Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge, Kolkata
Ballygunge, Kolkata, West Bengal, India 52 reviews
School is up to Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) and affiliated to Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), International Baccalaureate (IB). The School is a Girls Day School, with classes from Nursery to XII. It is an English Medium school.
Nursery - XII
Private School
Girls - Day School
CISCE, IB
About School
Know about Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge, Kolkata: Board & Curriculum, Admission Procedure, Fees & Fee Structure, Contact Details, Facilities and Ranking, Rating and Reviews.
Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge Kolkata, is a Senior Secondary School (XI-XII), affiliated to Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), International Baccalaureate (IB). The School is a Girls Day School, with classes from Nursery to XII. It is an English Medium school. The school is located in Ballygunge area of Kolkata, West Bengal. Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge was established in 1952. It is a Private School .
Year Established
1952
School Type
Private School
Gender
Girls
Boarding
Day School
Grades
Class Nursery - Class XII
Admission Period
Curriculum
- Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE)
- International Baccalaureate (IB)
School Level
The motto of Modern High School For Girls Ballygunge Beck Bagan is "Satyam Shivam Sundaram". It is a Girls Day School, which serves the educational needs of hundreds of students from Nursery through XII. The classes in Modern High School For Girls for every academic year begins in April and ends in March.
Modern High School for Girls, Kolkata was founded by Rukmani Devi Birla. The first Principal of MHS was Mrs. Violet Clarke.
Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge, Kolkata is one of the best Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), International Baccalaureate (IB) schools in Ballygunge Beck Bagan area of Kolkata and ranks among the top schools in Kolkata. Here, the dedicated and professional teachers ensure that the children get the maximum out of their education in this Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), International Baccalaureate (IB) school in Kolkata. The school has given exceptional results in the academic sphere and its students have excelled in extra co-curricular activities too.
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Address & Contact Information
School Address
Modern High School for Girls 78, Syed Amir Ali Ave, Beck Bagan, Ballygunge, Kolkata, West Bengal 700019
School Chairman & Principal
- Principal: Mrs. Damayanti Mukherjee</br> Principal</br> </br> Mrs. D Kar</br> Director
School Contact Person
Phone Number
033 2287 5326, 033 22876080
Email Address
contact@mhsforgirls.edu.inSchool Website
Admission Details
Academic Year
April to March
Admission Period
Admission Procedure and Important Dates
The School has students enrolled from Nursery to XII. Find below the admission schedule, procedure, contact details, documents required and instructions for parents for Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge, Kolkata admission.
In this section, we will answer the common questions like What is the admission process like and what are the key dates? Is there any admission test? Will School also hold an interview or an interaction? What is the age criterion for admission to Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge Kolkata for the upcoming academic year?
Modern High School for Girls Admission to Nursery
- Eligibility Criteria: Children born between 1st October 2014 and 20th September 2015
- The candidate and both parents need to be present
- Parents have to keep a note of the Form No. and The Group number
Documents Required
- Photocopy of the Application form
- School Leaving certificates, if Mother of candidate is an ex student
- Parents who have children currently in school, bring first quarter fee receipts
Fees Details
Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge Fees: Fee Structure & Details
Refer below for Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge Kolkata fee structure and current fees.
You can also call the school's Admission Counsellors for more details.
