Adamjee Cantonment Public School

Adamjee Cantonment Public School (Bengali: আদমজী ক্যান্টনমেন্ট পাবলিক স্কুল) is a boys school in Dhaka Cantonment, Dhaka, Bangladesh. It is managed by the Bangladesh Army.
Adamjee Cantonment Public School, deeply rooted in the scientific and technological mindset of the 21st century, has established itself as a distinguished and successful educational institution, consistently demonstrating excellence in all areas. With the advancement of information flow, the institution continues its efforts to educate the younger generation through technology-driven learning. It plays a leading role in fostering moral values and intellectual development within a well-structured and disciplined educational environment.
With the vision of shaping enlightened individuals, industrialist Alhaj Gul Muhammad Adamjee conceived an aesthetic plan in 1960 to establish an educational institution on approximately nine acres of open green land. The school was founded in the style of traditional public schools in England.
Adamjee Cantonment Public School was established in 1960. At that time, it followed the curriculum of British Public School and offered education in only six classes, from class four to nine. George Dolman, a British educationist, was the first principal of the school. Subsequently, with further expansion of the institution, it was converted into a college and was named as Adamjee Cantonment College. In 1995, the school section was totally bifurcated and shifted to its present location and its original name "Adamjee Cantonment Public School" was reinstated.
The school is located in the heart of Dhaka Cantonment, on 5.00 acres of land. The school is housed in two buildings: six storied and five storied.
The campus features a spacious green field, a mosque, a computer lab, a modern science laboratory, a well-equipped waiting area for parents, a multipurpose hall, three elevators, three aesthetically pleasing walkways, a safe drinking water facility, and a well-organized environment supported by skilled staff and capable leadership.
Adamjee Cantonment Public School is a two-shift institution with approximately 7,500 students. It consists of both morning and day shifts, covering classes from grade one to ten. The day shift, which was previously discontinued, was reintroduced in 2013. The school offers education in both the Bangla medium and the English version. In the morning shift, both Bangla medium and English version classes are available from grades one to ten, while the day shift offers education in the Bangla medium up to grade ten. The institution provides study opportunities in both Science and Business Studies streams.
A total of 268 skilled, dedicated, and well-trained teachers are committed to delivering quality education every day. Additionally, 120 staff members work tirelessly to provide support and services. Currently, every classroom in the school is equipped with multimedia and smartboards, facilitating modern and up-to-date learning through digital content.
Beyond academics, the institution is also a leader in extracurricular activities, both nationally and internationally.
The school has more than 18 extracurricular clubs.
The Adamjee Cantonment Public School Club of Mathematics, also known as ACPSCM, is a prominent student led club within Adamjee Cantonment Public School. Established in 2017, the club is dedicated to fostering a passion for mathematics among students and nurturing their analytical and problem-solving skills. It plays a pivotal role in engaging students through regular sessions, competitions, and creative learning initiatives, making mathematics both accessible and enjoyable.
The club has gained widespread recognition for its participation and success in various mathematics competitions, including NDC National Math Festival, ৮ম অঙ্ক অলিম্পিয়াড, SMC presents Math Mania, Zenith Math Mania, Josephite Math Mania, and BUET Onuronon Math Fest.
In addition to external achievements, the club organizes several in-house events. The club has organized fests like the 1st Intra-Adamjee Mathematician Hunt (2018), ACPSCM Presents 1st Intra Chess Competition (2022), ACPSCM Presents Intra Math Week (2023), Intra Online Math Mania (2023), 2nd Intra Mathematician Hunt (2025) and chess tournaments such as the 1st Intra Chess Competition (2022) and 2nd Intra Chess Carnival (2023).
In 2025, ACPSCM expanded its reach by organizing its first national-level competition, the 1st ACPSCM National Checkmate Showdown, conducted as an online chess tournament.
The club has also expanded its scope by working as event and club partners in various high-profile mathematics and chess competitions, representing the school with pride and excellence.
The Adamjee Cantonment Public School I.T. Club, also known as ACPSITC, established in 2015, is a pioneering student led club within Adamjee Cantonment Public School that fosters interest and excellence in technology and computing. The club aims to empower students with digital skills, enhance their technical knowledge, and inspire innovation in the ever-evolving field of information technology.
The club organizes several impactful events, promoting both creativity and technical proficiency. The club has organized fests like the 1st ACPS IT Carnival (2017), 1st ACPS Gaming Tournament powered by GIGABYTE (2017), ACPSITC Presents Valorant Tournament 2.0 (2023), ACPSITC Presents Call of Duty Mobile 1.0 Tournament (2023), and ACPSITC Presents TechnoFusion – 9 Years of Legacy (2024).
These events serve as a platform for students to engage in programming, gaming, and digital innovation.
The club is currently moderated by B.M. Alamgir Badsha, Senior Teacher, ICT.
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The house flag features a white monogram on a red background. It is managed by two housemasters along with twelve teacher members.
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The house flag features a white monogram on an orange background. It is managed by two housemasters along with twelve teacher members.