About Better High School
Better High School is a school located in Tollygunge, Kolkata. It is affiliated to the CBSE board. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is Better High School affiliated to?
- Better High School is affiliated to CBSE and is a day school in Tollygunge, Kolkata.
- Where is Better High School located?
- Better High School is located at 25/20, Prince Ghulam Md Shah Rd, Tollygunge, Kolkata – 700045, Kolkata.
- Is Better High School co-ed or single-gender?
- Better High School is a co-educational school.
- Is Better High School accepting admissions?
- Better High School is open to enquiries for April to March. Use the Apply or Enquire button on this page to start an enquiry.
- How can I contact Better High School?
- You can reach Better High School on 3324131158. Address: 25/20, Prince Ghulam Md Shah Rd, Tollygunge, Kolkata, 700045.
The school was established in the year 1954 by Late Hirendra Nath Patranavis and his wife Late Leela Patranavis, two visionary educationists having philanthropic ideals. The school was started in a rented house at 4A, Nandy Street, Kolkata–700 019 with a few teachers and about 15 students. In 1986, it was shifted to a building at 25/20 Prince Golam Md. Shah Road, Kolkata–700 095 owned by Late Leela Patranavis. The school received affiliation from the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations in 1988. Eventually, the Primary and Secondary Sections were shifted to a newly constructed building at 24/1, Prince Golam Md. Shah Road, Kolkata–700 033. The ISC Section (Classes XI and XII) commenced from the year 1999 in the new premises. The school presently has strength of about 1600 students, 72 teachers and 20 supporting staff. There are classes from Nursery to XII, having three streams of study (Commerce, Humanities and Science) in the ISC Section.
About the school
Set in Tollygunge, Kolkata, Better High School is a well-known co-educational day school catering to parents shortlisting schools looking for a CBSE school in Kolkata. Better High School is recognised by CBSE and covers up to the secondary stage.
Campus and learning spaces
For day-to-day learning, the campus at Better High School lists 12 learning spaces — including Medical Room, Art and Craft, Dance, Drama, Music and Picnics and excursion, plus 6 more. Between them, these spaces support classroom teaching, structured sport and the school's co-curricular calendar.
Parent fit
Families comparing Better High School against other CBSE schools in Kolkata usually weigh three things: how the school handles the transition between primary and senior school, the strength of the co-curricular calendar, and how transparent the admissions team is during the enquiry. If you're choosing between IB and ICSE for the long-term exit, factor in the colleges your child is most likely to apply to — that decision often settles the board question more cleanly than a side-by-side feature comparison. Use the Compare tool on the platform to stack Better High School against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Curriculum at Better High School
Better High School is recognised by CBSE, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English, Hindi and Bengali. As a CBSE-affiliated school, the academic plan is built around NCERT-aligned content and prepares students for JEE, NEET and central-university entrance routes. Academic sessions run April to March, with continuous assessment supplementing term examinations.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, Better High School's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in computer lab, GPS-tracked buses and smart classrooms where the campus supports it. Continuous assessment is layered on top of the term examinations, with project work and lab assignments contributing to the final grade in most subjects.
Location and neighbourhood
Better High School is located at 25/20, Prince Ghulam Md Shah Rd, Tollygunge, Kolkata – 700045. Tollygunge is a well-known residential pocket of Kolkata, with established neighbourhood infrastructure around the school. Parents shortlisting schools comparing Better High School usually weigh it against other CBSE schools in Kolkata on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
Looking past the brochure, the 25:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at Better High School are sized for individual attention. Overall, Better High School suits families wanting a co-educational setting. Read the FAQs below for quick answers to common parent questions, and use the Admissions tab for the step-by-step application process.
The campus sits within Tollygunge, Kolkata, putting daily commute from surrounding residential pockets within a manageable window for most families.
As a CBSE-affiliated school the academic year is paced to NCERT, with internal continuous assessment supplementing the Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations.
Affordable fees position this school well for families prioritising value-for-money over premium infrastructure spend.
Key facts
- Board
- CBSE
- City
- Kolkata
- Area
- Tollygunge
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Day School
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi, Bengali
- Student : teacher ratio
- 25:1
- School timings
- 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM (Approx.)
- Academic session
- April to March
- Key facilities
- Medical Room, Art and Craft, Dance, Drama, Music, Picnics and excursion
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at Better High School
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Better High School typically open between November and February. Status is currently enquiring. Use the Enquire button on this page to start a formal enquiry.
- 1Fill application form —
- 2Document verification at school —
Fees at Better High School
Annual tuition fees at Better High School range from ₹0/year, depending on grade. One-time admission fees, security deposit (often refundable), uniform and transport are charged separately. We update fees from official school sources at least once per academic session.
See grade-wise fee breakdownCurriculum & boards
Better High School is affiliated to CBSE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi, Bengali. Levels covered range up to secondary.
Facilities at Better High School
- Medical Room
- Art and Craft
- Dance
- Drama
- Music
- Picnics and excursion
- Debate
- Gardening
Location & connectivity
Better High School is located at 25/20, Prince Ghulam Md Shah Rd, Tollygunge, Kolkata – 700045. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
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