The primary aim of St. Francis Hr. Sec. School, Bilaspur, is “Total Education”, which implies the holistic approach to education and which is concerned with the total development of an individual as a person...
Use of English as a medium of conversation is highly emphasized.
Discipline and moral values are inculcated in the character of students.
Personality Development is a Primary Aspect of education.
The institution enables the student to go beyond bookish knowledge.
St. Francis was born in the year 1182 in the lovely town of Assisi in Italy. His father was a wealthy cloth merchant and was very prosperous in his textile business. Francis was a happy-go-lucky, luxurious and handsome young man. When he was 20, he was captured during a war with the neighbouring Perugians and was made to spend a year in prison. While in prison and confined to his bed with fever for several months, he came to realize the emptiness of the life he had been leading. After his release, he abandoned his former wasteful ways and started to serve the poor and the sick, especially the lepers. He tried to find God's will and plan in solitary prayers, meditation and penance. He also single-handedly renovated the church of St. Damiano, when the ancient crucifix commended: "Repair my house which is falling to ruin." His father disinherited Francis of all his wealth and possessions which was gladly accepted by him. Then onwards he lived like a hermit and began to practice poverty in a strict sense imitating the gospel values and the norms of discipleship of Jesus Christ. Francis had a very impressive and affectionate personality. He was very cheerful and unassertive. He was speedily able to effect many reconciliations in his journeys through Italy, Southern France and Spain. A great number of sinners were won over by his loving, winning personality and his all-embracing sympathy.
St. Francis parted away at the age of 44 on October 4th 1226. He was declared as Saint two years after his death and still remains as the world's best known and most loved saint.
After 15 years of the death of St. Francis of Assisi, a group of pious women, inspired by the life and example of St. Francis, started a small convent in the little town of Dillingen near the river Danube in Germany in 1241. The main purpose of this congregation was: “to give due praise and glory to God through adoration and care for the people who were in need.”
For nearly 600 years, the convent continued at the single convent simple in style weathering the storms of time. But the members remained steadfast in their faith and put their hope and trust in the providence of God Almighty. In course of time as more girls wanted to join the congregation, the mission spread to other parts of Germany and the rest of the world. The Indian Sisters who had joined the Congregation in Germany, returned after their training set foot on the soil of the city of Bilaspur in the year 1979 and settled in Nehru Nagar Area.
They soon discovered that most of the local population of the adjoining Ameri Village & surrounding areas were illiterate and the tender buds were wandering around aimlessly without education. The plight of the people ignited the spark in the hearts of the Franciscan Sisters and they felt the dire need to light up the souls of these children with value education.
With the dedicated and untiring efforts of our pioneer sisters, the plan to establishing a school was set in motion, unbeknownst to them, that they are beoming a part of this remarkable and reputable institution, which will always be remembered as one of the best educational institutes not only in Bilaspur, but in Chhattisgarh and India.
The School had a very humble beginning in a shed with 7 kids for the Pre-Primary classes on 13th July 1980. The classes commenced in Gandhi Nagar (Nehru Nagar) under the able guidance of its First Head Mistress, Sr. Josita and Sr. Elsa. The school was later shifted to its present premises in Ameri Road Campus on the memorable date of 1st July 1991.
The institution, then named as St. Francis Convent School, commenced its functioning in July 1991 with the pre-primary classes. In July 1993, under the aegis of its Second Head Mistress Sr. Paulit, the school started Primary School Education with Class-I in the Ameri Campus. There were 38 students in the first batch of Class-I and combined with the pre-primary sections, the total strength accounted to 242.
In the year 1998, Sr. Rosilin Augustine took over as the Principal of this institution from Sr. Paulit. Since then, with the joint efforts of the dedicated staff, parents and well-wishers, she has been instrumental in rendering unique service of dispelling abject ignorance and illiteracy. It is due to her hectic efforts and selfless service to humanity, her visionary instinct, motivating leadership, the school has grown with confidence under her experienced and graceful hands.
