Sir John Wilson School is considered one of the top-ranking private English-medium schools in Bangladesh. Established on 29 August 1995 with only 9 students, the school has grown remarkably over the years.

Today, the student body stands at 2,000+, supported by 208+ academic staff members. SJWS is owned and managed by United Professional Services Ltd., a concern of the United Group.

The Gulshan-2 Campus is home to the youngest learners from Playgroup to KG I, offering a warm, nurturing, and child-friendly environment designed especially for early years education.

The United City, Satarkul Main Campus is a fully equipped, custom-built campus that caters to students from KG II to Class 12, located on a spacious 10-bigha land with modern facilities to support holistic learning.

SJWS is dedicated to empowering students to become lifelong learners who value knowledge, skills, and personal growth. The school nurtures individuals who embody respect, tolerance, inclusion, and diversity.

The school delivers cohesive and engaging learning programmes within an active environment that ensures quality teaching. Beyond academics, SJWS emphasizes community engagement and responsible citizenship.

Named after the late Sir John Wilson, a pioneer in the worldwide battle against disability, the school takes pride in offering a curriculum that builds well-rounded individuals.

SJWS follows the Pearson Edexcel UK Curriculum, adapted to meet local needs in Bangladesh, with French language instruction introduced in Classes 3–5.

Extracurricular activities are central to the school’s philosophy. Students can explore diverse clubs focusing on the environment, debate, arts, crafts, culture, and STEM.

Sports are equally important, fostering teamwork, resilience, and confidence. Swimming lessons are integrated into Classes 2 and 7, with after-school swimming clubs available for Classes 1–12.