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Clubs Cultural and Language, Academic and Intellectual, Leadership and Professional
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
European Standard School (ESS) is an English-medium school in Bangladesh delivering the Cambridge curriculum from Play Group through A-Levels. The school operates six campuses in Dhaka, including Junior, Middle, and Senior divisions on Dhanmondi, as well as campuses in Mirpur and Wari, with age-appropriate facilities and teaching spaces. ESS follows Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels, and holds official British Council approval to conduct O Level and A Level examinations on-site, including practical and theory components. Academic sessions run from July to June, and the school reports achievement in these examinations. The curriculum emphasizes knowledge, skills, and behaviour to prepare lifelong, globally minded learners, complemented by a strong careers program. Facilities feature up-to-date ICT, purpose-built spaces for practical subjects, and a virtual learning environment that extends learning beyond the classroom. Extracurriculars include the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, a debating club, Maths Olympiad, and cultural activities like Pitha Uthshob, supporting development.
European Standard School has 1,050 pupils, instruction in English.
Location
ESS operates across five campuses in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The Junior Campus is at House 66, Road 7/A, Dhanmondi R/A, Dhaka-1209; the Middle Campus is at 59/B, Road 12/A, Dhanmondi R/A, Dhaka-1209; the Senior Campus is at House 72, Road 12/A, Dhanmondi R/A, Dhaka-1209. The Mirpur Campus is at House No 15 C/A, Block F, Avenue 1, Section 2, Mirpur; the Wari Campus is at House 31/D, Rankin Street, Wari. The main facility for examinations and activities is House 84/1 (5th Floor), Road 7/A, Satmasjid Road, Dhaka.
Stages
Play Group to A-Level (Cambridge curriculum; English-medium).
Additional learning support
Individual needs are catered for; a Student Support Officer is available throughout the day.
Country affiliation
Bangladesh
School day structure
School days run Sunday to Thursday, 7:30 am to 3:00 pm; Friday and Saturday are closed.
Diving Deeper
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Fees
Application fees
- No public application or one-off admission fee amount is published in the school's publicly available admission materials for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. To confirm the exact application/admission charge you will be required to pay, contact the school's admission office by phone or email.
Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school does not publish a class-by-class, per-term or per-year tuition schedule in its available public materials for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. Exact tuition amounts are set and issued directly by the school's Accounts/Admissions Office and vary by year group and campus. Obtain the specific term and annual tuition figures for each year group from the Accounts/Admissions Office.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The academic session runs July to June. Mid-session intake is offered around December subject to seat availability. - Billing schedule (term dates, number of instalments, due dates) and formal payment terms (late-payment penalties, reinstatement rules, or holds) are managed by the school's Accounts Office and are not published in the school's publicly available admission materials. Payment is completed at the Accounts Office as part of the admission formalities; upon payment a unique account code is issued for the student.
Boarding fees (if applicable)
- No boarding or residential fee schedule is published in the school's public materials; the school's public information does not indicate boarding provisions for day-to-day students. If boarding is required or offered at any campus, fees and terms will be provided directly by the school's Accounts/Administration office.
Other costs and fees
- Uniforms, transport (school bus), extracurricular activity fees, exam entry/registration fees, books and consumables, and other ancillary charges are not listed with amounts in the school's publicly available admission materials. Cambridge/ examination-related charges for O/A Level entries (practical and theory) apply when students are registered for external Cambridge exams; the school coordinates exam registration and the corresponding exam fees will be billed separately. Exact amounts for uniforms, transport, exam entries, stationery, field trips, optional activities, or other one-off charges are provided by the Accounts Office.
Refund information
- No published refund or cancellation policy (for application deposits, tuition paid in advance, or other fees) is available in the school's publicly accessible admission materials for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. Refund eligibility, pro‑rata credits, and the conditions under which any payment may be refunded are determined by the school and provided in their formal billing/fee policy at the time of enrolment.
Fee payment options
- The school's public admission materials do not list specific payment channels (for example: bank transfer, credit/debit card, online payment portal, cash or cheque) or any service/transaction fees for card payments. The Accounts Office issues invoices and handles payment processing as part of admission formalities; accepted payment methods and any convenience charges are provided directly by the Accounts Office.
How to obtain a complete, current fee schedule
- To obtain definitive, campus-specific figures (application fee, per-term and per-year tuition by year group, boarding if any, ancillary charges, billing schedule, refund policy and accepted payment methods) contact the school's Admissions/Accounts team using the published phone number or email. The school provides admission and accounts assistance by phone and email during office hours. Contact details: Admission Helpline +8801321201967; email admission.ess@gmail.com.
Summary of search for 2026/27 (and 2025/26 if 2026/27 not published)
- No public fee schedule or downloadable fee document for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years is available in the school's publicly accessible admission materials. All fee amounts, billing schedules, refund conditions and payment options are issued directly by the school's Accounts/Admissions Office on enrolment or upon request. For precise numeric values and official, dated fee schedules, contact the Admissions/Accounts Office at the phone number or email above.
Academics
European Standard School teaches Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
European Standard School (ESS) is an English-medium school in Bangladesh. ESS provides education based on the Cambridge curriculum from Play Group to A-Level, with academic sessions from July to June. ESS has official British Council approval to conduct O Level and A Level examinations on-site, including practical and theory components. The school emphasizes high achievement through excellent teaching, with a strong careers program to guide students toward future study or employment. ESS pursues excellence in academic knowledge, skills, and behaviour, aiming to prepare students as lifelong, globally-minded learners.
