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American School of Kosova

Kosovo, Pristina

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Albanian
Fees €3,240 - 6,185
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 816
Type Co-educational
Opened 2003
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages German, Italian, Albanian, French
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

American School of Kosova (ASK) is a private, co-educational day school in Prishtina, Kosovo, founded in 2003. It delivers an American-style curriculum for students aged 2 to 18, drawing on AERO, Common Core, and California State Standards for K–12, with Advanced Placement options in the upper grades. In 2018 the school moved to a purpose-built campus with two buildings, landscaped grounds, and dedicated facilities for learning, recreation, and wellbeing. The campus features an amphitheater, a basketball court, a soccer field, a library, computer laboratories, science laboratories, and a cafeteria, with 24/7 security support. Academic divisions run Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, and High School. ASK offers extensive extracurriculars spanning sports, arts, music, drama, and community service. A signature program is Creativity Action Service (CAS), requiring 100 hours over four years for high school students. ASKMUN, language clubs, and varied after-school activities enrich the student experience in Prishtina.

Remzi Hoxha Str. No.01, Shkabaj 10000, Prishtina, Kosova

The Essentials

American School of Kosova has 816 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English, Albanian.

Location
Remzi Hoxha Str. No.01, Shkabaj 10000, Prishtina, Kosova. The school is located in Shkabaj, Prishtina. Transport bookings are available via the transport booking page.

Stages
Preschool (2-3 years), Kindergarten (4–5), Elementary (grades 1-5), Middle School (grades 6-8), High School (grades 9-12).

Type
Private school established in 2003.

Pupil Nationality Mix
There are about 25 nationalities at ASK. Approximately 80% of the students are Kosovar Albanians, about 10% are American, and the rest are from other countries of Europe, Asia, Australia, and Africa.

Additional learning support
Language & Learning Support includes English as a Second Language and Learning Support programs. ESL and Learning Support services provide pull-out and push-in instruction, in-class differentiation, accommodations, and an Individual Learning Plan as needed.

Country affiliation
Kosovo.

School day structure
School runs from 07:45 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. After-school clubs and activities are available.

Bus service
There is an arranged transport service. Transport bookings are made via the transport page, including a form for name, grade, address, and dates.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniforms are obligatory for students in Grades 1–12. The uniform package costs 240 € and includes 1 Polo Shirt – short sleeve, 1 Polo Shirt – long sleeve, 2 Basic T-shirts, 1 Cardigan, 1 Set of Tracksuit, 2 Pairs of Pants, 1 Pair of Shorts. The uniform package is payable within the first week of signing the contract.

Food Options
There is a cafeteria on campus. The monthly menu is provided to parents and students at the beginning of each month.

Governance and Ownership
ASK is a private school established in 2003. Ardian Hoxha serves as Superintendent (and founder) and Granit Berisha is the Managing Director. The school is accredited by AdvancED-Cognia since 2005 and by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology since 2003; the Academic Leadership Team includes Merita Ajdini (Elementary/Middle School Principal) and Fexhrije Sela (Early Childhood Education Principal).
Fees

Annual tuition at American School of Kosova ranges from EUR 3,240 to EUR 6,185 for 2026/27.

Application fee and initial deposit
- Application fee: No separate application fee is specified. A registration/security deposit of EUR 500 is payable within the first week of signing the enrollment contract.

Tuition fees — annual and installment breakdown (Academic Year 2026/2027)
- Elementary School (Grades 1–5): EUR 4,790 per academic year.
- One-installment payment: EUR 4,790 due by the full-payment deadline.
- Two-installment option (3% total surcharge): Total = EUR 4,933.70; each installment = EUR 2,466.85 (50% on each due date).
- Four-installment option (5% total surcharge): Total = EUR 5,029.50; each installment = EUR 1,257.38 (four equal payments).

- Middle School (Grades 6–8): EUR 5,290 per academic year.
- One-installment payment: EUR 5,290 due by the full-payment deadline.
- Two-installment option (3% surcharge): Total = EUR 5,448.70; each installment = EUR 2,724.35.
- Four-installment option (5% surcharge): Total = EUR 5,554.50; each installment = EUR 1,388.63.

