Don Bosco School, Park Circus, school in Kolkata, India
Don Bosco School, Park Circus is a boys school in Kolkata run by the Salesians since 1958, teaching about 3000 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in English. The main building features an H-shaped structure with a courtyard displaying a statue of Mary and animal sculptures, while classrooms are bright and organized, with open play areas that encourage learning and sports.
The school was founded in 1958, about three decades after the Salesian community arrived in Calcutta in 1925 and purchased land for the project in 1955. It was named after the Italian priest John Bosco, who became known in the 1800s for his educational philosophy that combined discipline with compassion.
The school carries the name of its patron, Saint John Bosco, and reflects his philosophy that combines reason, kindness, and religious values in education. Visitors notice how this approach shapes daily life here, from the calm discipline to the active participation in cultural and sports events that bring the school community together.
The school is located on Darga Road in the busy Park Circus neighborhood and is easily accessible by public transport. Visitors should be aware of the active school environment and plan visits outside school hours to have uninterrupted access to the campus.
The school is known for its annual Bosco Fest, one of Kolkata's largest school events, where students from other schools participate in band competitions, quiz contests, dance, and drama performances. Notably, the school has run exchange programs with a school near London since 2009 and offers students language programs in Germany.
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