Droopnath Ramphul State College
Droopnath Ramphul State College (DRSC) is a state secondary school based in Calebasses, Mauritius. Students are prepared for the School Certificate and the Higher School Certificate.[1] The school derives its name from an eminent judge Droopnath Ramphul.[2][3]
| Droopnath Ramphul State College (DRSC) | |
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| Address | |
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Souvenir, Calebasses Calebasses , | |
| Coordinates | 20.113959°S 57.563052°E |
| Information | |
| School type | Secondary School |
| Motto | To make thinkers out of learners |
| Founded | 1975 |
| School district | Pamplemousses District |
| Principal | Mrs Bhujun |
| Headmaster | Mr Persand |
| Grades | 7-12 |
| Gender | Girls |
| Average class size | 35 |
| Classes offered | Form 1 - Upper 6 |
| Language | English, French, Creole |
| Hours in school day | 6.5 hours |
| Classrooms | 24 |
| Colour(s) | Deep Sky Blue and White |
| Website | edu.gov.mu/dr |
Droopnath Ramphul State college is one of the leading national colleges for girls in Mauritius. This college is known for promoting its students in academics as well as other extra-curricular activities over the years.
History
This state college was built in 1975 and was named in 1980 in honour of late Judge Droopnath Ramphul. Born on the 20 February 1921, Justice Droopnath Ramphul is best remembered and honoured for his indelible, highly esteemed contribution in the field of Education.
Present (2020)
The current rector of the college is Mrs. Sookharee.
References
- "State Secondary Schools". Ministry of Education and Human Resources. Archived from the original on 12 August 2014. Retrieved 29 July 2014.
- "History of DRSC". Droopnath Ramphul State College. Archived from the original on 30 July 2014. Retrieved 29 July 2014.
- "Droopnath Ramphul State College : To make thinkers out of learners". Le Défi Media Group. Archived from the original on 30 July 2014. Retrieved 29 July 2014.