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Eligibility Criteria

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Age Criteria

Age Requirements by Grade

Cutoff date for age calculation is January 1, 2026. Students must meet the minimum age by this date.

Cutoff Date: January 1, 2026

Grade Level	Minimum Age	Entry Months
PlayGroup	3 years	JanuaryJuly
Nursery	4 years	JanuaryJuly
Kindergarten	5 years	JanuaryJuly
Class 1	6 years	January
Class 2	7 years	January
Class 3	8 years	January
Class 4	9 years	January
Class 5	10 years	January
Class 6	11 years	January
Class 7	12 years	January
Class 8	13 years	January
Class 9	14 years	January
Class 10	15 years	January

Early Childhood programs offer two entry points: January and July. Primary and Secondary programs admit in January only.

Academic Requirements

Previous Academic Qualifications

Academic prerequisites vary by grade level. Review the requirements for your desired program.

Early Childhood (PlayGroup - KG)

Age appropriate for grade level
Basic toilet training
No previous formal education required
Parent interview required

Assessment: Play-based observation

Primary Education (Class 1-5)

Previous school records (if any)
Basic literacy and numeracy skills
Age-appropriate development
Student and parent interviews

Assessment: Basic skills assessment

Secondary Education (Class 6-10)

Previous grade completion
Academic transcript from previous school
Transfer certificate
Good academic standing

Assessment: Subject-based assessment

Grade-Specific Requirements

Eligibility by Grade Level

Detailed requirements for each educational level at Smart Academy.

Early Childhood Education

Ages 3-5 years

Our early childhood program focuses on play-based learning with Islamic values integration.

PlayGroup

3+ years • Social skills, basic Islamic manners

Nursery

4+ years • Early literacy, numeracy concepts

Kindergarten

5+ years • School readiness, Quran introduction

Primary Education

Ages 6-11 years

Foundation years building strong academic and Islamic character.

Class 1-2

6-7 years • Reading, writing, basic mathematics

Class 3-5

8-10 years • Subject specialization, critical thinking

Secondary Education

Ages 11-16 years

Preparation for board examinations with comprehensive Islamic education.

Class 6-8

11-13 years • Junior secondary, subject depth

Class 9-10

14-15 years • SSC preparation, career guidance

Special Programs

Special Program Eligibility

Additional opportunities for students with specific interests and talents.

Hifz Program

Full-time Quran memorization program

Requirements

Age 8+ years
Ability to read Quran with Tajweed
Parent commitment to support practice
Regular attendance requirement

Duration: 3-4 years typical completion

Assessment: Quran recitation test required

STEAM Program

Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics

Requirements

Available for Class 3+ students
Interest in science and technology
Good academic standing
Participation in extracurricular activities

Transfer Students

Transfer Student Requirements

Special provisions for students transferring from other schools.

Transfer Requirements

Previous school records required
Transfer certificate mandatory
Academic gap should not exceed 1 year
Placement test may be required

Required Documents

Previous school academic transcript
Transfer certificate (TC)
Character certificate
Attendance records

Transfer Process

Submit transfer application
Document verification
Placement assessment
Grade level determination

Admission Process

How to Apply

Follow these steps to complete your admission.

10 mins

Check Eligibility

Review age requirements and academic prerequisites for your desired grade.

1-2 days

Prepare Documents

Gather birth certificate, previous school records, and required documents.

30 mins

Submit Application

Complete the online application form and pay the application fee.

1-2 hours

Entrance Assessment

Attend age-appropriate assessment on your scheduled date.

30 mins

Interview

Meet with our admissions team for student and parent interview.

2 weeks

Admission Offer

Receive admission decision within 2 weeks of assessment.

1 week

Complete Enrollment

Pay fees, submit final documents, and attend orientation.

Important Dates

Admission Timeline 2026

Key dates and deadlines for the admission process.

October 1

Application Opens

Online application portal opens for 2026 admissions

October 1, 2025

November 30

Early Application Deadline

Deadline for early bird applications

November 30, 2025

December 31

Regular Application Deadline

Final deadline for regular applications

December 31, 2025

January 5-15

Entrance Assessments

Scheduled assessments for applicants

January 5-15, 2026

January 20

Interview Schedule

Parent and student interviews

January 20, 2026

February 1

Results Announcement

Admission decisions announced

February 1, 2026

February 15

Enrollment Deadline

Last date to confirm admission

February 15, 2026

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about admission eligibility.

We strictly adhere to age requirements for each grade level. However, in exceptional cases with strong academic readiness, we may consider age waivers. Please contact our admissions office for a case-by-case evaluation.

Mid-year admissions are only available for Early Childhood programs (PlayGroup, Nursery, Kindergarten) in July. Primary and Secondary programs admit students only in January.

Required documents include: Birth Certificate (original + copy), Previous school records/transcripts, Transfer Certificate (for transfer students), Passport size photographs (4 copies), Parents ID proof (NID/Passport), Immunization records, and Medical fitness certificate.

Yes, a non-refundable application fee of BDT 1,000 is required when submitting your application. This fee covers the processing of your application and the entrance assessment.

The assessment varies by grade level. Early Childhood: Play-based observation. Primary: Basic literacy and numeracy skills. Secondary: Subject-based assessment in English, Mathematics, and Science.

Yes, we welcome international students. Additional requirements include valid passport and visa, guardian presence in Bangladesh, English proficiency assessment, and participation in cultural orientation.

Yes, siblings of current students receive priority consideration during the admission process. Please indicate this in your application and provide the current student's information.

We evaluate special needs cases individually. Please submit medical reports and schedule a meeting with our special education coordinator to discuss support services and accommodations.

Have Questions?

Our admissions team is here to help you.

Phone

+880 1234-567890

Email

admissions@mysmart.academy

Office Hours

Sunday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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