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Academia School Campuses

Bangladesh, Dhaka

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 3000
Opened 2002
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Typical class size 15
Strengths STEM, Sport, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Academia School operates across 12 campuses in Dhaka, with Lalmatia as main campus, offering a footprint that supports learning close to families. Established in 2002, the school pursues a holistic and enriching educational experience. The curriculum combines Pearson Edexcel IGCSE and Cambridge IGCSE with Cambridge A Levels, delivering a structured pathway from early secondary to pre-university studies. The academic program emphasizes practical science and technology education within both Edexcel and Cambridge frameworks. The school provides well-equipped laboratories (chemistry, physics, biology, and computer labs) and libraries to support independent research and collaborative projects. The student experience extends beyond the classroom through a range of clubs and societies, including Debate and Public Speaking, Astronomy, and Art. A partnership with parents and the wider community anchors the school's approach to learning, fostering open communication and supportive involvement in students' academic and personal growth. This campus network supports hands-on study and collaboration across campuses.

House 6/10, Block-F, Lalmatia, Dhaka-1207, Bangladesh

The Essentials

Academia School Campuses has 3,000 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.

Location

The school has multiple campuses across Dhaka, Bangladesh. The Academia Main Campus is located in Lalmatia, Dhaka. The school is an English-medium school.

Country affiliation

Bangladesh
Diving Deeper

House System

House system is used across campuses. Each campus lists its house designation (examples: Academia Main Campus: House 6/10, Block-F; Lalmatia Campus: House 6/10, Block-F; Dhanmondi Campus: House 33, Road 9/A; Uttara Campus: House 71, Road 12, Sector 14).

Governance and Ownership

The school is governed by a Managing Director (Md. Kutub Uddin) and a Principal (Mrs. Sarwat Zeb), with an Academic Advisor and multiple Advisors.
Fees
Application fees

- A dedicated form in the school payment system lists "Admission Fee" / "Registration" as a payable payment type, indicating a one‑time admission/registration charge is collected at enrolment. The school's published fee documents contain the exact admission/application amount for each class, but the numeric values for the 2026/27 (and 2025/26) session could not be retrieved from the public fee document during this session.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per academic year)

- The school maintains a class‑by‑class fee schedule listing tuition charges by year group and by term/session. The payment form on the school system includes session selections for 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, confirming that a detailed tuition schedule exists for those sessions. The exact per‑term and per‑year numeric amounts for individual year groups (Playgroup through A‑Levels) were not retrievable from the published fee document during this session and therefore are not included here.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Due date: Fees are due by the 15th day of the current month. If the 15th falls on a scheduled holiday, fees must be paid before that date.
- Late payment penalties: If monthly fees are paid after the 15th of the current month, a late payment fine of Tk. 500 plus VAT is applied. If fees are paid in the next calendar month, a late payment fine of Tk. 1,000 plus VAT is applied.
- Collection frequency: The school requires that the school fees of two months be paid together (fees of two months together are to be paid in every alternate month). Advance tuition is requested by the 15th of each month.
- Adjustment and refunds: Payments are not refundable; however, payments are adjustable against other payments owed to the school (i.e., non‑refundable but adjustable). Extra charges incurred through an online payment gateway are borne by the parent/student.

Boarding fees (if applicable)

- Academia operates multiple urban day campuses and is listed as a day school; the school does not publish boarding/hostel services or boarding charges for its Dhaka campuses. Therefore boarding fees are not applicable for the listed campuses.

Other costs and recurring / one‑off charges

- The school's payment options and payment form explicitly include other fee categories that parents are charged separately, such as: Caution Money, Year Book, ID Card, Transport, Registration, Exam/Registration, and Miscellaneous Fees. Uniform and book list documents are also maintained for parents, which indicates uniform and textbook costs apply as additional charges. Specific numeric amounts for uniform, books, transport, exam registration, and similar ancillary costs were not retrievable from the publicly listed fee document during this session.

Refund information

- Payments are not refundable; payments may be adjusted against other outstanding payments owed to the school. Parents should note that gateway/transaction charges are payable by the payer and are non‑refundable by the school.

Fee payment options and bank details

- Mobile wallets and mobile banking: OK Wallet, bKash (Pay Bill → Educational Institution → ACADEMIA), Nagad (Bill Pay → ACADEMIA / 1037), and Rocket/Nexus (Bill Pay → Other → ACADEMIA / 2728) are accepted; for mobile payments parents must provide the STUDENT ID as the payment reference.
- Card payments: Visa and MasterCard payments are accepted through the school's online payment interface. The school's payment form supports selection of Payment Type, Session, Campus and Student ID when making card payments.
- Bank transfer / deposit: The school accepts bank deposits/transfers to the following accounts (accounts shown as published by the school):
- DBBL A/C # 258.120.0000013 (Mohammadpur Branch).
- UCBL A/C # 0842301000000168 (Dhanmondi Branch).
- Bank Asia A/C # 06236000004 (Lalmatia Branch).
- Campus accounts & support: Accounts offices are available at multiple campus locations (listed with local contact numbers) to assist with payments or enquiries; online payments require entering the Student ID so the payment is correctly posted.

Practical notes for parents (administrative practice)

- When making any online/mobile payment always supply the student's Student ID and check that the student name, campus and class match before confirming the transaction. Online gateway fees are passed to the payer. Bi‑monthly collection arrangements (two months' fees together) mean parents should plan around alternating two‑month payments and the 15th due date.

