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Oxford International School

Bangladesh, Dhaka

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 1987
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Bengali
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Social and Hobbies, Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Oxford International School in Dhaka operates five campuses in Dhanmondi, Gulshan, Uttara, Banasree and Old Dhaka, delivering Cambridge International Examinations curriculum from playgroup through A Levels. The Cambridge Primary runs KG1–Class 7, with IGCSE/O Level and AS/A Levels available for grades. The school is Cambridge International Examinations registered and a Cambridge English Centre, emphasizing five core competencies: Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity and Conflict Resolution to prepare learners for higher education and opportunities. Facilities include a Learning Resource Center with a large library and digital resources, on-site labs for science, and CAIE-approved Physics, Chemistry and Biology labs. Across campuses there are modern classrooms, a sports and PE space, a Learning Management System, and an on-site cafeteria. The school maintains robust student support, including healthcare, a doctor clinic on the Dhanmondi campus, a counsellor and psychological support. ISO certified in 2022; AI integration in 2023; offers trips, clubs and leadership programs.

The Essentials

Oxford International School has instruction in English.

Location
Oxford International School operates across five campuses in Dhaka: Dhanmondi (Main), Gulshan, Uttara, Banasree, and Old Dhaka. It is an English-medium school offering Cambridge International Examinations.

Stages
Playgroup to A Levels

Country affiliation
United Kingdom (Cambridge International Examinations)
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
School Uniform must be tailored by OIS prescribed Uniform Makers. Details of Uniform making charges are available at the Admission Office.

Food Options
Cafeteria offers healthy and nutritious meals prepared by professional chefs in a clean, hygienic kitchen, with options available to meet different food preferences.

Governance and Ownership
Oxford International School operates across multiple campuses (Dhanmondi Main, Old Dhaka, Banasree, Uttara, Gulshan). It is led by a CEO, Mohammad Abu Kayes Jahadi, and a President, M Shakawat Hossain. It is a Cambridge Assessment International Education centre and provides IELTS registration on campus.
Fees
Application / Registration fees
- Application processing fee: BDT 500 (non‑refundable).
- An Admission Fee is payable at the time a student's admission is confirmed; the school does not publish a single uniform public figure for this Admission Fee. OIS does not charge a separate re‑admission fee each year.

Tuition fees (per year / per term)
- The school does not publish fixed tuition amounts by year group on its public prospectus or admission pages. Tuition and administrative charges for the full academic year are billed in six equal installments (bi‑monthly). Each installment therefore represents one‑sixth of the annual tuition + admin charge. Installment‑1 is invoiced at enrollment and includes charges for books & copies.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Billing rhythm: annual tuition and admin fees are divided into six equal bi‑monthly installments across the academic year (installments due every two months). Installment‑1 is issued at enrollment and includes books & copies charges. Section allocation and class routine are linked to installment payment clearance.
- Payment windows: the school operates in‑house bank payment booths that open several days before each installment deadline (booths typically open 5 days prior and remain available for 7–10 days). Parents may also pay online.

Accepted payment methods and gateways
- Online and electronic payments: Moneybag payment gateway (integrated with OIS/FEMS) is used for online fee payments; electronic methods listed include bKash, Nagad, VISA and MASTERCARD via the school's payment gateway. Parents with online banking access may pay from home using credit/debit cards or mobile wallets through the gateway.
- Bank channels: prescribed bank payment channels are used for installment invoices and the admissions payment process; in‑house bank payment booths are available at campuses.

Boarding / Hostel
- Boarding is not listed as a service or facility; OIS operates multiple day campuses (Dhanmondi, Gulshan, Uttara, Banasree, Old Dhaka) and does not publish boarding/hostel fees. Transport (branded air‑conditioned school buses) is available as a separate service.

Other costs and recurring extras
- Books & Copies: charged on Installment‑1 and payable through the prescribed payment channels; book lists are provided after admission/enrollment.
- Uniform: school uniform must be tailored by OIS‑prescribed uniform makers; uniform charges are handled separately and details are available from the Admissions Office.
- Transport: school transport service is available (air‑conditioned branded buses); transport fees are charged separately but specific route/fee schedules are not published publicly.
- Examination / external exam charges: OIS is an approved Cambridge Assessment (CAIE) exam venue; CAIE exam-related fees (entries, examination fees) are charged to candidates where applicable. Specific exam fee amounts are not published in the public prospectus.
- Scholarships & concessions: merit scholarships (up to 75% tuition in specified circumstances) and financial concessions are offered under the school's terms and conditions; these modify tuition liability where granted.