Higher Education Progression
Students are guided to transition successfully from school to employment, apprenticeships, and further education and training through a strong careers program. Leaver statistics are very high, with close to 100% of students selecting appropriate future steps. Students are regularly exposed to international leading universities, businesses, and organizations.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions
Admissions
1) Admission Notice: Admission is open for the academic session July to June. ESS offers classes from Playgroup to A Level and follows the Cambridge Curriculum. Admissions are generally open throughout the year depending on seat availability, with additional opportunities through special admission fairs that may offer tuition waivers and are announced in advance. Mid-session admissions are considered around December, subject to seat availability.
2) Eligibility Criteria: Playgroup applicants must be between 3 years 6 months and 4 years old at the time of admission. For all other classes, successful completion of the previous class is required. A photocopy of the report card from the last attended institution must be submitted, except for Playgroup. These criteria ensure proper placement.
3) Application Procedure 1: Visit the school office during office hours, Saturday to Thursday from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The visit initiates the admissions process and allows staff to provide guidance. Staff will outline the next steps and confirm eligibility. This initial contact begins the formal review of the applicant.
4) Application Procedure 2: Collect the admission form from the Admin Officer. The form collects essential information about the candidate and family. Staff can answer questions about completing the form. The form serves as the first official document in the admission process.
5) Application Procedure 3 (Playgroup): For Playgroup, an interview will be scheduled. The interview assesses readiness for early years and how the child may fit within the ESS environment. The interview is scheduled after submission of the admission form. The interview outcome contributes to the admission decision.
6) Application Procedure 4 (Classes above Playgroup): Admission tests are arranged for classes above Playgroup to assess academic readiness. Tests cover Bengali, English, and Mathematics. From Standard 8 onward, the test content is tailored according to the chosen group: Science, Commerce, or Humanities. The test results inform the admissions decision.
7) Application Procedure 5: After a successful interview or test, proceed to the Accounts Office to complete admission formalities. The Accounts Office handles the required payments and enrollment documentation. They will provide instructions on the fees, payment methods, and the timelines for completion. This step finalizes the enrollment paperwork.
8) Application Procedure 6: Upon payment, a unique account code will be issued that serves as the student's ID in ESS. The account code is used for school records and access to student information. The code should be kept for future reference and administrative purposes.
School Events
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FAQs
Where is the European Standard School Junior Campus located?
The Junior Campus is at House 66, Road 7/A, Dhanmondi R/A, Dhaka-1209. ESS operates five campuses in Dhaka (Junior, Middle and Senior in Dhanmondi, plus Mirpur and Wari), with the main examination and activity facility on Satmasjid Road.
What age range and curriculum does ESS serve?
ESS welcomes students from age 3 to 18, from Play Group to A-Level. It uses the Cambridge Curriculum and is an English-medium school.
Is ESS a co-educational school and how many campuses does it have?
Yes, ESS is co-educational and currently operates five campuses in Dhaka (plus a central examination facility on Satmasjid Road) offering Cambridge curriculum from Play Group to A Level.
Are tuition fees and admission costs published publicly?
Public materials do not publish exact tuition or admission fees; precise amounts are issued directly by the Account/Admissions Office when you enrol. To obtain definitive figures, contact the Admission Helpline or email the admissions team.
What is the ESS admissions process and who is eligible?
Admissions run July to June with a mid-session intake around December subject to seat availability. Playgroup applicants must be 3 years 6 months to 4 years old; other classes require completion of the previous class and an admission test in Bengali, English and Mathematics.
Is there a mid-year intake or opportunities for tuition waivers?
Mid-session intake is offered around December if seats are available. Special admission fairs may offer tuition waivers, but there is no publicly listed general scholarship program.
What curriculum is taught at ESS and what is the language of instruction?
ESS follows the Cambridge Curriculum from Play Group to A Level, and it is an English-medium school.
Can students sit Cambridge O-Level and A-Level exams on campus?
Yes. ESS has British Council approval to conduct O-Level and A-Level examinations on-site, including both practical and theory components, at the campus facility on Satmasjid Road.
How does ESS support higher education and career paths for students?
ESS emphasizes a strong careers program to guide students toward higher education and employment, with leaver statistics described as very high and exposure to international universities, businesses and organizations.
What facilities support academics and ICT at ESS?
ESS provides classrooms, laboratories, libraries, and up-to-date ICT facilities, with a virtual learning environment to access resources beyond the classroom.
Where are the Cambridge exam facilities located?
O- and A-Level examinations are conducted at House 84/1 (5th Floor), Road 7/A, Satmasjid Road, Dhaka, with British Council approval.
Do ESS facilities include sports and arts spaces?
Yes, ESS has vibrant sports facilities and arts facilities to support extracurricular activities.
What extracurricular activities and clubs are available at ESS?
ESS offers activities such as the Math Olympiad, the ESS Debating Club, and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award; cultural events include the Pitha Uthshob and Prefect Elections.
How are student leadership opportunities structured at ESS?
Prefect Elections provide leadership roles for students, while the Debating Club enhances public speaking and critical thinking; the Duke of Edinburgh's Award also fosters personal development.
Are there cultural or arts events as part of ESS?
Yes. Arts are part of the program, and cultural events such as Pitha Uthshob are highlighted; the ESS Journal covers culture and events.
What wellbeing and pastoral support is available for students?
ESS provides a Student Support Officer and emphasises pastoral care and mental wellbeing support to help students address needs and reach their potential.
Is there explicit information about SEN or EAL support at ESS?
The school notes that individual needs are catered for and there is a Student Support Officer, but explicit SEN or EAL details are not published.
How is safeguarding addressed at ESS?
Safeguarding details are not specified in the available information.
Is ESS a boarding school or a day school?
ESS operates as a day school across its Dhaka campuses; there is no publicly indicated boarding provision.
What is the daily schedule and weekly structure at ESS?
School days run Sunday to Thursday from 7:30 am to 3:00 pm; Friday and Saturday are closed.
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