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Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Bengali
Typical class size 35
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
IHSB is an English‑medium Cambridge school with five campuses in Dhaka and Chattogram, serving ages 2–18. Founded in 1996, it offers the Cambridge Primary Curriculum for Primary and Middle School, Cambridge IGCSE for secondary, and Cambridge A Levels. The school emphasizes life skills, leadership, and community service alongside academic study. The Pre-School through A‑Level pathway runs from toddler to graduation, with Cambridge Primary Checkpoints and progression tests for Years 2–5 to monitor progress. Classrooms across campuses are air‑conditioned and equipped with projectors, while modern computer labs and senior science labs support practical work; a central library provides study spaces. The campuses feature playgrounds, an 8‑a‑side astro turf, a gym, an auditorium and pocket cinema, plus rooftop recreation and sports facilities. A feature is the British Council Young Learner English Centre at Uttara Campus, reinforcing English language development and global confidence. The program balances academics with personal development and leadership opportunities.
General payment terms and concessions - If tuition is paid for the full year in a single payment, a 5% concession is applied to the tuition amount. Newly admitted students must pay the first installment in full regardless of the date of admission.
Uttara — Preschool & Primary (Toddler through Grade 5) — Tuition (yearly and installment options) - Grade groupings and yearly tuition (Tk): - Toddler to Playgroup: Tk. 253,000. - Nursery: Tk. 264,000. - KG‑1: Tk. 286,000. - KG‑2: Tk. 291,500. - Grade 1: Tk. 317,900. - Grade 2: Tk. 323,400. - Grade 3: Tk. 328,900. - Grade 4: Tk. 332,750. - Grade 5: Tk. 337,150. Each listed yearly fee may also be collected as monthly/instalment options shown below. - Payment options (examples shown on fee schedule): - Monthly option shown as 12 monthly payments (monthly amounts vary by grade). - Alternative instalment plan: 11 equal instalments (July–May) with the instalment amounts listed per grade on the schedule. - If the year is paid in full a 5% concession is applied. Newly admitted students pay the first instalment in full.
Uttara — Senior Section (Grades 6–12) — Tuition and boarding - Yearly tuition by year group (Tk): - Grade 6: Tk. 358,050. - Grade 7: Tk. 381,150. - Grade 8: Tk. 398,750. - Grades 9–10: Tk. 400,750. - Grades 11–12: Tk. 360,500. Instalment patterns are offered (monthly equivalents shown as 12x or 11x values, and some senior grades have alternative instalment schedules shown on the schedule). Full‑year payment receives the 5% concession; newly admitted students must pay the first instalment in full. - Boarding (Hostel) — Uttara Senior: - Girls: New‑admission (one‑off) hostel admission fee: Tk. 30,000. Yearly hostel fee: Tk. 150,000; payable in four instalments of Tk. 37,500 each (deadlines shown per instalment). - Boys: New‑admission (one‑off) hostel admission fee: Tk. 50,000. Yearly hostel fee: Tk. 250,000; payable in four instalments of Tk. 62,500 each (deadlines shown per instalment).
Gulshan — Preschool, Primary & Middle — Tuition - Yearly tuition by year group (Tk): - Toddler to Nursery: Tk. 226,050. - KG‑1 to KG‑2: Tk. 237,600. - Grade 1 to Grade 5: Tk. 300,300. - Middle Section (upper primary/middle): Tk. 322,300. - Payment options: monthly 12x amounts are listed per grade, with an 11‑month instalment option (July–May) available on the schedule; full‑year payment receives the 5% concession. Transport and transport admission fees are shown separately.
Chattogram — Preschool, Primary & Senior — Tuition - Yearly tuition by year group (Tk): - Toddler to Nursery: Tk. 150,500. - KG‑1 to KG‑2: Tk. 158,500. - Grade 1 to Grade 5: Tk. 184,000. - Grade 6 to Grade 8: Tk. 197,000. - Grade 9 to Grade 12: Tk. 207,200. - Payment options: monthly 12x amounts shown per grade and an instalment schedule (10‑month option July–April for many year groups and alternate instalment counts for some upper grades). Full‑year payment receives the 5% concession.
Transport fees and charges - General yearly transport service charge (example shown in the schedule): Tk. 60,000 (door‑to‑door service; seats limited and allocated first‑come, first‑served). Transport is payable in four equal instalments of Tk. 15,000 with instalment deadlines on 15 July, 15 October, 15 December and 15 February (dates shown on the schedule). Gulshan transport new‑admission fee (one‑off) is shown as Tk. 10,500. Route plans (examples) include Gulshan–Uttara–Gulshan.
