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Glenrich International School Uttara

Bangladesh, Dhaka

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees BDT 562,888 - 673,453
Ages Not listed
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages French
Strengths STEM, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Arts and Creative
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Glenrich International School Uttara offers Cambridge secondary education with Cambridge IGCSE, hosted on Uttara campuses: Senior campus Plot ED-01, Road 1, Sector 15, Uttara Model Town, Dhaka, and Junior campus Plot 4, Road 13, Sector 6, Uttara Model Town, Dhaka. The Uttara campus originated as DPS STS School Dhaka and transitioned to Glenrich in August 2024 during Glen Fest, following a partnership with International School Services to elevate international standards. The program embeds Robotics powered by STEMROBO and a Math Lab (Math Buddy) within the curriculum, alongside a French language program in collaboration with Alliance Française de Dhaka. A Music program ABRSM-accredited with certified teachers includes London curriculum certification. The campus features Smart Classrooms, a Montessori Lab, and an indoor skating rink, plus a CCTV-enabled transport service, a Parent Mobile App, and a Parents' Lounge. Sporting facilities include basketball, swimming, football, and an indoor gym. Extra-curricular offerings include Robotics, Math Lab, French, and Music as core activities. The school emphasizes connectivity, safety, and an international learning experience for students. It serves local and international families.

Senior campus: Plot ED-01, Road 1, Sector 15, Uttara Model Town, Dhaka-1230; Junior campus: Plot 4, Road 13, Sector 6, Uttara Model Town, Dhaka-1230

The Essentials

Glenrich International School Uttara has instruction in English.

Location
The Uttara Senior campus is Plot ED-01, Road 1, Sector 15, Uttara Model Town, Dhaka-1230. The Uttara Junior campus is Plot 4, Road 13, Sector 6, Uttara Model Town, Dhaka-1230. The school day runs Sunday to Thursday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Stages
Play Group; Nursery; KG1; KG2; Grade 1 to Grade 11.

Country affiliation
Bangladesh

School day structure
Sunday–Thursday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; Saturday 9:00 AM–1:00 PM.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform: The school uniform is not yet delivered. Students may wear a white-polo T-shirt with blue/black track pants or a house polo-T shirt with white shoes.

Food Options
Glenrich Cafeteria provides meals for students. A dedicated team of 30+ food and beverage professionals delivers nutritious meals daily, including leadership such as a Chief Operating Officer for Food & Beverage, a Nutritionist, and an Executive Chef. Download the latest menu.

House System
The school uses a house system; students wear a house polo-T shirt as part of the uniform.

Governance and Ownership
Glenrich International School Uttara is an educational initiative of the STS Group.
Fees

Annual tuition at Glenrich International School Uttara ranges from BDT 562,888 to BDT 673,453 for 2026/27.

Application & Admission Fees

- Application form (non-refundable): BDT 2,500.
- One-time Admission (registration) fee by entry year/group:
- Play Group, Nursery, KG1, KG2, Grades 1–8: BDT 250,000 (one-time).
- Grade 9: BDT 100,000 (one-time).
- Grade 10: BDT 100,000 (one-time).
- Grade 11: BDT 75,000 (one-time).
- Grade 12: BDT 75,000 (one-time).

Tuition (Academic) Fees — Yearly and Instalment Amounts

For each year group the school publishes a yearly academic fee and a corresponding instalment amount (Play Group–Grade 9 paid in 4 equal instalments; Grades 10–12 paid in 3 equal instalments). Amounts shown are academic fees in BDT:

