Facilities

Army Burn Hall College features state-of-the-art labs, extensive sports facilities, well-stocked libraries, and comfortable residential accommodations. The campus supports extracurricular activities through various clubs and societies, ensures safety with robust security, and provides an efficient transport system for day scholars, fostering a comprehensive educational experience.

Academic Blocks

College Academic Block is located in the centre of the College campus. This British style legendary block symbolizes its legacy and tradition. The College comprises two campuses; Main Campus; consisting of College Section, Cambridge Section and School Section; New Campus includes Middle Section and Junior Section. The Academic Blocks are designed to provide a conducive learning environment with modern infrastructure, well-lit classrooms, and advanced teaching aids. Students have access to digital libraries, smart boards, and collaborative spaces to enhance their academic experience.

College Section

College Section consists of 1st Year and 2nd Year. Mostly students come on promotion from School Section, but fresh intake on vacant seats is taken in 1st Year class. The College Section is equipped with state-of-the-art laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Computer Science. Students are encouraged to participate in research projects, science fairs, and inter-college competitions. The faculty members are highly qualified and dedicated to nurturing the intellectual growth of students. Special coaching sessions are organized for competitive exams like SAT, GRE, and local entrance tests.

School Section

School Section consists of 9th and 10th classes. Mostly students come on promotion from Middle Section, but vacant seats are offered for fresh intake. The School Section focuses on building a strong foundation in core subjects such as Mathematics, Science, English, and Social Studies. Extracurricular activities like sports, debates, and art competitions are integral to the curriculum. The section also emphasizes character development through moral education programs and leadership training. Students are encouraged to participate in community service initiatives to develop a sense of responsibility and empathy.

Cambridge Section

Cambridge Section of the College consists of O/A levels. The syllabus is prescribed by the University of Cambridge and is revised every two years, with a view to bringing about changes to keep the students abreast with the latest developments and optimum enhancement of their intellectual faculties. The O/A Level curriculum places emphasis on broad and balanced study across a wide range of subjects. The curriculum develops learners' skills in creative thinking, inquiry and problem-solving and is structured, so that learners attain both practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Students are exposed to international standards of education and are prepared for global challenges. The section also organizes workshops, seminars, and guest lectures by industry experts to broaden students' horizons.

New Campus

The New Campus comprises a three storeyed semi-circular building with Administration Block in the centre and Academic Blocks on outer circle with two Residential blocks in the inner circle. The Campus has been equipped with the state of the art Computer laboratories, which enable the students to keep in touch with today's world. The New Campus is designed to provide a holistic learning experience with modern amenities such as air-conditioned classrooms, multimedia labs, and recreational areas. It also houses a fully equipped gymnasium, swimming pool, and sports fields to promote physical fitness and teamwork. The campus is surrounded by lush greenery, creating a serene environment for learning and personal growth.

Junior Section

The Junior Section from Prep to 5th classes has been constructed as a feeder institution to the College. This Section has spacious rooms, which can accommodate 875 of students and also provides conducive environment to the students where they can acquire knowledge with full zeal and zest. In Junior Section there is an Activity Room for the young students, where they are given full freedom to do anything related to their education. Alongside these facilities there is a Music Room as well, in which the young artists are trained under the supervision of skilled and trained music teachers. The students are allowed to show their creativity and imagination in the Art Rooms, possessing all the equipment that the students require. This allows the students not only to get good grades but also improve their intellect and innate talent as well. The Junior Section also organizes annual events like Science Exhibitions, Art Shows, and Sports Days to showcase the talents of young learners.

Middle Section

Middle Section, consisting of 6th, 7th and 8th classes, has recently been created, which has been accommodated in New Campus, in the proximity of Junior Section, and Cambridge Section has been shifted to Main Campus. Two-fold objectives were envisaged in this shifting: discernible improvement in the results of Cambridge classes and housing of students with less age in one Campus i.e New Campus. The Middle Section focuses on bridging the gap between primary and secondary education by introducing advanced concepts in Mathematics, Science, and Literature. Students are encouraged to participate in group projects, presentations, and interactive sessions to develop critical thinking and communication skills. The section also offers extracurricular activities like drama, robotics, and coding clubs to foster creativity and innovation.

Auditorium

A well equipped auditorium, named after the first Principal of the College, Father F. Scanlon, adds to the beauty of the College. It has a seating capacity of 750. All the Inter-House competitions like Qiraat/Hamd-o-Naat, Quiz, Debates, Declamations, Conferences are held in it. Parents' Day and All Pakistan Bilingual Declamation functions are also arranged in this Hall. Movies are shown on weekly basis to the boarder students on regular basis. Movie night is an occasion of special interest for the students. The auditorium is equipped with advanced sound and lighting systems, making it suitable for hosting large-scale events like concerts, theater performances, and award ceremonies. It serves as a hub for cultural exchange and intellectual discourse within the college community.

