International School Dhaka

What International School Dhaka does

International School Dhaka is an independently operated, private, coeducational day school in Dhaka, Bangladesh, founded in 1999. It serves children from early years through Grade 12, primarily local Bangladeshi families, expatriate and diplomatic families in Bangladesh, and employees' families covered through a corporate admissions program. Its core offering is the full International Baccalaureate continuum—PYP, MYP, and DP—alongside a US High School Diploma; students also have access to college counseling, SAT testing, advancement and English-language support, and a broad range of sports, arts, service-learning, robotics, and language programs.

The school operates a single 5.5-acre purpose-built campus and uses ManageBac for IB curriculum and progress management, Seesaw for primary-family communication, Google Workspace for Education, Follett Destiny for library management, and BridgeU for university selection and applications. Specialist offerings include a Carnegie Mellon robotics program and a Barça Academy football program, while the library supports the curriculum with more than 18,000 books in more than five languages and digital research resources. These systems support administration, instruction, and family engagement, but no proprietary school software or AI platform is identified.

ISD's primary revenue source is annual tuition and school fees; tuition rates are not publicly disclosed. Admissions revenue includes a $250 non-refundable application fee, an $8,000 non-refundable admission fee, and a $500 refundable security deposit, with the school year running from August to June. Direct-to-consumer admissions use website inquiries, online applications, campus tours, open houses, and education fairs; the school also offers corporate admissions, scholarships, paid swimming courses, and pool rentals.

Name

International School Dhaka

Legal name

International School Dhaka

Website

https://isdbd.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

International School Dhaka is a private coeducational day school in Dhaka serving local and expatriate families with an IB continuum from early years through Grade 12, a US diploma, college counseling, and sports, arts, robotics, and service programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

International K-12 Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

International Curriculum Early Learning Academies (e.g., IB Early Years) (EDACADAK)

Keywords

• International baccalaureate education
• K-12 international schooling
• IB continuum curriculum
• College preparation programs
• Dual diploma programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Dhaka

HQ country

Bangladesh

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and School Fees: Annual tuition fees charged for educational services covering curriculum delivery, facilities access, extracurricular programs, and school meals.
2. Application Fee: One-time non-refundable application fee of $250 charged per application to cover administrative processing costs.
3. Admission Fee: One-time non-refundable admission fee of $8,000 received upon acceptance to confirm enrollment.
4. Security Deposit: Refundable security deposit of $500 required at enrollment.
5. Swimming Certificate Course: Paid ISD Swimming Certificate Course at 30,000 Taka for 10 classes, open to ISD community including parents and staff.
6. Pool Rental: Private pool rental at 20,000 Taka for 2 hours with additional hours at 8,000 Taka per hour, maximum 25 guests.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

International School Dhaka provides tuition-based international education from Early Years (age 2) through Grade 12, delivering the full IB Continuum — Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme — alongside a US High School Diploma accredited by NEASC. The academic core is extended by College Board SAT testing, college counseling through BridgeU, and partnerships with Carnegie Mellon University for robotics and FC Barcelona's Barça Academy for football. Ancillary paid offerings include an ISD Swim Academy with certification courses and pool rental.

Product overview

International School Dhaka operates as a comprehensive IB World School offering the full International Baccalaureate continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Grades 1-5, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6-10, and Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11-12, alongside a US High School Diploma. The school provides a holistic educational experience combining rigorous academics with extensive co-curricular programs including Carnegie Mellon robotics, Barça Academy football, swim academy, and service learning initiatives. Supporting services include college counseling via BridgeU, the Advancement Centre for learning support, and well-resourced library facilities. The school leverages platforms including ManageBac for curriculum management and Seesaw for parent communication.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Barça Academy: Football academy partnership with FC Barcelona offering training programs for young players aged 6-18
• ISD Hawks

Products and services

• IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) Inquiry-based IB curriculum for Grades 1-5 (ages 6-11) delivered through six transdisciplinary units of inquiry to support holistic child development.
• IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) Five-year IB academic program for Grades 6-10 (ages 11-15) building on the PYP and preparing students for the IB Diploma with emphasis on critical thinking and conceptual learning.
• IB Diploma Programme (DP) Two-year pre-university IB curriculum for Grades 11-12 (ages 16-18) comprising six subject groups and the DP Core (TOK, CAS, Extended Essay), recognized by universities worldwide.
• US High School Diploma American high school graduation credential awarded to ISD students who successfully complete their studies, accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).
• Carnegie Mellon Robotics Programme Robotics programme partnership with Carnegie Mellon University for Grade 1-10 students, covering programming, coding, and computational thinking using Lego and VEX kits, with Carnegie Mellon certification on successful completion.
• Barça Academy Football Programme Official FC Barcelona football academy partnership providing expert Barça-coaching methodology and football training camps for ISD students aged 6-18 (U11, U14, U18).
• College Counseling Services University guidance program for Grades 8-12 using BridgeU software, supporting career exploration, university selection, and applications to institutions worldwide.
• Advancement Centre (Learning Support & EAL) Learning support services including Special Needs support and English as an Additional Language (EAL) programs integrated into the IB curriculum for diverse learner needs.
• ISD Swim Academy Swimming program offering structured stroke skills development, swim teams, water polo, endurance training, and paid ISD Swimming Certificate Courses (30,000 Taka for 10 classes), plus paid pool rental at 20,000 Taka for 2 hours.
• College Board SAT Testing Center On-campus SAT testing center authorized by the College Board, enabling ISD students and other test-takers to take the SAT standardized assessment at the school.
• Early Years Programme Play-based early years education from age 2 (Playgroup) through the PYP Early Years framework, preparing children for entry into the IB Primary Years Programme.
• Corporate Admissions Program Dedicated admissions program for companies offering international educational benefits to employees, with streamlined enrollment processes and potential corporate rates.

