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Clubs Social and Hobbies, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Garden High School (GHIS), Kolkata, is an English-medium, coeducational institution established in 2000 by the Satikanta Guha Foundation. It follows the CISCE curriculum for ICSE and ISC and educates ages 3–18. The four departments—Nursery, Primary, Secondary, and Higher Secondary—cater to classes from Nursery to XII, with a three-term year and a blended learning approach via a student portal. The school maintains a teacher-pupil ratio not exceeding 1:20. English is the medium of instruction; Bengali and Hindi are taught to preserve heritage. The campus covers about 1.75 acres and includes air-conditioned classrooms, a 17,000+‑book library, four science labs, computer labs, an art and craft room, music rooms, a seminar/exam hall, and Hexagon Hall. A 58,000 sq ft outdoor playground supports sports like lawn tennis. Co‑curriculars emphasize Model United Nations, cultural activities, and activity clubs; SUPW and community service are integral to pupil development. The school emphasizes inquiry, collaboration, and responsible citizenship.
318, Prantik Pally Rd, Rajdanga, Kasba, Kolkata, West Bengal 700039, India
The Essentials
Garden High School (GHIS) has typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
Location
Hatirsur (Rajdanga), off Rashbehari Connector. The campus comprises a main building and an annex, with air-conditioned facilities and a large playground on the premises.
Stages
NURSERY DEPARTMENT: Nursery I, Nursery II & Preparatory; PRIMARY DEPARTMENT: Classes I–V; SECONDARY DEPARTMENT: Classes VI–X; HIGHER SECONDARY DEPARTMENT: Classes XI & XII.
Type
English-medium coeducational school affiliated to the CISCE for ICSE (Class X) and ISC (Class XII).
Additional learning support
Remedial classes and additional guidance are provided for slow learners, at no extra charge; remedial may be conducted on the school premises or at a teacher's residence.
Country affiliation
India; CISCE affiliation for ICSE/ISC.
School day structure
Nursery I: 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.; Nursery II & Preparatory: 8:00 a.m.–11:50 a.m.; Classes I–II: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 noon; Classes III–XII: 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.; some Saturdays may have different timings for XI & XII; timings may be adjusted as advised by CISCE.
Bus service
School transport is available on specified routes.
Academics
Garden High School (GHIS) teaches Indian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
Garden High School, Kolkata, is an English-medium coeducational school established in 2000 by the Satikanta Guha Foundation. It is affiliated with the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE). The medium of instruction is English, with Bengali and Hindi taught to preserve heritage. The school has four departments: Nursery (Nursery I–II and Preparatory), Primary (Classes I–V), Secondary (Classes VI–X), and Higher Secondary (XI–XII). The academic year has three terms; Nursery hours are 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Nursery II/Preparatory 8:00 a.m. to 11:50 a.m., Classes I–II 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, and Classes III–XII 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with XI–XII sessions sometimes held on Saturdays. A teacher-pupil ratio never exceeds 1:20, and the school uses online learning with study materials provided through the student portal as part of a blended approach when needed.
Student Teacher Ratio
The teacher : pupil ratio never exceeds 1 : 20.
Wellbeing
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Remedial classes are provided by the school at no extra charge for additional guidance when necessary. In case of slow learners, specific tasks may be set by the teachers concerned. A pupil should not need any special help at home; guardians are asked to cooperate by ensuring regular attendance at these classes. These remedial sessions may be held on the school premises or at the residence of a teacher of the school.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Applications for Academic Session 2026–27 are OPEN. They must be submitted ONLINE through the Admission Tree Portal. Use the 'Click Here to Apply Online' link on the Admissions 2026–27 page to access the portal. Submissions are managed through the Admission Tree Portal. 2. For assistance, contact the Admission Helpline at 9830847607 or 9830337697, available 10 AM to 6 PM. The helpline provides guidance on the online application and required information. 3. The Admissions 2026–27 page confirms the online submission via the Admission Tree Portal and provides the session details and contact options for support.
Scholarships
The school offers a Scholarship for Higher Education (SHE) under INSPIRE for students who perform in the top 1% of the ISC Class XII board at the end of the academic session ending March 2021. Recipients include Anwesa Chattopadhyay, Mayukh Shubhra Saha, Manjari Sengupta, Pradyuman Agarwal, Richik Chakraborty, Sebonti Patra, Soumyadeep Paul.
FAQs
What curriculum does Garden High School (GHIS) follow?
Garden High School, Kolkata, is an English-medium coeducational school established in 2000 by the Satikanta Guha Foundation. It is affiliated with the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE).
Where is Garden High School (GHIS) located?
Hatirsur (Rajdanga), off Rashbehari Connector. The campus comprises a main building and an annex, with air-conditioned facilities and a large playground on the premises.
What age groups does the school serve?
NURSERY DEPARTMENT: Nursery I, Nursery II & Preparatory; PRIMARY DEPARTMENT: Classes I–V; SECONDARY DEPARTMENT: Classes VI–X; HIGHER SECONDARY DEPARTMENT: Classes XI & XII.
Does the school support students with SEN?
Remedial classes are provided by the school at no extra charge for additional guidance when necessary. In case of slow learners, specific tasks may be set by the teachers concerned.
Is there a school bus service?
School transport is available on specified routes.
1. Applications for Academic Session 2026–27 are OPEN. They must be submitted ONLINE through the Admission Tree Portal. Use the 'Click Here to Apply Online' link on the Admissions 2026–27 page to access the portal.
What accreditations does the school hold?
The school is affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), New Delhi, for the ICSE (Class X) and ISC (Class XII).
What languages are taught?
The medium of instruction is English. Bengali and Hindi are taught with utmost care, and all efforts are made to make pupils aware of their heritage as Indians.
What facilities does the school have?
The school premises measure about 1.75 acres.
When was Garden High School (GHIS) founded?
Garden High School was established in 2000 by the Satikanta Guha Foundation. The first academic session began in April 2001. Foundation Day is observed on 18 November 2000, the day the first pupil Indrashish Chakravarti was admitted.
What extracurricular activities are available?
Art & Craft has separate rooms for training. Students are encouraged to imagine and create their own masterpieces.