- High School (Grades 9–10): EUR 5,690 per academic year.
- One-installment payment: EUR 5,690 due by the full-payment deadline.
- Two-installment option (3% surcharge): Total = EUR 5,860.70; each installment = EUR 2,930.35.
- Four-installment option (5% surcharge): Total = EUR 5,974.50; each installment = EUR 1,493.63.

- High School (Grades 11–12): EUR 5,890 per academic year.
- One-installment payment: EUR 5,890 due by the full-payment deadline.
- Two-installment option (3% surcharge): Total = EUR 6,066.70; each installment = EUR 3,033.35.
- Four-installment option (5% surcharge): Total = EUR 6,184.50; each installment = EUR 1,546.13.

- PreKindergarten and Kindergarten (monthly basis):
- PreKindergarten (18 months–3 years): EUR 270 per month.
- Kindergarten 4 (age 4–5): EUR 300 per month (annual tuition includes summer and winter camp where noted).
- Kindergarten 5 (age 5–6): EUR 330 per month (annual tuition includes summer and winter camp where noted).

Payment schedule and payment terms (dates and installment rules)
- Standard payment deadlines for the 2026/2027 academic year:
- One-installment (full payment) is due by August 14, 2026.
- Two-installment option: 50% due by August 14, 2026; remaining 50% due by January 15, 2027. A 3% surcharge applies to the total.
- Four-installment option: 25% due by August 14, 2026; 25% due by October 20, 2026; 25% due by December 18, 2026; 25% due by February 19, 2027. A 5% surcharge applies to the total.
- Payment through BKT Kosova financing: Available up to 20 installments with 0% interest (applications processed through BKT Kosova). Note: the early-payment discount does not apply if campaign criteria are not met.
- Additional billing terms:
- A EUR 500 deposit is payable within the first week of signing the contract.
- For enrollment that covers only one semester, tuition billing is based on 60% of the annual tuition.

Discounts and sibling reductions
- Early-registration discounts for the 2026/2027 year:
- 5% tuition discount for existing ASK students who pay the full amount by July 1, 2026.
- 10% tuition discount for new students who enroll by July 1, 2026.
- Sibling discounts:
- Second child: 10% discount on tuition.
- Third child and subsequent children: 15% discount on tuition.

Uniforms and other mandatory/optional costs
- Uniform package (mandatory for Grades 1–12): EUR 240 one-time package payable within the first week of signing the contract; package includes polo shirts, t‑shirts, cardigan, tracksuit set, pants, and shorts as listed.
- Food service:
- For Preschool–Kindergarten (18 months–5 years): Food is obligatory at EUR 100 per month (includes breakfast, morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack).
- For Grades 1–12: Regular pre-paid canteen plan (optional) EUR 1,000 per academic year. Grades 5–12 may use a school food card on a pay-per-item basis; cash payments in the canteen are not accepted. Parents can monitor card transactions and set spending limits; lost-card replacement fee is EUR 10.
- Other potential costs to consider (typical but billed separately as applicable): extracurricular activities, trips, exams, textbooks, technology requirements or optional services (details and pricing are processed through school billing and contracts).

Boarding
- Boarding: The school does not operate a boarding programme; no boarding fees apply.

Refunds and withdrawal billing
- Enrollment for a single semester is billed at 60% of the annual tuition rate. A EUR 500 deposit is required on signing the contract. Specific refund terms for deposit returns or tuition refunds on withdrawal are handled through the school's enrollment contract and its payment terms.

Fee payment options
- Available payment arrangements: single full payment, two-installment plan (3% surcharge), four-installment plan (5% surcharge), or financing via BKT Kosova (up to 20 interest-free installments).
- Food-card system: Grades 5–12 use a prepaid/pay-per-product food card for canteen purchases; cash is not accepted in the canteen.

