Stream & Subject Selection

Benchmark endeavours to expose learners to a range of educational options not only in terms of
subjects but also in terms of which stream of education they prefer. At this level, learners may choose
to follow either the Matriculation stream, in order to synchronise Pakistan's more popular education
system, or the Ordinary Level stream leading to internationally recognized qualification. Furthermore,
both streams offer variation in subjects. They are listed below:
● O Level (Medical Sciences Group) ● Matriculation (Biology Group)
● O Level (Computer Sciences Group) ● Matriculation (Computers Group)
● O Level (Social Science Group) (for details contact on 0334 0526819, 051
8359733, 051 4917392)
Please consult your child and take into account his interests before registering for subjects on his/her
behalf, latest by 10th July, 2022 on the link: https://benchmark.edu.pk/subject-selction/

Book List for class O-2 (Session 2023-24)

Subject Book Name Notebook(s)
● Oxford Progressive English book 8
● Grammar Tree book 8
English 2 single-lined
● Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K Rowling
● Brother In the Land by Robert Swindells
)‫● افق (آٹھویں جماعت کےلیے‬
Urdu ‫● فیروز لغت‬ 1 broad-lined
)2 Edition( ‫● ماسٹر صاحب‬
nd

‫رائیٹر فوزیہ احسان فاروقی‬،‫ موتیا‬:1 ‫لیول‬

Easy Urdu ‫رائیٹر فوزیہ احسان فاروقی‬،‫گیندا‬:2 ‫لیول‬ 1 broad-lined
‫رائیٹر فوزیہ احسان فاروقی‬،‫سدا بہار‬:3 ‫لیول‬
Syllabus D Book 1 (7th Edition)
1 single-lined
Mathematics Syllabus D Book 2 (7th Edition)
Graph Pad (5 sqrs/inch)
Syllabus D Book 3 (7th Edition)
The Environment of Pakistan by Huma Naz Seth 1 interleaf
Pakistan Studies
History & Culture of Pakistan by Nigel Kelly 1 single-lined
Islamiyat An introduction to Islamiyat by Nighat Farooq Bajwa 1 single-lined
Homework Diary (1)
Envelop File / File Folder (Plastic)
Miscellaneous Blue & Black pointer, pencil, eraser, ruler, sharpener
Maths geometry box & Permanent Marker (for labelling notebooks)
Lab coat (for General Science Group only) & School Sports Kit
For Medical Sciences Group
Physics Physics for Cambridge IGCSE (3rd Edition) by David Sang 1 single-lined
Chemistry Cambridge O-Level Chemistry / Chemistry Matters 1 single-lined
Biology Biology for Cambridge IGCSE (4th Edition) 1 single-lined
For Computer Sciences Group
Physics Physics for Cambridge IGCSE (3rd Edition) by David Sang 1 single-lined
Chemistry Cambridge O-Level Chemistry / Chemistry Matters 1 single-lined
Computers IGCSE and computer science by David Watson (2nd Edition) 1 single-lined
For Social Sciences Group
Business Studies IGCSE Business Studies (5th Edition) 1 single-lined
Accounting Business Accounting 1 (Latest Edition) 1 single-lined
 Cambridge IGCSE and O level Economics (2nd Edition)
Economics 1 single-lined
by Susan Grant
● Please ensure that all books and copies are clearly labelled and covered.
● Students may use their notebooks from the previous year if they are in good condition
with an ample number of empty pages.
 Recommended Vendors:
(Vendor list is shared only for convenience, however, parents may purchase books/uniform from shops of their own choice)
Idrees Book Bank Main GT Road, Near Amazon Mall, DHA-2,Islamabad 051-8448496 , O51-4720439
Ali Book Centre Main Commercial Market, Chaklala Scheme III, Rawalpindi (051-5766020,0333-5381904)
Idrees Book Bank Main Road, PWD, Islamabad 051-5170709 0300-8555736
Idrees Book Bank Bank Road, Saddar, Rawalpindi 051-5568898 0300-5009537
Student Book Bank Opp. Barkat Plaza, Bank Road, Saddar, Rawalpindi 051-5516918 0311-5567305
Abdul Rehman Book Bank Plaza # 10, Near Gate-3, DHA-II, Main G.T. Road, Rawalpindi 051-5147031
Abdul Rehman Book Bank Book Junction 2- Bahria Town Civic Centre Phase 4 051-5500830
Abdul Rehman Book Bank Book Junction Main Commercial Market, Near Jamil Sweets, Chaklala Scheme, III
051-5766021
Lady Bird Books Asian Business Centre, Near Toyota Rawal, Bahria Town Phase 7 Gate, Rawalpindi

SCHOOL DRESS CODE FOR GIRLS: SCHOOL DRESS CODE FOR BOYS:
● Students may wear school uniform ONLY ● Students may wear school uniform ONLY
● Abaya & head scarf (if necessary) must be of Navy ● No other clothing item may be worn over the
Blue colour ONLY uniform.
● No other clothing item may be worn over the ● Visible under shirts are not allowed.
uniform. ● Plain white/black socks should be worn.
● Plain white/black socks should be worn. ● Full black shoes should be properly polished.
● Full black shoes should be properly polished. ● Shoes should be flat and should not have
● No high heels are allowed. inappropriate design or markings on them.
● Hair should be properly tied up with black ● Hair should be properly cut: Long hair, inappropriate
accessories only. or indecent design or hair cut is prohibited.
● Jewellery, makeup, nail polishes or anything ● Hat, cap, bandana, fancy scarves, t-shirts or baggy
ornamental or of this sort is not allowed. pants are not allowed.
● Hat, cap, bandana, fancy scarves are not allowed. ● Cleanliness and proper hygiene must be observed.
● Cleanliness and proper hygiene must be observed.

Following acts may lead to suspension/expulsion from the school:

● Wireless communication devices, including but not limited to, mobile phones, cameras, MP3 players, iPod,
e-reader and other electronic devices are STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
● The possession, use, distribution or sale of illegal products within the school premises will lead to instant and
direct expulsion of students from the school.
● Engaging in any form of academic misconduct. Examples include (but are not limited to):
Plagiarism, Cheating, Copying, Accessing school records, Altering records, Assisting another student in any
of the above action
● Disruption or obstruction of teaching research, administration, disciplinary proceedings, or other disturbances on
campus, including classroom instructions.
● Any conduct which threatens or endangers the health or safety of any person, including (but not limited to)
physical abuse, verbal abuse, threats, intimidation, harassment, coercions stalking.
● Any kind of offensive behaviour towards any members of the Benchmark faculty, Administration or any person
linked with the Benchmark School System.
● Conduct or behaviour that lacks regard civility, politeness and /or courteous consideration, which goes beyond the
bounds of acceptable student behaviour.
● Refusal or failure to comply with a direction or an order from a Benchmark employee
● Any unlawful participation in games (or activity) of chance for money and / or other things of value.
● The unlawful and willful entry or attempted forcible entry into Benchmark property or misuse of school premises.
● The school will not be responsible for any loss of anything valuable or any belonging, therefore, all
parents/guardians are requested to monitor their child.
● Student’s attendance be above 85% for CAIE entries to be sent by the school.
● The student has to appear in all school exams.Any student who misses these exams will not be promoted in the
next class.
● Students will be sent back home on repeated late arrivals.