Vivekananda Institution
Parent InsightsVill- Samta Sarat Road Bagnan Deulti West Bengal - 711303 India
- ✦Offers AI & Robotics lab — rare for schools in this region
- ✦English-medium CISCE school serving semi-rural Howrah since 2009
- ✦Strong emphasis on sports, debates, and cultural programs
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •Vivekananda Institution (Samta, Deulti) is a CISCE-affiliated English-medium school that combines academics with strong extracurricular exposure.
- •Parents often highlight the teachers’ dedication and the school’s focus on discipline and values. However, you should verify the current student strength, campus size, and recent board results before finalizing admission.
What kind of child will this school work best for
- •A child who enjoys both academics and co-curricular activities
- •Families looking for a structured ICSE environment in a suburban setting
Strengths
- •Supportive and approachable teachers
- •Active sports and cultural programs
- •Technology integration (AI/Robotics lab)
- •Affordable fee structure for CISCE board
Potential trade-offs / Things to check
- •Lack of published academic results
- •Unclear boarding information
- •Website data inconsistencies (student/teacher counters)
- •Verify actual campus size and facilities
Recommendations / Questions to Ask
- •Request the last 3 years’ ICSE/ISC results
- •Confirm total student and teacher strength
- •Ask for a full fee breakdown including uniforms and transport
- •Visit during school hours to observe classroom interaction
- •Clarify if boarding is available and what it includes
School Information
Board / Curriculum
ICSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Students
Not published on the official site; public counters show 0. No verified government data available.
Student–Teacher Ratio
Not published; directories list 11–30+ teachers. Verify directly with the school.
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
711303
Leadership & Staff
- • Principal – Mrs. Raka Chakraborty
- • Chairman – Mr. Abhijit Ganguly
- • Vice Principal – Mr. Arindam Laha
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Play House – Admission Fees | ₹6,000 | |
| Play House – Session Fees (Yearly) | ₹3,660 | |
| Play House – Development | ₹2,700 | |
| Play House – Exam | ₹180 | |
| Play House – Monthly Fee | ₹1,200 | |
| Nursery – Admission Fees | ₹8,520 | |
| Nursery – Session Fees (Yearly) | ₹5,160 | |
| Nursery – Development | ₹2,700 | |
| Nursery – Exam | ₹240 | |
| Nursery – Monthly Fee | ₹1,280 | |
| LKG/UKG – Admission Fees | ₹9,000 | |
| LKG/UKG – Session Fees (Yearly) | ₹5,160 | |
| LKG/UKG – Development | ₹2,700 | |
| LKG/UKG – Exam | ₹300 | |
| LKG/UKG – Monthly Fee | ₹1,340 | |
| Class I–IV – Admission Fees | ₹9,900–₹11,200 | |
| Class I–IV – Session Fees (Yearly) | ₹5,700–₹6,000 | |
| Class I–IV – Development | ₹2,700 | |
| Class I–IV – Exam | ₹360 | |
| Class I–IV – Monthly Fee | ₹1,520 | |
| Class V–VIII – Admission Fees | ₹11,680–₹12,400 | |
| Class V–VIII – Session Fees (Yearly) | ₹6,000–₹6,300 | |
| Class V–VIII – Development | ₹2,700 | |
| Class V–VIII – Exam | ₹480 | |
| Class V–VIII – Monthly Fee | ₹1,640–₹1,820 | |
| Class IX–X – Admission Fees | ₹13,960 | |
| Class IX–X – Session Fees (Yearly) | ₹6,420 | |
| Class IX–X – Development | ₹2,700 | |
| Class IX–X – Exam | ₹600 | |
| Class IX–X – Monthly Fee | ₹2,060 | |
| Class XI–XII (Science) – Admission Fees | ₹16,500 | |
| Class XI–XII (Science) – Session Fees (Yearly) | ₹7,800 | |
| Class XI–XII (Science) – Development | ₹3,090 | |
| Class XI–XII (Science) – Exam | ₹750 | |
| Class XI–XII (Science) – Monthly Fee | ₹2,300 | |
| Class XI–XII (Commerce/Humanities) – Admission Fees | ₹15,500 | |
| Class XI–XII (Commerce/Humanities) – Session Fees (Yearly) | ₹7,400 | |
| Class XI–XII (Commerce/Humanities) – Development | ₹2,990 | |
| Class XI–XII (Commerce/Humanities) – Exam | ₹750 | |
| Class XI–XII (Commerce/Humanities) – Monthly Fee | ₹2,150 |
Admission Process for Interested Parents
Admission Timeline
- 1.Forms for the 2025–26 session are available from December–January
Classes Open
- 1.I–IX and XI (Science, Commerce, Humanities)
Documents Required
- 1.Student photograph
- 2.Birth certificate
- 3.Residence proof and Aadhaar copy
- 4.Transfer certificate and mark sheets (for Class I and above)
- 5.Medical form (available on website)
Application Fee
- 1.Included in the admission fee; confirm one-time charges with the office
Contact
+91 80016 51851 | info@vivekanandainstitutions.org
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics (ICSE/ISC)
Positives
Parents appreciate the teachers’ dedication and the school’s focus on values and discipline. The ICSE curriculum is seen as rigorous and well-structured.
Watch out for
The school does not publish recent board results online, which makes it hard to assess academic outcomes.
Ask: Ask for the last 3 years’ ICSE/ISC results and subject toppers.
Early Years (Play House–LKG)
Positives
Warm and nurturing environment with active participation in cultural events.
Watch out for
Admission and one-time fees are not clearly explained on some platforms.
Ask: Request a detailed breakdown of all one-time and recurring fees.
Facilities & Sports
Positives
Parents like the large playgrounds, labs, and annual sports events.
Watch out for
Some facilities (like the AI/Robotics lab) are mentioned online but not verified by parents.
Ask: During your visit, ask to see the labs and sports areas in use.
Transport / Boarding
Positives
Transport service is available and convenient for nearby areas.
Watch out for
Boarding availability is unclear; directories and the website differ.
Ask: Confirm if boarding is actually available and what it includes.
Campus & Facilities
~22 acres
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"This is a very good school in Howrah locality... Teachers are qualified and always try to develop the students."
— Ankit Das
"The school's emphasis on values and character education aligns perfectly with our family’s beliefs... My child comes home excited about learning."
— Rakhi
"It was more than a school, it made me whatever I am today."
— Arijit
"Annual day and sports events are well organized; the school encourages competitions and extracurriculars."
— Careers360 Gallery
Concerns raised
"The school counters on the site display zero for total students and teachers — lack of transparency or out-of-date site."
— Parent observation
"Some directory entries conflate this campus with the older Vivekananda Institution in Santragachi — confusing for parents."
— Directory comparison
"No up-to-date ICSE/ISC result statistics are published online."
— Parent feedback
What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
2+ years (Play House) to 17–18 years (Class XII)
Family Backgrounds
Mostly local families from Samta, Deulti, Bagnan, and nearby Howrah suburbs
Socio-economic Profile
Middle-class, English-speaking families seeking CISCE education
Child Profiles
Students active in sports, debates, and cultural programs; academically focused in higher grades
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