Burn Hall Srinagar facts for kids

Burn Hall Srinagar or Burn Hall School Srinagar is a well-known school in Srinagar, Kashmir. It's a public school that teaches in the English style.

What is Burn Hall School?

Burn Hall School Srinagar is a famous school located in Srinagar, the capital city of Jammu and Kashmir. It follows an English-style education system, which means it teaches subjects and uses methods similar to schools in England. It's a "public school," which in India often means a private, fee-paying school.

How Did Burn Hall School Start?

The school first opened its doors in the early 1930s. It was started by British missionaries in a place called Baramula, which is not far from Srinagar. Missionaries are people who travel to different places to share their beliefs and often set up schools or hospitals to help local communities.

The School's Journey and Division

A big change happened in 1947 when India and Pakistan became independent countries from British rule. This event, known as the Partition, also led to the school dividing into two parts.

• The original Burn Hall School moved from Baramula to Srinagar. This is the school that still exists today in Srinagar.
• Another branch of the school had opened in Abbottabad, which became part of Pakistan. After the Partition, the Pakistan Army took over this school. It is now known as Army Burn Hall College.

So, from one original school, two separate schools grew, each with its own history and location!