St. Anthony's School
Parent InsightsDevnagar West Bengal - 735 101 India
If you’re exploring schools in Jalpaiguri, St. Anthony’s Day School, Devnagar often comes up in local discussions.
- ✦Offers all three ISC streams — Science, Commerce, and Humanities.
- ✦Long-serving teachers with over a decade of experience.
- ✦Active extracurricular programs including sports and performing arts.
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •St. Anthony’s Day School, Devnagar (Jalpaiguri) is a co-educational CISCE school offering ICSE/ISC curriculum and extracurricular options.
- •However, parents should be aware of mixed online feedback and the lack of transparent fee information.
School Information
Board / Curriculum
ICSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Students
1,200+
Student–Teacher Ratio
Conflicting data; UDISE lists 13 teachers, which seems low for 1,200+ students — verify directly
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
735101
Leadership & Staff
- • Long-serving teachers (13–22 years of tenure)
- • focus on teamwork and professional development
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition / Annual Fees | Information regarding fees could not be found. | |
| Application Fee | Not available publicly. | |
| Transport Fee | Transport facility available, but no published cost. |
• There is no verified fee schedule available online. Please contact the school directly for the official fee circular before applying.
Admission Process for Interested Parents
Admission Period
Not specified; typically between October–January for CISCE schools.
Eligibility
Nursery (3+ years) LKG (4+) UKG (5+) Class I (6+)
Process
Submit enquiry form via website or contact the school office. Entrance test or interview may be required.
Documents Required
Birth certificate Proof of residence Previous school records (if applicable) Passport-size photos Medical/vaccination record (if requested)
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics
Positives
Parents appreciate the CISCE curriculum and ISC streams.
Watch out for
Some reviews mention weak exam results and concerns about teacher quality.
Ask: Ask for Class X and XII results for the last three years.
Facilities & Extracurriculars
Positives
Offers a range of activities like sports, music, and swimming. Smart classrooms and computer labs are available.
Watch out for
Some facilities may be outsourced or inactive.
Ask: Visit the school to confirm which facilities are currently functional.
Safety & Discipline
Positives
The school claims to have a secure campus with boundary walls and CCTV (as per directories).
Watch out for
A serious allegation in one review about student behaviour and discipline.
Ask: Ask about safety policies, supervision, and how the school handles behavioural issues.
Fees & Transparency
Positives
The school provides contact options for fee queries.
Watch out for
No public fee structure or transparency on additional costs.
Ask: Request a written fee breakdown including transport and activity charges.
Campus & Facilities
Not publicly available.
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"Good infrastructure and caring teachers."
— Justdial
"SAS will always be my happy place... our strength is teamwork and collaboration."
— School website
"Balanced academics and extracurriculars."
— Directory listings
Concerns raised
"This is not a school. Its a garbage... teachers are not qualified enough... many of the students are drug addict."
— Sanchita Sarkar
"Some Justdial reviewers mention inconsistent academic results and discipline issues."
— Justdial
"BestSchool directory lists low academic performance in editorial rankings."
— BestSchool Directory
What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
3 to 18 years (Nursery to Class XII)
Family Backgrounds
Mostly local families from Jalpaiguri town and nearby areas.
Socio-economic Profile
Predominantly middle-income families, with some able to afford extra activities.
Child Profiles
Children who enjoy both academics and extracurriculars. Those needing extra academic support should confirm class sizes and teacher attention.
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