Category: Uttara

Curriculum Overview – Uttara

Glenrich International School Satarkul

Curriculum Overview Curriculum: Cambridge International At Glenrich International School Uttara, we teach the Cambridge Curriculum within an international context that incorporates Bangladeshi culture and ethos, shaping our students into global citizens. Recognized globally for its academic rigor, the Cambridge Curriculum offers a broad and balanced range of subjects, allowing students to pursue their passions while gaining essential skills and qualifications for the 21st century. Spanning from Playgroup to Cambridge A Level, our curriculum explicitly teaches and assesses essential content and skills, emphasizing inquiry, creativity, analytical evaluation, and other competencies needed to thrive in the future. Early Years at Glenrich International School Uttara Year levels: Playgroup, Nursery, KG1 and KG2 Glenrich School Dhaka takes pride in being the pioneer in Bangladesh to introduce the Cambridge Early Years Programme at the Pre-primary level for children between the ages of 2.5 years to 6.5. By seamlessly integrating this curriculum with a rich array of Montessori activities, our students experience optimal intellectual and developmental growth. The Cambridge Early Years is in line with international best practice and research, and in collaboration with pioneers of early education worldwide. The programme builds on these key principles: 1. ExperienceLearning should complement the social and cultural factors (like experiences of home and community) that shape a child’s learning and development. 2. ActiveChildren should be involved in their own learning through well-planned experiences that help them develop competence, agency, emotional attachment and self-worth. 3. BalanceLearning should encourage an appropriate balance of physical, cognitive, language and communications, and social and emotional development. 4. PlayLearning should be age appropriate, play-based and child centred. It should include both child- and adult-led activities. 5. TransitionEarly years education should help children transition successfully to primary school, moving from informal, play-based learning to teaching that is more formal. These key principles are central to Cambridge Early Years approach, and we use them in all Cambridge Early Years settings to get the most out of the programme. Glenrich International School Uttara complements the Cambridge Early Years Programme with enriched offerings in Music, Swimming, Physical Education, Library and Montessori work. Year levels: Cambridge International Primary Program (Grades 1 to 4) At Glenrich International School Uttara, the curriculum is rooted in the Cambridge Primary programme, providing a comprehensive educational experience from Grades 1 to 4 for children from 6.5 – 10.5 years of age. With a strong emphasis on English, Mathematics, Science, and Global Perspectives, students develop essential skills and knowledge while preparing for Cambridge Checkpoint Examinations at the end of Grade 5. Additionally, parallel subjects such as Bangla and Bangladesh Studies, Computer Studies, and additional languages like Hindi and French contribute to a well-rounded education. Co-curricular activities including Physical Education, Music, Art, Chess, and Dance further enrich the students’ learning experience, fostering their holistic development. Year levels: The Cambridge Lower Secondary Curriculum (Grades 5, 6, 7 and 8) In Grades 5 to 8 at Glenrich International School’s Senior campus, we follow the Cambridge Lower Secondary program, catering to students aged 10.5 to 13.5. Like the Primary programme, it emphasizes clear learning objectives, fostering knowledge acquisition and skill development across various subjects. Regular assessments monitor progress, with specialized teachers providing support in a well-resourced environment. Students undergo Cambridge Checkpoint Examinations in English, Mathematics, and Science in Grade 8. Alongside core subjects, we offer Bangla and Bangladesh studies, Computer studies, and additional language options like Hindi and French. Physical Education, Music, Art, Chess, and Dance are integral components of our curriculum, ensuring a holistic education for students. Year levels: The Cambridge Upper Secondary Curriculum (Grades 9 to 12) At Glenrich International School Uttara, we offer the esteemed Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) programme, designed for Grade 9 and 10 students. Crafted by the University of Cambridge, this curriculum emphasizes comprehensive skill development and knowledge acquisition, fostering critical thinking and real-world application. With a wide array of subjects, students can tailor their education to suit their interests and future goals. The assessment system includes exams, tests, and coursework, ensuring a thorough evaluation of students’ abilities. In Grade 8, students begin their IGCSE courses, with core subjects like English, Mathematics, Bengali/French, Bangladesh Studies, and ICT, along with optional subjects such as Additional Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and more. Upon completion, students can transition to the Glenrich School AS and A Level programme in Grades 11 and 12, where they pursue four AS and A Level subjects, with opportunities in Science, Commerce, English Language, Information Technology, and specialist subjects like Law, Psychology, and Art & Design. Our College Counselling Program assists students in applying to universities worldwide, with a track record of placements in leading global institutions. Complementing academics, our secondary co-curricular program offers a diverse range of sporting, cultural, and enrichment activities, including service projects, competitive sports, trips, and events like the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme, Model United Nations Group, and World Scholars Cup, enriching the lives of our students and preparing them for success beyond academics. Parent Engagement We strive to work in full partnership with parents, sharing information, progress and achievements throughout the year to best support children’s learning in school and at home via weekly reports and regular Parent Teacher Meetings. We have three formal PTMs across the school year, however we have an open-door policy and encourage parents to meet teachers frequently with prior appointment to discuss progress and next steps in learning. We encourage all our parents to participate in all the parent engagement activities of the school throughout the year. Speak to our Admission Counsellors to know more Request for an Appointment Request for an Appointment ×

