Classical School of the Medes – Hawler

Iraq, Erbil

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees IQD 3,000,000 - 4,000,000

Ages Not listed

Pupil numbers 2500

Type Co-educational

Opened 2003

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), Christian Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum

Taught languages English, Arabic

Strengths Sport, Languages, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies

Stages Kindergarten, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, High School

Introduction

Classical School of the Medes – Hawler is a private Christian school in Erbil, Iraqi-Kurdistan, at 20 St. Erbil Bakhtiari. It is part of a network of Classical Christian schools in Sulaymaniyah, Duhok and Erbil, serving Kindergarten through 12 with English-based instruction and Kurdish language offerings. The school operates with permission from Kurdistan Ministry of Education. The curriculum combines Advanced Placement (AP), a Christian Curriculum, and a Bespoke Curriculum designed with educators from United States; students prepare for AP and SAT examinations with guidance from Franklin Classical School. The school emphasizes moral development within the Christian Classical model and welcomes students regardless of religion or background. Facilities include safe classrooms, a library, and an Academic Units Hub with study units and international exam options. Extracurriculars feature sport clubs and a podcast program, and cultural events such as Newroz; instruction is English-majority in core subjects, with Kurdish taught in designated courses.

6X4V+HJC, Ainkawa, Erbil, Erbil Governorate, 44001, Iraq

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The Essentials

Location

The Hawler campus is located at 20 St. Erbil Bakhtiari, Iraq. It is part of the Classical School of the Medes' international network of Christian schools in Iraqi-Kurdistan. The campus operates with the Kurdistan Ministry of Education's approval.

Stages

KG1–Grade 12

Type

Private Christian school with an international network, English-based instructional approach.

Country affiliation

Iraqi-Kurdistan (Kurdistan Region of Iraq); operates with permission from the Kurdistan Ministry of Education.

Religious affiliation

Christian

Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement

KG–G3 students traded their uniforms for pajamas on Pajama Day.

Governance and Ownership

CSM is a private Christian institution operating in Iraqi-Kurdistan. It functions with full permission from the Kurdistan Ministry of Education and receives professional guidance from Franklin Classical School in the United States.

Fees

Application & Admissions Fees

- Application fee (all new applicants): IQD 50,000 — non‑refundable.
- Entrance / assessment fees:
- Kindergarten 1 to Grade 6 assessment (Elementary Exam): IQD 100,000.
- Grade 7 to Grade 12 assessment (Secondary Exam): IQD 200,000.

Annual Tuition by Year Group

- Kindergarten: IQD 3,000,000 per year.
- Grades 1–8: IQD 3,500,000 per year.
- Grades 9–12: IQD 4,000,000 per year.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard installment schedule (five instalments) and deadlines:
- 1st installment due: 31/07/2025.
- 2nd installment due: 30/10/2025.
- 3rd installment due: 04/01/2026.
- 4th installment due: 01/03/2026.
- 5th installment due: 03/05/2026.

- Per‑installment amounts when following the five‑installment schedule (annual tuition divided equally):
- Kindergarten: IQD 600,000 per installment (IQD 3,000,000 / 5).
- Grades 1–8: IQD 700,000 per installment (IQD 3,500,000 / 5).
- Grades 9–12: IQD 800,000 per installment (IQD 4,000,000 / 5).

- Two‑payment option:
- A two‑payment installment plan is offered in which the first payment is 50% of annual tuition (the 50% payment reference includes annual tuition & books). No discounts apply under the published terms.

Boarding fees

- Boarding: No boarding fees are applicable; the school operates as K–12 campus(es) without a published boarding programme or boarding tariff.

Other costs and routine additional charges

- Books: book costs are referenced together with annual tuition in the published payment terms (the 50% payment wording references "annual tuition & books"). Parents should plan for book-related charges as part of the tuition billing structure.
- Uniforms and other routine extras (for example, optional extracurricular fees, school trip costs, transport): no separate uniform fee or detailed schedule of these additional itemised charges is published alongside the tuition schedule. Budget planning should allow for potential uniform and activity costs in addition to the annual tuition.

Refund information

- Application fee refund status: the application fee (IQD 50,000) is explicitly non‑refundable.
- Tuition refund terms: the published material specifies the application fee as non‑refundable but does not publish an itemised tuition refund policy in the same fee schedule. Parents should note the non‑refundable status of the application fee when applying.

Fee payment options

- Payment method details (for example, bank transfer, credit card, cash) are not itemised in the tuition schedule. For accounting and payment arrangements, the school maintains campus accounting contacts for each campus (Hawler accounting contact listed under the school contact directory).

Other payment terms and conditions

- No discounts apply under the published special terms.
- The admission process requires the entrance assessment and interview; the assessment fees above apply at the time of application.

(End of fee overview.)