- Play Group — Yearly: BDT 241,266; Instalment: BDT 60,317.
- Nursery — Yearly: BDT 241,266; Instalment: BDT 60,317.
- KG1 — Yearly: BDT 251,211; Instalment: BDT 62,803.
- KG2 — Yearly: BDT 251,211; Instalment: BDT 62,803.
- Grade 1 — Yearly: BDT 266,589; Instalment: BDT 66,647.
- Grade 2 — Yearly: BDT 266,589; Instalment: BDT 66,647.
- Grade 3 — Yearly: BDT 281,124; Instalment: BDT 70,281.
- Grade 4 — Yearly: BDT 281,124; Instalment: BDT 70,281.
- Grade 5 — Yearly: BDT 307,792; Instalment: BDT 76,948.
- Grade 6 — Yearly: BDT 317,881; Instalment: BDT 79,470.
- Grade 7 — Yearly: BDT 317,881; Instalment: BDT 79,470.
- Grade 8 — Yearly: BDT 351,831; Instalment: BDT 87,958.
- Grade 9 — Yearly: BDT 355,048; Instalment: BDT 88,762.
- Grade 10 — Yearly: BDT 355,057; Instalment: BDT 118,352.
- Grade 11 — Yearly: BDT 392,274; Instalment: BDT 130,758.
- Grade 12 — Yearly: BDT 392,274; Instalment: BDT 130,758.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Instalment structure:
- Play Group through Grade 9: 4 equal instalments.
- Grade 10 through Grade 12: 3 equal instalments.
- Example instalment due dates given in the published schedule (for the academic session shown): 1st instalment due 15 July; 2nd instalment due 15 October; 3rd instalment due 15 January; 4th instalment due 15 April. Late payment penalties apply (see below).
- Early-payment discount: A 3.5% discount applies to the total annual academic fee when the full annual fee is paid by the stated early-payment date.
- VAT: Applicable VAT is charged on fees in accordance with government regulations.

Transport (School Bus) Fees and VAT

Transport fees are shown by route as annual amounts; VAT @ 15% is charged and per-instalment breakdowns are provided for students when using instalments:

- Uttara (all sectors) — Transport annual fee: BDT 62,280; VAT: BDT 9,342. Instalment breakdown: Play Group–Grade 9 BDT 17,906 per instalment; Grade 10–12 BDT 23,874 per instalment.
- Gulshan, Banani, Dhanmondi, Mirpur, Baridhara (DOHS) — Transport annual fee: BDT 104,280; VAT: BDT 15,642. Instalment breakdown: Play Group–Grade 9 BDT 29,981; Grade 10–12 BDT 39,974.
- Bashundhara route — Transport annual fee: BDT 86,280; VAT: BDT 12,942. Instalment breakdown: Play Group–Grade 9 BDT 24,806; Grade 10–12 BDT 33,074.

Other costs and recurring charges

- VAT is chargeable on applicable fees as required by law.
- Uniform, textbooks, examination entries (external examination/board fees), extracurricular program fees and meal plans may incur additional charges; specific amounts for these items are not listed in the academic fee table above and are handled separately. (Transport and the admission-related charges above are included in the schedule.)

Late payment penalties

- A late fee of BDT 1,000 is charged if an instalment is paid within one month after the due date. If payment is made after that one-month grace period, an additional BDT 500 is charged for each week of delay. This late-fee policy applies to every instalment.

Refunds and cancellation

- There is no provision to refund any school fees once paid; the school's published policy states that paid fees are non-refundable under any circumstances. Parents/legal guardians are required to accept that fees already paid are not refundable.

Boarding / Residential Fees

- No boarding or residential fee is listed in the published fee schedule for this campus; boarding is not a charged item in the published schedule.

Fee payment options and bank details

- Online payment is available through the school's parent/student portal. Bank transfer/payment details for both Junior and Senior sections are published, with named accounts and account numbers at commercial banks for direct payment. Cash, bank draft or pay order are also accepted for admission payments where indicated. Specific bank accounts published for payment include the school's accounts at Shahjalal Islami Bank PLC and Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC (separate account numbers for Junior and Senior sections). For account names, numbers and branch details use the published payment instructions when making a transfer.

Contact for accounts queries

- A dedicated accounts contact email is provided for fee queries.

(End of fee details.)
Academics

Glenrich International School Uttara teaches Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE.

Curriculum
The school offers a Robotics Program embedded in the curriculum and powered by STEMROBO. The school offers a French Language Program in collaboration with Alliance Française de Dhaka. The school offers a Math Lab powered by Math Buddy. The school offers a Music Program ABRSM accredited by certified teachers. The school has an indoor Skating Rink, the first of its kind in Bangladesh.

Exam Results
Five Bangladeshi students named world's top scorers in IGCSE maths.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has Bangladesh's first Playground Activity Curriculum among Cambridge Schools. The curriculum integrates Fundamental Movement Skills (FMS) and Lifelong Involvement in Sports and Physical Activity (LISPA). The school has activities that help students develop coordination, resilience, and teamwork, while also fostering emotional and social development. Themes such as oceans, jungles, castles, and outer space rotate each year to keep students engaged. Launch events bring together leadership, staff, parents and students to support holistic growth.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school is English-medium.