Greatly influenced by the teachings of St. Francis, she spearheaded and successfully paved the path for quality education in Bilaspur District of Chhattisgarh.The need of the hour demanded for a challenging learning environment and owing to the untiring efforts and farsightedness of Sr. Rosilin, the school applied and got the affiliation from the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi in the year 2005 for Class IX and X and the very next year i.e. in 2006 for Class XI and XII.
We thank the Lord for blessing us with this wonderful vision.
St. Francis Hr. Sec. School, Ameri Road, Bilaspur (C.G.) is a Catholic Minority Coeducational Institution with a tradition of loving and respecting relations. The school is affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education, New Delhi.
Great care is taken so see that not only high standards are maintained in the academic ideology but the school also ensures that value education, self-discipline and respect for life become an integral part of the student’s life. Games and sports are also given great priority and that has helped us create champions representing the school at the various levels in C.B.S.E. interschool competitions as well as various events organized by the (SGFI). The curriculum also provides ample room for co-curricular activities with wide variety of events organized periodically throughout the year.
The school now stands proudly as one of the pioneer educational institutions in Bilaspur owing to the contribution of its present Principal, Sr. Rosilin Augustine. Time has witnessed the success stories as the glorious years have rolled on adding a new feather to her cap and a new dimension to her personality and the school. School had made sure that positive ideas are inculcated in students regarding scientific outlook, moral values, cleanliness of self and the surroundings, graceful manners, obedience and discipline. Spacious playground, Science, Mathematics and computer laboratories are the tools in the hands of the highly qualified and dedicated teachers who pay individual care to achieve high academic standard. The School infuses the thirst for knowledge, devotion to duty, honesty and patriotic fervour besides humanism.
Ever since its inception, the institution has blossomed and continued on the path of nurturing and grooming young buds of the society into mature and responsible citizens of tomorrow. The number of classes and students grew steadily each year and by God's grace, as per the last Academic Session 2024-2025, we have 4849 blooming buds dispersing their fragrance in this institution.
The school is equipped with all basic and enhanced amenities necessary for the proper development of students.
The school maintains an equilibrium between the teaching hours and for activities.
The school is provides digital smart classes to shape up the students of tomorrow.
The school also features a safe and hygenic canteen to cater to the needs of students and staff..
The school follows the Go Green initiave and works hard at keeping the campus green and harmonious with nature.
St. Francis Hr. Sec. School, Bilaspur is located in a large and panoramic vista of 7.5 acres. A sound palatial infrastructure has been designed to impart quality education with all amenities to all classes. The school has a vast and varied playground to promote all kinds of sports activities. The school also possesses well equipped laboratories for each of the practical subjects from science stream along with multiple high-tech computer practical rooms well maintained with latest computers and devices. The school also has Music and Art rooms for grooming young talents. The school is divided into four main blocks. Each block has been designed specifically for the classes which are conducted there.
Cores of Academic Learning...
The physical layout of the classroom contributes a great deal to the learning climate for the students. When students feel comfortable in the classroom, they are able to concentrate and engage more on the learning task, retain more of the information presented, and enjoy the learning process. Classrooms are no more just classrooms, instead they have evolved into learning space. Keeping this philosophy in mind, each classroom i.e. learning space of the St. Francis Hr. Sec. School provides a spacious, healthy and hygienic accommodation to the students to help them acquire education in the right environment. All the classes are not only well illuminated with the right amount of lighting, but also very well ventilated to ensure a perfect ambience for learning. Each classroom is equipped with Teachnext® Smart Class system to ensure that correct and relevant information is absorbed by the student thereby clearing their concepts.
Classrooms also ensure that student’s works including charts, writeups, drawings etc. are displayed around the room which celebrates their achievement and shares their ideas with their peers thereby encouraging them in their endeavours.
The classroom furniture is also comfortable and ergonomic. School believes that the best school furniture design isn’t about the furniture itself; it’s about crafting the ideal environment. The school makes sure that a given space and its furniture complement each other and have a transformative effect on the learning experience.
Technology has struggled to find its way into the classroom in all sorts of ways, from projectors and televisions to computer labs and student laptops. Along with improving the way students are taught, it is also vitally important that students learn to use computers to improve their own work and prepare for careers in a world where computers have become as common as pencil and paper.