Academics

Curriculum

Kindergarten 1 features a structured daily schedule with Main Teacher blocks including Breakfast and Attendance, Alphabet (Distar/Phonics), Math and Calendar, Music and Drama, Psychomotor/Free Play, Personal and Social, and PE/Art, followed by Alphabet 2, Lunch, and Science with Kurdish and Baha Komalayati. Grades 1–3 (AY 2025/2026) offer English courses such as Lit/Grammar, Science, Humanities (History/Geography), Fairness, Math, Music, PE, and Art, along with Kurdish and KBK instruction; Instructional Languages per course are English or Kurdish. Weekly units per course and passing percentages are provided for each grade, and an Academic Guide for all grades is available. English is the primary instructional language in most core subjects, with Kurdish designated for Kurdish and related courses. The curriculum is organized by grade level with detailed academic units and subject designations.

Higher Education Progression

Starting in grade 9, students take international tests (AP/SAT) for university applications and MOE college acceptance policies. SAT administration dates for 2026–2027 are listed (for example, 22 August 2026; 12 September 2026; 3 October 2026; 7 November 2026; 5 December 2026; 6 March 2027; 1 May 2027; 5 June 2027), and an AP Exam Schedule for 2026–2027 is forthcoming.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school has individual student mentoring and a strong teacher-student partnership within a supportive and inclusive school community.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school has 0% of students with special needs.

Mental Wellbeing

The school has mental wellbeing support through a supportive and inclusive school community and individual student mentoring.

Parent Experience

History

The Classical School of the Medes (CSM) is an international network of Christian schools in Iraqi-Kurdistan with an English-based instructional approach. CSM operates Sulaymaniyah (established in 2001), Duhok (established in 2002), and Erbil (established in 2003), with over 2,500 students enrolled across campuses. From KG through Grade 12, students complete all required credits and prepare for AP and SAT examinations, with collaboration from educators from the United States to design and improve the curriculum. CSM operates with the permission of the Kurdistan Ministry of Education and receives professional guidance from Franklin Classical School in the United States. It is a private Christian institution emphasizing moral development within the Christian Classical model and does not discriminate based on religion, race, color, gender, economic status, or national or ethnic background.

Community

CSM offers a supportive and inclusive school community. Excellence in action centers on academic growth, character, and community. The CSM Podcast connects the community by sharing student voices, staff insights, and upcoming events. Athletics and sport clubs promote teamwork, discipline, and healthy lifestyles.

Facilities

Facilities Overview

The school provides a safe and secure environment. Classrooms are well-equipped. There is a library and resources to support reading and discovery. Sport clubs promote teamwork and healthy lifestyles. The CSM Hawler community features a podcast program sharing student voices and school news.

Academic Facilities

Classrooms are well-equipped to support daily instruction. There is a library and resources to support reading and discovery. An Academic Units Hub provides Study Units, Graduation Requirements, and International Exams. International exams are part of the program.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Sport Clubs are offered to promote teamwork, discipline, and healthy lifestyles. A podcast program shares student voices and upcoming events.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

The school offers a paper-based Mathematics and English exam for Grades 6 and 8; from Grade 9, students begin taking AP and SAT tests for university applications.

Arts & Creative

Music and Drama are included in Kindergarten 1 weekly activities.

Cultural & Language

Instruction is in English with Kurdish taught as a language; Kurdish language courses are offered in early grades.

Social & Hobbies

There are after-school programs and activities including sports tournaments (soccer, basketball, volleyball), chess tournaments, cultural events (Newroz), and social gatherings such as movie nights and trips.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Sport clubs promote teamwork, discipline, and healthy lifestyles.

Languages

Language Provision

English and Kurdish are the instructional languages. In Grades 1–3 (AY 2025/2026), most subjects are taught in English (e.g., English, Science, Humanities, Math, Music, PE, Art), while Kurdish is used for Kurdish and KBK courses. KBK is taught in Kurdish. Kindergarten 1 includes Kurdish language instruction.

Bilingual Teaching

The school teaches in English and Kurdish; Grades 1–3 show English as the instructional language for most subjects and Kurdish for Kurdish and KBK courses.

Admissions

1. Entrance Exam: Mandatory assessment for all applicants. This is the first component of the admission process. Applicants must complete this assessment before the admissions interview. For detailed dates and campus-specific requirements, contact the admissions office at info@csm.school. 2. Admissions Interview: Family and student meeting. This is the second component of the admission process and involves a meeting with the student and their family. For detailed dates and campus-specific requirements, contact the admissions office at info@csm.school. 3. Age Requirements: KG1 and KG2 are the early years. KG1 birth between January 1, 2021 and December 31, 2021. KG2 birth between January 1, 2020 and December 31, 2020. Grade 1 birth between January 1, 2019 and December 31, 2019; Grade 2 birth between January 1, 2018 and December 31, 2018; Grade 3 birth between January 1, 2017 and December 31, 2017.

School Events

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FAQs

Where is the Hawler campus of the Classical School of the Medes located?