Houses

College has five hostels to accommodate approximately 750 boarders, named after Muslim freedom fighter/heroes viz Syed Ahmad Shaheed House, Shah Ismail Shaheed House, Sultan Tipu Shaheed House and Sher Khan Shaheed House. All the dormitories are well furnished, spacious and centrally heated. Daily newspapers, magazines and periodicals are regularly provided to the students to keep them abreast with day-to-day national and world affairs. The Housemaster, alongwith 2-3 Assistant Housemasters and Prefects, supervises each House. The Prefects are selected among the senior students on the basis of their performance in academic, curricular, co-curricular, extra-curricular activities and leadership traits. Each house has a Physical Training Instructor, who looks after sports and physical training of students. Every House has bearers and security guards, who are responsible to ensure the security and upkeep of their respective houses. A well equipped auditorium, named after the first Principal of the College, Father F. Scanlon, adds to the beauty of the College. It has a seating capacity of 750. All the Inter-House competitions like Qiraat/Hamd-o-Naat, Quiz, Debates, Declamations, Conferences are held in it. Parents' Day and All Pakistan Bilingual Declamation functions are also arranged in this Hall. Movies are shown on weekly basis to the boarder students on regular basis. Movie night is an occasion of special interest for the students. The hostel environment fosters camaraderie, discipline, and a sense of belonging among students.

Medical Facilities

The College has a 7-bed Hospital. A Medical Officer and two Nursing Assistants are available to provide medical care to the students. The cases requiring investigation are referred to the CMH for advice, if needed, the students are admitted in the CMH for treatment. The sons/wards of serving/retired Armed Forces personals get free treatment at CMH, whereas, the parents of non-entitled students have to bear the expenses of the treatment/medicine, investigation, etc. of their wards as per rules in vogue. Children requiring admission beyond 7 days are not retained in the hostel, they are given leave in consultation with their parents/guardian. The hospital is equipped with basic diagnostic tools and emergency response systems to handle minor injuries and illnesses. Regular health check-ups and vaccination drives are conducted to ensure the well-being of students. Mental health counseling services are also available to support students facing emotional or psychological challenges.

B.A. Malik Library

Library is the soul of an educational institution that determines the intellectual health of its members. It is a source to enrich the minds of the students with the valuable knowledge stocked in the books on different subjects and topics. Senior Burn Hall School has been blessed with this paradise of learning right from the start i.e. 1956. The first college library was located in Thijssen Block. Later it was shifted to the present building constructed in 1973. In 2017, the library was uplifted with provision of more books, educational CDs and e-link, and was named after Brigadier Bashir Ahmed Malik, the first Army Principal of the college. Brig. Bashir Ahmed Malik remained the Principal of Burn Hall School, from 1977 to 1982. He was the first Muslim Principal of Burn Hall School, after it was handed over to Pakistan Army in 1977. He had the longest tenure at Burn Hall after Fathers. Owing to his services to Burn Hall, the College Library has been named as B.A Malik library after its major renovation in 2017. It has been renovated again in 2021 by the administration. The addition of Timeline from 1857-2020, Islamic Corner, Pakistan Corner, Science Corner and Wisdom Quotes on the walls has given it even richer academic taste and value. Currently it has a collection of about more than 10,000 books and more than 3 million e-books and contains an ocean of knowledge and wisdom for the Hallians to quench their thirst of learning and develop the habit of reading. The library In-Charge and assistant librarian are available for the students to facilitate them to take maximum benefit and develop a deeper insight on all spheres of life. The new furniture and facility of coffee bar has made it more appealing and a favorite corner in the College. The library also hosts book clubs, author talks, and literary festivals to promote a culture of reading and intellectual curiosity.

Students' Mess

The College has a traditional Mess. A Mess Committee under the supervision of College Principal runs the Mess. The menu is very carefully prepared to provide a balanced diet. The quality of food is maintained to the satisfaction of the students. Special diet is also available on medical advice. The Mess is designed to cater to diverse tastes and dietary preferences, offering vegetarian, non-vegetarian, and international cuisines. Hygiene and cleanliness are given top priority, and regular inspections are conducted to ensure compliance with health standards. The dining hall is spacious and air-conditioned, providing a comfortable environment for students to enjoy their meals. Special occasions like festivals and birthdays are celebrated with themed menus and decorations to create a homely atmosphere.