St. Karen's Senior Secondary School, located in Danapur, Patna, Bihar, is a prominent educational institution established in 1965 by Mr. Donald Patrick Galstaun and his wife, Mrs. Lesley Barbara Galstaun.
The school is part of the St. Karen's Group of Schools, which includes St. Karen's High School, St. Karen's Secondary School, St.
Karen's Montessori School, St. Karen's Primary School, and St. Karen's Collegiate School. The name 'St.
Karen's' is inspired by the 1952 novel 'Karen' by Marie Killilea, symbolizing strength, compassion, and dedication to education. The institution is a minority Anglo-Indian Christian organization, established under the aegis of The Anglo–Indian Educational Society of St. Karen's, a registered body. The school's patron saint is St.
Catherine of Siena, with her feast day celebrated on April 29th as St. Karen's Day. The institution is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, and offers education from the foundational level up to the senior secondary level. The school's motto, 'Labour Reaps Reward,' reflects its commitment to hard work and excellence.
The curriculum emphasizes holistic development, integrating academic rigor with value-based education. The school offers a broad-based curriculum, including subjects such as English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), Social Science, Computer Science, and Physical Education. The teaching methodology focuses on a holistic and value-driven pedagogy, incorporating play-way methods at the foundational level and special emphasis on foundational literacy and numeracy in early years.
The school also emphasizes mental well-being programs and strong academic foundations. The infrastructure includes well-equipped classrooms, science laboratories, computer labs, and sports facilities. The faculty comprises experienced educators dedicated to fostering a nurturing learning environment. The admission process involves online and offline registrations, with specific criteria for different streams at the senior secondary level.
The school maintains a strong academic record, with students achieving high percentages in board examinations. The institution also celebrates various events and festivals, fostering a vibrant school culture. The school's website provides detailed information on admissions, curriculum, and other aspects of school life. The contact details for the school are as follows: Address: Gola Road, Danapur, Patna, Bihar, 801503, India.
Phone: +91-7541812077. Email: [email protected]. Website: www.stkarenshighschool.com.