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The Newtown School

Premises 01-0279, Plot DD-257, Street 279, DD Block, Action Area I, New Town, Kolkata, West Bengal – 700156

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India's First IGBC Gold Certified Green SchoolCandidate School of Round SquareCBSE AffiliatedHolistic Development FocusExperiential Learning Approach

Quick Facts

Board, class range, medium of instruction, and other key details for The Newtown School in Kolkata.

Board
CBSE, ISC
Classes
Nursery, LKG, UKG, Class 10, Class 12
Gender
Co-ed
School Type
Private
Boarding
Day School
School Level
Pre-Primary to Senior Secondary School
Admission Period
Contact for current dates

About The Newtown School

The Newtown School in Kolkata is a co-educational institution delivering world-class education from Pre-Nursery through Class 12. As India's first IGBC Gold Certified Green School, it is committed to fostering a sustainable learning environment. The school blends academic rigor with the development of future-ready skills, aiming to nurture students into thoughtful leaders. Its curriculum emphasizes holistic development across foundational, preparatory, middle, senior, and senior secondary stages. The Foundational Stage (Pre-Nursery to Class II…

Why Choose The Newtown School?

  • Benefit from an education at India's first IGBC Gold Certified Green School, emphasizing environmental responsibility alongside academic excellence.
  • Engage with an international network as a Round Square Candidate School, offering global exchange opportunities and fostering leadership through service and adventure.
  • Experience a comprehensive, play-based and experiential learning curriculum, designed to develop creativity, critical thinking, and social-emotional skills from an early age.
  • Prepare for board examinations under CBSE, ensuring a nationally recognized academic pathway for students up to Class 12.
  • Join a community aligned with ARISE, an association committed to progressive educational practices that prioritize the student's overall growth and well-being.

Courses & Academics

Courses, boards, and grades offered at The Newtown School.

Courses Offered

Defence/NDA

Boards

CBSEISC

Grades

NurseryLKGUKGClass 10Class 12

The Newtown School Affiliations & Partnerships

Schools associations, program partners, and organizations The Newtown School works with.

CBSE Affiliation — affiliation partner of The Newtown School

CBSE Affiliation

The school is affiliated with CBSE for secondary and senior secondary education, holding permanent NOC from the West Bengal Education Department.

IGBC Green School Certification — affiliation partner of The Newtown School

IGBC Green School Certification

First school in India to receive certification under the IGBC Green Schools Rating System, in the New Schools Category.

Round Square — Candidate School — affiliation partner of The Newtown School

Round Square — Candidate School

An international network promoting service, adventure, leadership, and global citizenship, connecting students and staff worldwide.

ARISE Membership — affiliation partner of The Newtown School

ARISE Membership

A body of progressive education leaders committed to reinventing the Indian school education system with a 'Student First' motto.

The Newtown School Certifications & Awards

Certifications, accreditations, and awards held by The Newtown School.

CBSE Affiliation — held by The Newtown School

CBSE Affiliation

IGBC Green School Certification — held by The Newtown School

IGBC Green School Certification

The Newtown School, Kolkata is the first school in India to receive certification under the New Schools Category of the IGBC Green Schools Rating System.

Round Square — Candidate School — held by The Newtown School

Round Square — Candidate School

The Newtown School Kolkata is a Candidate School of Round Square, an international network of schools committed to service, adventure, leadership, and global citizenship, spanning six continents. Approved by the Heads of School across the South Asia and Gulf region, this affiliation connects Newtown students and staff with a worldwide community for exchange, conferences, and collaborative programmes.

ARISE Membership — held by The Newtown School

ARISE Membership

ARISE (The Association for Reinventing School Education) is an autonomous body that brings together some of the country s most progressive and intellectual minds including School Promoters, Edupreneurs Leaders who remain committed and focused on serving as a beacon for change within the diverse and dynamic landscape of India s school education system. Living up to the motto ‘Student First’,

Facilities

Infrastructure and amenities available at The Newtown School.

LibraryActivity Play ZoneJunior Resource CentreClassrooms with Interactive BoardsiPadsiTheatre LabSwimmingGymnasticsJudoPodcast Studio

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Beyond Academics

Clubs, activities, and co-curricular programs at The Newtown School.

Art and Craft
Dance
Music
Physical Education
Quality Circle Time
STEM Activities
Global Citizenship
Yoga

Photos & Videos

A preview of campus photos and videos from The Newtown School.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions parents and students ask about The Newtown School.

What grades does The Newtown School offer?

The Newtown School offers education across various grades, starting from Pre-Nursery, LKG, and UKG, and extending up to Class 12, providing a continuous learning journey for students.

Is this school affiliated with any educational boards?

Yes, The Newtown School is primarily affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) for secondary and senior secondary levels. It also mentions ISC in the known facts.

What makes The Newtown School unique in terms of sustainability?

The Newtown School is distinguished as the first school in India to achieve certification under the New Schools Category of the IGBC Green Schools Rating System, specifically with Gold certification.

Does The Newtown School participate in international programs?

Yes, The Newtown School is a Candidate School of Round Square, an international network of schools dedicated to fostering global citizenship, leadership, service, and adventure through worldwide connections.

What is the teaching approach in the foundational stage?

In the foundational stage (Pre-Nursery to Class II), the school employs a play-based and experiential teaching methodology, incorporating Montessori-inspired practices to support holistic development through exploration and interaction.

Find The Newtown School

Premises 01-0279, Plot DD-257, Street 279, DD Block, Action Area I, New Town, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700156

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