8. Bombay Scottish School, Mahim
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HISTORY: The school was established in 1847 and moved from Byculla to its present location at Mahim in 1878.
UNIQUE FEATURES: Students run ‘Zeitgeist’, a newsletter providing news related to the school from their perspective. Students are given the option to enroll in a reading programme (Class 3 to 5) and a creative writing programme (Class 6 to 8).
Highest ratings for: Value for money, social engagement, cultural activities
Board: ICSE, ISC
Annual Fees: ICSE: Rs60,000, ISC: Rs80,000
Students: 3,292
Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
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With perseverance and faith in God, our teachers and students strive for excellence at being compassionate citizens, creative and collaborative learners and problem-solvers.
MOLLY PAUL, principal