Academics Facilities
“At our Academy, the well-equipped facilities nurture creativity and empowerment, reminding me that the stage belongs to all who dare to turn imagination into reality.”
Progga Adiba Islam
Grade 10, AKA Dhaka
What Facilities Are Available?
AKA Dhaka features:
- Age and subject-appropriate classrooms
- Lush green Maidan for sports
- Well-equipped science and computer laboratories
- Library and resource centres
- Art, music and drama rooms
- Design and technology workshop
- Career counselling facility
- Amphitheatre for outdoor performances and gatherings
- Commons building, which houses the dining hall and an array of spaces for school activities, public lectures and student performances
Academy Wins Gold at the International Design Awards 2023
AKA Dhaka won gold at the International Design Awards (IDA) 2023 for its unique and innovative architecture. It won this award in the Educational Architecture Design / Primary, Elementary & Middle Schools category. According to its entry description, the Academy is described as a skilful “resurrection” of ancient designs, with a “meticulous orchestration” of unique architectural features, including the Maidan and courtyards
In 2017, the Academy was recognised by the World Architecture Festival, winning the best “Future Education Project” award for its design excellence and efforts to make a social impact. Additionally, it received an Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) certification in 2022, making it the first building in Bangladesh to be given this. The certification is awarded to buildings designed to mitigate the effects of climate change.