Frequently asked questions

1.
Is this a separate subject in the school course and how many lessons per year are we talking about ?

Yes, this is a separate subject called; Character Building. 45 lessons per year for classes 1-2. 50 lessons for classes 6-8. 55 lessons for classes 9 and 10.

2.
Will the students be graded in this subject, and how can we be sure it won’t be seen as another burden on the children?

Characters cannot be graded as such. The purpose of this course is to enlighten, inspire, train and encourage children towards righteousness. Students will receive evaluating performance comments at the semester’s end with constructive criticism. Almost no homework is given except small assignments occasionally from grade 3. This course should not be seen as a burden but as an interesting “refreshment” due to its dynamic teaching approach, which involves the children on a personal level.

3.
Is it a requirement to start teaching this subject from Class 1 onwards ?

No. However, we recommend completing a Key Stage as it will support, further develop, and strengthen the taught ethics.

4.
Is supervision of educators included in membership ?

Yes. See details in the Home-schooling section.

5.
Where can I find the course in Urdu ?

Please see our Urdu website. http://www.ice-characterbuilding.com

6.
How do you calculate shipping prices?

Shipping Cost Calculation- Each item has a weight in kilograms (kg)- If a customer buys an item alone, the shipping cost will be calculated based on the item's weight- For example: - Teacher's Guide (1430g) = 2kg (rounded to 2kg for shipping cost calculation The shipping cost will be rounded up to the nearest 1kg

7.
My payment was declined. What should I do?

If your payment was declined, please contact your bank or card provider and ask whether Ecommerce or International Transactions are enabled on your card. These settings are often required for online payments, especially for international purchases. Once confirmed, try making the payment again.