The school ensures that the students are given good training in the field of computers both theoretically and practically. In order to prepare the students to face the challenges of the emerging times, the school has made computer education compulsory for all the classes from I to XII. The school has 4 dedicated computer laboratories for its students. Computer applications, Coding, Artificial Intelligence and Software development are the major aspects dealt with. The school takes care each year to review and update the hardware and software technologies to meet the challenges of the ever changing technological world and to help to keep the students up to date with the latest advancement in the computer domain. Students of classes XI and XII can opt for Computer Science or Informatics Practices as an optional subject, which helps them to bolster their existing computer knowledge and pave a path for the right career ahead. The school has also joined the bandwagon for promotion of Open Source Software and installed Linux and various other OSS to promote the same among students and teachers.
Our School’s Composite Science Lab embodies our unwavering commitment to academic brilliance and innovation. Designed to inspire curiosity and foster hands-on learning, the lab integrates cutting edge equipment for physics, chemistry and biology, enabling students to explore complex concepts with precision and creativity, the vision behind establishing this advanced facility is to cultivate a deep scientific acumen, preparing students for a future of intellectual exploration. By providing an immersive experiential learning environment, the lab empowers students to connect theory with practice, igniting a passion for discovering and shaping future pioneers in science.
The Physics, Chemistry, and Biology Laboratories are state-of-the-art spaces that bring scientific concepts to life through hands-on experimentation and discovery. The Physics Lab allows students to explore the principles of motion, energy, and forces, fostering a deeper understanding of the physical world around them. The Chemistry Lab is designed to ignite curiosity in the study of matter, chemical reactions, and the building blocks of substances, providing an environment for safe and exciting experiments. In the Biology Lab, students delve into the complexities of life, from the microscopic world of cells to the vast diversity of ecosystems. Each lab is equipped with modern tools and safety features, creating an inspiring space where students can connect theory with real-world applications and develop a passion for scientific inquiry. These laboratories play a vital role in cultivating critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills, empowering students to excel in their scientific endeavours.
Together, these labs create an inspiring environment where students can connect theoretical knowledge with real-world applications, preparing them to think critically, innovate, and excel in the sciences.
The school also has a Mathematics Laboratory which makes the learning of Mathematics more purposeful, integrated and pragmatic. Students and teachers not only use the models available in the lab, but also prepare their own models and designs so that the interest and aptitude in the study and performance in Mathematics could be improved. It helps to clear the concepts and increase the practical competence of students in Mathematics.
The Library occupies a very important place in school. With its books suited to the interests and aptitude of students of different age group, with its magazines, periodicals, newspapers and with its calm and tranquil atmosphere, it has a special call to the students who go there and quench their thirst for reading the material which cannot be provided to them in the class room. Here, they find an environment which is conducive to the building up of habit of self-learning. The library is the centre of the intellectual and social activities of school. Library is the student's key to information storehouse. Keeping this point in view, the school library has been designed and developed carefully to accumulate the wealth of knowledge so that it can:
1. Impact positively on the academic achievement of the students. Students can perform better during examination by reading various books.
2. Facilitate the work of the classroom teaching and ensure each student has equitable access to resources, irrespective of home opportunities or constraints.
3. Equip students with the skills necessary to succeed in a constantly changing technological, social and economic environment.
4. Collaborate with classroom teaching to plan, implement and evaluate inquiry-based programs that will ensure students acquire skills to collect, critically analyse and organize information, problem-solve and communicate their findings.
5. Cater to differences in learning and teaching styles through the provision of, and equality of access to, a wide range of curriculum resources – fiction and non-fiction, digital, print, audio and video.
The school library presently has more than twenty-five thousand books and magazines carefully handpicked to impart best of knowledge to the students. The school subscribes all the major magazines, journals and newspapers useful for the students. The knowledge storehouse is updated periodically to ensure that the purpose is fulfilled.
The e-Library for students is also made available within the Library to keep up with the pace of the every changing scenarios in the present world. The e-Library houses an elaborate database of e-books and journals for ready reference.