Refunds and non‑refundable items
- The application processing fee is explicitly non‑refundable. Other refund rules (for Admission Fee, tuition, books, transport, exam fees or similar) are not published as a single public policy in the available prospectus material.

Payment fines, penalties, and payment clearance
- Section allocation and class routine may be contingent on installment payment clearance. Specific late‑payment fines, disciplinary penalties or refund formulas are not provided in the publicly available prospectus.

Summary of key actionable points for parents (facts only):
- Pay a non‑refundable application processing fee of BDT 500 when submitting the application.
- Expect an Admission Fee invoice at the time of confirmed admission; the school issues Installment‑1 at enrollment (this includes book & copy charges). Annual tuition + admin fees are collected as six equal installments every two months.
- Available payment methods include in‑house bank payment booths, prescribed bank channels, and the Moneybag/FEMS online gateway supporting bKash, Nagad and major credit/debit cards.
- Boarding is not applicable; transportation is available for an additional fee (amounts and route pricing are not published).

Note on numeric tuition amounts: the school's publicly available prospectus and admissions materials describe the billing structure, payment methods and a small number of fixed charges (for example the application processing fee), but do not publish numeric tuition fee tables by year group or per‑term amounts in the materials available for 2024–2026. Because the prospectus and admission information are the school's published materials, no per‑year numeric tuition figures are included here unless the school publishes them as part of a fee schedule or invoice.
Academics

Oxford International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels.

Curriculum
Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE) Curriculum is followed from Playgroup to A Level. Cambridge Primary runs from KG 1 to Class 7; Cambridge IGCSE Curriculum (O Level) is offered; and Cambridge Advanced Level Curriculum (AS and A Levels) is provided for the upper grades. The school is registered with Cambridge International Examinations (UK) and adheres to the Cambridge Curriculum. The curriculum emphasizes five core competencies: Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity, and Conflict Resolution. Cambridge qualifications are designed to prepare students for higher education and global opportunities.

Higher Education Progression
Students completing A Levels gain admissions to world-ranking universities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has a Five C's Framework: Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity, and Conflict Resolution.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches in English.
Parent Experience

History
Oxford International School was founded in October 1987 in Lalmatia and began full-time schooling in 1991. It introduced a school management software in 1993 and established a computer lab in 1995. In 2003 the curriculum shifted from Edexcel to Cambridge, and the Dhanmondi Campus opened in 2005 with A Levels added in 2008. The Uttara, Gulshan, and Banasree campuses opened in 2012–2013, followed by EMS integration in 2018, an IELTS registration point in 2019, and the Old Dhaka Campus in 2020. The school celebrated its 35th anniversary in 2021, earned ISO certification in 2022, and began AI integration in 2023.

Community
OIS operates across five campuses—Dhanmondi (Main), Gulshan, Uttara, Banasree, and Old Dhaka—creating a broad school community. The OIS Life program includes extracurricular clubs across Junior, Middle, and Senior levels and features domestic and international trips. Campus pages describe a student-centered, community-focused ethos and emphasize building lifelong learners and responsible global citizens.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Oxford International School operates five campuses in Dhaka: Dhanmondi (Main), Gulshan, Uttara, Banasree, and Old Dhaka. The Learning Resource Center provides a large library with extensive digital resources, supported by librarians and a state-of-the-art Learning Management System. An on-site cafeteria operates across campuses with trained chefs and strict hygiene standards. Air-conditioned transportation is offered from a modern fleet with designed routes and a driver plus helper for student safety. Healthcare is available across campuses, including first-aid boxes, a doctor clinic on the Dhanmondi campus, annual dental and eye checkups, a medical records system, a psychological counsellor, and a special child policy to support learners with additional needs. Cambridge Curriculum is delivered on campus as a Cambridge International Examinations registered school and Cambridge English Centre; CAIE-approved science labs and well-equipped science and computer labs support the academic program.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms across campuses are equipped with modern technology for interactive teaching. There are well-equipped science and computer labs, and CAIE-approved Physics, Chemistry, and Biology labs with up-to-date instruments and safety protocols. The Dhanmondi Campus features a comprehensive library and dedicated spaces for sports and physical education. The Learning Resource Center offers a rich collection of books and digital resources, backed by librarians and a state-of-the-art LMS. The Cambridge Curriculum is delivered on campus, with Cambridge examinations and related on-site preparation available.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Oxford International School offers a broad range of clubs and extracurricular activities, including sports teams, robotics clubs, and debate clubs, along with community service initiatives. Extracurricular activities are organized across Junior, Middle, and Senior School levels (Junior School Clubs, Middle School Clubs, Senior School Clubs). Domestic and international trips are integral to the co-curricular program. A dedicated emphasis on sports and arts is highlighted as part of the holistic educational experience. The school's activities aim to develop leadership, teamwork, and well-rounded personal growth.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
OIS offers Senior School Clubs that include the MUN Club and the Debate Club, developing research, public speaking, and critical thinking. The MUN Club teaches diplomacy, international relations, and the United Nations. Members participate in events, competitions, and exchange programs that broaden academic perspectives.

