St. Xavier's Institute of Education

St. Xavier's Institute of Education
Established 1953 (1953)
Religious affiliation
Jesuit (Catholic)
Academic affiliation
Bombay University
Principal Dr. Sybil Thomas
Students 100
Location 40-A, New Marine Lines
Church Gate, Mumbai
Maharashtra 400020
India
Campus Urban
Website sxie

St. Xavier's Institute of Education is an English-medium, teacher-training college in Mumbai, India, founded in 1953 by the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) in the Catholic church. As a government-subsidized, Minority Institution, it admits 50% Christian Minority students.[1]

History

St. Xavier's Institute of Education was first located at St. Xavier's College, Mumbai, and is the oldest aided, non-government, teacher-training college for the course of B.Ed. It is affiliated to the University of Mumbai and recognized by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). The Bachelor course requires one year and includes an internship programme. From 1955 to 1977 the Institute offered also a Diploma in Education.[2]

In 2014, the teaching staff stood at 8, and its student body at 87 women and 11 men. The library contained over 18,516 volumes plus 924 textbooks, 10 journals, and 254 CDs or videos. There were 31 computers, all with wi-fi access.[1]

Graduates

Xavier has a 100% placement rate.[3] It includes among its graduates a vice chancellor of Mumbai University and heads of education departments.[2]

References

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