Other costs and fees - Transport new‑admission fees: examples listed (e.g., Gulshan transport new‑admission fee Tk. 10,500). - Uniforms, books, exam fees, extracurricular activity fees and other incidental charges are not itemised in the tuition PDF fee schedule. (Where shown elsewhere these items are typically charged separately at enrolment or through branch channels.)
Billing schedule and payment deadlines (examples shown in the schedule) - Tuition instalment patterns vary by section and grade (12 monthly, 11‑month, 10‑month or other instalment counts are shown depending on section and grade). Specific instalment deadlines for annual items (transport and hostel) are: 1st instalment due 15 July 2026; 2nd instalment due 15 Oct 2026; 3rd instalment due 15 Dec 2026; 4th instalment due 15 Feb 2027. Full‑year payment receives the 5% concession; newly admitted students must pay the first instalment in full.
Refunds and cancellation (summary statement) - No explicit, itemised fee‑refund or cancellation policy text is included in the 2026–27 tuition fee schedule and the admission‑form information provided for the session; no refund table or step‑by‑step refund timeline is presented in those fee documents. Parents should note there is no separate refund schedule shown in the published tuition document and admission page.
Fee payment methods shown or referenced - The admission form fee example cites bKash as a payment method for the form fee. The published schedules show instalment names and deadlines and reference branch payment channels; the schedule also indicates online/branch payment arrangements are used for tuition and ancillary fees. For specific electronic payment channels accepted for tuition and boarding payments, follow the branch payment instructions at enrolment.
Quick notes for parents (presentation format) - Yearly tuition amounts above are shown per year group; the school provides monthly and instalment options (12x, 11x, 10x or other instalment schemes) and a 5% discount for full‑year prepayment. - Transport and hostel are charged separately; new‑admission charges apply to transport and hostel where shown. - Instalment deadlines for yearly items are published (15 July / 15 Oct / 15 Dec / 15 Feb for the 2026–27 schedule).
Academics
International Hope School Bangladesh teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
Under Cambridge International Education, the curriculum emphasizes life skills as much as academic ability, with a focus on community service and leadership. The school offers Pre-School, Primary, Middle School, Cambridge IGCSE, and Cambridge A Level programs. The Cambridge Primary Curriculum is used in Primary and Middle School, with Cambridge Primary Checkpoints and annual progression tests for Years 2–5. Cambridge IGCSE is offered for secondary education, followed by Cambridge A Level. The curriculum promotes critical thinking, leadership, and holistic development through a broad subject range including English, Bangla, Mathematics, Science, Computer Studies, Bangladesh & Global Studies, Art & Music, and Physical Education.
Exam Results
Students excel in Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Level, achieving top grades.
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Admissions
Admissions
Step 1. Admission overview. The school is an English‑medium Cambridge curriculum school with five branches, and the admission process is simple and transparent. Applications are evaluated based on entrance exams. Step 2. Admission form. The admission form can be collected from each branch or accessed online. The online form is submitted to the respective branch, after which the syllabus and the scheduled date for the admission exam are provided. Step 3. Admission date. Admission for the academic year 2025-2026 ongoing. Step 4. Online form and fees. The online admission form can be accessed via the provided link, and the form fee is 1500 BDT, payable via Bkash. Step 5. Age group. Students must meet the minimum age requirement for their respective grade levels. Step 6. Tuition and other fees. The admission fee is a one‑time payment during enrollment, while tuition fees are paid annually in installments; fee structures vary by grade level and branch.
Scholarships
Scholarships at IHSB include a Merit-Based Scholarship Program for Other Schools' Students, offering up to 90% tuition coverage for academically talented students aged 11 to 16. The Scholarship Assessment Process combines a written exam to assess academic proficiency and critical thinking with an interview to evaluate motivation, leadership potential, and suitability for the award. New students may apply for scholarships based on entrance qualifications, academic achievements, or special criteria; existing students may become eligible through academic performance. IHSB follows a rigorous evaluation to select the best pupils. The Scholarship Application Form is available, and results are announced after assessment.
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FAQs
What is the age range International Hope School Bangladesh serves?
IHSB serves students from age 2 to 18, covering Pre-School through Cambridge A Level. The school runs separate sections for Preschool, Primary, Middle, IGCSE, and A Level.
