Sports play an important role in the CBSE learning system because they help children grow physically, mentally, and socially. When students play regularly, they learn discipline, teamwork, resilience, and the value of staying active.

Physical activities also improve focus, confidence, and emotional balance — skills that support better academic performance.

At DPS Fulbari, we follow a simple belief: children grow best when academics and sports go hand in hand. Our aim is to give every student a balanced school life where learning happens both inside and outside the classroom.

Why DPS Fulbari Stands Out in North Bengal

DPS Fulbari offers one of the most complete school sports environments in North Bengal. Students here get access to a wider range of sports, better-trained coaches, and facilities designed for both learning and practice.

The campus includes larger playing fields, dedicated courts, a swimming pool, a shooting range, and an indoor sports arena. This gives students the freedom to explore different sports and find what they enjoy most.

Our sports program is also fully aligned with the CBSE system. Students have regular Physical Education periods, CCE-based sports assessments.

Whether a child is trying a sport for the first time or training for competitions, DPS Fulbari provides the right support. The school is known for helping beginners gain confidence and preparing advanced players for district, state, and national events.

Because of this strong sports culture, DPS Fulbari is often seen as one of the best choices for parents looking for a sports-focused CBSE school in Siliguri and North Bengal.

Sports Offered at DPS Fulbari

Cricket

Cricket builds hand‑eye coordination, concentration, patience and teamwork — great for social skills and physical endurance. Typically suited for children from middle school upwards, but basic practice (throwing, catching) can start earlier. Training focuses on batting, bowling, fielding, and match‑sense development. DPS includes cricket because it remains a beloved sport in India and offers both casual and competitive opportunities.

Football

Football enhances stamina, speed, agility, and coordination, while teaching teamwork, strategic thinking and on‑field communication. Comfortable for a wide range of ages (from primary to high school), with emphasis on ball control, passing, fitness drills, and team play. DPS values football because it promotes fitness, unity, quick reflexes — and allows many students to participate together.

Basketball

Basketball helps improve hand‑eye coordination, agility, reflexes, and teamwork under pressure. It’s often popular among middle and high schoolers, with training focused on dribbling, shooting, defense, and team drills. DPS offers basketball to help students build quick thinking, coordination and enjoy a fast‑paced, engaging sport. 

Lawn Tennis

Tennis develops footwork, reflexes, stamina, focus and strategic thinking. Suitable for children who can manage individual coaching — often from upper primary upward. Training includes serves, volleys, rallies, footwork drills, and match practice. DPS includes tennis to give students an individual‑sport option that builds discipline, focus and resilience.

Volleyball

Volleyball builds team coordination, communication, timing, jumping ability and volleying skills. It suits a wide age range, and training focuses on serving, spiking, setting, defence and team drills. DPS offers volleyball for students who prefer team sports that combine power, agility and cooperation.

Hockey

Hockey teaches endurance, coordination, teamwork, discipline and tactical thinking. Usually offered to students from middle school onwards, with training in basic stick handling, dribbling, passing, field strategy. DPS includes hockey to diversify sports choices beyond mainstream ones and provide a team‑sport with tactical depth.

Swimming

Swimming improves cardiovascular fitness, lung capacity, full‑body strength, flexibility and stamina. Ideal for most age groups once they’re comfortable in water. Training focuses on basic strokes, water safety, endurance, and breathing techniques. DPS values swimming as a life‑skill and a full‑body workout — great for fitness and overall health. The Times of India+1

Kabaddi

Kabaddi builds strength, agility, reflexes, teamwork and strategic thinking. Suitable for students who enjoy a physical, fast-paced sport — typically middle to high school. Training includes basic techniques, team defense/offense drills, physical fitness and reflex training. DPS includes kabaddi to promote Indian traditional sports and encourage strength, stamina and teamwork in a dynamic format.

Shooting

Shooting develops focus, concentration, discipline, precision and calm under pressure. Usually suitable for older students, under supervision. Training would include safety rules, steady posture, aim practice, mental control. DPS offering shooting gives students an opportunity to develop patience, accuracy and a sport that requires mental discipline and composure.

Badminton

Badminton helps build reflexes, coordination, stamina and agility. It’s suitable for a wide age range — from children who can hold a racket, to older students. Training involves serve and return practice, footwork, rallies and match play. DPS offers badminton because it’s accessible, can be played indoors or outdoors, and offers both individual and doubles options.

Chess

Though not a physical sport, chess boosts strategic thinking, concentration, memory, problem‑solving and patience. Suitable for students of all ages. Training involves learning rules, tactics, strategy, logical thinking and competitive play. DPS includes chess for students who prefer mental sports — helping them sharpen minds, decision-making and planning skills. 

