CADMUS International School – Duhok

Iraq, Duhok

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English, Arabic

Fees IQD 3,060 - 4,160

Ages Not listed

Type Co-educational

Opened 2018

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Advanced Placement (AP)

Taught languages English, Arabic

Strengths STEM, Languages, Outdoor Education

Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service

Stages Kindergarten, Primary School, Secondary School, High School

Introduction

CADMUS International School in Duhok sits on Sumail Street in the Marina Area, Duhok, Kurdistan, Iraq. Opened in 2018 as the first CADMUS campus in Iraq, it welcomes students from KG1 to Grade 12 and operates within SABIS educational network. The curriculum blends SABIS framework with Cambridge IGCSE and Advanced Placement (AP), while ensuring fluency in English, Arabic, Kurdish, and a world language of the student's choice. English and mathematics are emphasized, with the sciences highlighted in secondary years to prepare for external exams such as IGCSE and AP. The campus is purpose-built and modern, with all KG1–Grade 12 classrooms featuring Interactive Whiteboards, independent Kindergarten section, outdoor playgrounds and fields, a mini-soccer pitch, an outdoor basketball court, a bright cafeteria, and science laboratories. Music and art are integral, supported by the Student Life Organization, which runs clubs, events, and leadership opportunities across nine departments and multiple cultural and service activities.

cadmusduhok.sabis.net

close to Kar city، Kar City، Duhok-Sumail Street, Marina area, Duhok, Iraq

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The Essentials

Location

The school is located in Duhok, Kurdistan Region, Iraq. The campus is on Duhok-Sumail Street, Marina Area, close to Kar City. The campus is new and purpose-built. The school provides a trilingual education in English, Arabic, and Kurdish.

Stages

KG1 to Grade 12

Additional learning support

Learning support is provided. The school offers teacher-led study groups; Prefects and Group Leaders; Peer Tutoring; Power Study Sessions; Academic Competitions; On-Demand Tutoring Videos. Advisory Classes start from Grade 7.

Country affiliation

Iraq

School day structure

Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Bus service

Transportation is provided by a third-party operator, with bus rules for pickup and drop-off; GPS tracking allows parents to monitor their child's transportation status.

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Fees

Application and registration fees
- Registration / joining fee: USD 500 per family (charged for new students; non‑refundable).

Tuition fees by year group (annual amounts; day students)
- KG1: USD 3,060 per year.
- KG2: USD 3,250 per year.
- Grade 1: USD 3,350 per year.
- Grade 2: USD 3,575 per year.
- Grade 3: USD 3,780 per year.
- Grade 4: USD 3,950 per year.
- Grade 5: USD 3,975 per year.
- Grade 6: USD 4,100 per year.
- Grade 7: USD 4,160 per year.

Per‑term / instalment amounts (payment structure)
- Payment may be made in full or by instalments. The school issues a three‑instalment schedule where each instalment covers that term's portion of tuition plus the term cafeteria charge; typical instalment due dates follow a Term 1 / Term 2 / Term 3 schedule. Approximate per‑term tuition can be calculated by dividing the annual tuition by three (for example, KG1: approximately USD 1,020 per term). The school also provides an option to split payments into multiple instalments.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard options: full payment or scheduled instalments tied to school terms; instalment dates are set in advance and may be adjusted when registration occurs. Instalments are due by the term dates published in the school's payment schedule. Late or missed payments are handled under the school's fee policies. Sibling discounts are applied to tuition for concurrently enrolled younger siblings: second child 10%, third child 15%, fourth and subsequent children 20%.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed as an offered provision for this campus; no boarding fee schedule is published for CADMUS International School – Duhok.

Other costs and compulsory charges
- Cafeteria (food service): USD 230 per term (recommended for KG1, KG2 and Grade 1), which equates to USD 690 per year if all terms are taken.
- School uniform: budget approximately USD 150–250 per year for a standard uniform set (actual cost varies by items and activities).
- Transportation / bus: provided through an external transport provider and charged separately; bus fees are set by the transport company.
- Books and learning resources: tuition includes the cost of printed books where specified and access to SABIS® e‑books and educational software. Students in upper grades are required to provide their own laptop/tablet as specified by the school; device prices/specifications are supplied on registration.

Refund information
- The registration / joining fee for new students is charged up‑front and is listed as non‑refundable. No separate, detailed public refund schedule for tuition instalments or other charges is published in the school's public fee document. Refunds or rebates for extended absence due to illness or other exceptional circumstances are considered under school policy and require written application where applicable.

Fee payment options and methods
- Accepted payment arrangements: full lump‑sum payment or instalment plans tied to the school's billing schedule. Specific payment methods (for example: bank transfer details, credit card acceptance, online payment portal or in‑person payment options) are not itemised in the publicly available fee document. Contact the school finance office to confirm available payment channels and any merchant surcharges for card payments.

Notes
- Sibling discounts, the registration charge and the items listed above are part of the school's published fee information. The school publishes a dedicated tuition fees document for the current academic cycle in the School Documents & Calendar section. For accuracy in your database, record the annual tuition amounts above and include the registration/joining fee, cafeteria and uniform cost ranges, sibling discount scale, and that transport is charged separately.

Academics

Curriculum

SABIS Educational System with an international curriculum. The curriculum covers a broad range of academic subjects and enables students to develop fluency in English, Arabic, Kurdish, and an additional world language of their choice. There is strong emphasis on English and math, as well as the sciences in secondary school, where students prepare for external exams such as the British-based IGCSEs and the U.S.-based Advanced Placement (AP) program.

