| Year | Average Annual % Increase | Driver | |-------|----------------------------|--------| | 2022 | 6% | Post-COVID reopening costs | | 2023 | 9% | Inflation, teacher salary revision | | 2024 | 11% | New curriculum licensing, facility upgrades | | 2025 (projected) | 8–10% | Stabilization but high demand |
: Headway fees rise faster than general inflation (5–6%) due to premium positioning. 6. Comparison with Competitors | Parameter | Headway | Sunshine | Playpen | Local Montessori | |-----------|---------|----------|---------|------------------| | Monthly tuition (USD) | $100 | $110 | $90 | $50 | | Admission fee (USD) | $300 | $350 | $250 | $100 | | Student-teacher ratio | 1:10 | 1:12 | 1:10 | 1:20 | | Language of instruction | English | English | English | Bilingual | | Outdoor play area | Yes (large) | Yes (medium) | Limited | Varies | | Hidden fees | Medium | High | Low | Low | headway pre primary school fees
Transport extra: 3,000–5,000 BDT/month ($27–45). Based on parent surveys and published fee lists from three Headway branches: | Year | Average Annual % Increase |