The Hawler campus is at 20 St. Erbil Bakhtiari, Erbil, Iraq. The school operates as part of the Classical School of the Medes network and has permission from the Kurdistan Ministry of Education.

What grade levels does Classical School of the Medes – Hawler serve?

CS Medes Hawler serves from KG1 through Grade 12. The data shows the program spans early years to senior secondary, with published admissions details for KG and upper grades.

What is the language of instruction and the overall curriculum approach?

English is the primary language for most core subjects, with Kurdish designated for Kurdish and related courses. It is a private Christian school in an international network, with curricular guidance from Franklin Classical School in the United States.

What are the tuition fees by year group and how is payment usually arranged?

Annual tuition is 3,000,000 IQD for Kindergarten, 3,500,000 IQD for Grades 1–8, and 4,000,000 IQD for Grades 9–12. The standard plan splits tuition into five equal installments due on late July, late October, early January, early March, and early May. A two‑payment option is available where the first payment is 50% of annual tuition (plus books) and the second covers the remaining amount.

What are the admissions steps and associated fees?

Admissions require an entrance exam (mandatory) followed by an admissions interview with the family. Entrance exam fees are 100,000 IQD for KG1–6 and 200,000 IQD for Grade 7–12, while the application fee is 50,000 IQD and is non‑refundable.

Are there other costs I should plan for beyond tuition?

Books are included in the 50% upfront option and are tied to annual tuition. Uniforms and other routine extras are not itemised in the published terms, so families should budget for potential uniform and activity costs.

What does the Kindergarten curriculum look like at CS Medes Hawler?

Kindergarten 1 follows a structured daily schedule with blocks for Breakfast & Attendance, Distar/Phonics, Math & Calendar, Music & Drama, Psychomotor/Free Play, Personal & Social, and PE/Art, followed by Alphabet 2, Lunch, and Science with Kurdish and Baha Komalayati.

What subjects and language use are typical in Grades 1–3?

Grades 1–3 offer English courses such as Lit/Grammar, Science, Humanities (History/Geography), Fairness, Math, Music, PE, and Art, along with Kurdish and KBK instruction. Most core subjects are taught in English, with Kurdish designated for Kurdish and related courses.

From Grade 9 onwards, what international exams are used for university applications?

Starting in Grade 9, students take AP and SAT tests for university applications and MOE college acceptance policies. SAT dates for 2026–2027 are listed (e.g., Aug 2026 through Jun 2027), and an AP Exam schedule for 2026–2027 is forthcoming.

What academic resources support student achievement?

There is an Academic Units Hub that provides Study Units, Graduation Requirements, and information on International Exams. The school also maintains a library and other resources to support reading and discovery.

What facilities does the Hawler campus offer?

Classrooms are well‑equipped, and there is a library plus an Academic Units Hub with study resources. The program supports international exams and includes sport clubs to promote teamwork and healthy lifestyles.

What extracurricular activities and clubs exist?

Students can participate in sport clubs (soccer, basketball, volleyball), chess tournaments, cultural events like Newroz, movie nights, and trips. The school also runs a podcast program that shares student voices and school news.

What wellbeing and mentoring support does the school provide?

The school offers individual student mentoring and maintains a supportive, inclusive community with a focus on mental wellbeing through this mentoring approach.

How does CS Medes Hawler address safeguarding and student welfare?

The school emphasizes a safe and secure environment as part of daily life and supports wellbeing through mentoring. Specific safeguarding policies are not listed, but the environment is described as safe.

Is there a uniform policy at CS Medes Hawler?

KG1 to Grade 3 wear uniforms, and there have been events like Pajama Day indicating flexibility for special occasions. The information implies a uniform policy, with occasional non‑uniform events.

Who governs the school and what affiliations does it have?

CS Medes Hawler is a private Christian institution operating in Iraqi‑Kurdistan with permission from the Kurdistan Ministry of Education. It receives guidance from Franklin Classical School in the United States and is part of an international Christian school network.

Does CS Medes Hawler hold any accreditations or awards?

No accreditations or awards are listed in the available information. The school collaborates with Franklin Classical School and operates with MOE permission, supporting its international Christian classical model.

What languages are taught and how are Kurdish and KBK integrated?

English is the main instructional language for most core subjects; Kurdish is designated for Kurdish and related courses, and KBK is taught in Kurdish. Kindergarten 1 includes Kurdish instruction, with Grades 1–3 continuing a mix of English and Kurdish instruction.

Is the program bilingual or how is language provision structured?

The program is bilingual in English and Kurdish. In early grades, most subjects are taught in English, while Kurdish is used for Kurdish and KBK courses; Kurdish language instruction is included in Kindergarten and early grades.

What is the history and size of the CS Medes network?

The Classical School of the Medes operates in Sulaymaniyah (since 2001), Duhok (since 2002), and Erbil (since 2003), with over 2,500 students across campuses. The Hawler campus is part of this network and operates with MOE permission.

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