Cambridge International School – Capital City

Iraq, Erbil

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees IQD 2,500

Ages Not listed

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)

Taught languages Arabic

Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Service and Sustainability

Clubs Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Community and Service

Stages Primary School, Secondary School

Introduction

Cambridge International School – Capital City is part of Cambridge Educational Services in Kurdistan and offers Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Secondary programs. The Capital City campus is located at 100m Avenue, Airport Road, Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq. The school serves students in the Kurdistan Region and provides a structured, academically rigorous program from primary through secondary levels. The campus combines a comprehensive academic curriculum with a broad extracurricular program. Students participate in vibrant visual and performing arts and an extensive sports program with opportunities at intra-mural and varsity levels. The school supports experiential learning opportunities and leadership development through targeted initiatives. Community service is integrated into the extracurricular program, reinforcing social responsibility. The overall approach emphasizes high-quality teaching, student engagement, and opportunities to apply learning beyond the classroom. The environment fosters collaboration, inquiry, and respect for diverse cultures, while maintaining a clear progression pathway within Cambridge Programs for students.

capitalwebsite.cesk-edu.com

100m Avenue, Airport road, Empire World square, Erbil, Kurdistan

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Location

Cambridge International School - Capital City is located at 100m Avenue, Airport Road, Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq. The Cambridge International Schools network operates seven branches across Iraq, including Hawler (Erbil), Kurdistan, Queen Anne, Sulaimani, Permam, and Capital City in Erbil.

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Iraq (Kurdistan Region)

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Fees

Application / Registration fee
- Registration (seat reservation): USD 1,000 — non‑refundable; payable as the first installment to reserve a place.

Tuition fees by year group (detailed)
- Year 10 – Year 12: Annual tuition USD 2,500.

Per‑term / instalment detail for Year 10–12 (tuition only)
- Instalment structure (tuition cumulative):
- 50% of annual tuition — USD 1,250 due 1 September.
- 75% of annual tuition — cumulative USD 1,875 due 1 December (additional USD 625 from the 50% point).
- 100% of annual tuition — cumulative USD 2,500 due 1 February (final USD 625).
- Note: the USD 1,000 registration payment is charged as the first installment to reserve the place; the instalment schedule above applies to the tuition balance.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Required sequence: registration (first installment) at enrolment, then tuition instalments as listed above (50% by 1 September, 75% by 1 December, 100% by 1 February).
- Late‑payment penalty: USD 5 per day will be levied on overdue accounts. Persistent late payment can affect reregistration for the following academic year.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not listed as a service for this campus. The school operates as a day school with optional services for transport and meals. Optional transport and meal fees are detailed below.

Other compulsory and optional costs
- Books, copybooks and stationery (annual): USD 200 for Year 10–12.
- Uniform fee (annual): USD 100 for Year 10–12; due prior to the start of the academic year.
- Transportation (optional, annual plan): USD 600 – USD 700 for Year 10–12.
- Meals (optional, annual plan – morning snack & lunch): USD 700 for Year 10–12.

Refund information
- The USD 1,000 registration (seat reservation) payment is explicitly non‑refundable.

Fee payment options and contact for payment arrangements
- Parents are required to make the registration payment and subsequent instalments according to the billing schedule above. For accepted payment channels (bank transfer, card, in‑person payment or other methods) and for account or invoicing details, contact the school's accounts / admissions office using the published campus contact numbers.

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Admissions

1. Start the Capital City Private High School online application form. The form is available in English, Kurdish, and Arabic. It begins with Student Information and collects the student's full name, gender, email address, phone number, birthday, and address, and asks for the grade being applied for as well as nationality, place of birth, ID number, native language, religion, and language spoken at home. It also asks whether the child has previously attended another Cambridge International School campus.

2. Provide Health Information. The form asks whether the child has any impairments, including ADHD, physical disabilities, hearing, sight, or speech issues, or other conditions. It also asks whether the child is currently taking any medicine and, if so, to specify the medicine. This information helps the school plan appropriate support.

3. Complete Family Information. The form collects information for the first guardian and the second guardian, including full name, relation to the student, occupation, company, business address, business email, and personal contact numbers, as well as home address. It asks whether the parents speak English and for marital status.

4. Provide Emergency Contact Information. The form requires two emergency contacts with name, relationship, and phone number. This ensures the school can reach someone quickly in an emergency.

