St. Dominic Savio School
Parent Insights59, B.k. Mukherjee Road Salkia West Bengal - 711 106 India
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- ✦Established in 1984, making it one of the older ICSE/ISC schools in Howrah
- ✦Offers both ICSE (Class X) and ISC (Class XII) with Science, Commerce, and Humanities streams
- ✦Active event calendar with visible student participation in 2023–2025 galleries
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •St. Dominic Savio School, Salkia is a long-standing ICSE/ISC co-ed day school serving the Howrah community. The school’s gallery and website show active student life and cultural engagement, though transparency around fees and academic results could be improved.
What kind of child will this school work for best:
- •- A child who thrives in a structured ICSE/ISC academic environment
- •- Families looking for a local, community-based day school
- •- Students who enjoy cultural and extracurricular activities
Strengths
- •- Established reputation (since 1984)
- •- ICSE/ISC curriculum with multiple streams
- •- Active student events and celebrations
- •- Convenient location for Howrah families
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
- •- Fee structure not clearly published
- •- Limited recent parent reviews
- •- No public data on student–teacher ratio or board results
- •- Some facilities listed online may need verification
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- •- Request the latest fee structure and clarify all components
- •- Ask for recent ICSE/ISC results and teacher qualifications
- •- Verify the existence and condition of listed facilities
- •- Confirm transport routes and safety measures
- •- Check admission timelines and assessment criteria
School Information
Board / Curriculum
ICSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Students
Not publicly stated
Student–Teacher Ratio
Not available
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
711106
Leadership & Staff
- • Qualified and experienced teachers; leadership details not listed publicly
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery–UKG | ₹2,050 | Data from external PDF (verification needed) |
| Grades I–III | ₹2,200 | |
| Grades IV–V | ₹2,400 | |
| Grades VI–VIII | ₹2,600 | |
| IX–X | Not available | |
| XI–XII | Not available |
• The above data may belong to another St. Dominic Savio institution (Patna).
• The school’s own website does not publish a fee table.
• Parents should confirm the current fee structure directly with the school office.
• Transport fees are not listed publicly.
Admission Process for Interested Parents
Admission Steps
- 1.Download and fill out the admission form (ICSE/ISC or Class XI).
- 2.Submit with required documents — birth certificate, transfer certificate, photographs, and medical details.
- 3.For higher classes, a Transfer Certificate is mandatory.
- 4.The school may conduct an assessment (not explicitly stated).
Timing
Typically between March–June (confirm exact dates with the school).
Contact
- 1.033 2665 9251
- 2.st.dominicsavio55@yahoo.com
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics
Positives
The school follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, which is known for its strong English and project-based learning.
Watch out for
The website does not share recent board results, making it hard to assess academic outcomes.
Ask: Ask for the last three years’ ICSE and ISC results.
Facilities & Activities
Positives
The gallery shows active participation in science fairs, cultural events, and art activities.
Watch out for
Some facilities listed online (like the swimming pool) may not exist; verify during a visit.
Ask: Confirm which facilities are currently functional.
Fees & Administration
Positives
Admission forms are easily downloadable, and online registration is available.
Watch out for
Fee details are unclear and may differ from external listings.
Ask: Request a printed fee structure and clarify any additional charges.
Transport & Safety
Positives
Transport and CCTV are mentioned on directories, suggesting attention to safety.
Watch out for
No official transport fee or route details are available online.
Ask: Ask about bus routes, safety measures, and supervision.
Campus & Facilities
Not specified publicly
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"Being a student of this school I feel nice."
— Anuj Saraf
"It was a nice school."
— Manish Soni
"My school education is government schools and my B.A, M.A education is government university and my B.Ed appearing."
— Sandhya Kumari Pandey
Concerns raised
"Some older reviews (2012–2018) mention dissatisfaction with management and communication, though details are limited."
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"Recent reviews are sparse, making it difficult to gauge current parent sentiment."
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"Parents have noted that more transparency on fees and results would be helpful."
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What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
Nursery to Class XII (approximately 3–18 years)
Family Backgrounds
Predominantly local families from Salkia and nearby Howrah areas
Socio-economic Profile
Middle-income urban families seeking ICSE education at moderate fees
Child Profiles
Students who are academically inclined and enjoy cultural and extracurricular participation
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