Lewis English School was established in the year 1975. It is run by a registered educational society. It was the first English medium school in Mirik valley. The aim and objective of the school was to educate the boys and girls in English medium and to prepare them for for their future life and to become good and an aware citizens of the country. With this aim the school was upgraded every year and became a full fledged high school in the year 1985. It was recognized by the government of West Bengal and was affiliated to the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examination, (ICSE), New Delhi in the year 1986. In the history of Mirik,Lewis English School became the first and only ICSE school. The school has been producing very good results in the ICSE examination every year. The products of Lewis English School are found in many parts of the coubtry and in foreign countries as well.
Lewis English School is Co- educational school in Mirik. It is affiliated to the Council for Indian School Certificate Examination. Lewis School is committed to build on tradition and prepare global leaders with characters and be well equipped to face the challenges of future with confidence and enthusiasm.
Lewis English School aims to provide a liberal and diverse environment for students that nurtures creativity and helps them realise their full potential. School aims to engender a culture of continuous lifelong learning through the development of curricula and innovative pedagogy.
Lewis English School is located on a running spur overlooking the idyllic lake, which lies to the southern hills of Darjeeling. Surrounded by towering pine trees and lush green tea gardens. Mirik provides an ideal ambience for education and learning. The location of the school is in itself most secular in that.
There are many activities which helps in keeping the children engaged in to set up sportsmanship. Such as Football, Volleyball, Badminton, Table Tennis, Quiz, Elocution.
Admission to Class XI Humanities is open.