Sri Aurobindo Institute Of Education
Parent Insights9 - 12, C L - Block Sector Ii, Salt Lake City Kolkata West Bengal - 700 091 India
If you’re exploring ICSE schools in Salt Lake, Sri Aurobindo Institute of Education is one that often comes up in parent discussions. It’s a long-standing school with a spiritual ethos and a reputation for strong academics — but like any school, it has its share of mixed reviews. Here’s a detailed, parent-friendly look at what you should know before deciding.
School Information
Board / Curriculum
ICSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Student–Teacher Ratio
Not published
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
700091
Leadership & Staff
- • Experienced faculty
- • Separate kindergarten programme
- • Music and art rooms
- • Sports coaching
- • NCC/Scouts & Guides
- • Medical facility
- • CCTV
- • Web-based fee portal
- • Android app
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Application Form | ₹500 | Payable in cash at CL Block office |
| Admission Fee | ₹15,000 | One-time (as per SchoolsUniverse) |
| Security Deposit | ₹300 | One-time |
| Annual Fee | ₹32,400 | As per SchoolsUniverse listing |
| Estimated First-Year Total | ₹32,400 – ₹58,000 | Varies by source |
| Transport | Not disclosed | Ask for route-wise chart |
• Fee data varies across directories; confirm with the school office.
• The school’s own admission PDF confirms the ₹500 form cost.
• Always ask for a written fee schedule and receipt when paying.
What Parents Say
Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics (ICSE/ISC)
Positives
Parents appreciate the structured curriculum and strong exam results. Teachers are often described as dedicated and supportive.
Watch out for
Some parents feel the academic quality has dipped recently, citing inconsistent teaching standards.
Ask: Ask for recent board results and how the school supports weaker students.
Admissions & Administration
Positives
Admission notices are clear and published on time.
Watch out for
Several parents mention poor communication and a commercial approach during admissions.
Ask: Ask about seat availability, admission criteria, and refund policies.
Discipline & Safety
Positives
CCTV and security guards are in place, and the school conducts medical check-ups.
Watch out for
A few parents mention bullying and lack of follow-up on complaints.
Ask: Ask how the school handles bullying and student discipline.
Co-curricular Activities
Positives
Offers NCC, Scouts & Guides, sports, and arts. Parents like the variety.
Watch out for
Some feel the quality of coaching and participation opportunities could improve.
Ask: Ask about the frequency of activities and how students are selected for events.
Campus & Facilities
Around two bighas
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by EduTribe.
What parents liked
"My daughter has attended for three years now. She absolutely loves the school and the staff. Her teachers are a great encouragement."
— Justdial reviewer
"Best cbse board school in Kolkata."
— Subhadip Paul
"A really nice school with brilliant faculty."
— iCANcook
Concerns raised
"WORST SCHOOL EVER. This school like many other schools in Kolkata is a nightmare for non-Bengali students..."
— Mouthshut reviewer
"Their main concern is families earning. They are not even interested in the child's upbringing."
— Priyaadarshini Dasgupta
"Please don’t fall for the old reviews... This school has become a terrible place to send your children."
— Tannu Bihari
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