The school stresses on imparting quality education to the students studying here. The curriculum and syallbus followed is strictly in accordance with the C.B.S.E. and N.C.E.R.T. The salient features of Scholastic Education are:
The curriculumof the school is designed to be comprehensive, balanced, and student-centric, focusing on holistic development as envisaged by the CBSE. It emphasizes academic excellence while integrating co-curricular activities, life skills, and value education. The methodology combines traditional and modern teaching approaches, including interactive lectures, project-based learning, and experiential activities. School use a structured assessment system with continuous and comprehensive evaluation (CCE) to monitor progress. Technology is integrated through smart classrooms and digital tools to enhance learning. The curriculum also promotes critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving, preparing students for competitive exams and real-world challenges while fostering ethical and social values..
The school implements National Education Policy 2020 with a vision to develop good human beings – capable of rational thought and action, possessing compassion and empathy, courage and resilience, scientific temper and creative imagination with sound ethical values. The NEP 2020 lays a particular emphasis on the development of the creative potential of each individual, in all its richness and complexity. It is based on the principle that education must develop not only cognitive skills - both ‘foundational skills’ of literacy and numeracy and ‘higher order’ cognitive skills such as critical thinking and problem solving - but also social and emotional skills. The foundational pillars of this policy are access, equity, quality, affordability and accountability. The curricular and pedagogical structure as guided by NEP is designed as 5+3+3+4, consisting of the Foundational, Preparatory, Middle, and High School stages respectively.
To develop a full-proof time table to negate the effect of loss of periods due to holidays etc, a unique system has been adopted in the school. The school follows a Day-wise Time Table. The entire session is divided into packets and each packet has five days. Each Day is the basic building block of the packet and is derived chronologically from the first working day of the session which is Day-1. Subsequently all weekdays (working days only) except Saturdays are marked as DAY-2, DAY-3, DAY-4 and DAY-5. The same cycle is repeated till all the working days are covered. A bunch of 5 Days creates a packet. A packet can hence cover more than a week as the Packet System only addresses working days. The benefit from this system is that the children do not lose out on a specific day's course if it happens to be a holiday, as it is shifted to the next working day. This ensures optimum number of periods for the students thereby imparting equity and equality.
Teaching methods are the strategies and techniques educators use to facilitate learning and engage students effectively. Traditional methods like lectures and direct instruction provide foundational knowledge, while interactive approaches such as group discussions, debates, and hands-on activities encourage critical thinking and collaboration. Technology-enhanced methods, including multimedia presentations and Smart Classes, cater to diverse learning styles and make lessons more dynamic. Project-based and experiential learning connect theory to real-world applications, fostering deeper understanding. Effective teaching methods adapt to students’ abilities, interests, and the subject matter, creating an engaging, supportive, and productive learning environment..
Value education is an essential component of holistic education, aiming to instil ethical, moral, and social values in students. In today’s rapidly changing world, where academic excellence often takes precedence, the inclusion of value education in schools ensures that students develop not only intellectually but also emotionally and socially.
Value education is not limited to a specific subject but is integrated into the curriculum, classroom activities, and school culture. It is an investment in the future, ensuring that students grow into compassionate, responsible, and socially conscious adults. We strive to champion value education, creating a legacy of values that transcends generations.
Discipline is an integral part of education, serving as the foundation for academic success and personal growth. It instills self-control, responsibility, and respect for rules, creating a structured environment conducive to learning. Through discipline, students develop time management skills, focus, and the ability to prioritize tasks, which are essential for achieving their goals. It also fosters respect for teachers, peers, and the learning process, promoting a positive and collaborative classroom atmosphere. Beyond academics, discipline shapes character, teaching students to make ethical decisions and face challenges with resilience. Ultimately, discipline prepares students for lifelong success, both personally and professionally.
"Lord, grant me the strength to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference."
