St. George's College, Agra
St. George's College, Agra stands as one of India's most historical convent schools, boasting a rich legacy that spans generations. With origins tracing back to 1875, this esteemed institution was initially established to cater to the educational needs of the British Armed Forces in Agra. Over time, its scope broadened, welcoming students from both military and civilian backgrounds. The college's roots can be traced even further back to the late 1840s, when Father Joseph Rooney, an Irish priest from Navan, set up a school that eventually evolved into this remarkable establishment.
Enshrined with Minority Rights according to Article 30 of the Indian Constitution, St. George's College is a Minority Anglo-Indian Christian Institution. Its prominent location adjacent to Mall Road and near Targhar adds to its accessibility. Encompassing a sprawling 40-acre campus, equivalent to around 160,000 square meters, the college offers a spacious environment for academic pursuits.
The institution's sterling reputation is further evident in its student body, affectionately referred to as Georgians within the city. Accredited by the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) board for 10th-grade education and the Indian School Certificate board for 12th-grade education, the college ensures high-quality academic standards.
St. George's College, Agra, truly embodies the essence of heritage and education, fostering a legacy that has transcended time and circumstance.
Headmasters and principals
St. George's College | |
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Location | |
India | |
Coordinates | 27°09′57″N 78°00′57″E |
Information | |
Type | Christian Minority Institution |
Motto | Press Onwards |
Founded | 1875 |
School board | ISC (Class XII), ICSE (Class X) |
Authority | Diocese of Agra, Church of North India (CNI) |
Staff | 100+ |
Number of students | 3500+ |
Campus size | 40 acres (160,000 m2) approx. |
Campus type | Urban |
Houses | Saunders(Red) Westcott(Blue) Robinson (Green) Clifford (Yellow) |
Website | stgeorgesagra |
Headmasters
- Edward W. Maylor (1875 - 1882)
- G. H. Johnson (1888 - 1894)
- Rev. L. F. Philips (1895 - 1910)
- S.T. Rollo (1895 - 1910)
- Rev. Ben Colton (1911 - 1912)
- Rev. F. H. Smith (1913 - 1915)
- Norman H. Tubby (1916 - 1919)
- Rev. N. Rose Burnett (1920 - 1923)
- H. A. Phillips (1924 - 1926)
Principals
- T. D. Ayo (1926 - 1933)
- Capt. M. C. Ellis (1933 - 1934)
- E. C. Ellis (1943 – 1946)
- Maj. M. C. Ellis (1946 – 1947)
- I. Montes (1947 – 1948)
- Richard Stephen Law (1949 - 1970)
- B. Roberts (1970 - 1972)
- A. R. David (1973 - 1979)
- I. V. Phillips (1980 - 1992)
- J. S. Jeremiah (1992-2022)
- Akshay R.S Jeremiah (2022-Present)
References
External links
- Official Website Archived 22 April 2013 at the Wayback Machine
- Offcial Youtube Channel
- Offcial Facebook Page