Mental Wellbeing
The Playground Activity Curriculum emphasizes movement and play as pathways to emotional and social development. It is built on Glenrich's School of Life philosophy, which focuses on holistic growth beyond traditional classroom learning. The Real Meaning of Family Time advocates bonding and emotional support as a core part of the school community. Through play-based activities, students develop coordination, resilience, and teamwork, supporting mental wellbeing.
Parent Experience

History
The Uttara campus originated as DPS STS School Dhaka, offering a regional education experience. In August 2024, it transitioned to Glenrich International School Uttara during Glen Fest, marking a move toward international standards. The transformation was undertaken with a partnership with ISS (International School Services) to enhance international education standards. Programs introduced include Curriculum Embedded Robotics by STEMROBO, a Math Lab powered by Math Buddy, ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music), and a London curriculum with certification for Music, along with French language courses in collaboration with Alliance Française. The upgraded campus aims to provide global-standard facilities and an international learning experience.

Community
Glen Fest Uttara 2024 celebrated the transition to Glenrich International School Uttara with students, teachers, parents, and sponsors participating in games, music, puppets, and stalls. The school also hosts events such as GlenXplore Day to celebrate campus transformation, and has featured activities like Glenrich Rock Fest 3.0 at the Senior School football ground. Other community events include the GIS Got Singers '24 vocal competition and STEAM Carnival activities, highlighting student talents and innovative learning. These events demonstrate an active, event-rich school community across Glenrich Uttara.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Glenrich Uttara has a dedicated Parent Relations Executives team that serves as the single point of contact for parent inquiries. The team includes Hafiza Rahman (Parent Relations Executive – Playgroup to Grade 4), Sadia Afrin (Parent Relations Executive – Grade 5 to Grade 8), and Nudrat Sanjida Khalid (Parent Relations Executive – Grade 9 to Grade 12). Their contact details (phone numbers and emails) are provided for parent communication, with operating hours from 8:15 am to 4:00 pm. Parents may also contact subject teachers, class teachers, grade coordinators, and the head of the school for queries, and these can be escalated to the Parent Relations Executives if needed. The aim is to address parent concerns quickly and to streamline the overall parent experience.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Uttara campus features a Smart Classroom and a Montessori Lab to support modern teaching and discovery-based learning. It includes a Soft Play Area for younger learners and a School Transport Service equipped with CCTV surveillance and vehicle trackers. Sports facilities encompass a basketball court, swimming, a football court, and an indoor gym. A Parent Mobile App provides communications with the school, and a Parents' Lounge is available on campus for parents. The facilities emphasize connectivity, safety, and student-centered learning.

Sports Facilities
The Uttara campus has dedicated sports facilities including basketball, swimming, a football court, and an indoor gym. Students participate in physical education and team-based activities in these spaces. The facilities support fitness, coordination, and teamwork in a supervised environment.

Academic Facilities
Smart Classrooms are equipped with interactive panels and Wi‑Fi. A Montessori Lab supports discovery-based learning. A Math Lab is powered by Math Buddy. A Robotics Program is embedded in the curriculum and powered by STEMROBO. A French Language Program is offered in collaboration with Alliance Française de Dhaka. A Music Program is ABRSM-accredited with certified teachers.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school provides a Robotics Program curriculum embedded with STEMROBO. The French Language Program is in collaboration with Alliance Française de Dhaka. The Math Lab offers hands-on learning through Math Buddy. The Music Program is ABRSM-accredited with certified teachers. An indoor skating rink provides a unique recreation option for students.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Robotics Program powered by STEMROBO. Math Lab powered by Math Buddy.

Arts & Creative
Music Program is ABRSM accredited by certified teachers.

Cultural & Language
French Language Program in collaboration with Alliance Francaise De Dhaka.

Leadership & Professional
The Principal is Dr. Amlan K. Saha. He has over 27 years of experience in education.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
An indoor skating rink is available at the Uttara campus, the first of its kind in Bangladesh. Bangladesh's first Playground Activity Curriculum among Cambridge Schools is implemented for pre-primary learners in a theme-based learning space.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches in English. A French language program is offered in collaboration with Alliance Francaise De Dhaka. The French program is part of Glenrich Uttara's curriculum.
School Events
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