9) Our Lady Of Perpetual Succour High School

St Anthony’s Road, Chembur | No official website

 

History: The school was established by the Catholic Church in 1957, and is run by the Archdiocese of Bombay. The school is managed by the Redemptorist Fathers.

Unique features: The school focuses equally on academic and co-curricular activities. Music and theatre are also encouraged. It focuses on practical learning and outdoor activities for science classes. Students of the school have made a mark in sports such as squash, badminton and football at the national level.

“Our staff, both teaching and non-teaching, have been instrumental in the success of our students. We believe in a traditional approach towards education, interspersed with practical knowledge. We encourage children to develop an interest in all aspects of life.”— Father Paul, member, management

Highest ratings for: Value for money, teachers, selection process

Board: Class 10 — SSC

Annual fee: Rs. 13,200

Students: 2,000 boys

Student-teacher ratio: 60:1