In modern day Education, Development of co-scholastic aspects of the personality such as Life Skills, Attitudes and Values, participation and achievement in Co-Curricular activities as well as Health and Physical Education need to be considered. For the purpose, the school provides the following facilities:
Physical education is an integral part of any system of education since a sound mind can be developed only in a sound body. Sports and games take their rightful place in the lives of students at this School, where they seek high-level competition and recreation at the same time. This also teaches them the qualities of self-control, self-esteem and leadership and develops the characteristics of a true team player and sportsperson, attributes that will be of value later in life. A special curriculum has been drawn up by the Physical Education Department, which makes it possible for every student to participate and excel in any particular discipline of Sports/Games of his/her choice.
Art plays a vital role in our daily life. A country, a community and a society becomes great by its art and culture. Our tradition, view, costume, living style or choice whatever we think - in all spheres, an aesthetic sense is hidden behind it. We believe that art is the essence of our pure life; It should be implemented from school level? The Art Education Department has developed a board based curriculum in the disciplines of Sketching, Drawing, Water Colour/Oil painting, Glass painting, Ceramic Painting, Textile/Graphic/Creative designing etc.
The idea employed for Visual Arts also applies for the Performing Arts i.e. Music & Dance. Music is an integral part of the fabric of our society itself. With a strong, sequential curriculum that includes music, children develop their abilities to make, create, and respond to music. This is a pattern of success that is supported by a fast-growing collection of data from educational researchers-but it's also a pattern of success that is familiar to generations of parents and to generations of music teachers. Under the performing Arts, students can opt for Music (Vocal/Instrumental) or dance.
The House system aims at fostering a spirit of cooperation, unity and healthy competition for the integral growth of the students. For the purpose, all the students are equally grouped into four different Houses. Each house has a Motto and it is the duty of the students to serve their respective houses and contribute towards its glory. Inter House competitions are organized in all events at the Senior and Junior levels. Extra curricular activities of a varied nature are conducted house-wise to promote a harmonious development of the students. The Club system at St. Francis Hr Sec School, Bilaspur epitomized the school’s commitment to nurturing holistic growth and fostering essential values in students. With diverse clubs such as, Social Welfare, Cultural, Discipline, Science, Language, Sports, Eco, Red Cross, and Health. These clubs undertake meticulously curated activities aligned with their core ethos, marked by specific tags that inspire a sense of identity and purpose. From innovative initiatives to year-round adornment of display board with insightful content, the clubs offer a platform for creativity, teamwork and leadership.
Display Boards serve as a medium of expression and hence are an essential part of school activities. The school has four display boards for each of the four houses and Class Board for All Classes. Periodically a theme is provided to each of the four houses as well the classes and with keen interest and competitive spirit students decorate these boards with theme-based information. These are evaluated and points are awarded to the respective houses or classes based on the quality of content as well as the amount of hard work the students have put in. Each year, all the classes are assigned the responsibility of conducting the Morning Assembly sequentially. It is the duty of each designated class to prepare the pledge, Thought for the Day, Categorized News, Information on the day’s Theme, in addition to the Prayer and the National Anthem. The performance of each of the classes is recorded and at the end of each year, the best performers are awarded for their efforts.
The school also has a dedicated and trained school band to ornament various occasions of celebrations. The school band is an integral part of the educational experience, offering students a unique opportunity to develop musical skills, foster teamwork, and build confidence. It serves as a platform for creative expression and cultural enrichment, bringing together students from diverse backgrounds to create harmony both musically and socially. This writeup explores the significance of the school band, its benefits, challenges, and its impact on students' overall development.
The school band is more than just an extracurricular activity; it is a microcosm of collaboration and discipline. It typically consists of wind, brass, percussion, and sometimes string instruments, depending on the type of band. The band performs at school events, competitions, and community gatherings, showcasing the talent and hard work of its members. It also plays a vital role in fostering school spirit and pride.
Admissions are Closed for Classes Pre-Nursery and Nursery. There is no vacancy in Classes KG-1 to Class-VIII. For Class-IX, Registration Forms (ONLY GIRLS) will be availlable from 20-03-2025 to 26-03-2025. Entrance Examination will be on 27-03-2025.
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St. Francis Higher Secondary School
Ameri Road, Ring Road 2,
Bilaspur (C.G.)
PIN: 495001
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