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Classical School of the Medes – Sulaymaniyah

Iraq, Sulaymaniyah

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Korean, Arabic
Fees IQD 3,000,000 - 4,000,000
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 2519
Type Co-educational
Opened 2001
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Korean, Arabic
Strengths Sport, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Classical School of the Medes – Sulaymaniyah is part of an international Christian network of private schools in Iraqi-Kurdistan. Established in 2001, the Sulaymaniyah campus serves over 2,500 students and operates with the Kurdistan Ministry of Education's permission, guided by Franklin Classical School in the United States. The school offers a Christian Classical program taught in English, with a non-discrimination policy. The Kindergarten 1–Grade 3 curriculum covers English, Kurdish, KBK, Science, Humanities, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, and Art; English is the main language in most subjects, while Kurdish is taught as a language subject. Grades 9–12 require Mathematics, Language Arts, Humanities, Science, Arabic, Kurdish, Electives, Fine Arts, Civics, and Health & Physical Education. Graduates receive a diploma and transcript detailing grades and credits, with Latin Honors (Summa Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude, Cum Laude) and a Top Student designation. AP and SAT preparation and a College Preparatory Program support higher education; facilities include well-equipped classrooms, a library, sport clubs, and after-school programs.

20 St. Erbil Bakhtiari, Iraq

The Essentials

Classical School of the Medes – Sulaymaniyah has 2,519 pupils, instruction in English, Korean, Arabic.

Location
Sulaymaniyah, Iraqi-Kurdistan (Kurdistan Region, Iraq). The Classical School of the Medes operates three KG–12 campuses in Kurdistan: Sulaymaniyah, Duhok, and Erbil. The Sulaymaniyah campus uses English-language instruction for all subjects except Arabic, Kurdish, and Komalayati (National Studies).

Stages
KG through Grade 12. From KG through Grade 12, students complete all required credits and prepare for AP and SAT examinations.

Type
Private Christian school

Country affiliation
Iraqi-Kurdistan (Kurdistan Region, Iraq)

Religious affiliation
Christian
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school has a cafeteria on campus. Lunch is included as a daily unit in Kindergarten 1.

Governance and Ownership
The Classical School of the Medes is an international network of Christian schools in Iraqi-Kurdistan. It operates as a private Christian institution with full permission and authority from the Kurdistan Ministry of Education and receives professional guidance from Franklin Classical School (FCS) in the United States. English-language instruction is used for all subjects except Arabic, Kurdish, and Komalayati (National Studies).
Fees

Annual tuition at Classical School of the Medes – Sulaymaniyah ranges from IQD 3,000,000 to IQD 4,000,000 for 2026/27.

Academic year referenced
- Fee schedule and payment dates shown below follow the published 2025–2026 academic-year schedule.

Application and admissions fees
- Application fee (all new applicants): IQD 50,000 (non‑refundable).
- Entrance/assessment fees:
- KG1 – Grade 6 (Elementary assessment): IQD 100,000.
- Grade 7 – 12 (Secondary assessment): IQD 200,000.

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts in IQD)
- Kindergarten (KG): 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 for admission year 2025 (all grades):
- 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.
- Important semester note: the school specifies a 50% tuition payment reference in relation to annual tuition and books and offers an installment plan (two‑payment option referenced). No discounts apply to the published tuition.

Boarding fees
- The school does not publish or list a boarding programme or boarding fees for the Sulaymaniyah campus in its published tuition materials; no separate boarding charges are included in the published schedule.

Other costs and typical additional charges
- The published schedule identifies the entrance/assessment fees above and refers to "annual tuition & books" in the context of payment; no separate, fixed amounts for uniforms, transport, cafeteria or other ancillary services are itemised in the school's published tuition page.

Refund information
- The application fee (IQD 50,000) is explicitly non‑refundable. No separate published refund schedule for tuition instalments or other fees is provided in the published tuition materials.

Fee payment options
- The school's published tuition page sets amounts and instalment dates but does not specify detailed payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, cash) in the published fee schedule. Contact the admissions or finance office for the available payment methods.
Academics

Classical School of the Medes – Sulaymaniyah teaches Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum.

Curriculum
Curriculum overview: Kindergarten 1 and Grades 1–3 cover English, Kurdish, KBK, Science, Humanities, Fairness, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, and Art. English is the instructional language for most subjects in Grades 1–3; Kurdish is taught as a language subject. The Academic Units Hub provides detailed weekly units per subject for the early years. Graduation requirements for Grades 9–12 include Mathematics, Language Arts, Humanities, Science, Arabic, Kurdish, Electives, Fine Arts, Civics, and Health & Physical Education. Post-graduation, graduates receive a diploma and transcript detailing grades and credits, which are essential for applying to local colleges and universities. Latin Honors include Summa Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude, and Cum Laude, and a Top Student designation is awarded.

