Est. 1982

Welcome to Maria's Group of Institutes

In the year 1982, at his residential house, a primary school was established by a visionary with a missionary zeal.

SURESWAR DUTTA, a social activist, lawyer by profession, established MARIA'S DAY SCHOOL. Gradually the school grew and the Group was formed with a number of reputed schools, colleges and institutes in Howrah. Thousands of students have passed and entered into the right career path.

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Amitava Datta – Chairman

Founder's Desk

"Education is the Manifestation of the Perfection already in Man"

— Swami Vivekananda

Right to education is not mere the right to literacy. The welfare nation ensures that no child is deprived of elementary education.

— Amitava Datta

Chairman, Maria's Group of Institutes

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Maria's Day School, Howrah

Affiliated to CISCE (ICSE / ISC), New Delhi  |  School Code WB421

At Maria's Day School, we envision an institution that goes beyond education, preparing students to thrive in an ever-changing world. We nurture future leaders, thinkers and responsible global citizens by instilling a passion for learning, a strong moral compass, and the confidence to pursue their dreams.

We believe in education beyond textbooks, developing academic expertise, life skills, creativity, resilience, and social awareness. Rooted in Indian traditions and values, while embracing a global outlook, our school empowers every child to explore, experiment, and evolve into compassionate and competent individuals.

Through student-centered learning, cutting-edge technology, and holistic development, we aim to create independent thinkers, ethical leaders, and socially responsible citizens who contribute positively to their communities and the world.

Our mission is to create a nurturing learning environment that fosters academic, emotional, social, and moral growth. We aim to:

  • Provide a challenging curriculum promoting critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving.
  • Integrate modern technology and experiential learning for enhanced outcomes.
  • Foster a growth mindset and instill values like integrity, empathy, and responsibility.
  • Balance academics with co-curricular activities for holistic development.
  • Promote inclusivity, respect, and appreciation for diversity.
  • Engage students in community service and environmental awareness.
  • Collaborate with parents, educators, and the community for a supportive ecosystem.
  • Develop leadership and ethical growth in students.

Our motto: "Dare to Dream, Learn to Excel, Lead with Purpose."

School Hours
Class / GroupSessionHours
Play House9:30 am – 11:00 am
Nursery, Higher Nursery & KGMorning7:00 am – 11:00 am
Nursery, Higher Nursery & KGDay11:30 am – 3:30 pm
Class I – VMorning6:50 am – 11:10 am
Class VI – VIII11:20 am – 4:40 pm
Class IX & X11:20 am – 5:10 pm
Class XI & XIIMorning6:50 am – 11:10 am
Class XI & XIIDay11:20 am – 5:20 pm
Class I – XII (Online)Evening7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Office Hours
  • School Office (Mon–Fri): 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • School Office (2nd & 3rd Saturday): 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Fees Counter: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm (Mon–Fri, 1st–15th of each month)
Attendance

Students are required to attend a minimum of 75% of classes in one academic year. Students falling short of attendance will not be allowed to appear in the annual evaluation test.

Evaluation System
AssessmentWeightage
1st Semester20%
2nd Semester30%
3rd Semester50%
Grade Scale
% RangeGradeDefinition
91–100A+Outstanding
75–90AExcellent
60–74BVery Good
45–59CGood
35–44DAverage
0–34EPoor

Maria's Day School is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities ensuring a well-rounded learning experience:

  • Laboratories: Modern Science and Computer Laboratories with Robotics & AI facilities.
  • Digital Classrooms: Smart Panel technology for interactive and dynamic presentations.
  • Library: A well-stocked library to support academic and extracurricular reading.
  • Sports Infrastructure: Expansive grounds supporting Cricket, Football, Badminton, Table Tennis, and Chess.
  • Medical Centre: On-campus clinic with access to Child Specialists and Ayurvedic, Homoeopathic and Yoga therapies.
  • School Cooperative: Stationery, books, school uniforms and supplies available on campus.
  • Hobby Workshop: Open every Saturday and Sunday for students to pursue creative interests.
  • Dance & Music Department: Dedicated department operating beyond school hours.
  • School Software: Integrated platform for online classes, fee payment, attendance, and parent communication.
  • MIAC: Maria's Institute of Art & Craft — Diploma courses under Indira Kala Sangit Viswavidyalaya, Khairagarh.
Pre-Primary (Play House, Nursery, Higher Nursery & KG)
  • Age eligibility: 2+ for Play House, 3+ for Nursery, 4+ for Higher Nursery, 5+ for KG.
  • Admission on first-come-first-serve basis by interview only.
  • Teaching system is 'play-method'; no book-oriented pressure (KIDZONE).
  • Promotion to higher class considered half-yearly — deserving candidates may reach Class I at 5+ years.
Primary & Secondary Classes
  • Admission to Classes I and above is subject to availability of seats and satisfactory performance in the admission test.
  • Students dismissed or withdrawn without intimation are not re-admitted.
  • One month's notice must be given before removal of any student from the school.
Fee Payment
  • School fees are payable in advance, normally before the 15th of each month.
  • Late payment attracts a penalty of ₹1 per day.
  • Fees may also be paid online through the School Software.
  • Students with fees three months in arrear may be struck off the rolls.
Co-curricular Calendar 2026–2027
ActivityDate
Inter-Class Dance & Music Competition (Semi-Final)16 May 2026
Inter-Class Dance & Music Competition (Final)13 Jun 2026
Workshop on Quiz (Class III–XII)20 Jun 2026
Inter-Class Quiz Competition Final (III–XII)26 Jun 2026
Inter-Class Drawing Competition15 Aug 2026
Book Fair8 Sep 2026
Workshop & Debate (VI–XII)12 Sep 2026
Inter-Class Debate Competition Final (VI–XII)17 Sep 2026
Symposium and Lecture Session29 Aug 2026
Leadership Training Programme28 Nov 2026
Career Counselling Session16 Jan 2027
Entrepreneurship Skill Development Programme30 Jan 2027
Educational Tour & Student Excursion13 Dec 2026
Sports Calendar 2026–2027
EventMonth
Football Competition (Class VI–VIII)Jun 2026
Badminton Competition – Girls (Class VI–VIII)Sep 2026
Cricket Competition (Class VI–VIII)Oct 2026
Annual SportsDec 2026
Annual Events
EventWhen
Art Exhibition, Science Exhibition & Fun FiestaDec 2026
Inter-School CompetitionsDec 2026
Annual Social Gathering & Prize DistributionDec 2026