Infrastructure & Facilities
The Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge campus is spread over of land in Ballygunge area of Kolkata, West Bengal. The School is a K-12 Day School. The School's infrastructure includes but is not limited to:
Sports Facilities(12/42)
- Aerobics
- Archery
- Athletics
- Badminton
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Boxing
- Covered Play Area
- Cricket
- Equestrian
- Fencing
- Football
- Golf
- Gymnasium
- Handball
- Hockey
- Horse Riding
- Indoor Stadium
- Judo
- Kabaddi
- Karate
- Kho Kho
- Outdoor Stadium
- Netball
- Play Area
- Rugby
- Shooting
- Skating
- Soccer
- Splash Pool
- Sand Pit
- Sailing
- Squash
- Swimming
- Rowing
- Table Tennis
- Taekwando
- Tennis
- Throwball
- Volleyball
- Yoga
- Lacrosse
Education Facilities(2/6)
- Library
- Digital Library
- Career Counseling
- Counseling
- Student Exchange Programs
- Test Center
Classroom Facilities(0/5)
- AC Classrooms
- AV Classrooms
- Lockers
- Air Purifiers
- Air Filter AC Classrooms
Visual and Performing Arts Facilities(1/4)
- Art
- Dance
- Dramatics
- Music
Laboratories Facilities(2/6)
- Laboratories
- Language Labs
- Maths Labs
- Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL)
- Computer Labs
- Robotics Labs
Transport Facilities(0/2)
- Transport Facility
- AC Buses
Boarding Facilities(0/2)
- Hostel
- AC Hostels
Accessibility Facilities(0/4)
- Accessible Parking
- Ramped or Level Entrances
- Accessible Washrooms
- Braille and Large Print Room Numbers
Digital Facilities(1/4)
- AV Facilities
- Interactive Boards
- School App
- Wi-Fi
Food and Catering Facilities(1/3)
- Canteen
- Meal Served
- Kitchen & Dining Hall
Safety and Security Facilities(0/11)
- CCTV
- Fire Alarm
- Fire Extinguisher
- Security Guards
- Boundary Wall
- Fenced Boundary Wall
- Speedometer In Bus
- GPS In Bus
- CCTV In Bus
- Fire Extinguisher In Bus
- School Bus Tracking App
Medical Facility Facilities(0/7)
- Medical Facility
- Medical Room or Clinic
- Resident Doctor
- Medical Staff
- Isolation Room
- ICU
- Dedicated Ambulance
Other Infra Facilities(2/7)
- Kids Play Area
- Activity Center
- Toy Room
- Amphitheatre
- Auditorium
- Day Care
- Lego Room
School has its own Planetarium. School has 2 computer laboratories. and 1 laboratory each for Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography and Home Science.
School also has a air conditioned and fully equipped Gymnasium.
Extra-Curricular Activities
School Houses and Activity Details
School has eight Houses which are named after flowers which grow in the school garden: Champak, Gulmohur, Hibiscus, Jasmine, Lotus, Magnolia, Orchid, Rose.
All students are divided into these 8 houses. The houses compete with each other and within through out the yeat in competitive activities, Athletic Meet and other events.
School Clubs and Societies
The School has organisations/Clubs/Societies that organize various activities to develop the skills and extract the best out of every child. These scholastic and co scholastic clubs are a great way to explore the interest of any student or even develop new ones.
Academic Programs
School Timings and Vacations
What are the school timings?
The school works in Shift 1 (Morning).
The School timings are:
| Nursery A, B and C: 8:20 a.m. to 10:20 a.m. </br> Nursery D and E : 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.</br> Lower and Upper KG : 8:20 a.m. to 11:50 a.m.</br> Classes I and II : 8:20 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.</br> Classes III : 8:30 a.m. to 2:25 p.m. (Monday-Friday)</br> Classes IV and V : 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Monday-Friday)</br> Class VI - XII : 8:30 a.m. - 2:35 p.m. (Monday - Friday) |
Language of Instruction
- English
What is the typical school vacation schedule?
| Holidays | Summer Holidays : Mid April to Mid of June</br> Puja Holidays : 14 days during Durga Puja</br> Diwali Break: 4-5 days during Diwali</br> Winter holidays: From Christmas to 1st week of Jan |
School Senior Secondary Streams
- Science with Mathematics
- Science without Mathematics
- Commerce
- Humanities
School Level & Classes
Which grades will you have in the new session?
Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge is a Pre Primary School (Pre School) to Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) for Girls and has following grades/levels
| Level | Classes |
| Pre Primary School (Pre School) | NurseryLKGUKG |
| Primary School (I-V) | IIIIIIIVV |
| Middle School (VI-VIII) | VIVIIVIII |
| Secondary School (IX-X) | IXX |
| Senior Secondary School (XI-XII) | XIXII |
Academics Programme and Curriculum Structure
The Academic session at Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge starts from April to March. The School provides education to students from Nursery to XII.
Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge is a Girls English medium Day School which offers the National curriculum CISCE, IB, from Nursery to XII. The School offers its students a choice of 2 boards Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), International Baccalaureate (IB).
Academic Affiliations
Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge is authorised to offer the following
CISCE - Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations
National level, private, Board of School education in India conducts
- ICSE - Indian Certificate for Secondary Education (10th)
- ISC - Indian School Certificate (12th)
Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge is recognised by and affiliated to the CISCE and follows curriculum prescribed by it.
