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British International School in Kurdistan

Iraq, Erbil

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees IQD 3,925,000 - 7,300,000
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 2010
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, British Curriculum, American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Arabic
Strengths Performing Arts, Languages, Outdoor Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

The British International School in Kurdistan (BISK) sits on Mosul Road in Erbil, Iraq, offering a U.K.-aligned international education from Early Years through Secondary. The school delivers the Early Years Foundation Stage, followed by the Pearson Edexcel British International Curriculum in Primary and Secondary, with a senior pathway that includes an American Curriculum option. The school's ethos emphasises progress and opportunities, with facilities across the campus. The Early Years building provides open-plan, naturally lit spaces and outdoor learning, while the Primary School houses collaborative classrooms and specialist areas for Art, Music, Computing and Physical Education. Kindergarten is supported by language, music, drama, sports and IT specialists. Extracurriculars feature Performing Arts, and productions such as Around the World in 80 Days (2025) and Jungle Book planned for 2026. A multilingual BISKonauts Programme supports Arabic, Kurdish and English, and the House system underpins leadership, service and community activities for students and families.

Mosul Road, Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq

The Essentials

British International School in Kurdistan has instruction in English.

Location

Mosul Road, Erbil, Kurdistan

Stages

EYFS (Kindergarten) to Secondary (Year 12)

Additional learning support

Holistic student support including educational assistance and social-emotional development
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms are included in the Resource Fee. The Resource Fee covers uniforms, textbooks, notebooks, student ID card and Daily Diary (Years 1-12).

Food Options

Breakfast and lunch are available. Meals are included in BISKonauts tuition. Meals for other year groups are priced at 1,341,000 IQD for Years 1-3, 1,415,500 IQD for Years 4-6, and 1,490,000 IQD for Years 7-12.

House System

The school has a four-house system: Bravery, Integrity, Serenity, and Kindness. House competitions and events foster leadership, teamwork and belonging through sports, academics, community service and the arts.
Fees

Annual tuition at British International School in Kurdistan ranges from IQD 3,925,000 to IQD 7,300,000 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration fee

- New students enrolling in Years 1–12 are charged a non-refundable registration (joining) fee of IQD 1,117,500.

Annual tuition fees by year group (IQD)

- BISKonauts (Early Years)
- Pre‑KG: Tuition IQD 3,925,000 (meals included).
- KG1 & KG2: Tuition IQD 3,925,000 (meals included).

- Primary
- Years 1–2: Tuition IQD 5,350,000.
- Years 3–4: Tuition IQD 5,400,000.
- Years 5–6: Tuition IQD 5,450,000.

- Secondary
- Years 7–8: Tuition IQD 7,150,000.
- Year 9: Tuition IQD 7,250,000.
- Year 10: Tuition IQD 7,250,000.
- Years 11–12: Tuition IQD 7,300,000.

Resource / consumables fee (annual, IQD)

- Pre‑KG: IQD 966,500 (classroom resources and Daily Diary).
- KG1 & KG2: IQD 575,500 (classroom resources, books, Daily Diary).
- Years 1–6 (Primary): IQD 1,436,000 (uniforms, textbooks, notebooks, student ID, Daily Planner).
- Years 7–9 (Secondary lower): IQD 1,811,000 (resources as above).
- Years 10–12 (Secondary upper): IQD 1,967,500 (resources as above).

Tuition per instalment (four-instalment plan) — equal instalment amounts (IQD)

