About PWS
Pailan World School is a school located in Kolkata. It is affiliated to the CBSE / CISCE board. The school was established in 2005. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is PWS affiliated to?
- Pailan World School is affiliated to CBSE and CISCE and is a full-boarding school in Kolkata.
- Where is PWS located?
- Pailan World School is located at Plot B, 187-206, Phase III, Bengal Pailan Park, Joka, Kolkata – 700104, Kolkata.
- When was PWS established?
- Pailan World School was established in 2005 and has been operating in Kolkata for 21 years.
- Is PWS co-ed or single-gender?
- Pailan World School is a co-educational school.
- Is PWS accepting admissions?
- Pailan World 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 PWS?
- You can reach Pailan World School on 6292293810 or by email at principal@pailanworldschool.com. Address: Plot B, 187-206, Phase III, Bengal Pailan Park, Joka, Kolkata, 700104.
About the school
Pailan World School — a co-educational full boarding school in Kolkata, West Bengal — is among the respected options parents consider when shortlisting the best schools in Kolkata. Established in 2005, the school has been part of the Kolkata education landscape for 21 years. PWS is recognised by CBSE / CISCE and covers up to the senior secondary stage.
Curriculum at PWS
PWS is recognised by CBSE / CISCE, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English, Hindi and Bengali. The CBSE framework follows NCERT textbooks and is widely recognised across Indian universities and competitive entrance exams. Academic sessions run April to March, with continuous assessment supplementing term examinations.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, PWS's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in STEM lab, infirmary and library 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 campus amenities
Looking past the brochure, the 50 Acres campus at PWS lists 12 campus amenities — including Medical Room, Day care, Meals, Transportation, Boys Hostel and Girls Hostel, plus 6 more. These resources cover academics, sports and co-curricular activities through the school day.
Parent fit
Families comparing PWS 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 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 PWS against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Location and neighbourhood
PWS is located at Plot B, 187-206, Phase III, Bengal Pailan Park, Joka, Kolkata – 700104. Parents comparing PWS usually weigh it against other CBSE schools in Kolkata on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
From a parent's perspective, the 30:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at PWS are sized for individual attention. Overall, PWS suits families considering boarding and 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 full-boarding school the day extends well beyond classroom hours — prep schedules, dorm life, weekend activity and dining are all part of what families should evaluate during the campus visit.
Established in 2005, the campus has settled past its initial setup phase and now runs full senior-school cycles end to end.
Set in Kolkata, the school is reachable by school transport, private cabs and — where the city supports it — local public transit.
Key facts
- City
- Kolkata
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Full Boarding
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi, Bengali
- Established
- Student : teacher ratio
- 30:1
- Campus area
- 50 Acres
- School timings
- 08:00 AM TO 03:00 PM
- Academic session
- April to March
- Key facilities
- Medical Room, Day care, Meals, Transportation, Boys Hostel, Girls Hostel
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at PWS
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Pailan World 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 PWS
Annual tuition fees at Pailan World 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
Pailan World School is affiliated to CBSE / CISCE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi, Bengali. Levels covered range up to senior secondary.
Facilities at PWS
- Medical Room
- Day care
- Meals
- Transportation
- Boys Hostel
- Girls Hostel
- AC Classes
- Wifi
Location & connectivity
Pailan World School is located at Plot B, 187-206, Phase III, Bengal Pailan Park, Joka, Kolkata – 700104. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
Hostel & Boarding
Boys' hostel
- Room types
- Single, Double, Triple
Girls' hostel
- Room types
- Single, Double, Triple
Food & dining
- details
- <p style="text-align-removed:justify">The students can delve into multi-cuisine meals, which consist of Continental, Oriental, and Indian delicacies. The kitchen has separate arrangements for the preparation of vegetarian and non-vegetarian meal apart from a tandoor section, cold storage, bakery, and other well-defined areas. We nurse students with nutritional food for proper development. We believe in community interactions and so diners eat their meal in a hall while sharing their bit stories.</p>
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