Swami Vivekananda Centenary School
Parent InsightsDhanicha (near Bdo Office) Chakdaha Nadia CHAKDAHA West Bengal - 741222 India
If you’re a parent in or around Chakdaha looking for a CISCE-affiliated school, Swami Vivekananda Centenary School often comes up in conversations. Here’s a detailed, parent-friendly look at what the school offers — the good, the not-so-good, and what you should check before deciding.
- ✦Affiliated to CISCE (ICSE/ISC) — School code WB451.
- ✦Offers all three ISC streams at senior secondary level.
- ✦Active on social media with updates on events and activities.
Summary for Parents
Overview
- •Swami Vivekananda Centenary School is a CISCE-affiliated day school in Chakdaha that offers a full range of classes from pre-primary to senior secondary. It’s appreciated for its smart classrooms, co-curricular activities, and approachable staff, though some parents have raised concerns about infrastructure maintenance and teacher consistency.
School Information
Board / Curriculum
ICSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium
English
Type
Co-ed
Boarding
Day school only
Pincode
741222
Leadership & Staff
- • Principal: Mr. Vineet Kumar Lall
Fees & Admissions
| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | Not published online | Contact school directly |
| Application / Registration Fees | Not available | — |
| Transport Fees | Not available | Bus facility mentioned but no details shared |
• Information regarding fees could not be found on the school’s website or directories.
Admission Process for Interested Parents
Admission Window
Open for PlayGroup to IX & XI for Session 2025–26.
Eligibility
- 1.Pre-Nursery: 2+ years
- 2.Nursery: 3+ years
- 3.LKG: 4+ years
- 4.UKG: 5+ years
- 5.Class I: 6+ years
Documents (typical)
- 1.Application form, birth certificate, residence proof, previous school records, passport-size photos.
Contact
- 1.Call 9046300512 or email svcs.12@rediffmail.com for details on form release and assessment dates.
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 regular assessments.
Watch out for
Some parents feel teacher quality varies across subjects.
Ask: Ask about teacher qualifications and how the school supports weaker students.
Primary Section
Positives
Parents find the environment caring and engaging for younger children.
Watch out for
Some wish for more structured extracurricular programs for pre-primary.
Ask: Ask how play-based learning is balanced with academics.
Senior Secondary
Positives
Offers all three streams (Science, Commerce, Humanities).
Watch out for
Limited feedback on board results; some parents mention mixed academic support.
Ask: Request recent ICSE/ISC results and subject-wise performance.
Extracurriculars & Sports
Positives
Active sports days and karate classes are appreciated.
Watch out for
A few reviews mention that sports facilities need better upkeep.
Ask: Ask to see the sports ground and activity schedule.
Infrastructure
Positives
Smart classrooms and labs are a plus.
Watch out for
Maintenance and cleanliness are recurring concerns.
Ask: Visit classrooms and labs personally before deciding.
Campus & Facilities
Not published online
Reviews from Other Platforms
Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by SchoolCompass.
What parents liked
"Swami Vivekananda Centenary School has excellent facilities, smartboards for interactive learning, adequate security, regular evaluation, quality courses, and reasonable fees. Excellent!"
— Rakesh Das (Apr 2024)
"Good service."
— Abhilash Singh
"Subject matter expertise. No extra fees."
— Kaushik Dey (Jun 2024)
Concerns raised
"Swami Vivekananda Centenary School is terrible. Not specialised, limited facilities, incompetent faculty, and unmaintained facilities. No extracurricular activities. Avoid this Co-Ed ICSE affiliated institute."
— Corruption (Sep 2024)
"Some parents mention that facilities need better maintenance."
—
"A few reviews suggest that teaching quality varies between subjects and grades."
—
What Kind of Peer Group?
Age Range
3 to 18 years (Pre-Nursery to Class XII).
Family Backgrounds
Mostly local families from Chakdaha and nearby areas.
Socio-economic Profile
Predominantly middle-income households.
Child Profiles
Students who prefer an English-medium, CISCE curriculum with exposure to sports and cultural activities.
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