Calcutta Girls' High School
Private Day School in 118, Princep Street, Kolkata, West Bengal 700072, Kolkata
Led by Calcutta Girls' High School
Established in 1856
Location
Located in Kolkata.
School board
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About this school
Founded in 1856 as a boarding school under the patronage of Charles Canning, 1st Earl Canning, CGHS is one of Kolkata's oldest girls' schools and is now managed by the Methodist Church in India through the Calcutta Christian School Society. It is an English-medium ICSE/ISC school on Princep Street serving Playgroup to Year 12. Its motto is 'Deus et Humanitas'.
Mission and Vision
To provide a balanced ICSE education that develops academic excellence, creativity and strong values in every student at Calcutta Girls' High School. To nurture curious, confident and compassionate learners who are prepared to thrive in a changing world.
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- ICSE
- Classes
- Playgroup to Class 12
- Established
- 1856
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Every child who joins Calcutta Girls' High School becomes part of a community that believes in their potential. We invite you to visit our campus and experience it yourself.
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118, Princep Street, Kolkata, West Bengal 700072, Kolkata
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