About CAEHS
Calcutta Airport English High School is a school located in Dum Dum, Kolkata. It is affiliated to the State Board board. The school was established in 1953. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is CAEHS affiliated to?
- Calcutta Airport English High School is affiliated to State Board and is a day school in Dum Dum, Kolkata.
- Where is CAEHS located?
- Calcutta Airport English High School is located at Gate No. 2, Jessore Rd, International Airport, Dum Dum, Kolkata – 700052, Kolkata.
- When was CAEHS established?
- Calcutta Airport English High School was established in 1953 and has been operating in Kolkata for 73 years.
- Is CAEHS co-ed or single-gender?
- Calcutta Airport English High School is a co-educational school.
- Is CAEHS accepting admissions?
- Calcutta Airport English 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 CAEHS?
- You can reach Calcutta Airport English High School on 3325113283 or by email at airportschool1952@gmail.com. Address: Gate No. 2, Jessore Rd, International Airport, Dum Dum, Kolkata, 700052.
About the school
Set in Dum Dum, Kolkata, North 24 Parganas, Calcutta Airport English High School is a well-known co-educational day school catering to parents shortlisting schools looking for a State Board school in Kolkata. The school has been running since 1953, giving it 73 years of continuous operation in Kolkata. CAEHS is recognised by State Board and covers up to the senior secondary stage.
Campus and facilities
On the academic side, the campus at CAEHS lists 12 facilities — including Alumni Association, Medical Room, Meals, Transportation, Wifi and Smart Classes, plus 6 more. Between them, these spaces support classroom teaching, structured sport and the school's co-curricular calendar.
Curriculum at CAEHS
CAEHS is recognised by State Board, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English, Hindi and Bengali. Academic sessions run April to March, with continuous assessment supplementing term examinations.
Parent fit
Families comparing CAEHS against other State Board 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 CAEHS against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, CAEHS'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
CAEHS is located at Gate No. 2, Jessore Rd, International Airport, Dum Dum, Kolkata – 700052. Dum Dum is a well-known residential pocket of Kolkata, with established neighbourhood infrastructure around the school. Parents shortlisting schools comparing CAEHS usually weigh it against other State Board schools in Kolkata on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
From a parent's perspective, the 25:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at CAEHS are sized for individual attention. Overall, CAEHS 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.
As a day school the calendar mirrors most working-parent schedules, with co-curricular slots typically built into the regular timetable rather than after-school add-ons.
Founded in 1953, the school has a multi-generation alumni footprint in the city — a useful proxy for institutional stability when comparing options.
The campus sits within Dum Dum, Kolkata, putting daily commute from surrounding residential pockets within a manageable window for most families.
Key facts
- Board
- State Board
- City
- Kolkata
- Area
- Dum Dum
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Day School
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi, Bengali
- Established
- Student : teacher ratio
- 25:1
- School timings
- Pre-Primary and Primary - 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM & Secondary and Sr. Secondary - 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM
- Academic session
- April to March
- Key facilities
- Alumni Association, Medical Room, Meals, Transportation, Wifi, Smart Classes
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at CAEHS
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Calcutta Airport English 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 CAEHS
Annual tuition fees at Calcutta Airport English 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
Calcutta Airport English High School is affiliated to State Board. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi, Bengali. Levels covered range up to senior secondary.
Facilities at CAEHS
- Alumni Association
- Medical Room
- Meals
- Transportation
- Wifi
- Smart Classes
- Ramps
- Washrooms
Location & connectivity
Calcutta Airport English High School is located at Gate No. 2, Jessore Rd, International Airport, Dum Dum, Kolkata – 700052. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
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