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"What AKS,D gives to its students is much more than just a high school education. It provides the learner a chance to explore his or her individuality an, in doing so, helps an individual to identify with one’s soul. There are too many instances when teachers consider lectures and interaction to be mutually exclusive components of learning. In AKS,D this concept can only be considered a myth as free flows of information are exchanged between the mentors and their students in an energetic yet amiable atmosphere. It is these simple traits that make the AKS,D experience truly priceless."
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Frequently Asked Questions
This page answers general questions about the School, its curriculum, educational philosophy and admission policies.
Questions by category:
General
Admissions
Education
Discipline
GENERAL
Q: Do the children have to be Ismaili to attend the school?
A: No. In fact the School is non-denominational and accepts children from all faiths.
Q: Is transport provided?
A: Yes, the School offers school transport service at an additional monthly charge. To register or to obtain further information, please contact the Administration and Transport Assistant, Mr Faruq Hossan.
Q: Do you have day care facilities?
A: No. There are no plans to provide these facilities.
Q: Is there a minimum age for entry?
A: Children come to the school at the age of three. Admission into the pre-primary programme is based on the child’s ability to converse in both Bangla and English and to demonstrate acceptable social skills during an interview.
Q: Do you have boarding facilities for students?
A: No. The School does not currently offer any boarding facilities. It will offer boarding facilities when it moves to the new Campus around 2008.
ADMISSIONS
Q: How do I obtain an application package?
A: The admission package is available from the Senior Section office during the month of February.
Q: Is there an admission test?
A: Yes. All students applying for Class 1 to Class 12 must successfully complete English, Mathematics and Bengali admission tests.
Q: What are your school fees?
A: The fees are very competitive with other Bangladeshi English medium schools. The current fee structure is available in the admission package. The Aga Khan Education Service reserves the right to review and adjust fees periodically. For more information, visit the Admissions Section.
Q: Do donations assist in the admission process?
A: The admission process is honest and fair. Any attempt to exercise "influence” or make “conditional donations” will be refused. The School has a clear and transparent admission procedure, which is child-centered and merit-based.
EDUCATION
Q: Do you take measures to ensure my child receives a quality education?
A: The School has careful hiring practices in place to screen and identify teachers. It has a vigorous training programme for the teaching staff. Under the teacher performance review programme, the Principal, Vice Principals and Coordinators visit classes informally. Staff are visited formally and receive a written report. The school administration is based on the philosophy of “management by walking around”.
Q: What Examination Board is your curriculum based on?
A: The curriculum is referenced to the Edexcel Board in London, United Kingdom. Find out more
Q: How many subjects does a student need to sit for?
A: At O (Ordinary) level, students must take a minimum of seven subjects in one sitting. This is the prerequisite for entry to the A (Advanced) level programme.
Q: What are your class sizes?
A: The guidelines determine the maximum class size. At the pre-primary level, the School has a maximum of 15 students. At the Kindergarten level, class size is limited to 20 students. Each of these classes has a Teaching Assistant to ensure all children receive individual attention. Between Classes One to Five, sizes are set to 25 students. Presently in the senior section the maximum class size is 30. However, starting in July 2005, senior class size will be reduced to 25 also.
Q: Do you have an extra curricular programme?
A: Yes. The School considers it to be a very significant part of the educational experience. Various sporting activities and clubs allow students to develop leadership and organisational skills.
Q: What are the graduation requirements from Class 12?
A: Students in the GCE A level program must take a minimum of four Advanced Supplementary courses in Year 11. In Class 12, students must sit for a minimum of three advanced courses.
Q: Does your school offer university counseling?
A: Both the Vice-Principal (Student Affairs) and the Principal provide ongoing guidance and assist students with the university application process. The Principal provides all the A level graduates with a personal letter of reference. Recruitment Officers from various universities present workshops at the school to guide students with the university application process.
Q: How many Class 12 students pursue tertiary education?
A: 100% of the graduates pursue a university education. Depending on family income and access to scholarships, the students have gone on to study in Australia, Bangladesh, Canada, Singapore, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and the United States of America. (For more information, visit the Curriculum Section)
Q: Is there a code of conduct for students?
A: Yes. The behaviour policy is rooted in the expectation that all students will be respectful, cooperative and treat each other with dignity.
The School follows a system of progressive discipline and frequently involves parents in strategies to resolve behavioural and social difficulties. This reflects the School’s objective of involving students, parents and teachers as partners in the educational experience.
Q: What would be examples of unacceptable behaviour?
A: Some examples would include students under the influence or in possession of alcohol or non-prescription drugs, actions endangering the physical well-being of fellow students and persistent opposition to authority. Such student behaviour will result in suspension from school.
