Public High School Dharan

Dharan Public High School, located on Chatara Line in Dharan Sub-metropolitan City-12, Sunsari, Nepal, stands as a shining example of excellence among community (public) schools in eastern Nepal. Established on 23 Shrawan 2003 BS, though some sources trace its roots even earlier to 1947 as a longstanding institution in the region, the school has grown from humble beginnings: a modest building, a handful of teachers, and a small group of students into a model educational hub serving thousands of students from nursery to Grade 12.

Under visionary leadership, including former principal Lekhnath Bhattarai and current principal Dr. Indra Mohan Jha, the school has shattered stereotypes about community institutions by delivering high-quality, forward-thinking education. It offers instruction in English medium up to Grade 10 and provides diverse streams at the secondary level, including science, management, humanities, education, and notably skilled technical programs such as hotel management, computer science, beautician and hairdressing, and electrical engineering, making it a pioneer in practical, job-oriented learning among public schools.

The school's commitment to holistic development is evident in its impressive academic results and innovative approaches. In the 2082 BS SEE examinations, it achieved an outstanding 91.91% pass rate, securing the top position in Sunsari district. At the Class 12 level, it recorded a 74.56% regular pass rate in the technical stream, demonstrating its success in preparing students not just for exams but for real-world challenges. 

Beyond academics, Dharan Public High School emphasizes life skills, cultural values, and inclusivity. It integrates practical training through labs, on-the-job experiences, compulsory library sessions to foster reading, motivational classes, meditation, sports, dance, robotics, elocution, public speaking, and Nepal Scouts programs. The school creates a microcosm of society by welcoming students from diverse backgrounds; workers, farmers, businessmen, government employees, and families across income levels.

With around 190 dedicated teachers and staff, modern facilities like computer and electrical labs, school buses, and a strong focus on discipline and security, Dharan Public High School continues to set new benchmarks. It produces well-rounded graduates, including notable alumni in fields like music, public service, athletics, and medicine, who carry forward the school's ethos of education as a tool for personal and societal transformation.