Brief summary of data availability (important)

- The school publishes a detailed School Fees document that sets out exact numeric tuition and one‑time charges by class and session (including for 2025/26 and 2026/27 sessions). During this retrieval the underlying School Fees document was not accessible for extraction, so exact numeric amounts (per term / per year for each year group and the one‑time admission/application numeric amounts) could not be retrieved and therefore are not included above. The payment methods, billing rules (due date, late fines, bi‑monthly collection), non‑refund but adjustment policy, accepted payment channels (OK Wallet, bKash, Nagad, Rocket, Visa/MasterCard) and the bank account numbers are published and are reported above.
Academics

Academia School Campuses teaches Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels.

Curriculum

Edexcel & Cambridge curriculum.

Exam Results

Best Grades in IGCSE & A-Level exams.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

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Special Educational Needs (SEN)

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English as an Additional Language (EAL)

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Mental Wellbeing

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Safeguarding

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Parent Experience

History

Academia was established in 2002 in Dhaka with a vision of providing a holistic and enriching educational experience. The school aims to nurture young minds, foster a love for learning, and prepare students for a successful future. It pursues academic excellence through a rigorous and comprehensive curriculum designed to challenge and engage students at every level. The philosophy emphasizes holistic development: intellectual, emotional, physical, and social well-being; ethical values; lifelong learning; and partnership with parents and the wider community. This partnership involves parents in their child's education and fosters open communication and collaboration.

Community

Academia's community is active and inclusive, centered on meaningful partnerships with families and the wider community. The school offers a range of clubs and organizations, including Sports Club, Cultural Club, Debate and Public Speaking Club, Community Service Club, Art Club, and Astronomy Club, to help students explore talents beyond the classroom. The Community Service Club promotes social responsibility through volunteer work and charitable events, while cultural and debate activities provide platforms for expression and critical thinking. These activities complement academics and foster engagement with the broader community.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

The school operates across 12 campuses in Dhaka: Lalmatia (Main Campus); Dhanmondi; Uttara; Malibagh; Adabor; Kamalapur; Mirpur; Gulshan; Wari; Banasree; Nikunja; and Bosila. The campuses provide on-site facilities to support daily learning, with a focus on practical and hands-on study. The school maintains well-equipped facilities including laboratories and libraries to support student study. The academic program follows Edexcel and Cambridge curricula, reinforcing practical science and technology education.

Academic Facilities

The school has well-equipped laboratory facilities. The following labs are available: Chemistry Lab is equipped with safety apparatus, chemicals, glassware and instruments to demonstrate chemical experiments and teach fundamental concepts of chemistry; Physics Lab is equipped with apparatus, instruments, and measurement tools to conduct experiments and investigate principles of physics such as mechanics, electricity and magnetism; Computer Lab is equipped with computers, software and programming tools to develop practical software skills; Biology Lab is also available.

Extra Curricular Facilities

The school offers clubs and organizations, including Sports Club (soccer, basketball, cricket); Cultural Club (traditional dance, music, drama); Debate and Public Speaking Club; Community Service Club; Art Club; Astronomy Club.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Debate and Public Speaking Club provides a platform for lively discussions, debates, and speeches to enhance oratory skills. The Astronomy Club fosters curiosity about space science and scientific inquiry. These clubs help students develop research, critical thinking, and presentation abilities through activities and competitions.

Arts & Creative

Art Club provides a platform for students to express creativity and develop artistic skills. Cultural Club promotes appreciation of culture and traditions, including traditional dance, music, and drama, with opportunities to perform and showcase talent.

Cultural & Language

Cultural Club promotes appreciation of culture and traditions, including traditional dance, music, and drama, with opportunities to perform and showcase talent.

Social & Hobbies

Sports Club promotes physical fitness and teamwork. Students participate in friendly matches and competitive events in soccer, basketball, and cricket. The club encourages social interaction and healthy hobbies beyond academics.

Community & Service

Community Service Club provides opportunities for volunteer work and charitable events, fostering social responsibility and service-minded attitudes. Students organize and participate in community projects to make a positive impact.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Sports Club supports physical health and wellbeing through regular activity, teamwork, and athletic participation.
Languages

Language Provision

English is the language of instruction. Academia is an English Medium School offering education from Play group to A Levels. It follows the Edexcel and Cambridge curriculum.
Admissions

Admissions

1. The school has Lalmatia Main Campus and twelve additional campuses across Dhaka: Dhanmondi, Uttara, Malibagh, Adabor, Kamalapur, Mirpur, Gulshan, Wari, Banasree, Nikunja, and Bosila. Lalmatia serves as the main campus. Each campus has its own address and contact details for enrollment inquiries, and Google Maps links are provided to locate each campus. Families should select the campus that is most convenient and contact that campus directly for enrollment information. 2. Access admission materials: There is a downloadable admission form and guidelines for admission available, and a sample question for admission is provided to help applicants prepare. These resources explain the steps and requirements of the enrollment process. 3. Planning resources: A Book List, Subject Choice options, School Uniform details, and School Fees information are provided to help families prepare for enrollment. These resources support planning for curriculum, attire, and costs. 4. Campus inquiries: Each campus page lists dedicated contact details (email and phone) and Google Map locations to facilitate direct communication and campus visits.
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