How many branches does IHSB have and where are they located?
IHSB operates five branches in Dhaka and Chattogram: Uttara Preschool & Primary, Uttara Senior, Gulshan Preschool, Gulshan Primary & Middle, and Chattogram Branch. Each campus serves early years through senior secondary, with different sections housed on each site.
What curriculum and school type does IHSB follow?
IHSB follows the Cambridge International Curriculum and teaches in English. It is a co-educational, English‑medium school offering Pre‑School to Cambridge A Level, including Cambridge Primary, IGCSE, and A Level programs.
How do I apply and what is the application form fee?
The application/admission form fee is 1,500 BDT, payable via bkash. You can collect the form from a branch or apply online, and after submission you'll receive the syllabus and admission exam dates.
Is there a discount for paying tuition annually?
Yes. If the full year's tuition is paid in a single payment, a 5% concession applies. Newly admitted students must pay the first installment in full, regardless of admission date.
Are there scholarships available?
Yes, there is a Merit-Based Scholarship Program for students from other schools, offering up to 90% tuition coverage for academically talented students aged 11 to 16. Applications involve a written assessment and an interview to evaluate academic ability and leadership potential, with results announced after the assessment.
How does IHSB perform in Cambridge IGCSE and A Level exams?
Students excel in Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Level, achieving top grades. The school emphasizes critical thinking and holistic development to support high exam performance.
What Cambridge curriculum topics are taught, and what subjects are included?
The curriculum covers English, Bangla, Mathematics, Science, Computer Studies, Bangladesh & Global Studies, Art & Music, and Physical Education. In Middle School Bangla is taught and Bengali is offered in IGCSE; Cambridge Primary Checkpoints track progress for Years 2–5.
Are there language provisions in IGCSE and English language support?
In IGCSE, First Language English and English as a Second Language are available. Bangla is taught in the Middle School, and Bengali is offered in IGCSE.
What facilities can I expect on campus?
Classrooms across branches are air-conditioned and equipped with projectors, and there are dedicated science labs and modern computer labs with high-speed internet. The campus also features a central library on the fourth floor, an 8-a-side astro turf, a basketball court, a gym, an auditorium, a pocket cinema, a rooftop recreation area, and a playground.
Are there boarding facilities?
Yes, Uttara Senior offers on-campus dormitories for girls and boys, with separate facilities. Rooms house 6–8 residents and include personal lockers; a study room and a library are available for dorm residents, plus indoor games and supervised study hours. New admissions incur a hostel fee.
Do branches have libraries and labs?
Yes. Each branch has air-conditioned classrooms with projectors, modern computer labs, and senior laboratories for physics, chemistry, and biology. A central library on the fourth floor supports study and research.
What extracurricular facilities exist?
There is an 800-seat auditorium and a pocket cinema for performances and screenings, plus a rooftop recreation area and a well-equipped playground. The campus also includes a turf for outdoor play and spaces for clubs and activities.
What clubs and activities are offered?
Clubs include Dance, Drama, Music, French, Chinese, Book, Chess, Debate, and Robotics, with both teacher-led and student-led activities. Afterschool clubs run from 4 PM to 6 PM to balance academics with recreation, and there are programs like the NASA Project.
How can students demonstrate leadership at IHSB?
Students can participate in the Student Representative Council elections and lead through clubs, community service projects, and initiatives like HMPRC and the NASA Project. Leadership opportunities are integrated with the Cambridge curriculum.
Are there partnerships or cultural programs?
The British Council Young Learner English Centre operates at the Uttara Campus, supporting English learning and creativity. There are French and Chinese clubs, plus a Cultural Club that organizes events and showcases diversity.
How does IHSB support wellbeing and mental health?
The school promotes holistic growth with social-emotional development through clubs, sports, volunteering, and STEAM initiatives. A Mental Health Club organizes events to raise awareness and promote wellbeing.
What language support is available for students who need it?
IHSB is English-medium, with English instruction as the core. IGCSE offers First Language English and English as a Second Language; Bangla is taught in the Middle School and Bengali in IGCSE.
What is the house system like?
Pupils are grouped into four houses: Saurus, Direwolves, Phoenix, and Hawks. The houses participate in inter-house events, including a football tournament, fostering teamwork and healthy competition.
What about food and meals on campus?
Cafeterias are located on the ground floor (for junior sections and boys) and on the third floor (for boys). Meals are served with televisions for recreation during meals.
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