Quantifiable outcome

• 88% IB Diploma pass rate (2025), higher than world average
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Integration17 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and supporting.

• Tokyo International University (TIU)minorOthers · 1 January 2025Japanese university that visited ISD for first-ever Japanese university visit. Grade 11 and 12 students explored academic programs, cooperative learning opportunities, and scholarships.
• Kyoto University of Advanced Science (KAUS)minorOthers · 1 January 2025Japanese university that visited ISD introducing students to academic programs and study abroad opportunities in Japan.
• Nagoya University of Commerce & Business (NUCB)minorOthers · 1 January 2025Japanese university that visited ISD Undergrad School showcasing business education programs and scholarship options.
• FC Barcelona (Barça Academy)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2023ISD partners with Barça Academy, the official football school of FC Barcelona, with presence in 34 countries. The partnership aims to grow grassroots football in Bangladesh. Autumn Training Camp launched in June 2023 with sell-out attendance featuring expert coaching from Barça Academy coaches using exceptional ISD sporting facilities. Summer camps offered for U11, U14, and U18 age groups.
• Carnegie Mellon UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerISD partners with Carnegie Mellon University to bring its world-leading research-backed robotics programme to the school. Grade 1-10 students work with experts to learn programming, coding, computational thinking using Lego and VEX kits. Students can participate in robotic school camps and receive Carnegie Mellon certification upon successful completion. This is a unique partnership bringing university-level robotics education to secondary students in Bangladesh.
• It's Humanity Foundation (IHF)supportingOthersCommunity partner for service learning initiatives. Grade 8 students organized donations and fundraising for sanitation construction project at Panchkhola Primary School managed by IHF.
• Sajida FoundationsupportingOthersISD partners with Sajida Foundation to fight malnutrition in Bangladesh. Students participated in planting nutritious vegetables (spinach, tomatoes) to provide fresh food to families, with goal to expand to 250+ families across Bangladesh.
• JAAGO FoundationsupportingOthersCommunity partner for Service Saturdays program supporting educational access for underserved communities.
• SolmaidsupportingOthersCommunity partner for Service Saturdays environmental awareness and clean-up campaigns.
• Rise and Shine Abinta Kabir FoundationsupportingOthersCommunity partner for Service Saturdays supporting children's education and development.
• LEF For LifesupportingOthersCommunity partner for Service Saturdays life skills and education programs.
• Families For ChildrensupportingOthersCommunity partner for Service Saturdays child welfare initiatives.
• United For ChangesupportingOthersCommunity partner for Service Saturdays social engagement programs.
• BANCATsupportingOthersCommunity partner for Service Saturdays educational support initiatives.
• The Duke of Edinburgh's International AwardsupportingOthersStudents participate in Duke of Edinburgh Award program with adventurous journeys including trekking, kayaking, cycling in locations like Nazimgarh Wilderness, Sylhet. Program fosters self-reliance, teamwork, and resilience for Bronze, Silver, or Gold awards.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Woodstock School: Historic IB World School in Mussoorie, India, serving primarily expatriate and South Asian boarding families. Comparable as a regional premium IB continuum school in South Asia, though it operates as a boarding school rather than day school.
• Stonehill International School: IB Continuum day and boarding school in Bangalore, India, serving expatriate and affluent Indian families. Comparable in international curriculum, accreditation profile, and premium positioning in South Asia.
• UWC Mahindra College: UWC (United World Colleges) IB Diploma school in India serving an international student body from across South Asia. Comparable in IB continuum delivery and international community profile, though operates as a residential college.
• Pathways School Noida / Pathways World School: IB Continuum World School in India offering PYP, MYP, and DP to affluent Indian and expatriate families. Comparable international curriculum, dual-credential model, and premium price point in the broader South Asian market.

Emerging players

• Oakridge International School: Network of IB continuum schools across India offering PYP/MYP/DP with international curricula. Comparable in IB programming and international family target segment, though operates multi-site rather than as a single premium campus.

Others

• Council of International Schools (CIS): Accreditation and membership body governing international school standards globally. Not a competitor but a peer ecosystem participant; ISD holds CIS accreditation, and CIS membership defines the competitive landscape and quality bar that ISD's peer group operates within.

Direct peers

• International School of Choueifat – Dhaka: Part of the global ISC-Choueifat network operating in Dhaka, offering an international curriculum to expatriate and Bangladeshi families. Directly comparable in customer base and premium international positioning.
• American International School Dhaka (AISD): Premier co-educational international day school in Dhaka serving expatriate and affluent local families with US and IB-style curricula. Closest direct competitor to ISD in the Bangladeshi premium international school market.
• Singapore International School (Dhaka): International school in Dhaka modeled on Singapore-style curriculum, serving a similar premium expatriate and affluent local demographic competing with ISD for IB/international education enrollment.
• British International School, Dhaka: Leading international school in Dhaka delivering British and IB curricula to a similar expatriate and elite local family demographic. Competes head-to-head with ISD for the same international education premium segment.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@InternationalSchoolDhaka
• Facebookfacebook.com/InternationalSchoolDhaka
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/international-school-dhaka-isd
• Instagraminstagram.com/international_school_dhaka

Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

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