About MEA
Modern English Academy is a school located in Barrackpore, Kolkata. It is affiliated to the ICSE / CISCE board. The school was established in 1998. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is MEA affiliated to?
- Modern English Academy is affiliated to ICSE and CISCE and is a day school in Barrackpore, Kolkata.
- Where is MEA located?
- Modern English Academy is located at 34. Park Road,, Barrackpore, Kolkata – 700120, Kolkata.
- When was MEA established?
- Modern English Academy was established in 1998 and has been operating in Kolkata for 28 years.
- Is MEA co-ed or single-gender?
- Modern English Academy is a girls-only school.
- Is MEA accepting admissions?
- Modern English Academy 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 MEA?
- You can reach Modern English Academy on 3325934711 or by email at mea_bkp@yahoo.co.uk. Address: 34. Park Road,, Barrackpore, Kolkata, 700120.
About the school
Modern English Academy is a girls-only day school sited in Barrackpore, Kolkata, North 24 Parganas. Established in 1998, the school has been part of the Kolkata education landscape for 28 years. MEA prepares students for the ICSE / CISCE board examinations and covers up to the senior secondary stage.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, MEA's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in audio-visual room, CCTV coverage 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.
Campus and facilities
From a parent's perspective, the campus at MEA lists 12 facilities — including Medical Room, Transportation, Wifi, Smart Classes, Debate and Picnics and excursion, plus 6 more. These resources cover academics, sports and co-curricular activities through the school day.
Curriculum at MEA
MEA prepares students for the ICSE / CISCE board examinations, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English and Hindi. 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.
Parent fit
Families comparing MEA 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 ICSE and IB 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 MEA against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Location and neighbourhood
MEA is located at 34. Park Road,, Barrackpore, Kolkata – 700120. Barrackpore is a established residential pocket of Kolkata, with established neighbourhood infrastructure around the school. Parents comparing MEA usually weigh it against other ICSE schools in Kolkata on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
For day-to-day learning, the 25:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at MEA are sized for individual attention. Overall, MEA 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.
On the fee side, MEA 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.
With roots going back to 1998, MEA has had time to build an alumni network and the kind of teaching-staff continuity newer campuses are still developing.
Key facts
- City
- Kolkata
- Area
- Barrackpore
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Day School
- Gender
- Girls
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi
- Established
- Student : teacher ratio
- 25:1
- School timings
- 07:30 AM TO 02:00 PM (Approx)
- Academic session
- April To March
- Key facilities
- Medical Room, Transportation, Wifi, Smart Classes, Debate, Picnics and excursion
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at MEA
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Modern English Academy 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 MEA
Annual tuition fees at Modern English Academy 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
Modern English Academy is affiliated to ICSE / CISCE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi. Levels covered range up to senior secondary.
Facilities at MEA
- Medical Room
- Transportation
- Wifi
- Smart Classes
- Debate
- Picnics and excursion
- Music
- Drama
Location & connectivity
Modern English Academy is located at 34. Park Road,, Barrackpore, Kolkata – 700120. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
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