PROSPECTUS messagesFrom Our Founder Members Ms. Angela Williams BA (Newcastle-upon-Tyne) PGCE (Sheffield) “Bloomfield Hall aims to equip its pupils with the tools they need to participate successfully in the 21st century – robust mathematical and scientific knowledge, a competent and confident command of languages as well as imaginative, creative and sporting skills. To nurture the spirit of critical enquiry is also its aim, as the basis of scientific and cultural progress. A good school removes blinkers and opens up the world for its pupils, whilst also teaching respect for traditional values, and consideration for others' feelings and beliefs. Pupils are led to an awareness of poverty and injustice, to develop a sense of fairness, tolerance and goodwill, and to attain excellent examination results at the same time. This was the philosophy behind the establishment of Bloomfield Hall in 1984 and remains our motivating force today.” Mr. Nadeem Qasir BSc (London) MSc (London) “A school is much more than a medium for academic training. All educated parents (with time on their hands) can provide this quite effectively at home without sending their children to school. But school is not merely a teaching academy! A good school provides opportunities that a single household cannot: it enables students to interact with many others, teaching them the rules of social conduct when they venture out into the real world – enabling them to live in a civil society. It teaches them patience in the face of opposition or even provocation, to be tolerant of others different from themselves, to agree to disagree, to have a democratic perspective, to observe social etiquette such as forming queues and waiting one’s turn, and to be disciplined and co-operative. School is a microcosm of society as a whole: it prepares us for entry into adulthood equipped with skills to cope with the challenges of adult life and to turn setbacks into challenges. School is much more than an academy for exam preparation.” tableContents of (05 - 19) (20- 29) (30- 37) About us Academics Student Activities A brief history Junior School Competitions Our ethos Middle & Senior School Drama Shout outs O level results Student trips Alumni Salient features Student facilities Parent-school contact (38 - 45) (46 - 51) (52 - 56) Social Responsibility The BHS Family Admissions Climate change Bloomfield Hall Research Admission Say NO to plastic & Development Unit School Rules Fundraising UCL & Tils Eligibility Education for all Company schools & Admission Procedure Country schools FAQ’S P 05 Bloomfield Hall Schools Towards Academic Excellence About us P 06 Bloomfield Hall Schools Towards Academic Excellence aboutA Brief History us Bloomfield Hall is one of the major educational institutions in Pakistan. It was established in 1984 by educationalists from the UK and Pakistan. The aim of the project was to provide British style edu- cation leading to British qualifications. Pupils are prepared for the GCE O and A level examinations of the UK examining bodies. Since its establishment, Bloomfield Hall has developed in two major directions. It has opened schools in various cities in Pakistan. It has also assisted in the provision of higher education in Pakistan: one of its sister institutions - University College Lahore - offers degree programmes of the University of London in various disciplines including Economics, Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Law and Information Systems. Bloomfield Hall is a modern school in a meaningful sense: it offers modern systems and technologies in education and also provides an environment which is liberal and progressive to encourage an attitude of critical enquiry amongst its pupils. P 07 P 08 Bloomfield Hall Schools Towards Academic Excellence aboutOur Ethosus At Bloomfield Hall, we aim to be an effective school providing a quality environment for pupils to develop and achieve a high standard of education, to be happy, to have a good self-image, to be a good citizen and to set the foundations needed for adult life. We aim to do this by: • having high expectations of each child • helping children to develop lively, enquiring minds so they can acquire the knowledge and skills needed throughout their lives, and to be responsible for their own learning • providing equal opportunities for all our children and to differentiate their learning as appropriate • fostering respect and tolerance for the religious beliefs, cultural differences and ways of life of others • developing in each pupil a feeling of self-worth • helping children to understand the importance of being good citizens and their duty in the world as a whole • having well qualified, caring, happy staff, who support each other and work together as a team to achieve all these aims. P 09 P 10 Bloomfield Hall Schools Towards Academic Excellence aboutShout-outs us Oxford University Press - Managing Director: “…your schools have been notable for the dedication they have consistently brought to this noble cause. Moreover, your schools have made a point of remaining up to date with contemporary methods and