About SJS
St. Joseph's School is a school located in Darjeeling. It is affiliated to the ICSE board. The school was established in 1888. Explore fees, admission process, facilities and parent reviews on this page.
Quick facts
- Which board is SJS affiliated to?
- St. Joseph's School is affiliated to ICSE and is a full-boarding school in Darjeeling.
- Where is SJS located?
- St. Joseph's School is located at North Point, Darjeeling, Darjeeling – 734203, Darjeeling.
- When was SJS established?
- St. Joseph's School was established in 1888 and has been operating in Darjeeling for 138 years.
- Is SJS co-ed or single-gender?
- St. Joseph's School is a co-educational school.
- Is SJS accepting admissions?
- St. Joseph's 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 SJS?
- You can reach St. Joseph's School on 3542259153 or by email at sjsnorthpoint@gmail.com. Address: North Point, Darjeeling, Darjeeling, 734203.
Every graduate of North Point is to become an agent of change respecting all cultures, languages and religions and above all recognising the unique image and likeness of the Creator in every individual. His task is to love and serve his neighbour at all times by upholding the dignity of all and in particular the needy. By committing himself to the service of faith and promotion of justice, he is to lift up his heart, live and work for a just society where every individual will be fully alive, living an upright and humane life.
About the school
St. Joseph's School — a co-educational full boarding school in Darjeeling, West Bengal — is among the well-known options guardians consider when shortlisting the best schools in Darjeeling. Established in 1888, the school has been part of the Darjeeling education landscape for 138 years. SJS follows the ICSE curriculum and covers up to the senior secondary stage.
Curriculum at SJS
SJS follows the ICSE curriculum, 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 SJS against other ICSE schools in Darjeeling 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 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 SJS against one or two finalists on board, fees, facilities and parent ratings before booking the campus visit round.
Learning depth
Day-to-day, SJS's learning environment combines classroom teaching with hands-on time in STEM lab, computer lab 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 on-campus infrastructure
Looking past the brochure, the campus at SJS lists 12 on-campus infrastructure — including Medical Room, Meals, Transportation, Boys Hostel, Girls Hostel and Wifi, plus 6 more. These resources cover academics, sports and co-curricular activities through the school day.
Location and neighbourhood
SJS is located at North Point, Darjeeling, Darjeeling – 734203. Guardians comparing SJS usually weigh it against other ICSE schools in Darjeeling on commute, fees and facilities.
Learning environment
From a parent's perspective, the 30:1 student-teacher ratio means classrooms at SJS are sized for individual attention. Overall, SJS 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.
Founded in 1888, the school has a multi-generation alumni footprint in the city — a useful proxy for institutional stability when comparing options.
The campus sits within Darjeeling, putting daily commute from surrounding residential pockets within a manageable window for most families.
ICSE coverage at this campus carries the board's traditional emphasis on English-language depth and broad subject choice through Class 10.
Key facts
- Board
- ICSE
- City
- Darjeeling
- Type
- Private
- Format
- Full Boarding
- Gender
- Coed
- Level
- Senior Secondary
- Medium of instruction
- English
- Languages taught
- English, Hindi
- Established
- Student : teacher ratio
- 30:1
- School timings
- 09:00 AM TO 04:00 PM
- Academic session
- April to March
- Key facilities
- Medical Room, Meals, Transportation, Boys Hostel, Girls Hostel, Wifi
Updated 17 June 2026 Verified school data
Admissions 2026-27 at SJS
Admissions for the 2026-27 session at St. Joseph's 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 —
- 2Written test of applicant —
- 3Parent's interaction/interview —
- 4Applicant's oral test —
- 5Document verification at school —
Fees at SJS
Annual tuition fees at St. Joseph's 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. Joseph's School is affiliated to ICSE. Medium of instruction is English, with additional languages taught: English, Hindi. Levels covered range up to senior secondary.
Facilities at SJS
- Medical Room
- Meals
- Transportation
- Boys Hostel
- Girls Hostel
- Wifi
- Smart Classes
- Art and Craft
Parent reviews
St. Joseph's School has an overall rating of 5.0 / 5 from 1 parent reviews on AdmissionSchool. Reviews are verified before publishing.
Read all reviewsLocation & connectivity
St. Joseph's School is located at North Point, Darjeeling, Darjeeling – 734203. 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
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