My early years in St Xavier’s School
Summary
In the early 1970s, St Xavier's School in Kathmandu was renowned as Nepal's top boys' school, blending diverse social backgrounds and fostering lifelong friendships amid its structured academic routine and sports activities.
Key Points
- St Xavier’s School, founded by American Jesuits in 1951, was considered the best boys' school in Nepal by the early 1970s.
- The school had two wings: a junior boarding school in Godavari and a day and boarding school in Jawalakhel.
- Students came from diverse ethnic backgrounds, mostly Bahun, Chhetri, and Newa, with limited representation from other groups.
- The school routine included assembly, structured classes, and sports, fostering a disciplined habit of study among students.
- Children formed long-lasting friendships and enjoyed extracurricular activities like football and various sports competitions.
