About RA
Rockvale Academy is a school located in Kalimpong. It is affiliated to the ICSE board. The school was established in 1984. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is RA affiliated to?
- Rockvale Academy is affiliated to ICSE and is a full-boarding school in Kalimpong.
- Where is RA located?
- Rockvale Academy is located at 9 Mile Rishi Road, Opposite Kalimpong Fire Station, Kalimpong – 734316, Kalimpong.
- When was RA established?
- Rockvale Academy was established in 1984 and has been operating in Kalimpong for 42 years.
- Is RA co-ed or single-gender?
- Rockvale Academy is a co-educational school.
- Is RA accepting admissions?
- Rockvale 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 RA?
- You can reach Rockvale Academy on 7811992020 or by email at principal@rockvaleacademy.com. Address: 9 Mile Rishi Road, Opposite Kalimpong Fire Station, Kalimpong, 734316.
About the school
Rockvale Academy — a co-educational full boarding school in Kalimpong, West Bengal — is among the popular options guardians consider when shortlisting the best schools in Kalimpong. Established in 1984, the school has been part of the Kalimpong education landscape for 42 years. RA runs on the ICSE framework and covers up to the senior secondary stage.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, RA's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in computer lab, CCTV coverage and STEM lab 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.
Parent fit
Families comparing RA against other ICSE schools in Kalimpong 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 IGCSE and State board 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 RA against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Curriculum at RA
RA runs on the ICSE framework, with English as the primary medium of instruction. Additional languages taught include English. 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 learning spaces
From a parent's perspective, the 10.66 Acres campus at RA lists 12 learning spaces — 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.
Location and neighbourhood
RA is located at 9 Mile Rishi Road, Opposite Kalimpong Fire Station, Kalimpong – 734316. Guardians comparing RA usually weigh it against other ICSE schools in Kalimpong on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
On the operations front, the 10:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at RA are sized for individual attention. Overall, RA 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.
With roots going back to 1984, RA has had time to build an alumni network and the kind of teaching-staff continuity newer campuses are still developing.
Set in Kalimpong, the school is reachable by school transport, private cabs and — where the city supports it — local public transit.
Key facts
- Board
- ICSE
- City
- Kalimpong
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Full Boarding
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English
- Established
- Student : teacher ratio
- 10:1
- Campus area
- 10.66 Acres
- School timings
- 09:00 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 RA
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at Rockvale 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 RA
Annual tuition fees at Rockvale 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
Rockvale Academy is affiliated to ICSE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English. Levels covered range up to senior secondary.
Facilities at RA
- Medical Room
- Day care
- Meals
- Transportation
- Boys Hostel
- Girls Hostel
- Wifi
- Smart Classes
Location & connectivity
Rockvale Academy is located at 9 Mile Rishi Road, Opposite Kalimpong Fire Station, Kalimpong – 734316. 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
- $2a
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Frequently asked questions
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