Kendriya Vidyalaya
Kolkata
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For families seeking budget-friendly and dependable CBSE institutions in South Kolkata, Kendriya Vidyalaya Gar
Nursery - 12Bengali
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E B BLOCK SECTOR-1 SALT LAKE KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL
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For parents seeking a dependable CBSE-affiliated institution in Salt Lake, Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 stands out as one of the most established choices in the region. This summary aggregates confirmed data, parental perspectives, and practical details to assist you in determining if this school is an appropriate match for your child.
Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1 is a Co-ed CBSE-affiliated school located in Kolkata, India. It offers classes from Nursery - 12. Fee details are available by contacting the school directly. Parent reviews can be submitted on EduTribe to help other families shortlist this school. Notable highlights: One of the longest-running Kendriya Vidyalayas in Salt Lake, with roots dating back to 1977.; Designated as a PM SHRI School, marking its involvement in a major national educational modernization drive.; Regular engagement with STEM education, the Atal Tinkering Lab, and various national programs..
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| Class / Category | Fee (₹) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Fee | ₹25 | One-time |
| Re-admission Fee | ₹100 | If applicable |
| Tuition Fee | ₹200–₹400/month | Varies by class and gender |
| Computer Fund | ₹100/month | From Class III onwards |
| Vidyalaya Vikas Nidhi | ₹500/month | Development fund |
| Transport | Varies | Based on route and distance |
• Fees follow the standard Kendriya Vidyalaya structure.
• Exemptions apply for girls, SC/ST, BPL, and children of KVS employees.
• Always confirm the current year’s fee schedule directly with the school office.
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📡 What other parents found about Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1
Board / Curriculum
CBSE
Grades offered
Nursery - 12
Medium / Languages
English, Bengali, Hindi
Type
Co-ed
Students
Between 2,074 and 2,288 (depending on source)
Student–Teacher Ratio
34:1
Boarding
Day school only
Established
1977
Pincode
700064
~12,707 sq. metres
Age Range
3 to 18 years (Balvatika through Class XII)
Family Backgrounds
Primarily includes families of central government, defense, and PSU staff, joined by local residents of Salt Lake.
Socio-economic Profile
Predominantly middle to upper-middle-class households, with a significant portion experiencing job-related transfers.
Child Profiles
Students generally show strong academic commitment, follow school discipline, and take part in co-curricular programs.
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New-age school fit
Discovery signals help parents look beyond board, fees, and location — including inclusion support, child strengths, sports, arts, STEM, entrepreneurship, and learning approach.
Profile inferred: these signals are derived from available school information and are not yet verified claims. Please confirm directly with the school before making admission decisions.
Areas this school appears to emphasise based on available profile information. Please confirm details directly with the school.
Sports-focused
Possible fit
Performing arts-focused
Possible fit
Arts-focused
Possible fit
STEM-focused
Possible fit
Alternative education
Possible fit
Academic-focused
Possible fit
Signals about special educator access, counselling, IEP support, accessibility, and school readiness for diverse learners.
Medical room
Yes
How the school appears to approach teaching, assessment, pressure, and child fit.
Teaching philosophy
Alternative education
Academic pressure
High
Sports focus, coaching, participation, and specific sports available.
Sports focus
Strong
Basketball
Strong
Cricket
Strong
Swimming
Strong
Detected cricket, basketball, swimming from existing profile text.
Visual arts, music, dance, drama/theatre, productions, and dedicated creative spaces.
Arts focus
Strong
Performing arts focus
Strong
Competitions
Yes
Theatre space
Yes
Dance
Strong
Music
Strong
Detected music, dance from existing profile text.
Signals around robotics, coding, maker spaces, financial literacy, startup clubs, and future-skill exposure.
STEM focus
Strong
Tinkering lab
Yes
STEM/entrepreneurship signals inferred from existing profile text. Needs verification.
Use these during a visit or admissions call to verify the fit signals before you decide.
Aggregated insights from parent feedback. Ask these questions during your school visit.
Academics
Positives
Parents value the expertise of the teaching staff and the reliable CBSE results.
Watch out for
There is a perception that English communication skills could be further improved. Older feedback occasionally cited issues with infrastructure during testing periods.
Ask: Inquire about recent board results and the school's specific approach to fostering English language proficiency.
Infrastructure
Positives
The school grounds are quite large for a city location and house libraries, laboratories, and athletic fields.
Watch out for
Discrepancies exist between some online listings and on-site realities, with intermittent reports of maintenance challenges like power interruptions.
Ask: Conduct a site visit to verify current facility availability and ask about recent site improvements.
Extracurriculars
Positives
Provides access to NCC, Scouts, and STEM/Atal initiatives, with students active in diverse science and cultural programs.
Watch out for
Some feedback suggests that the variety of athletic offerings is more limited than what is found at private competitors.
Ask: Ask about the breadth of club offerings and the level of student participation in inter-school tournaments.
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