St. James' School, Colonial educational institution in Kolkata, India
St. James' School stands as a Grade I heritage building with traditional architectural elements, offering education through the ICSE and ISC curriculum systems.
The school, established in 1864 by Bishop Cotton, closed temporarily in 1904 due to financial difficulties before reopening in 1907 with community support.
The school divides students into four houses named after English Bishops - Cotton, Copleston, Lefroy, and Westcott - who served in India during the 1800s.
Located in Ward No. 60 of Kolkata Municipal Corporation at coordinates 22.555N, 88.3656E, the school maintains two branches in Entally and Behala.
The school's hockey team achieved distinction by winning the Beighton Cup title in 1900, marking an early athletic achievement in its history.
Location: Ward No. 60, Kolkata Municipal Corporation
Inception: 1864
GPS coordinates: 22.55500,88.36556
Latest update: May 11, 2025 11:44
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