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Academics

American School of Kosova teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows a U.S. style curriculum based on standards identified in the AERO (American Education Reaches Out), Common Core, and California State Standards for grades K-12.

Exam Results
Senior students have been accepted to universities including Harvard, University of Pennsylvania, Groningen, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Mastricht, Hult Business School, Webster University, and other institutions.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates have been admitted to universities including Harvard, University of Pennsylvania, Groningen, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Mastricht, Hult International Business School, Webster University, and other institutions.

Gifted and Talented
The Language and Learning Support (LLS) Program includes a Talented and Gifted (TAG) track, and an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) is developed for students identified as gifted.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides Social Emotional Counseling across all divisions from Preschool through High School. The Preschool page lists Social Emotional Counseling and Social Emotional Learning Standards, including Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Social Awareness, Relationship Skills, Responsible Decision Making, and Approaches to Play and Physical Development & Well-Being. Counseling covers emotional regulation and stress management to help children understand how their emotions influence behavior. The Advisory Program supports social-emotional growth, leadership, and friendship; in Early Years, homeroom teachers engage with students daily, in Grades 3–5 teachers teach daily, and in Grades 6–12 students meet with their homeroom teacher three days a week. A full-time counselor serves Preschool–Grade 12, offering individual support addressing personal and interpersonal problems, goal setting, organization, relationships, bullying, anger management, depression, stress, and suicide, and can facilitate small-group sessions to develop listening and social skills. The Elementary School uses Leader In Me to develop leadership and life skills as part of SEL.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Language & Learning Support (LLS) Program serves students with a variety of educational needs. The professional team includes Learning Support, Talented and Gifted (TAG), social, emotional, or behavioral coaching, and English as a Second Language (ESL). Services include pull-out and push-in instruction, mainstreaming in-class support, and a student-centered professional coaching program for teachers. Student Success Team (SST) meets regularly to discuss referred students and plan support interventions.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school follows a U.S.-style curriculum based on standards identified in AERO, Common Core, and California State Standards for grades K-12, which were adapted to meet the ESL needs of the ASK community. English as a Second Language (ESL) and Learning Support programs are in place to foster student well-being and success by supporting language development and overall learning goals.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental well-being is addressed through Social Emotional Counseling and the ESL/LLS framework. A full-time counselor for Preschool–Grade 12 provides individual support on issues such as personal and interpersonal problems, goal setting, relationships, stress, bullying, depression, and self-image, and can facilitate small-group sessions to build social skills. The Advisory Program focuses on emotional health, leadership, and social interaction, with structured routines across grade levels to support well-being.

Safeguarding
Safety and Security measures include 24/7 security monitoring with six guards secured by Besa Security, extensive camera and alarm coverage, and collaboration with security experts from the US Embassy. The school maintains an Emergency & Fire Safety plan with trained staff and regular drills. The school states it takes adequate measures in consultation with parents to ensure a safe and inclusive atmosphere where every child feels valued and respected.
Parent Experience

History
The school was established in 2003 by founder Ardian Hoxha. In November 2018 ASK moved into a state-of-the-art, purpose-built campus with two buildings and a landscaped environment. ASK began in a renovated city-center building near the Newborn Sculpture, with a second elementary building in Matiqan, and grew from 105 students and 8 teachers to about 816 students ages 2–18 with 50 faculty members and a full administrative team.

Community
The school serves a diverse community with about 25 nationalities represented. ASK offers extensive sports, arts and drama, and a wide range of clubs and activities including student government, community and social service, ecology, Model United Nations, a newsletter, and basketball. Events are regularly held through the school calendar. Leader in Me is being implemented to develop leadership and positive learning habits among students.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The divisions are Preschool (2-3), Kindergarten (4–5), Elementary (grades 1–5), Middle School (grades 6–8), and High School (grades 9–12). The campus yard is enriched with an amphitheater, climbing apparatus, a basketball court, a soccer field, and a blacktop for ball games. The ASK Library is open during the school day for borrowing books and quiet study. The kitchen and cafeteria provide meals and drinks based on healthy options. Security is monitored 24/7 by a guard team with cameras, in cooperation with security experts from the US Embassy.