Arts & Creative
Senior School Cultural Club includes dance, music, recitation, and drama. The Art and Craft Club focuses on crafts like weaving, carving, and pottery. The Photography & Film Club provides opportunities to study theory and to photograph and exhibit work. Junior Orchestra introduces students to different musical instruments.

Cultural & Language
The MUN Club fosters diplomacy, international relations, and understanding of the United Nations. The Cultural Club promotes awareness and appreciation of culture across communities. Members have opportunities to participate in international conferences, cultural events, and exchange programs.

Social & Hobbies
The Senior School Scout Group builds confidence, teamwork, and leadership through outdoor and community activities. The Social Service Club develops group dynamics and coordinates activities in social service. The Photography & Film Club, Art and Craft Club, and Media Club offer collaborative creative activities beyond the classroom.

Community & Service
The Social Service Club creates and enhances a professional identity as prospective social workers and strengthens knowledge of social services. It develops students' skills in group dynamics, leadership, cooperation, and coordinating activities, meetings, and events. It facilitates interaction among students and faculty members in the professional community in the field of social service.

Leadership & Professional
The Business Club provides a platform to practice leadership and entrepreneurial skills. Members network via meetings with internal and external stakeholders and engage with industry leaders. The MUN Club develops research, speaking, and teamwork skills in pursuit of international issues and leadership abilities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Self-defence is very important for the students of this generation. OIS Martial Arts Club takes the students through training and teaches them self-defence, helping to develop self-confidence and a balanced life. It is designed for students from KG 1 to Class 2 of Junior School.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction. Cambridge Primary (KG 1 to Class 7), Cambridge IGCSE (O Level), and Cambridge Advanced Level (AS and A Levels) are offered. An IELTS Registration Point is available for language proficiency certification, and remedial sessions include English language support.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admission Forms: Admission forms can be collected from any campus or from the website. The form must be completed with accurate information. A document checklist is provided with the form to help submit all relevant documents. The documents include two passport photos of the applicant and one photo of each parent; a report card from the previous school (except Play Group and Nursery); a letter of transfer from the previous school; and a photocopy of the birth certificate and passport information page (if available).
2. Admission Test & Interview: An Admission Test will be conducted on the announced date to verify the applicant. A face-to-face interview is conducted only for Play Group & Nursery admissions.
3. Admission Fee Payment: After the applicant is successful in the Admission Test and the admission is confirmed, an Admission Fee Invoice is issued and must be paid through prescribed banking channels.
4. Enrollment Process: Subject allocation for Class 9 and Class 11 is discussed with the Academic Section to select the subjects for O Level and A Level exams. After the allocation, an Installment payment invoice will be prepared, including charges for books and copies, to be paid through prescribed banking channels. Payment of Installment-1 will be updated in OIS EMS and books and copies will be ready for collection from the campuses or prescribed vendors. ID Cards will be issued at the start of the session, and Escort Cards for parents/guardians up to Class-2 are provided.

Scholarships
Merit Scholarship: Up to 75% tuition scholarship may be awarded based on O Level grades and chosen subjects. Concessions: The school offers concessions to support families facing financial hardship, subject to submission of relevant documents and OIS terms and conditions.
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