Ask about sports coaching and inter-school participation.
Overall Management
Positives
Franciscan management ensures discipline and moral education.
Watch out for
Limited online transparency on fees and results.
Ask: Ask how parents are kept informed about academics and finances.
Campus & Facilities
22 acres (as per Careers360)
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"Long-established school with a disciplined environment and focus on academics."
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"Good lab facilities and smart classrooms; active extracurriculars like sports and arts."
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"Engaged teaching staff and active principal leadership."
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Concerns raised
"Limited transparency on detailed fees and transport costs."
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"Conflicting data about board affiliation (ICSE vs State Board)."
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"Accessibility for children with physical disabilities unclear."
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What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
3 to 16 years (Nursery to Class 10)
Family Backgrounds
Mix of local village and nearby town families; some choose it for its Christian ethos and English-medium instruction.
Socio-economic Profile
Predominantly middle-income, semi-rural families.
Child Profiles
Students are likely disciplined, academically focused, and active in sports and cultural events.
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