The school is affiliated to CISCE since
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with CISCE affiliation number WB218. The Schools offers following
CISCE boards -
- ICSE (Class X)
- ISC (Class XII)
International Baccalaureate (IB)
The International Baccalaureate (IB) (International Baccalaureate Organisation, Geneva, Switzerland) offers 4 programs for students randing from age 3 to 19. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) is for students of age 3 to 12 students. Middle Years Programme is for students aged 11 to 16 and Diploma Programme (DP) for students ages 16 to 19. Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge, Kolkata is affiliated to International Baccalaureate (IB). Every School authorized to offer the IB programmes is known as an IB World School.
The school is affiliated to IB since Invalid date with IB affiliation number 052316.
The Schools offers following IB programs
- DP
Curriculum offered in Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge by Class
In this section, we will answer What board of education does Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge intend to follow over the years?
- School offers Curriculum developed by CISCE in Primary level classes.
- School offers the curriculum developed by the CISCE Council in the Middle School.
- School is Affiliated to CISCE and offers ICSE (Indian Certificate of Secondary Education) curriculum in Secondary classes (class IX & X). Followed by ICSE Board Exam at the end of the Class 10th.
- School follows IB DP Curriculum in Senior Secondary level classes, IB Diploma Programme (DP) caters to students from Class /Grade XI & XII. Know more about IB DP.
- School is Affiliated to CISCE and offers ISC (Indian School Certificate Examination) curriculum in class XI & XII. Followed by ISC Board Exam at the end of the Class 12th.
- At the Senior Secondary level, school offers Science with Mathematics, Science without Mathematics, Commerce, Humanities streams.
Class XI & XII – ISC
Students have to select one subject from each group
| Stream | Compulsory Subjects | Group 1 | Group 2 | Group 3 | Group 4 |
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Class IX & X – ICSE
| Compulsory subjects | Group 1 (Compulsory) | Group 2 (Compulsory at Modern High School) | Group 3 (Any one) |
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Class VI to VIII
| Compulsory subjects | Class VI | Class VII & Class VIII |
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Other Details
School Results
ISC Exam Result Modern High School for Girls
| Year | Number of students | Pass Percentage | School Highest % | School Average | Number of Students who secured above 90% | Number of Students who secured 80-89% | Number of Students who secured 70-79% |
| 2016-17 | 174 | 100% | 98.50% | 90% | 60% | 31% | 9% |
| 2015-16 | 98.75% | 91.8% | 77% | 20% | 3% |
ICSE Exam Result Modern High School for Girls
| Year | Number of students | Pass Percentage | School Highest % | School Average | Number of Students who secured above 90% | Number of Students who secured 80-89% | Number of Students who secured 70-79% |
| 2016-17 | 162 | 100% | 98% | 89.76% | 70% | 23% | 7% |
| 2015-16 | 100% | 98.4% | 89.4% | 66.26% | 22.70% | 9.82% |
School Staff Details
| Designation | Total No. |
| Principal | |
| Vice-Principal/Head Master | |
| PGT | |
| TGT | |
| PRT | |
| PRT(PET),TGT(PET),PGI(PLT) | |
| Health Wellness Teacher | |
| Librarian | |
| Other |
School Rating & Reviews
4.4
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Frequently Asked Questions about Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge
Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge is affiliated to which board?
Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge, Kolkata is affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), International Baccalaureate (IB).
What is the process of getting admission into Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge, Kolkata?
The Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge, Kolkata has students enrolled from Nursery to XII. Refer to Admission Section for information on admission process, schedule and key dates.
What are the school timings?
The Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge works in Shift 1 (Morning). The School timings are: Nursery A, B and C: 8:20 a.m. to 10:20 a.m. </br> Nursery D and E : 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.</br> Lower and Upper KG : 8:20 a.m. to 11:50 a.m.</br> Classes I and II : 8:20 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.</br> Classes III : 8:30 a.m. to 2:25 p.m. (Monday-Friday)</br> Classes IV and V : 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (Monday-Friday)</br> Class VI - XII : 8:30 a.m. - 2:35 p.m. (Monday - Friday)
Is this school a co-educational school?
No The Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge, Kolkata is a Girls school.
What is the curriculum offered at Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge, Kolkata?
Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge, Kolkata offers the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE), International Baccalaureate (IB) at various levels of education.
Is this school good? What is the rating of this school?
The Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge is rated 4.4 out of 5 based on 52 reviews on SchoolMyKids.com, largest school reviews and rating platform.
Does Modern High School For Girls, Ballygunge offer Hostel facility to students?
No, The school does not have any boarding/hostel facilities to students. The School is Day School.