Carrom

Carrom develops hand‑eye coordination and concentration while being a relaxed indoor game. Suitable for younger students and those preferring casual gaming. Training focuses on striking technique, aim, strategy, and precision. DPS offers carrom to give children a low‑pressure indoor game option, useful for social play and cognitive skill building.

Table Football

Table football (or foosball) offers quick reflex training, hand‑eye coordination, strategic thinking and friendly competition. It’s suitable for a wide age range. Training is informal — emphasis on coordination, teamwork (if doubles), quick reactions. DPS includes table football as a fun indoor option to encourage play, coordination and social interaction.

Yoga

Yoga helps improve flexibility, balance, posture, mental calm, concentration and stress management. Suitable for primary onward, with age‑appropriate asanas under instructor supervision. Training includes breathing exercises, basic asanas, relaxation, mindfulness. DPS may include yoga to support both physical well‑being and mental balance — offering a gentle, holistic fitness option beyond competitive sports. Yoga at DPS Fulbari

Sports Facilities at DPS Fulbari

DPS Fulbari offers a complete sports infrastructure designed to support skill development, fitness, and safety.

• Outdoor Fields & Courts: Cricket ground, football field, basketball and tennis courts, volleyball area, athletics track, and open training spaces.
  
  
• Specialized Facilities: Swimming pool, shooting range, indoor sports arena, and turf fields for all-weather practice.
  
  
• Equipment & Supervision: High-quality sports gear and trained PE staff ensure effective learning and safe practice.
  
  
• Safety-Focused Design: All facilities are maintained with strict safety standards, giving parents confidence while students train and play.

Coaches & Training Methodology

DPS Fulbari’s sports program is led by a strong team of qualified and experienced coaches who specialise in their respective disciplines. Each trainer brings focused expertise, ensuring students learn the right techniques from the very beginning.

Specialised Faculty Includes:

• Ms. Pranisha Gurung – Physical Education (Hockey)
  
  
• Mr. Ashok Mallick – Physical Education (Football)
  
  
• Mr. Soumajit Saha – Physical Education (Volleyball)
  
  
• Ms. Jayeeta Das – Physical Education (Yoga)
  
  
• Mr. Sagar Roy – Sports Teacher (Table Tennis)
  
  
• Mr. Samiran Roy – Sports Teacher (Football)
  
  
• Mr. Paritosh Purkait – Sports Teacher (Lawn Tennis)
  
  
• Mr. Mithun Biswas – Sports Teacher (Shooting)
  
  
• Mr. Sandeep Dey – Sports Teacher (Cricket)
  
  
• Ms. Shyamali Hazra – Sports Teacher (Swimming)
  
  
• Ms. Nitu Roy – Sports Teacher (Swimming / Lifeguard)
  
  

Age-Appropriate Training:
Younger students learn foundational skills through fun, structured activities, while senior students follow progressive modules that build advanced techniques and match readiness.

Consistent Practice Routines:
Daily and weekly practice sessions help students develop fitness, confidence, coordination, and sport-specific understanding.

Balanced Coaching Approach:
Coaches focus on discipline, teamwork, and enjoyment, making sports both enriching and engaging for every learner.

This structured and supportive coaching environment ensures every student receives proper guidance—whether they are just beginning or preparing for competitive opportunities.

Holistic Development Through Sports

Sports at DPS Fulbari do more than improve physical fitness—they support overall growth in multiple areas:

A. Physical Growth

• Builds strength, stamina, and flexibility
• Enhances motor skills and coordination

B. Mental Resilience

• Teaches students to handle pressure and stay focused
• Improves decision-making and emotional balance

C. Social Intelligence

• Develops teamwork, leadership, and communication skills
• Encourages collaboration and fair play

D. Academic Advantages

• Boosts classroom concentration and memory
• Supports discipline, time-management, and better cognitive function

This approach ensures that students benefit from sports physically, mentally, socially, and academically, making them well-rounded individuals.

Achievements, Tournaments & Student Highlights

• Annual Sports Day: Every year DPS Fulbari organizes a full‑fledged Sports Day (for example, in 2023 the “FAST TRACK IV Annual Sports Day”) — where students from all houses compete in races, team events, and athletic contests, earning medals and trophies for excellence and participation. dpsfulbarisiliguri.com
  
  
• Swimming Competitions: The school recently hosted an Inter‑School Swimming Competition (2024), showcasing its commitment to aquatic sports and giving students real competitive platform. dpsfulbarisiliguri.com
  
  
• Recent Cricket Success: In November 2025, DPS Fulbari’s cricket team won a match in a regional league, beating North Point Residential School by 128 runs — demonstrating active participation in local inter‑school tournaments. CricHeroes+1
  
  
• Inclusive Competitive Culture: Through house‑based sports events, inter‑school meets, and club‑level competitions, DPS Fulbari encourages many students — both beginners and experienced players — to take part, nurturing a culture of healthy competition, teamwork, and sportsmanship. DPS Fulbari Chronicle