Admissions
We welcome applications from all exceptional students determined to use their intellect, integrity and commitment to create positive societal change. Find out how to apply below.
Applying to the Aga Khan Academy Dhaka
Admission is competitive and based on merit. The process enables your child to demonstrate their cognitive, literary, mathematical, creative and leadership abilities through assessments and an interview.
We admit the best students, regardless of their families’ ability to pay. For more information, please get in touch.
Who Are We Looking For?
Our students represent a diverse range of economic, cultural, ethnic and religious backgrounds. We look for those who have the ability and motivation to excel academically and who demonstrate leadership in community service and other areas.
The Application Process
Children entering Kindergarten 1 must be three years of age by 1 August of the year of entry.
All prospective students participate in age-appropriate assessment activities designed to understand their school readiness and development in areas such as concepts, communication and motor skills.
Children may enter the nursery section without a strong prior knowledge of either one of the languages of instruction – English or Bangla.
Children entering Grade 1 should have completed at least two years of nursery school and must be six years of age by 31 July of the year of entry.
All prospective students will demonstrate a potential for high academic achievement and show competency in literacy and numeracy.
Each applicant from Grades 1–5 will sit for a standard assessment in logic, English (reading and writing), mathematics and creativity, in some cases. Applicants will also have personal interviews with key members of the Junior School and admissions staff.
Find out more about the Primary Years Programme.
All students applying for a place in the Senior School must have attained high scholastic achievement in their former educational institutions. They must also demonstrate a keen interest and participation in community service projects outside the classroom, wherever possible and/or extracurricular activities such as sporting activities, clubs, arts and music.
Applicants will take a standard assessment test in logic, English, mathematics and problem-solving, and provide past student grade reports and certificates of achievement. They will also have personal interviews with key members of the Senior School and admissions staff.
Find out more about the Middle Years Programme.
Applicants must demonstrate outstanding academic achievement as well as a proven record of civic-mindedness and participation in community projects. For O levels or IGCSE transfers, students must have a minimum B average grade.
Students will take a standardised assessment test in English, mathematics, science and logic as well as an interview with Diploma Programme Coordinator and key members of the Senior School and admissions staff.
We cannot accept new students during the year of the Diploma Programme exam.
Find out more about the Diploma Programme.
