International Schools in Turkmenistan

Last updated 13 July 2026

About international schools in Turkmenistan

International-school options in Turkmenistan are small and are almost entirely concentrated in the capital, Ashgabat, where an English-medium, QSI-run international school sits alongside a Russian-language joint Turkmen - Russian school and a few employer or embassy-run language schools (French and Turkish). The English option follows Quality Schools International’s mastery model with US-style pathways and published annual tuition (for example, roughly US$24,000 a year for elementary and secondary places at the QSI school), while the Pushkin joint school follows a Russian-language programme and the Bouygues/MLF French provision uses French curricula at primary level with CNED and similar arrangements for older learners. State schools teach in Turkmen and are run under national systems; they are free for citizens but are not normally used by expatriate families seeking an international curriculum. Places are limited, the QSI school runs on a three-term billing/calendar and has fixed age cut-offs for entry, so relocating families should expect to enquire early, confirm visa/registration requirements, and prepare either for limited local places or for alternatives such as regional schools or boarding abroad for older children.

Compare 1 international schools in Turkmenistan. Filter by curriculum, fees (average TMT 12,006), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 1 schools · avg fee TMT 12,006

Schools listed: 1
Curricula: 3
Average annual fee: TMT 12,006
Fee range: TMT 111 – 23,900
Most common curriculum: Advanced Placement (AP) (1 schools)
Average school size: 283 pupils
Largest by enrolment: Ashgabat International School
Oldest: Ashgabat International School (1994)

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Ashgabat International School

Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum · Ages 2 to 18

TMT 111 - 23,900

Ages 2 to 18 years

Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum

Instructs in English

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Choosing an international school in Turkmenistan

Curricula

There are 1 international schools in Turkmenistan covering 3 curricula. The most widely offered are Advanced Placement (AP) (1), American Curriculum (1), Bespoke Curriculum (1). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.

Fees & what they cover

Annual tuition across Turkmenistan runs from about TMT 111 to TMT 23,900, averaging roughly TMT 12,006. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.

Admissions & timing

Sought-after schools in Turkmenistan run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.

Boarding

Most schools here are day schools; check individual profiles for any boarding options.

How doris stays impartial

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FAQs for Turkmenistan

How many international schools are there in Turkmenistan and where are they located?

International and internationally oriented schools are few and are concentrated in Ashgabat. The main English-language international option is the Ashgabat International School (QSI), while the Alexander Pushkin Joint Turkmen - Russian Secondary School provides a Russian-language pathway; there are also employer/embassy schools (for example a French MLF/Bouygues primary provision and Turkish-language schools) that serve specific communities. Expect limited choice outside the capital.

What curricula and languages of instruction can I expect?

The primary English-medium international offer follows Quality Schools International’s mastery model with US-style sequencing and Advanced Placement options in secondary years, taught in English. The Joint Turkmen - Russian school follows a Russian curriculum and instruction in Russian, while the Bouygues/MLF school provides French-language primary education (with CNED or equivalent arrangements often used for middle and upper years) and Turkish-language schools teach in Turkish. State schools use Turkmen as the language of instruction.

How much do international schools in Turkmenistan cost?

Fees vary widely by provider: the QSI Ashgabat school publishes a three-term tuition schedule and example annual tuition of about US$23,900 for school-age children (with lower fees for preschool places and separate application/capital-fund charges). Employer- or embassy-run schools may be subsidised for staff families and state schools are free for Turkmen citizens, so families should check each school’s published fee schedule and any additional charges such as capital funds, testing or late-enrolment fees.

When should we apply and what is the admissions rhythm?

The international English-medium school in Ashgabat operates on a multi-term academic calendar with published term billing and specific age cut-offs for entry (for example preschool age cut-offs set to 31 October in the QSI preschool handbook); places are limited so families are advised to enquire and apply well before the start of term. Employer, embassy or company schools often coordinate enrolment with project rotations or contracted staff intake, and some families plan secondary education abroad if local places are not available. Always check the current school calendar, enrolment windows and visa/registration requirements before relocating.

What should parents look for when comparing the small number of options here?

Confirm the language of instruction, the curriculum and recognised qualifications (for example QSI/US-style pathways, AP availability, Russian or French accreditation), published fees and what those fees include, and the school’s experience supporting English language learners or children new to the curriculum. Also check practical details that matter for relocation: campus security and health arrangements, transport, enrolment cut-offs and waiting-list practices, and whether the school has experience helping older students with university or boarding-school transitions abroad.