Class XI & XII (Science, Commerce & Humanities Stream) subjects offered:

  • Compulsory: English
  • 2nd Language: Hindi or Bengali
  • Commerce Stream: Economics, Accounts, Commerce, Business Studies
  • Science Stream: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology
  • Humanities Stream: Political Science, Geography, History, Sociology, Home Science
  • Optional/Elective: Computer Science, Art, Fashion Designing, Applied Mathematics, Robotics, SUPW

Note: The school reserves the right to drop any subject if sufficient numbers of students are not available.

Key Academic Dates
EventDate
1st Semester begins (Session starts)10 Apr 2026
1st Semester Evaluation2 Jul – 24 Jul 2026
2nd Semester begins27 Jul 2026
Declaration of 1st Semester Result – Pre-Primary13 Aug 2026
Declaration of 1st Semester Result – Primary25 Aug 2026
Declaration of 1st Semester Result – Secondary31 Aug 2026
2nd Semester Evaluation (N–IX, XI)18 Sep – 14 Oct 2026
Pre-board Examination (X & XII)19 Nov – 10 Dec 2026
3rd Semester begins27 Oct 2026
3rd Semester Evaluation3 Feb – 26 Feb 2027
Report Days – Pre-Primary16 Mar 2027
Report Days – Primary17 Mar 2027
Report Days – Secondary19 Mar 2027
New Session begins2 Apr 2027
Celebrations & Important Days
OccasionDate
165th Birthday of Rabindranath Tagore9 May 2026
80th Independence Day15 Aug 2026
School Foundation Day25 Jan 2027
164th Birthday – Swami Vivekananda12 Jan 2027
130th Birthday – Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose23 Jan 2027

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40+ Years of Excellence
Over four decades of delivering quality education in Howrah, West Bengal.
10,000+ Alumni Strong
Thousands of successful students who have shaped their careers with a Maria's foundation.
Multiple ICSE Board Toppers
Consistently producing district and state-level ICSE board toppers every year.
10 Institutes Across Howrah & Hooghly
A network of schools, colleges, and specialty institutes serving thousands of students.

Our Institutes

A network of quality institutions across Howrah and Hooghly

Maria's Day School Howrah

11/6, G.T. Road (South) & 2, Gopal Gobinda Bose Lane, Howrah – 711101, West Bengal

ICSE / ISC

One of the flagship institutions of the Maria's Group, located at Howrah Maidan. Affiliated to CISCE...

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Maria's Day School, South Howrah

Andul Road, South Howrah, West Bengal

ICSE / ISC

Established in 2006, the school is recognised by the Govt. of West Bengal and affiliated to CISCE fo...

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Maria's Day School Ramrajatala

Mohiary Road, P.O.: GIP Colony, P.S.: Jagacha, Howrah – 711112, West Bengal

ICSE

Situated near Ramrajatala Railway Station on the South Eastern Railway division, 6 km from Howrah St...

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Maria's Day School Shibpur

7/23, Tulsi Mitra Garden Lane, Shibpur, Howrah – 711102, West Bengal

ICSE

Situated near G.T. Road at Shibpur, around 1 km from Mandirtala, Shibpur.

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Maria's Day School, Mourigram

Vill.: Panchpara, Near Shashankali Byayam Samity, P.O.: Radhadasi, Howrah – 711317, West Bengal

ICSE

The school is being built up to extend hostel facilities for boys and girls in a sprawling campus, e...

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Maria's International School Boinchi

Boinchi, Hooghly, West Bengal

ICSE

Maria's International School at Boinchi, Hooghly. Founder's Message: "Establishing a school which is...

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Maria's Montessori Sishuniketan

19-20/2 Kailash Banerjee Lane, P.S.: Howrah, Pin: 711101

Montessori School for children aged 2+ to 7+. An English Medium school from Nursery to Class II.

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National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)

Howrah, West Bengal

NIOS

The Accredited Centre of NIOS runs Hindi & English medium courses for Secondary (10th Std.) and Seni...

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MIAC – Maria's Institute of Art & Craft

Howrah Maidan, Howrah, West Bengal

Housed at Maria's Day School Complex, Howrah Maidan. MIAC is the Examination Centre of Indira Kala S...

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Maria's Institute of English & Computer Education (MIECE)

Howrah, West Bengal

Established in 1999, MIECE was one of the largest distance learning centres of Sikkim Manipal Univer...

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Parents' Experience

Maria's Day School has been a second home for my son. The teachers are highly dedicated and the environment is very nurturing. Rohan has grown tremendously both academically and personally.

Priya Sharma

Parent of Rohan Sharma (Class VIII)

Excellent institution with a perfect blend of academic rigour and extracurricular activities. My daughter has developed a love for learning here. The faculty is incredibly supportive.

Suresh Kumar

Parent of Ananya Kumar (Class X)

We are very satisfied with the school's approach to education. The regular parent-teacher interactions keep us informed about our child's progress. Highly recommend Maria's Day School.

Rekha Banerjee

Parent of Sourav Banerjee (Class VI)

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