- BISKonauts (Pre‑KG / KG1 / KG2): Annual IQD 3,925,000 → IQD 981,250 per instalment.
- Years 1–2: Annual IQD 5,350,000 → IQD 1,337,500 per instalment.
- Years 3–4: Annual IQD 5,400,000 → IQD 1,350,000 per instalment.
- Years 5–6: Annual IQD 5,450,000 → IQD 1,362,500 per instalment.
- Years 7–8: Annual IQD 7,150,000 → IQD 1,787,500 per instalment.
- Year 9 / Year 10: Annual IQD 7,250,000 → IQD 1,812,500 per instalment.
- Years 11–12: Annual IQD 7,300,000 → IQD 1,825,000 per instalment.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard annual instalment plan: four instalments for the academic year. For 2026–2027 the instalment dates are: 1) upon registration; 2) 5 November 2026; 3) 7 January 2027; 4) 8 April 2027. Tuition may be paid in the four instalments on those dates.
- Resource fees, meal charges, and transport charges are additional to the tuition fee and billed according to the items below.
- Meals: Annual meal charging by stage — Key Stage 1 (Years 1–3) IQD 1,341,000; Key Stage 2 (Years 4–6) IQD 1,415,500; Secondary (Years 7–12) IQD 1,490,000. Meal fees are payable over 10 months (August–May). Meals are included in BISKonauts tuition.
- Transport (school bus): Annual range IQD 1,275,000–IQD 2,000,000 depending on route; bus fees are payable in two instalments (August and December).
- External examination fees (IGCSE, SAT, AP, AS, A‑Level, Achievement tests) are not included in tuition or the resource fee and will be charged separately.
- Payment timing and non-payment: Fees must be arranged in accordance with the chosen instalment plan. Late payments may incur additional charges and persistent arrears can lead to suspension of attendance until outstanding fees are settled. Certain enrolment-type fees (daily/monthly/BISKonauts) are non‑refundable once the enrolment period begins.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable. The school operates as a day school with school‑provided transport available. Transport is priced as above.

Other costs and optional services

- Uniforms and textbooks: covered by the annual resource fee for Years 1–12 (amounts listed above). Pre‑KG and KG resource fees cover classroom resources and diaries as specified.
- Extra‑curricular activities, enrichment courses, external exam charges, and any specialised trips or suppliers are additional and charged separately when applicable.
- BISKonauts (early years) programme offers weekly/daily enrolment options with separate short‑programme charges (examples shown in the fees schedule); payment rules for those options require payment in full at the start of the chosen enrolment period and are non‑refundable once the period begins.

Discounts and fee reductions

- Early‑payment discount: A 15% discount applies to the annual tuition fee if the full tuition is paid in advance by the published early‑payment deadline for the year (the published deadline for the 2026–2027 fee year was 31 July 2026). This discount applies only to the tuition component.
- Sibling discounts while all siblings are enrolled: second sibling 5% off tuition, third and any additional siblings 10% off tuition. Discounts cannot be combined; only the single highest applicable discount will apply (Ambassador Programme exclusions noted).
- Ambassador (referral) credit: A fixed IQD 372,500 discount per successfully referred student is applied to both the referring and referred family accounts where applicable.

Refund information

- The registration fee of IQD 1,117,500 is non‑refundable. Certain program and enrolment fees (monthly, daily, and specific short‑term enrolment options) are non‑refundable once the enrolment period begins. Payments generally must be completed in full before the child's attendance for the relevant period and may be non‑refundable according to the enrolment type and the school's payment policy. Late payments may incur charges and repeated non‑payment can affect attendance.

Fee payment arrangements and contacts

- Fees are administered by the school's Admissions/Finance office; the Admissions Team can provide the instalment plan, billing schedule, and the exact due dates and billing breakdown for tuition, resources, meals, transport, and exam charges. Contact: Admissions email [email protected], phone +964 750 261 9141.

Notes on annual review and changes

- All fees are reviewed annually and the school reserves the right to update the fee structure and terms with notice. Families are billed according to the fee schedule in force for the academic year of enrolment.
Academics

British International School in Kurdistan teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, British Curriculum, American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum

EYFS is offered in the Early Years Foundation Stage. Primary School (Grades 1–6) follows the Pearson Edexcel British International Curriculum. Secondary School (Grades 7–12) continues with the Pearson Edexcel British International Curriculum, with the senior years offering an American Curriculum pathway. The curriculum provides clear pathways to university success both locally and internationally.

Student Teacher Ratio

Excellent teacher-to-student ratios.

Higher Education Progression

Clear pathways to university success both locally and internationally.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school offers EYFS through to secondary education with a focus on holistic development of social, emotional and academic growth. It emphasises character and global citizenship within its pastoral approach.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school provides support for students across the age range within its standard curriculum framework and personalised learning pathways.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is the language of instruction for the curricula offered, with support embedded in the learning program where appropriate.

Mental Wellbeing

Pastoral care and student well-being are integrated into the school culture, supporting students as they progress through the year groups.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding and child protection are upheld through the school's policies and procedures as part of its safeguarding framework.
Parent Experience

History

BISK is a leading British international school in Erbil, Kurdistan. It offers EYFS and Pearson Edexcel British and American curricula from Early Years to Secondary. As one of the most established British international schools in Kurdistan, it has celebrated 15 years of excellence. The school is dedicated to excellence, integrity and innovation and prepares students to lead tomorrow.

