Katwa Bharati Bhaban High School
Katwa Bharati Bhaban High School is a government-sponsored secondary and higher secondary school located in Katwa, Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal, India. It provides education to boys from upper primary through higher secondary levels under the West Bengal State Board curriculum. Established in 1949, the school has a long history of serving the local community.
History
Katwa Bharati Bhaban High School was established in 1949 as part of the expansion of public education in the Barddhaman region following India's independence. Over the decades, it has developed from a small local school to an established center for secondary and higher secondary education for boys in Katwa and nearby areas.
Campus and facilities
The school is situated in an urban area within the Katwa Municipality and comprises classrooms, administrative offices, and basic educational infrastructure. Available facilities include:
- Multiple classrooms and teaching spaces
- Drinking water and sanitation facilities
- Government-sponsored school building
Students and staff
The school has a substantial student population with an estimated 1,200+ students enrolled in classes V–XII and a teaching staff of approximately 34–37 teachers.
Academics
Katwa Bharati Bhaban High School follows the curriculum prescribed by the West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) for Madhyamik (Secondary) examinations and the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) for Higher Secondary certification. Subjects include mandatory language studies, mathematics, sciences, social sciences, and electives as per board guidelines.
Community and reputation
The school is regarded locally as an important institution for boys’ education in Katwa and surrounding areas, often cited in regional education listings and directories.
See also
- Education in West Bengal
- List of schools in Purba Bardhaman district