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Admissions

1. Non-Selective Admission Policy: CADMUS International School – Duhok is highly academically oriented without being highly selective. The criterion for acceptance in a class is academic attainment, not age. Although age acts as a limiting factor, a three-year age range can be found in the same class. In general, any student willing to learn is accepted. 2. Placement Overview: There are no academic requirements for acceptance into Kindergarten (3 to 5 years). Prospective students at these levels are interviewed; they must be toilet-trained and able to speak and follow simple instructions. All other prospective students take diagnostic tests in the core subjects to determine if they have attained the minimum standard for each subject. The school then makes final placement decisions and can resort to strategies such as summer school or extra classes to help bring a student to the required level. Special academic support is taken very seriously by the school. 3. Enrollment Process: The admission process is intended to be personal and informative for all prospective families. There is no application deadline, but it is recommended that the admission process be initiated early. Applications are accepted on a space-available basis throughout the school year. A joining fee is payable to initiate the admission process and cover administrative costs. Along with the student application form, a copy of identity card or passport, two passport photographs, and the final school report from the previous school are required. 4. Testing: Students applying to enter Grades 2 and above sit for diagnostic tests as part of the admission process. Upon completion, the diagnostic tests are marked and a placement decision is made by the school. Appointments for diagnostic testing can be arranged via email at info@cadmusduhok.sabis.net or by calling +964 750 5444 222. 5. Admission Decisions: Admission decisions are made after careful evaluation of the candidates. Results of diagnostic testing and previous school records are considered on a case-by-case basis. Additional criteria for admission include motivation, social and emotional development, willingness to work hard, and the ability of CADMUS International School – Duhok to accommodate the needs of the candidate. 6. Registration: Once accepted and the required fees paid, a place for the student is reserved.

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FAQs

Where is CADMUS International School – Duhok located, and what is the campus like?

The campus is in Duhok, Kurdistan Region, Iraq, on Duhok-Sumail Street, Marina Area, near Kar City. It is a new, purpose-built facility designed to optimize learning and serves KG1 through Grade 12.

What age range and grade levels does CADMUS Duhok serve?

The school serves from KG1 through Grade 12. The youngest intake is around 3 years old, but the exact upper age range isn't specified in the available information.

What curriculum do you follow and what languages will my child learn?

CADMUS Duhok follows the SABIS Educational System with an international curriculum. Students develop fluency in English, Arabic, Kurdish, and an additional world language of their choice, with strong emphasis on English and math and the sciences in secondary.

What are the admission fees and tuition costs for CADMUS Duhok?

A non-refundable registration/joining fee of USD 500 is charged for new students. Annual tuition ranges from USD 3,060 for KG1 to USD 4,160 for Grade 7, with per-term amounts roughly three equal parts of the annual fee.

Are there payment options and sibling discounts available?

Parents can pay in full or via installments; the school offers a three-term payment schedule. Sibling discounts apply: 2nd child 10%, 3rd 15%, and 4th or more children 20%.

What other costs should families budget for, and is transport included?

Cafeteria is USD 230 per term, uniform costs USD 150–250 per year, and transport is handled by a third‑party operator and charged separately. Upper grades require students to provide their own laptop or tablet.

Do students take external exams like IGCSE or AP at CADMUS Duhok?

Yes. In secondary school, students prepare for British-based IGCSEs and the U.S.-based Advanced Placement (AP) exams.

How is student progress tracked and communicated to parents?

The school provides a 360° view of progress to keep students, teachers, and parents informed, with regular assessment. Learning support options are available, including teacher-led study groups, peer tutoring, and on-demand tutoring videos.

What facilities are available on the CADMUS Duhok campus?

All KG1–Grade 12 classrooms have Interactive Whiteboards. There is a separate Kindergarten area, outdoor playgrounds and sports fields (including a mini-soccer field and an outdoor basketball court), a modern cafeteria, and science laboratories.

What arts and performance facilities does the school offer?

Music education runs from KG1 to Grade 12 with instruments and theory; performances include choir concerts and annual shows. Art classes cover drawing, painting, mosaics, and other media, with art clubs run by the Student Life Organization.

How is sport and physical education integrated into the curriculum?

Physical Education is part of the core curriculum, with the Athletics Department offering supervised sports activities year-round and outdoor facilities to support athletic development and wellbeing.

What clubs and after-school activities are available?

The Student Life Organization (SLO) runs clubs, events, trips, and activities across nine departments, including arts, culture, and leadership experiences.

Are there leadership opportunities for students at CADMUS Duhok?

Yes. The Student Life Organization is student-led, with prefects organizing events, starting clubs, leading athletics, and developing leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.

Is community service part of student life?

Yes. The Outreach Department coordinates ambassadors to help integrate new students and leads or supports community service and charitable projects.

What wellbeing and safeguarding measures are in place?

Wellbeing is a core part of the program, with weekly advisory classes from Grade 7 for personal development and discussions on contemporary topics. The Athletics Department supports safety and welfare, and the school emphasizes a safe, nurturing environment overall.

Is there support for English language learners or other learning needs?

Yes. Students benefit from a trilingual program (English, Arabic, Kurdish) and the school offers learning support, including teacher-led study groups, peer tutoring, and on-demand tutoring videos.

How does CADMUS address mental wellbeing and safety?

Mental wellbeing is integrated into the curriculum and daily life, with a focus on safe and supportive environments, personal wellbeing, and development of 21st‑century skills such as leadership and resilience.

Is boarding offered at this campus?

Boarding is not listed as an offered provision for CADMUS International School – Duhok.

What about uniforms and meals at the campus?

Uniforms are required, with an approximate cost of USD 150–250 per year. The campus has a bright, modern cafeteria offering nutritious meals, though students may also bring meals from home.

Is there a house system or formal governance structure beyond SABIS?

There is no house system noted for this campus. CADMUS Duhok operates within the SABIS network, with governance and organizational structures defined by SABIS and the Student Life Organization.

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