Community

BISK has a four-house system—Bravery, Integrity, Serenity and Kindness. Being in a House creates a supportive family within the school community, fostering leadership, teamwork and belonging through friendly competitions, collaborative activities and shared achievements. House competitions and events run throughout the academic year, including sports tournaments, academic challenges, community service projects and creative arts showcases. The House values guide student engagement and help build a vibrant school culture.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

The Early Years building features open-plan spaces filled with natural light and outdoor learning spaces. The campus includes a large outdoor playground for physical activity, imaginative play and environmental education. The Primary School has bright, well-equipped classrooms that support collaboration and independent learning. There are specialist spaces for Art, Music, Computing and Physical Education. Kindergarten spaces are supported by specialists in language, music, drama, sports and IT.

Sports Facilities

The school has a large outdoor playground for physical activity. The Primary School provides specialist spaces for Physical Education.

Academic Facilities

The Primary School classrooms are bright and well-equipped to support collaboration and independence. There are specialist spaces for Art, Music, Computing and Physical Education. Kindergarten classrooms are led by specialists in language, music, drama, sports and IT.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Performing arts are an essential part of Primary education; drama, music and storytelling develop public speaking, resilience, creativity and teamwork. The school stages productions, including Around the World in 80 Days in 2025 and Jungle Book planned for 2026.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Leadership opportunities, extracurricular activities, and community engagement help students grow academically and personally in Lower Secondary. House competitions include sports tournaments and academic challenges. House events also include community service projects and creative arts showcases. They support holistic development alongside the British curriculum.

Arts & Creative

Specialist spaces for Art, Music, Computing and Physical Education exist in Primary. Kindergarten has specialists in language, music, drama, sports and IT. Performing Arts in Primary include drama, music and storytelling, with productions such as Around the World in 80 Days (2025) and Jungle Book planned for 2026. These activities develop creativity, confidence and teamwork.

Cultural & Language

BISKonauts Programme grows multilingual learners. Children are introduced to Arabic, Kurdish and English through songs, stories and daily conversation. The Primary language offering includes Arabic and Kurdish as part of the curriculum. This multilingual environment supports confident communication in three languages.

Social & Hobbies

The House System fosters leadership, teamwork and belonging through competitions and collaborative activities. House competitions include sports tournaments, academic challenges and creative arts showcases. Students participate in social and recreational activities through house events. The House values Bravery, Integrity, Serenity and Kindness guide participation.

Community & Service

House competitions include community service projects. The mission emphasises global citizenship and service as part of holistic development. Students engage in community engagement through service projects and school-wide initiatives. This fosters responsibility and empathy.

Leadership & Professional

Lower Secondary provides leadership opportunities, extracurricular activities, and community engagement. Counselling supports subject selection, university planning and career pathways. The Secondary School leadership team leads the school and supports student wellbeing. The House system fosters leadership through student-led events.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Physical Education is part of the weekly routine in Kindergarten. Outdoor learning spaces support activity and environmental education. The school emphasises wellbeing and holistic development as part of its mission. The House system and competitions promote belonging and social-emotional wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision

English, Arabic and Kurdish are taught across the school. In Primary, English is a core subject and Arabic and Kurdish are offered as specialist languages. In Secondary, Lower Secondary includes English, Arabic and Kurdish among other subjects.

Bilingual Teaching

Multilingual education starts in the Early Years. From 18 months, Arabic, Kurdish and English are introduced through songs, stories and daily conversation. In Primary, English is a core subject, and Arabic and Kurdish are offered as specialist languages.
Admissions

Admissions

1. Documents required to enrol include a birth certificate or passport to prove age and nationality. 2. Medical reports are required if available. 3. Previous school records are needed. 4. Six recent passport photos, vaccination records for Nursery to Year 1, and a transfer certificate from a local Kurdish school or a letter from an international school ratified by the Ministry of Education are also required. 5. An online application is submitted through the online form. 6. There is no fixed deadline; applications are accepted throughout the year based on availability. 7. It is best to start early to secure a place. 8. The online application form is accessible via the 'Apply Today' section. 9. It initiates the admissions steps. 10. It collects essential information to start the process. 11. The Admissions Team is available via email, phone, or in person to answer questions and support you at every step. 12. They help clarify the admissions process and explain the next steps after submission. 13. They provide guidance on eligibility and required documents.

Scholarships

Scholarships or financial assistance are considered on a case-by-case basis. For inquiries, contact the Admissions Team.
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