concepts.” Cambridge International Examinations - Country Director Pakistan: “The continued success of Bloomfield Hall School is testimony to the dedication of your school leaders and teachers…Like Cambridge, Bloomfield Hall School’s approach to education is to develop learners who are confident, responsible, reflective, innovative and engaged.” Paramount Books - Managing Director: “It is truly a great honour for Bloomfield Hall Schools to have completed 35 years of existence for having made huge and excellent contribution to the cause of education in Pakistan.” Pearson Education - Regional Director South Asia: “Pearson is indeed honoured to be a part of this 35 year journey in maintaining the highest of standards in education on par with top schools in the UK…” Green Living Association - Executive Director: “No doubt, Bloomfield Hall School has contributed enormously in developing our future generations as responsible, humanistic and peaceful grownup citizens, and in bringing peace and harmony in the society.” Kangaroos World - Executive Director Innovative Learning: “The performance of your students in the International Kangaroo Mathematics Contest and in our several other international contests indeed speaks of the excellent quality education imparted at Bloomfield Hall Schools.” Amnesty International Pakistan – National Executive & Ex-President: “The … commitment expressed by the students from Bloomfield Hall schools in the activities focusing peace and environmental conservation is simply an expression of your bright vision, …. and sincere passion in developing our future generations as responsible and environmental friendly grown up citizens.” World Hope Network - International Director: “World Hope Network would like to express our deep appreciation for the partnership our organisation has with Bloomfield Hall Schools … As well as our concern for the poor and needy, both organisations share a passion for the education of the younger generation. ... And because of this value, World Hope Network respects and feels privileged to work with Bloomfield Hall Schools.” UCL (University College Lahore) - Director: “I can confidently say that the calibre of the students coming from Bloomfield Hall Schools is second to none. They have a good academic base, are disciplined, and are willing to take responsibility for their learning and their actions.” Tils (The Institute of Legal Studies) - Director: “Management and staff of Bloomfield Hall are known for their efforts to make a difference in the lives of their students. All those involved in building this organization into what it has become today deserve to be honoured for their skills and dedication.” P 11 Bloomfield Hall Schools Towards Academic Excellence aboutAlumni us Owing to space limitation, only a handful of the alumni from 1984 to present times, is given below. Roshaneh Zafar was one of our first 1986 A level students. She went on to do her graduation from the University of Pennsylvania and also holds a Masters from Yale University. Ms. Zafar is the founder of Pakistan’s first Microfinance organization (KASHF), and is on the board of several NGOs. Ms. Zafar was awarded the Tamghai Imtiaz for her work in the field of development and women’s empowerment. Mariam Iqbal A Class 1 pupil in 1984, Mariam went on to do her MBBS in 2002. She distinguished herself in the field of gynaecology, and gained a Masters in Health Professions Education from Agha Khan University. She has co-authored 2 books, has had articles published in international journals such as the British Medical Journal. She is currently Assistant Professor and Consultant Obstetrician at Hameed Latif Hospital, Lahore. Mekaal Hasan batch of 1989, is an internationally renowned musician and record producer, known for his Sufi rock music in the acclaimed Mekaal Hasan Band formed in 2000. He graduated from Boston’s Berklee College of Music. Jawad Noor Butt another of our students from the 1980s, is presently Associate Professor of Economics at Boston University. Jawad was one of the first graduates of University College Lahore where he completed his University of London degree in Economics. Jawad went on to do his Masters and PhD in Economics from the University of Rochester (USA). Omar Shahab excelled in debating at UCL, and went on to represent Pakistan in international debate forums. After attaining a law degree from the University of Toronto, Omar joined the Ministry of the Attorney General in Ontario, Canada. He is currently working at the Ministry and practises primarily in the areas of Labour and Human Rights. Gabor Tabi graduated from Budapest University of Economics and Sciences. From 2004-2020, Gabor was owner and partner at Anoniq, a consulting agency. He is currently Managing Director at Cogitative Software FZE, a global software distributor. P 12 Bloomfield Hall Schools Towards Academic Excellence aboutAlumni us Andrea Sipos graduated from the University of Pécs, Hungary, and has a Masters in English and French Studies. For 20 years she has worked with a popular Hungarian daily TV series - Barátok Közt - as a storyliner, dialogue writer and editor.