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Bidhan School

Parent Insights

Ispat Palli Bidhan Nagar Durgapur West Bengal - 713 212 India

ICSECo-edNursery - 12
  • Established in 1976, one of the older ICSE schools in Durgapur.
  • Offers boarding facilities, which is uncommon in the city.
  • Provides scholarships and financial aid for deserving students.

Summary for Parents

Overview

  • Bidhan School is a long-standing CISCE-affiliated school in Durgapur offering both day and boarding options. It combines traditional academics with modern facilities like smart classrooms and a range of extracurricular activities.

Best Fit For

  • A child who thrives in a structured, academically focused environment.
  • A student who benefits from a balance of academics and extracurriculars.
  • A child comfortable with clear rules and formal systems.

Strengths

  • CISCE affiliation with all three senior streams
  • Hostel facilities available
  • Transparent published fee structure
  • Active sports and cultural programs
  • Long-standing reputation in Durgapur

Trade-offs

  • Fee collection policies and flexibility
  • Staff morale and management culture
  • Student–teacher ratio (not publicly available)
  • Recent board exam results
  • Transport fee details and routes

Recommendations / Questions to Ask

  • Can you share the last two years’ ICSE and ISC results?
  • What is the current student–teacher ratio?
  • How does the school handle fee delays or refunds?
  • What professional development opportunities are offered to teachers?
  • For hostel students, what are the safety and medical arrangements?

School Information

Board / Curriculum

ICSE

Grades offered

Nursery - 12

Medium

English

Type

Co-ed

Boarding

Day school only

Pincode

713212

Leadership & Staff

  • Principal: Louis Lippert
  • Chairman: Chinmoy Mondal
  • Qualified, caring and dedicated teachers

Fees & Admissions

Class / CategoryFee (₹)Notes
Pre-Nursery – KG (Monthly)₹1,150Monthly
Pre-Nursery – KG (New Admission)₹11,500New Admission
I – II (Monthly)₹1,250Monthly
I – II (New Admission)₹13,500New Admission
III – IV (Monthly)₹1,300Monthly
III – IV (New Admission)₹14,000New Admission
V (Monthly)₹1,350Monthly
V (New Admission)₹14,500New Admission
VI (Monthly)₹1,400Monthly
VI (New Admission)₹15,000New Admission
VII (Monthly)₹1,450Monthly
VII (New Admission)₹16,000New Admission
VIII (Monthly)₹1,500Monthly
VIII (New Admission)₹17,000New Admission
IX (Commerce) (Monthly)₹1,500Monthly
IX (Commerce) (New Admission)₹19,000New Admission
IX (Science) (Monthly)₹1,600Monthly
IX (Science) (New Admission)₹19,500New Admission
X (Arts/Commerce) (Monthly)₹1,500Monthly
X (Arts/Commerce) (New Admission)₹N/ANew Admission
X (Science) (Monthly)₹1,600Monthly
X (Science) (New Admission)₹N/ANew Admission
XI (Arts/Commerce) (Monthly)₹2,000Monthly
XI (Arts/Commerce) (New Admission)₹20,000New Admission
XI (Science) (Monthly)₹2,100Monthly
XI (Science) (New Admission)₹21,000New Admission
XII (Arts/Commerce) (Monthly)₹2,000Monthly
XII (Arts/Commerce) (New Admission)₹N/ANew Admission
XII (Science) (Monthly)₹2,100Monthly
XII (Science) (New Admission)₹N/ANew Admission

Admission Process for Interested Parents

Admission Steps

  • 1.Online Form: Available on Admission Form Page
  • 2.Classes Covered: Pre-Nursery to Class XII (Science, Commerce, Humanities)
  • 3.Documents Required: Student photo, birth certificate, Aadhar, previous school details, parents’ ID and contact information
  • 4.Important Notes: Fees once paid are non-refundable
  • 5.Incomplete forms may be rejected
  • 6.No specific admission month mentioned — check the school’s notice board or contact office for current timelines

What Parents Say

Aggregated from parent reviews across platforms. Ask these questions during your school visit.

Academics / Curriculum

Positives

Parents appreciate the CISCE curriculum and the school’s focus on academics and smart classes. The school offers all three streams at the senior level, which gives flexibility.

Watch out for

No major complaints about teaching quality, but limited recent parent reviews make it hard to gauge consistency.

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Ask: Ask for the last two years’ ICSE and ISC results and subject toppers.

Fees & Administration

Positives

The school publishes a clear fee schedule, which is a good sign of transparency.

Watch out for

Some parents mention fee pressure and strict collection policies.

💬

Ask: Ask about late fee policies, refund rules, and any hidden charges.

Infrastructure & Facilities

Positives

The school has a good mix of sports, labs, and hostel facilities.

Watch out for

No major infrastructure complaints, but campus size and maintenance details are not public.

💬

Ask: Visit the campus to see classrooms, labs, and hostel blocks in person.

Staff & Management

Positives

The leadership team is experienced, and the school has been around for decades.

Watch out for

Employee reviews mention internal politics and management issues, which could affect teacher morale.

💬

Ask: Ask about teacher retention and how the school supports staff development.

Campus & Facilities

Not publicly listed

Smart classrooms and well-equipped science and computer labsLibrary and activity roomsSports facilities for football, cricket, basketball, and table tennisHostel with dormitories, study rooms, and common areasCultural and co-curricular events held regularlyScholarships and financial aid for deserving studentsAMLAJORABAMUNARABIDHANNAGARBURDWAN ARRAHDURGAPUR BIDHANNAGAR POSTALGOPALPURKULDIHAMALANDIGHIRAJBANDHRAKSHITPURSHIBPUR

Reviews from Other Platforms

Aggregated from public sources for reference. These are not verified by EduTribe.

What parents liked

"Very good education centre here for children."

Ramu Mishra

"Excellent school."

Avishek DebRoy

"Excellent."

Rahul

Concerns raised

"Fees issue with continuous pressure over students for fees submission.."

Quora discussion

"Lots of politics and the management doesn't..."

AmbitionBox employee review

"Some older reviews show 1–2 star ratings without detailed comments"

Justdial historical entries

What Kind of Peer Group?

Age Range

3 to 18 years (Pre-Nursery to Class XII)

Family Backgrounds

Mostly local families from Durgapur and nearby areas, with some boarders from other districts.

Socio-economic Profile

Middle to upper-middle-class families; affordable private school segment.

Child Profiles

Academically focused students who also participate in sports and cultural activities; children preparing for ICSE/ISC board exams.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fee structure at Bidhan School?
Fee details are not yet published on EduTribe. We recommend contacting the school directly or checking their official website.
Which board does Bidhan School follow?
Bidhan School is affiliated with the ICSE board.
What grades does Bidhan School offer?
Bidhan School offers classes from Nursery - 12.
Is Bidhan School co-educational?
Bidhan School is a Co-ed school.
Where is Bidhan School located?
Bidhan School is located at Ispat Palli Bidhan Nagar Durgapur West Bengal - 713 212 India, Bardhaman.
Does Bidhan School have boarding facilities?
Bidhan School is a day school and does not offer boarding.

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