About Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar
Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is a school located in Ballygunge, Kolkata. It is affiliated to the ICSE board. The school was established in 1945. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar affiliated to?
- Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is affiliated to ICSE and is a day school in Ballygunge, Kolkata.
- Where is Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar located?
- Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is located at 4, Iron Side Rd, Ballygunge Park, Ballygunge, Kolkata – 700019, Kolkata.
- When was Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar established?
- Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar was established in 1945 and has been operating in Kolkata for 81 years.
- Is Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar co-ed or single-gender?
- Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is a girls-only school.
- Is Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar accepting admissions?
- Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar 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 Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar?
- You can reach Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar on 7439804806 or by email at office.mbsv@ashokhall.org. Address: 4, Iron Side Rd, Ballygunge Park, Ballygunge, Kolkata, 700019.
About the school
Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar — a girls-only day school in Ballygunge, Kolkata — is among the popular options parents shortlisting schools consider when shortlisting the best schools in Kolkata. The school has been running since 1945, giving it 81 years of continuous operation in Kolkata. Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is recognised by ICSE and covers up to the senior secondary stage.
Parent fit
Families comparing Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar against other ICSE 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 Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Curriculum at Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar
Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is recognised by ICSE, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English, Hindi and Bengali. The ICSE curriculum emphasises English-language depth and detailed internal assessments alongside board examinations. Academic sessions run April to March, with continuous assessment supplementing term examinations.
Campus and on-campus infrastructure
For day-to-day learning, the campus at Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar lists 12 on-campus infrastructure — including Medical Room, Transportation, Wifi, Smart Classes, Gardening and Art and Craft, plus 6 more. Between them, these spaces support classroom teaching, structured sport and the school's co-curricular calendar.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in smart classrooms, audio-visual room and CCTV coverage 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
Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is located at 4, Iron Side Rd, Ballygunge Park, Ballygunge, Kolkata – 700019. Ballygunge is a popular residential pocket of Kolkata, with established neighbourhood infrastructure around the school. Parents shortlisting schools comparing Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar usually weigh it against other ICSE schools in Kolkata on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
From a parent's perspective, the 25:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar are sized for individual attention. Overall, Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar suits parents seeking a girls-only environment. Read the FAQs below for quick answers to common parent questions, and use the Admissions tab for the step-by-step application process.
The ICSE curriculum weights internal assessment heavily — laboratory work, English-language assignments and project files contribute meaningfully to the final board grade.
On the fee side, Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar sits in the affordable bracket for the city — parents typically compare it against state-aided and trust-run options at a similar price point.
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.
Key facts
- Board
- ICSE
- City
- Kolkata
- Area
- Ballygunge
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Day School
- Gender
- Girls
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi, Bengali
- Established
- Student : teacher ratio
- 25:1
- School timings
- 06.45 AM TO 03:20 PM
- Academic session
- April to March
- Key facilities
- Medical Room, Transportation, Wifi, Smart Classes, Gardening, Art and Craft
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar 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 —
- 2Written test of applicant —
- 3Parent's interaction/interview —
- 4Applicant's oral test —
- 5Document verification at school —
Fees at Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar
Annual tuition fees at Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar 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
Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is affiliated to ICSE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi, Bengali. Levels covered range up to senior secondary.
Facilities at Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar
- Medical Room
- Transportation
- Wifi
- Smart Classes
- Gardening
- Art and Craft
- Dance
- Drama
Location & connectivity
Mahadevi Birla Shishu Vihar is located at 4, Iron Side Rd, Ballygunge Park, Ballygunge, Kolkata – 700019. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
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