Vision 

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.

Mission 

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. Developing leadership qualities through collaboration, communication, and initiative. Preparing students for higher education and careers with career counseling, vocational training, and skill development. Teaching ethical decision–making, emotional intelligence, and adaptability for responsible leadership. Encouraging entrepreneurial thinking with confidence and innovation skills

GENERAL INFORMATION

This is a complete English-medium,co-educational school upto class XII, affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (C.I.S.C.E), New Delhi for ICSE (10th Std.) and ISC (10 + 2 Std.). The school is situated at the heart of Howrah City, a few steps away from Metro Station at Howrah Maidan and within 1 km of walking distance from Howrah Railway Station. The School is also accredited to National Institute of Open Schooling(NIOS), Govt. of India. The school is run by the Giribala Memorial Trust. At (+2) standard, there is a flexible choice of subjects for the students as like in an Intermediate College it was.

ADMISSION PROCEDURE

(NEP 2020 to be introduced)

• Nursery, Higher Nursery & KG are pre-primary classes. Age-wise it is admissible, 3+ years for Nursery, 4+ years for Higher Nursery and 5+ years for KG.
• Admission to pre-primary classes are made on first-cum-first serve basis by interview only.
• Class I to VIII admission is made strictly on merit.
• In Class IX, only meritorious and deserving candidates are admitted.
• Scholarship is given to deserving students on merit.
• Special admission facilities for meritorious students.
• No Donation, No Capitation Fees for Admissions.
• No bias to class, caste, creed, gender and socio-economic considerations during admission of a student in the school.
• Students of Maria’s Day School appearing in ICSE,are given first preference for admission in class XI.
• (ISC) Admission in Science stream is done strictly on merit.
• All admissions in XI is provisional, unless ratified by the Council.
• Change of stream or subjects is exclusively the right of the School Management on the basis of merit.
• Students shall have flexible choice of subjects for Science and Commerce.
• However, for lack of students in a subject, the School Management possesses sole right of dropping the subject.
• Students failing / performing poorly in a subject, shall have no right to take the subject / stream in ISC (class XI).

CO-CURRICULAR & EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

• Leadership Training Programme.
• Entrepreneurship & Skill Development Programme.
• Workshop & Competition on Quiz.
• Workshop & Competition on Debate.
• Inter Class Dance and Music Competition.
• Drawing Competition.
• Physical Training & Annual Sports.
• Football, Cricket, Badminton,Table Tennis Competitions.
• Science & Literature Seminars.
• Book Fair.
• Educational Tour & Excursions.
• Introduction of dual qualification at IX, X, XI & XII levels.
• Art, Science Exhibition and Fun Fiesta.
• Annual Social Gathering and Prize Distribution.
• Farewell for Class XII.

XI & XII