5. Optional Services. The form offers optional services such as meals and transportation. It asks if meals are required and whether transportation is needed; if transportation is not required, it asks for the name and relationship of the person who will pick up and drop off the student.

6. Educational Fees and Payment. The Year 10-12 educational fee is USD 2,500 per academic year. There is a 10% family discount for the second and third child. A USD 1,000 non-refundable registration fee is required to reserve a seat. The second installment is 50% of tuition due on September 1, 2021; the third installment is 75% due on December 1, 2021; and the fourth installment is 100% due on February 1, 2022. Books, Copybooks and Stationery Fees are USD 200 per year. The Uniform Fee is USD 100 per year.

7. Other Optional Fees. Transportation is USD 600-700 per year; Meals are USD 700 per year.

8. Application Checklist and Submission. The application checklist includes a Copy of Passport. The form can be completed and submitted by filling out the required fields and submitting the application.

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FAQs

Where is Cambridge International School – Capital City located?

It is located at 100m Avenue, Airport Road, Erbil, in the Kurdistan region of Iraq. Cambridge International School – Capital City is part of Cambridge Educational Services, which operates seven Cambridge International Schools across Iraq. The head of school is Gulikhan Othman.

What type of school is Cambridge International School – Capital City?

It is a co-educational day school. Boarding is not offered, and transport and meals are available as optional services.

Who is the head of Cambridge International School – Capital City?

The head of school is Gulikhan Othman. They lead the school's academic and pastoral programs.

What is the annual tuition for Year 10-12 and what about registration?

Year 10-12 tuition is USD 2,500 per year. There is a USD 1,000 non-refundable registration fee to reserve a seat. Additional annual costs include books and stationery (USD 200) and the uniform (USD 100).

How is tuition paid throughout the year?

Tuition is paid in installments: 50% due by 1 September, 75% by 1 December (an extra USD 625 from the 50% point), and 100% by 1 February. A late payment penalty of USD 5 per day applies to overdue accounts. The registration payment is the first installment, with tuition installments following.

Is there a family discount?

Yes. There is a 10% family discount for the second and third child in the same family, applied to tuition.

What does the admissions process involve?

The process starts with an online application form available in English, Kurdish, and Arabic. The form collects student information, health information, family details, emergency contacts, and optional services, and requires a passport copy for the application.

What is the focus of the academic program?

The school offers a challenging academic program complemented by a broad extracurricular program, with emphasis on experiential learning, leadership development, and community service.

How does the school prepare students for higher education?

The English-language program supports enquiry-based learning to develop essential academic skills. The school aims to provide the qualifications needed to access university programs, along with leadership and community service experiences.

Do you have information on exam results or class sizes?

Specific information on exam results and class sizes isn't provided in the available data.

What arts and sports opportunities does Capital City offer?

The school features vibrant visual and performing arts and maintains an extensive sports program at intramural and varsity levels. There is a broad extracurricular program and leadership opportunities.

What extracurricular activities are available?

Students can participate in arts, sports, leadership programs, and community service, with unique experiential learning opportunities designed to develop leadership and social responsibility.

What language of instruction is used, and is there language support?

All teaching is conducted in English by qualified teachers. Kurdish and Arabic are official languages in Iraq and are taught as part of the language provision.

How does safeguarding and student wellbeing work?

The environment is safe and orderly, with prompt handling of bullying and a focus on mental wellbeing. Families are engaged through two annual parent meetings to participate in learning.

Is there SEN support?

Specific SEN provisions aren't listed in the available information. The school emphasizes safeguarding and an inclusive climate, but detailed SEN services aren't specified.

Is boarding offered at Capital City?

Boarding is not offered; the campus operates as a day school with optional transport and meals.

Is there a uniform, and what does it cost?

Yes, there is a uniform with an annual fee of USD 100.

Are there bilingual or immersion programs?

There is no information indicating bilingual or immersion programs. English is the language of instruction, and Kurdish and Arabic are official languages in Iraq.

How is the school connected to Cambridge Educational Services?

Cambridge International School – Capital City is part of Cambridge Educational Services (CESK), which operates seven Cambridge International School campuses across Iraq. The Capital City campus is located in Erbil.

Are there opportunities for family involvement or community events?

Families are engaged through two annual parent meetings. The school emphasizes community service and leadership opportunities as part of its extracurricular and community programs.

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