Exam Results
A paper-based standardized exam covers Mathematics and English for grades 6 and 8 to assess academic advancement. From grade 9 onward, students take international tests (AP/SAT) for university applications and MOE college acceptance policies.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates receive a diploma and a transcript detailing grades and credits from grades 9 to 12; these documents are essential for applying to local colleges and universities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Safe and nurturing environment supports academic, social, and emotional growth. Our school counselors, administrators, and teachers are available to address concerns, and open communication between home and school is encouraged.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English-medium instruction.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing support is available through school counselors. The environment is safe and nurturing, enabling students to thrive socially and emotionally.

Safeguarding
Health and safety measures are in place to ensure the well-being of students and staff.
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. Sulaymaniyah was established in 2001, followed by Duhok in 2002 and Erbil in 2003. The network now enrolls over 2,500 students across its campuses and operates with the full permission of the Kurdistan Ministry of Education, receiving professional guidance from Franklin Classical School in the United States. CSM is a private Christian institution delivering education within the Christian Classical model with emphasis on moral development and a non-discrimination policy regarding religion, race, color, gender, economic status, or national and ethnic background.

Community
CSM maintains a connected community across Sulaymaniyah, Duhok, and Hawler campuses through campus newsletters (Duhok News, Hawler Updates, Sulaymaniy News) and the central blog Our Blog. The Community section also includes Newsletters, Podcasts, Photo Gallery, and Athletics.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school provides a safe and secure environment. It has well-equipped classrooms. Library and resources support reading and discovery. Sport clubs promote teamwork, discipline, and healthy lifestyles. Engaging, interactive lessons are delivered by qualified, inspiring teachers.

Sports Facilities
Sport clubs are offered to students. Soccer and swimming are highlighted as sports in the athletics program. After School Programs include athletics.

Academic Facilities
Library & Resources support study and discovery. Well-equipped classrooms support learning. Qualified, inspiring teachers lead engaging, interactive lessons. Study units, graduation requirements, and international exams are part of academics.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After School Programs are offered. Sport clubs are available to students. Traditional Kurdish wrestling is among the activities shown. CSM Podcast engages the community and offers learning beyond the classroom.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
From KG through Grade 12, students complete all required credits and prepare for AP and SAT examinations. A team of educators from the United States collaborates with local administrators to design and improve the curriculum. English-language instruction is used for all subjects except Arabic, Kurdish, and Komalayati (National Studies). The school follows a College Preparatory Program to prepare students for higher education and examinations.

Arts & Creative
Kindergarten 1 includes Music (3 times) and Drama (2 times). Grades 1–3 include Music, and Art appears in Grade Level One. The arts are taught in English.

Cultural & Language
English-language instruction is used for all subjects except Arabic, Kurdish, and Komalayati (National Studies). Kurdish is taught as a course with instruction in Kurdish.

Social & Hobbies
Sport Clubs are an integral part of student life. After School Programs provide opportunities across campuses to engage in athletics and related activities.

Leadership & Professional
From KG through Grade 12, students complete all required credits and prepare for AP and SAT examinations. A team of educators from the United States collaborates with local administrators to design and improve the curriculum. The school operates as a private Christian institution delivering education within the Christian Classical model and emphasizes moral development.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school provides a safe and secure environment and well-equipped classrooms. A library and resources are available to support learning. Sport Clubs and after-school athletic programs contribute to physical activity and teamwork.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the instructional language for most Grade 1–3 courses. Kurdish is taught as a subject in Grades 1–3 and KBK is offered as a Kurdish language course. KBK is a Kurdish language course. Kindergarten 1 includes Kurdish content in selected units.

Bilingual Teaching
English is the primary instructional language with Kurdish taught as a subject and used in select courses, indicating bilingual instruction from KG1 through Grade 3.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Entrance Exam. The school has a mandatory entrance exam for all applicants. It is a required part of the admissions process. It serves as the initial evaluation of applicants for admission. For detailed dates and campus-specific requirements, contact the admissions office.

2. Admissions Interview. The school has a family and student meeting as part of the admissions process. The interview involves a meeting with the family and student. For detailed dates and campus-specific requirements, contact the admissions office.
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