ICSE & ISC · Salesians of Don Bosco · Since 1984

D.B EVER BETTER Don BoscoSenior Secondary School · Vaduthala
Apply 2027–28
The Don Bosco Senior Secondary School building in Vaduthala behind a wide green lawn

ICSE & ISC · Vaduthala, Kochi

Ever Better,
since 1984

A co-educational, English-medium school run by the Salesians of Don Bosco, from kindergarten to Class XII.

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Our story

Educating young people in Vaduthala since 1984

Don Bosco Senior Secondary School opened in 1984. It is a Christian minority, co-educational school run by the Salesians of Don Bosco and affiliated to the CISCE, New Delhi, preparing students for the ICSE and ISC examinations.

Don Bosco students in uniform chatting on a low wall beside the school ground

Our aim is the one the school started with: a sound education and a broad training that develops each pupil's character and personality.

Read our vision and values

Learning stages

One campus, from LKG
to Class XII

LKG · UKG

Kindergarten

LKG from age 4 and UKG from age 5. Learning in the early years is informal, at a pace that suits small children.

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Std I – VIII

Primary & Middle School

Std I from age 6. The early classes take an environmental approach that grows more formal each year. Hindi and Malayalam are taught as additional languages.

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Classes IX – X

ICSE

Two semesters a year, with exams in October and March. Revision, model and pre-board exams start in November.

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Classes XI – XII

ISC

Science and Commerce streams, with subject options that include Computer Science, Psychology and Physical Education.

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Beyond the classroom

Where talent finds a coach

Coaching, special training and clubs run alongside the timetable, from the football ground to the band room.

  1. 01Don Bosco Sports Academy

    Set up in 2016, with professional coaching in seven sports. The football academy holds a two-star accreditation from the All India Football Federation.

    • Football
    • Basketball
    • Swimming
    • Badminton
    • Karate
    • Chess
    • Table tennis
    A young karateka in a white gi practising a stance with classmates behind her

  2. 02Music, dance and the arts

    Special training in band, string and keyboard instruments, dance, drawing, painting and craft.

    • School band
    • Guitar
    • Keyboard
    • Violin
    • Dance
    • Painting
    The Don Bosco school band in red and white uniforms with brass instruments and drums

  3. 03NCC, clubs and movements

    A Naval NCC unit, the Sahithyasamajam literary circle and clubs for every kind of interest.

    • Naval NCC
    • Sahithyasamajam
    • Science
    • Maths
    • Nature
    • Quiz
    • Social service
    Naval NCC cadets in white uniforms seated with school staff for a group photo

  4. 04Skills studio

    Special training in abacus, AI robotics, yoga and roller skating.

    • Abacus
    • AI robotics
    • Yoga
    • Roller skating
    A girl working an abacus at her desk during class

Campus facilities

Built for the whole
school day

Seventeen facilities on one campus, from an indoor pool to a radio station run by students.

Young swimmers with kickboards in the school's indoor pool
Aquatic complexIndoor, child-friendly pool
Students choosing books from the shelves of the school library
Library15,000+ books, 100+ periodicals
Children practising basketball drills on the outdoor court
PlaygroundsFootball, cricket, basketball, volleyball, hockey
Senior students working with microscopes in the science lab
Science labsPhysics, chemistry and biology
A teacher helping students at the computer lab
  • Interactive panels in every classroom
  • Mithra student care centre
  • Student-run school radio
  • Gymnasium
  • Chapel & grotto
  • Children's park
  • Canteen
  • Purified water on every floor
  • On-call medical support, Lourdes Hospital
  • Residential facility
  • School-owned buses
  • Computer lab
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Don Bosco (1815–1888) founded the Salesians in 1859. Today they work with young people in 135 countries, and his way of teaching shapes the school day at Vaduthala.

The Preventive System

The Salesian fathers who manage Don Bosco School, Vaduthala, seated in white cassocks

  1. Reason

    Students are guided by explanation and encouragement, without harsh punishment.

  2. Religion

    Faith and prayer are part of school life, with a chapel and grotto on campus.

  3. Loving kindness

    Care for the whole child, in body, mind and spirit.

From the Principal

Fr. Kuriakose Shasthamkala SDB, Principal
Fr. Kuriakose ShasthamkalaSDBPrincipal

"Touch the hearts, brighten the future."

"At Don Bosco School, we prepare and nurture a space to accomplish the dreams and aspirations of every child who walks through our gates."

Meeting the Principal

Parents can meet the Principal on weekdays between 2:00 and 4:30 pm, and class teachers between 3:00 and 3:30 pm.

Achievements

This season's champions

The Kerala team celebrating with the CISCE National Under-17 Boys Football champions banner

In October 2026 the Kerala team won the CISCE National Under-17 Boys Football Tournament, with special appreciation for our players Syamnath and Vishal.

CISCE National U-17 Boys FootballKerala team champions · October 2026

1984
Year the school opened
15,000+
Books in the school library
2016
Sports Academy founded
17
Campus facilities

Our U-14 side also won the CISCE Kerala Region C Zone title in September 2026.

What's on

News and upcoming events

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INSPIREX annual school exhibition poster from Don Bosco Senior Secondary School
03Nov
2026

Exhibition

INSPIREX

The annual school exhibition: student projects in maths, science, social science and computer science.

Bosco Fair 2026 poster: Saturday 14 November, games, snacks and gifts
14Nov
2026

Celebration

Bosco Fair 2026

Come together, celebrate together. A Saturday morning of games, food, gifts and shopping for the whole Bosco family.

18Dec
2026

Holiday

Christmas vacation

School closes after the Christmas celebrations and reopens on Monday 28 December.

Admissions 2027–28

Questions parents ask

Register online
Which classes take new admissions?

Admission is normally to KG and Class XI. Seats in other classes open in February if there are vacancies.

What are the age requirements?

LKG: 4 years and above. UKG: 5 years and above. Std I: 6 years and above.

How does the admission process work?

Collect the form from the school office or register online, then submit it by the due date. Your child will sit a short interview and test. Please fill the form carefully, as changes are not allowed afterwards.

Which documents do we need?

An attested copy of the birth certificate and Aadhaar card, a transfer certificate from the previous recognised school (countersigned by the education authorities if it is from another state) and proof of triple and polio vaccinations.

Which subject combinations are offered in Class XI?

Science: Physics, Chemistry and Biology with Maths or Psychology; Physics, Chemistry and Maths with Computer Science; or Physics, Chemistry, Maths or Psychology with Physical Education. Commerce: Commerce, Economics and Accountancy with Computer Science or Physical Education. English is studied in every combination.

What are the school timings?

Pre-KG and KG: 8:00 am to 2:45 pm. Std I to XII: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. The office is open 8:00 am to 3:00 pm on weekdays and 8:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturdays.

Contact

Come and see the school

Write to us or call the office. We're happy to show you around.

Send an enquiry

Opens your email app, addressed to sdbschool@gmail.com.