Summer Camp U

Glenrich International School Satarkul

Summer Camp Glenrich Summer Camp 2024 1. Pottery by Clay Station Ceramics has unlimited life and the option to make beautiful pieces of art that are sustainable, fun and creative. The course is designed and conducted by Clay Station, which is an open studio for rejuvenating one’s soul. This is an opportunity for social interaction, creative exploration and simple hands-on play with clay. Sign up for Pottery. It is being offered for the first time at this year’s Glenrich Senior School Summer Camp.   2. Archery Archery builds focus and concentration while being a very fun activity. It is a great way to socialize and strengthen self-confidence to create a goal-oriented mindset among the archers. For the first time, Glenrich School Dhaka is bringing you the activity of archery, and it will be conducted by a national-level archery player from the Bangladesh Archery Foundation. Only this activity of Summer Camp 2024 will cost BDT6,000/-, as the cost of arrows is included. Sign up for this unique activity, which is being offered for the first time at this year’s Summer Camp.   3. Swimming The water is your friend. One does not have to fight with water but just share the same spirit as the creatures of the water, and it will help them become at one with the water. Glenrich School Dhaka’s Olympic-standard swimming pool at the Senior School campus is ready for you, so you can swim countless laps on it and become the athlete that you were meant to be. Our professional swimming coach is ready to make you a master of swimming. Don’t miss the opportunity to cool off in our pool during this sweltering summer.   4. Football by The Growing Up Club Football Activity this year will be run by The Growing Up Club which is a community for children in Bangladesh to explore different activities that promote a healthy lifestyle, creativity and leadership. The aim is to provide a holistic set of programs that will help children live happy, healthy and confident lives, and equip them with the skills needed to survive in this ever changing world. Don’t miss out on playing Football in this year’s Summer Camp, if you want to be the next international football star.   5. Taekwondo Taekwondo is a martial art that originated in Korea and has since become one of the most popular forms of martial arts in the world. It is a full-body workout that combines cardio, strength training, and flexibility. Taekwondo is also a great way to improve self-defense skills. The techniques taught in Taekwondo classes are designed to protect oneself from potential attackers. Sign up for Taekwondo activity, which is back at Summer Camp after a hiatus. Our highly qualified Taekwondo coach will teach you how to be a master. So sign up to be a master.   6. Dance by Renessus Group Football Activity this year will be run by The Growing Up Club which is a community for children in Bangladesh to explore different activities that promote a healthy lifestyle, creativity and leadership. The aim is to provide a holistic set of programs that will help children live happy, healthy and confident lives, and equip them with the skills needed to survive in this ever changing world. Don’t miss out on playing Football in this year’s Summer Camp, if you want to be the next international football star.   7. Basketball In 2024, Glenrich School Dhaka’s Basketball Team “The Mustangs” became the Champions in both boys’ and girls’ categories in the Glenrich Inter-school Basketball Tournament, while beating institutions such as Scholastica, Aga Khan Academy, International Hope School Bangladesh, Rajuk College, and many others. This means Glenrich Mustangs is one of the top school basketball teams in the country currently. If you want to be the next Mustang, then you must sign up for Basketball in the Senior School Summer Camp.   8. Cricket – Coach from CricKingdom Academy by Rohit Sharma This time cricket activity of Glenrich Senior School Summer Camp will be nothing you have seen before. We are bringing a cricket coach from the CricKingdom Academy by Rohit Sharma to coach you in such a way that basic cricketing skills get instilled within you firmly. All you need to do after that is regularly practice the basics, and slowly your cricket career will take off. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get trained by a professional coach from CricKingdom Academy by Rohit Sharma.   9. Life Skills by Don Sumdany A very new Summer Activity is being introduced this year called Life Skills, and it will be taken by celebrity trainer Don Sumdany. The participants of the activity will be taught essential life skills such as public speaking, social skills, social media awareness, managing emotions, money management, time management, being self-starters and self-motivated, how to navigate relationships with family and friends, and many other amazing life skills. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity.   10. Art & Craft Who can express life better than an artist and a craftsman? Let your imagination go wild, and express your thoughts through your drawings, colourings, paintings, sketching, crafting and all associated fun activities. The tools and tricks imparted by our Art and Craft teachers can improve your skills as an artist who draws, sketches and paints on canvas, and can make fun and aesthetic things with their hands. Join our Summer Camp and express your creativity. 11. Debate Are you someone who finds it hard to make friends but aspires to be a leader? Are you an avid reader and learner who wants an avenue to show how diverse your knowledge is? Are you afraid of the stage and the mike? Do you freeze up when someone asks you a question or when you have to speak in front of a group of people? Do you consider yourself a misfit who does not belong in any peer group? In that case, debating is just the right activity for you. Register for the debate

