Royal Canadian International School Bangladesh (RCISB)

Admission Open for 2025 - 2026 Session

Academics

Curriculum Outline

Royal Canadian International School Bangladesh offers the curriculum of Atlantic Education International (AEI) of New Brunswick Board of Education, Canada.

Early Learning

Our Early learning Education program is designed to provide a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment for children aged 2 to 4 years. At this stage, children are naturally curious and eager to explore the world around them.

The learning environment for all grade levels are safe, inclusive and rich with materials and resources that stimulate curiosity and imagination. All the classrooms are designed child-friendly, and the teachers are nurturing, well-trained professionals who support each child’s individual growth and development.

Play Group and Nursery

The Play Group and Nursery programs are vital stepping stones in a child’s educational journey. The transition of a child from home to school are a time of remarkable growth and discovery. In this Play-based learning period that we believe young children learn best through hands-on learning, joyful experience that reflect their interests and abilities.

Both stages prioritize the child’s well-being, curiosity, and individual pace of learning. A well-structured early years program lays the groundwork for academic success, social confidence, and a care into choosing the right program for your child can have lasting benefits in their personal and educational development. Our teachers are always guide to children through various activities, ensuring balanced development across all domains.

The Play Group and Nursery program focuses on the following key developmental areas for a child:

  • Language & Literacy (English, Bengali & Arabic)
  • Early Numeracy
  • Cognitive Development
  • Sensory Play
  • Social &Emotional Skills
  • Physical Development
  • Self-Help Skills
  • Environmental Awareness.

Pre-Kindergarten

Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) years are among the most formative in a child’s life. At this stage, children are naturally curious, energetic, and full of wonder about the world. Pre-K curriculum provides a rich learning experience that supports all aspects of a child’s development. Through a carefully balanced mix of structured learning and open-ended play, children build the knowledge, skills and confidence they need for a smooth transition to Kindergarten and beyond.

Here is an in-depth look at the components of our Pre-Kindergarten learning areas:

  • Language and Literacy
  • Development (English, Bengali & Arabic)
  • Early Mathematics
  • Creative arts
  • Social and Emotional Learning
  • Physical Development
  • Environmental Awareness and Science Exploration
  • Practical Life Skills
  • Bangladesh Studies

Elementary School

Kindergarten, Grade 1 to Grade 5

The journey from Kindergarten to Grade 5 is one of the remarkable growth and transformation. These foundational years are more than just a sequence of grades, they represent the critical period during which children evolve from curious to confident learners, capable of thinking independently, collaborating with peers, and engaging with increasingly complex ideas.

Kindergarten through Grade 5 – Allocate the foundation for a child’s academic, social and emotional growth. While each grade builds upon the previous one, all emphasizing hands-on learning, structured exploration, and the development of positive learning habits.

The key learning areas of Kindergarten, Grade 1 through Grade 5:

  • English Language Arts
  • French Language
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Visual Arts and Music
  • Physical Education
  • Health and Wellness Education
  • Social Studies
  • Computer Studies & Technology
  • Bangladesh Studies

(Science, Computer Studies & Technology subjects are starting from Grade 1)

Middle School

Grades 6, 7 and 8

The New Brunswick Curriculum framework for middle school learners is grounded in the understanding that students in this age group are developing unique identities and engaging with increasingly abstract thought.

Middle school is pivotal stage in a student’s journey. This period marks the onset of critical thinking, where adolescents start to question, analyze, and form perspectives on various aspects of their lives and the world. It spans a formative period when curiosity mingles with self-awareness, independence rises alongside new challenges, and structure of learning expand both personally and academically.

The following academic subjects for Grade 6, 7 and 8:

  • English Language Arts
  • French Language
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Physical Education
  • Health and Wellness Education
  • Visual Arts and Music
  • Computer Studies & Technology
  • Bangladesh Studies

High School

Grade 9 to 12

The High School Curriculum in New Brunswick is formed for academic exploration and intellectual awakening. While academic learning is at the core of the high school experience, personal growth is an equity of significant outcome. The high school students begin to understand themselves-their values, limitations and their dreams. Through the victory, the high school students learn to build resilience, develop empathy, and manage the complexities of real life.

Subjects of Grade 9 & 10

  • English Language Arts and Languages
  • Creative Arts and Music
  • Mathematics
  • Science
  • Health Science
  • Physical and Wellness Education
  • Humanities
  • Social Studies
  • Career Education
  • Computer Studies & Technology

Grades 11 & 12

The Credit Hour system for the Grades11 and 12 in New Brunswick enhances the quality, consistency, and accountability of high school education. It balances academic resolve with flexibility, enabling students to build strong foundations for post-secondary education and for their career connected education.

The curriculum includes the following Subjects of Grade 11 & 12

  • English Language Arts and Languages
  • Creative Arts and Music (Band, Dance, Drama, Music-Vocal, Guitar, Piano)
  • Practical & Applied Arts (Robotics, Accounting, Marketing, Finance, Textile, Media, Mechanical, Energy, Foresty, Hospitality)
  • Mathematics
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry, Environmental, Electrical & Electronics)
  • Health Science (Biology, Human Physiology)
  • Physical and Wellness Education (Psychology, Nutrition)
  • Humanities (Economics, Law, Political Science, History, Social Studies, Sociology, Geography)
  • Career Connected Education
  • Computer Studies & Technology

Career Connected Education for Grade 11 and 12

In Grade 11 and 12 students have the opportunity to explore specialized subjects tailored to their future career interests. In addition to the core curriculum, we offer a range of elective subjects. Each stream includes a variety of courses designed to choose from their aspirations.

To support students in making informed decisions, our career counselling team will actively engage with both students and their parents. Through personalized guidance sessions, we help identify each student’s strengths, interests, and goals-ensuring they choose the most suitable career pathways.