About St. James School
St. James School is a school located in Entally, Kolkata. It is affiliated to the ICSE / CISCE board. The school was established in 1864. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is St. James School affiliated to?
- St. James School is affiliated to ICSE and CISCE and is a day school in Entally, Kolkata.
- Where is St. James School located?
- St. James School is located at 165, Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Road, Entally, Kolkata – 700017, Kolkata.
- When was St. James School established?
- St. James School was established in 1864 and has been operating in Kolkata for 162 years.
- Is St. James School co-ed or single-gender?
- St. James School is a co-educational school.
- Is St. James School accepting admissions?
- St. James 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 St. James School?
- You can reach St. James School on 3322841546 or by email at sjskolkata1864@gmail.com. Address: 165, Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Road, Entally, Kolkata, 700017.
Not much is known about our founding fathers, but this much is certain that it began with a vision - a vision for children who, irrespective of language, creed or colour would grow up in an institution devoid of racial prejudices, would be able to express themselves fearlessly and be taught by teachers totally committed to the cause of sound, all-round, value based education. St. James' School was established in 1864. It was inaugurated by the then Most Revd. George Edward Cotton- the Bishop of Calcutta on 25th July 1864. Almost from its inception, reports show that these were years of stress and struggle. In the first twenty years of its existence the school faced intensive financial difficulties and had to be closed in December 1904. According to reports, there was an upsurge of sentiment on the part of parents, well wishers and old boys at the closure of the school. In 1907, with financial assistance from the Church Education League
About the school
St. James School is a co-educational day school tucked into Entally, Kolkata. The school has been running since 1864, giving it 162 years of continuous operation in Kolkata. St. James School prepares students for the ICSE / CISCE board examinations and covers up to the senior secondary stage.
Parent fit
Families comparing St. James School 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 CBSE 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 St. James School against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Curriculum at St. James School
St. James School prepares students for the ICSE / CISCE board examinations, 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 facilities
On the academic side, the campus at St. James School lists 12 facilities — including Medical Room, Transportation, AC Classes, Wifi, Smart Classes and Ramps, plus 6 more. Between them, these spaces support classroom teaching, structured sport and the school's co-curricular calendar.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, St. James School's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in CCTV coverage, audio-visual room and computer 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.
Location and neighbourhood
St. James School is located at 165, Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Road, Entally, Kolkata – 700017. Entally is a established residential pocket of Kolkata, with established neighbourhood infrastructure around the school. Parents shortlisting schools comparing St. James School usually weigh it against other ICSE schools in Kolkata on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
For day-to-day learning, the 12:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at St. James School are sized for individual attention. Overall, St. James School 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.
Located in Entally, Kolkata, the school draws its student base largely from neighbouring residential colonies and adjoining sectors.
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, St. James School sits in the affordable bracket for the city — parents typically compare it against state-aided and trust-run options at a similar price point.
Key facts
- City
- Kolkata
- Area
- Entally
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Day School
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi, Bengali
- Established
- Student : teacher ratio
- 12:1
- School timings
- 09:00 AM TO 04:00 PM
- Academic session
- April to March
- Key facilities
- Medical Room, Transportation, AC Classes, Wifi, Smart Classes, Ramps
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at St. James School
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at St. James 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 St. James School
Annual tuition fees at St. James 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
St. James School is affiliated to ICSE / CISCE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi, Bengali. Levels covered range up to senior secondary.
Facilities at St. James School
- Medical Room
- Transportation
- AC Classes
- Wifi
- Smart Classes
- Ramps
- Washrooms
- Art and Craft
Parent reviews
St. James School has an overall rating of 5.0 / 5 from 3 parent reviews on AdmissionSchool. Reviews are verified before publishing.
Read all reviewsLocation & connectivity
St. James School is located at 165, Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Road, Entally, Kolkata – 700017. Use the Address tab for a full map and directions.
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