IELTS U

IELTS Welcome To Our IELTS Program Glenrich School Dhaka is the first International School in Bangladesh to design and deliver stand- alone IELTS Training Modules in four Skill areas: Listening, Reading, Speaking and Writing. Students will choose individual modules or the Complete IELTS Package depending on their existing competency level. Modular delivery gives both first-time and repeat candidates the opportunity to enrol in modules that they actually need support for and to complete the program faster as compared to an All-in Delivery model. Each Module is delivered by an Expert instructor with substantial IELTS Teaching experience and a perfect IELTS score in that module. 4 Training Module IELTS – LISTENING​ This course will help you find out all you need to know about the IELTS Listening test and learn techniques to improve your test performance. Our Listening Module expert will assist you in learning the essential concepts and test taking strategies to attain the outstanding score that you deserve. IELTS- SPEAKING​ This course will help you master the essential skills for the IELTS Speaking exam by teaching you the use of correct pronunciation, complex lexical resources, grammatical structures, and the essentials of spontaneous speaking. With the guidance and support of our expert instructor, you will gain the confidence to get a high score in the Speaking Exam. IELTS-READING This course will help you ace one of the most difficult modules in the IELTS Exam. Our reading module expert will break down every type of Reading question and help you in enhancing your reading skills step-by-step. You will learn how to go way beyond skimming and scanning to master more advanced techniques that will allow you to answer all 40 questions with confidence. IELTS-WRITING ESSAY This course has been designed to help you in strategizing about writing an effective response to the challenges posed by the visual elements of Writing Task 1, be it a bar chart, line graph, pie-chart, table, or diagram. Our Writing Visual expert will walk you through a set of steps that when followed properly will help you produce a Task 1 response of impeccable standard under 20 minutes. Writing Task 2 is a comprehensive preparation to help you achieve the band score you need, one of the most critical components of the test. Our Writing Module expert will help you learn key Essay writing skills as well as critical time management skills enabling you to write the perfect essay and get the highest possible band score. IELTS: Regular Programme​ Prepare for the IELTS test and improve your English skills within 6 weeks Glenrich Regular IELTS Preparation Course. BDT. 10000 + 15% VAT IELTS: Crash Programme Prepare for the IELTS test and improve your English skills within 2 weeks Glenrich Crash IELTS Preparation Course. BDT. 8000 + 15% VAT An exciting journey to IELTS Success Plan for IELTS Our IELTS Level Assessment Test will help you decide which of our IELTS Training Modules is best suited for your needs. The test will take only twenty minutes to complete and will assess your ability in all four skill areas — Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking. You can take the Test 24/7, from any smart phone, tablet, or computer. START YOUR TEST Prepare for IELTS You get competitively priced, independently delivered, Stand-alone IELTS Training Modules in four Skill areas: Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing Essay. We also offer Foundation modules (e.g. pre-IELTS) and Enabling Skill Development modules (e.g. Grammar, Reading & Listening Comprehension). All our Training Modules are supplemented by IELTS Exam Simulation Sessions patterned after the actual Test. ENROLL ONLINE Register for IELTS​​ Once you are ready for the Test, just fill-in our IELTS Registration Form and upload scanned copy of your Passport or NID. You are all set for your IELTS Test. As a partner of the British Council, we will ensure that you are able to register for the test at a date, time, and location of your convenience. REGISTER ONLINE

ABRSM – Authentic Music Accreditation U

ABRSM – AUTHENTIC MUSIC ACCREDITATION​ Performing arts constitute a significant part of a child’s learning. Keeping this in view, Glenrich International School Uttara offers its students a plethora of opportunities to excel in performing arts and especially in music. What makes our Music Learning Program unique is our school follows the Associated Board of Royal Schools of Music (UK) syllabus. Our students are trained by highly experienced and talented music teachers in Piano, Guitar and Violin. A world class music syllabus recommended by ABRSM, learned in the world class music studios at Glenrich will pave the way for students to secure a certificate from ABRSM upon a successful attempt of the examination at the end of the course.