About Us – Abhinav Bharati High School

Welcome to Abhinav Bharati High School

A premier educational institution in the heart of Kolkata, Abhinav Bharati High School has a long history and legacy, with its inception in the form of Abhinav Bharati Bal Mandir in 1945. The founder, the late Smt. Gyanwati Lath, was one of the few visionaries whose dream was to empower and mould young minds to be honest and upright citizens. Abhinav Bharati Bal Mandir was one of the first Montessori schools of Kolkata, established on 20th August 1945, at 32 Hari Ram Goenka Street. In 1947, the school was shifted to a new building at 11 Pretoria Street, where the school continues to date.

The school initially started with 18 children on roll, which has now grown to a strength of 1200 students and 100 teaching and non-teaching staff. Abhinav Bharati High School is one of the first CBSE-affiliated co-ed schools in Kolkata, which sent its first batch of Class X students for board exams in 1994 and the first batch of Class XII in 1996.

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A Tribute to Our Founder

A premier educational institution in the heart of Kolkata, Abhinav Bharati High School has a long history and legacy with its inception in the form of Abhinav Bharati Bal Mandir in 1945. The founder Late Smt. Gyanwati Lath was one of the few visionaries whose dream was to empower and mould young minds to be honest and upright citizens.

Abhinav Bharati Bal Mandir was one of the first Montessori Schools of Kolkata, established 20th August 1945, at 32 Hari Ram Goenka Street. In 1947, the school was shifted to a new building at 11, Pretoria Street where the school continues till date.

The school initially started with 18 children on roll which has now grown to a strength of 1200 students and 100 teaching and non-teaching staff.

Abhinav Bharati High School is one of the first CBSE affiliated co-ed schools in Kolkata which sent its first batch of Class X students for Board Exams in 1994 and the first batch of Class XII students in 1996.

History & Legacy, Founding Story

A premier educational institution in the heart of Kolkata, Abhinav Bharati High School traces its roots to Abhinav Bharati Bal Mandir, envisioned by Late Smt. Gyanwati Lath to nurture honest and upright citizens.

A Tribute to Late Gyanwati Lath (Founder)

The school initially started with 18 children on roll which has now grown to a strength of 1200 students and 100 teaching and non-teaching staff.

ABHS at a Glance

Key facts that define the journey from a small Montessori school to a leading CBSE co-educational institution.

1945

Year of inception
Abhinav Bharati Bal Mandir

18 → 1200+

From 18 children
to 1200 students

100

Teaching & non-teaching
staff members

CBSE

Among the first co-ed
schools in Kolkata

Milestones

1945: Abhinav Bharati Bal Mandir established at 32 Hari Ram Goenka Street.
1947: School shifts to 11, Pretoria Street.
1994: First CBSE Class X Board Batch.
1996: First CBSE Class XII Board Batch.

Our Mission

To provide students with a stimulating and supportive learning environment where technology and academics are seamlessly integrated, empowering them to grow not only as skilled professionals but also as confident, compassionate, and responsible global citizens who drive positive change.

Our Vision

The school believes in fostering individuals with strong values and sound knowledge blending traditions with a modern outlook.

Leadership

Principal’s message and leadership profiles that guide the school’s vision, values and everyday learning experience.

Sraboni Samanta

Principal, (M. Sc., B. Ed)

Our World is full of unprecedented challenges; hence, it is vital that we equip our children with the competence to overcome the obstacles and change them into opportunities. When a child can quote Rabindra Nath or Bernard Shaw with equal elan while playing basketball or painting the face, I feel content. the objective of the school seems to be to get the right contour and configuration, evolving into an insightful and cheerful haven for learning and sharing the true revelation of life.

Rosy Mukherjee

Head Mistress, (M.A, B.Ed)

Being an inclusive school and keeping in mind the demand of the progressing world that requires a multi-dimensional approach to learning experience, we, at Abhinav Bharati, aim at providing holistic education that equips students with the skills they need to become a generation of world changers. We imbibe the 21st-century skills in young learners through their engagement in hands-on activities, peer learning, collaboration and interdisciplinary learning, as we truly believe that “Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.”

Anand Mishra

Manager (Accounts & Administration)

I have been associated with the school for over 35 years and serve as the manager (accounts & administration). I oversee the day-to-day operations of the school and manage the financial and administrative affairs of both the school and Gyan Manch Auditorium. My role includes coordination with the Management Committee and Administrative Board, supporting decision-making, and ensuring smooth functioning of the institution.

School Management

The school management comprises the Managing Committee, Trustees, and School Management Committee (SMC). In line with CBSE guidelines, the members of the SMC and PTA are listed transparently for the information of all stakeholders.

Managing Committee

Core governing body ensuring institutional planning, policy and leadership oversight.

Trustees

Custodians of legacy and infrastructure, enabling long-term growth and safeguarding school values.

School Management Committee (SMC)

CBSE-mandated academic & operational monitoring body including parents, teachers and board nominees.