Sports Facilities
There is a basketball court on campus. There is a soccer field on campus. The campus yard includes a blacktop for ball games. The campus supports an extensive sports program as part of extracurricular activities.

Academic Facilities
There are classroom buildings, a resource center and library. There are two computer laboratories. There are four science laboratories. There is a cafeteria.

Extra Curricular Facilities
ASK offers an extensive sports program, arts and crafts, music and drama, and a wide range of clubs and activities. Clubs include student government, community and social service, ecology, Model United Nations, and a school newsletter; basketball is among the activities. Creativity Action Service (CAS) is a structured program with 100 hours of additional hours across four years for high school students. CAS hours are categorized into Creativity, Action, and Service. There are opportunities for after-school activities and sports teams.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Creativity Action Service (CAS) is a high school program designed to stretch students' potential and help them learn to the best of their abilities. There are no grades for CAS, and students complete 100 hours of CAS across four years in Creativity, Action, and Service. The program includes two sessions of about thirty minutes each week, exposing students to a variety of ideas and activities and emphasizing teamwork and leadership. Examples include creative projects such as film or drama, art or music, and participation in poetry clubs or writing competitions.

Arts & Creative
Creativity Action Service fosters creative expression through activities that involve creative thinking and exploration of imagination. CAS includes activities such as film or drama clubs, art or music, poetry clubs, and writing competitions, providing opportunities for creative engagement outside the classroom.

Cultural & Language
Language and cultural activities are supported through after-school offerings that include foreign languages. The school participates in Model United Nations through the ASKMUN program, with delegations competing at events such as HagaMUN.

Social & Hobbies
After School Activities provide opportunities for sports, crafts, academics, foreign languages, creativity, and music. The program runs from 3:00 to 5:00 pm to support safe, supervised exploration of personal interests and friendship-building outside the classroom.

Community & Service
Service is a key component of CAS; students complete 100 hours of CAS over four years and contribute to the ASK or Prishtina community through activities such as charity clubs and groups supporting Down Syndrome.

Leadership & Professional
CAS assigns leadership roles to students, strengthening leadership, confidence, and independence as they take on responsibilities within activities and service projects.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Action hours include physical activities that promote a healthy lifestyle, with opportunities such as Sports Day or community running events, reflecting a focus on physical well-being alongside academic and social growth.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the primary language of instruction. ESL and Language & Learning Support (LLS) programs support students' English language development and learning needs. Albanian language work is introduced in the Early Years. The Language & Learning Support Program Description lists ESL and learning-support services, including pull-out and push-in instruction.

Bilingual Teaching
The school teaches in English and Albanian. All instruction occurs first in English and then Albanian, and the Preschool program immerses students in an English-speaking environment with Albanian introduced. The Hand in Hand program supports home–school collaboration in language learning.

Immersion Programs
Preschool provides an English-speaking immersion environment in the early years. Albanian language elements are introduced as part of the program. The Hand in Hand program supports family involvement to reinforce language learning.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
Cognia (AdvancED) accreditation; MASHT recognition (Kosovo Ministry of Education). Cognia ranks ASK above the network average in recent reviews. The school is described as having Cognia accreditation for Pre-K–12 and for high school. MASHT is noted as part of the accreditation framework.
Admissions

Admissions
American School of Kosova is a private school established in 2003, serving children from age 2 (Preschool) to age 18 (completion of high school). Divisions include Preschool (2-3 years old), Kindergarten (4–5 years old), Elementary school (grades 1-5), Middle School (grades 6-8), and High School (grades 9-12). It follows a U.S.-style curriculum based on standards identified in the AERO (American Education Reaches Out), Common Core, and California State Standards for grades K-12, adapted to meet the ESL (English as a Second Language) needs of the ASK community and to comply with Kosovar Ministry of Education requirements. There is an individualized learning program tailored to each student. For a visit or tour, contact +383 49 935 120 or [email protected], and online appointments are available if abroad.
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