Cambridge International School – Hawler

Iraq, Erbil

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages Not listed

Type Co-educational

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels

Taught languages Arabic

Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages

Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional

Stages Early Years, Primary School

Introduction

Cambridge International School Hawler is independent, co-educational day school on Koya Road, Beside Hiwa City, Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq. It delivers international education with English as the language of instruction and follows the Cambridge Curriculum Framework, offering Cambridge Primary, Secondary, IGCSE, and Cambridge International AS Levels and A Levels. The school serves local and international families and provides learning from Early Childhood through Grade 6, with a student-centred approach that is appropriately challenging. As part of Cambridge Educational Services – Kurdistan (CESK), it emphasizes inclusive practice and celebrates international diversity, while Kurdish and Arabic are taught as official languages in Iraq. The campus features KG-2 playing area, ICT lab with 31 computers, art and music studios, library, and four science laboratories with interactive whiteboards. There is a sports hall, astroturf football field, a nurse, buses, and cafeteria services under development. Experiential learning, leadership training, and community service underpin the extracurricular program.

home.hawler.cesk-edu.com

Koya road, Beside Hiwa City, Erbil, Kurdistan, Iraq

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The Essentials

Location

Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq. Cambridge International School Hawler is an independent private co-educational day school. It follows the Cambridge Curriculum Framework. The new campus is located in Hiwa City on Koye Street; address is Koya Road, Beside Hiwa City, Erbil, Kurdistan.

Stages

Early Childhood through Grade 6

Type

Independent private co-educational day school

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Summary of availability
- Cambridge International School – Hawler (CISH) operates as an independent private co‑educational day school serving Early Childhood through Grade 6.

Application fees
- No published application or enrolment fee amount is publicly available for the 2026/27 academic year (or for 2025/26). Parents must request the current application/enrolment fee directly from the school using the contact details below.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school has not published a detailed fee schedule that lists tuition per term or per year by year group for 2026/27 or 2025/26. No specific per‑term or per‑year tuition figures for Early Childhood, Reception, or Grade levels are publicly available. Parents should obtain the official tuition schedule directly from the school.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- There is no publicly posted billing schedule or set of payment terms (for example: number of instalments, due dates, late‑payment penalties, or discounts) available for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. Clarification of the school's billing cycle (annual, termly, monthly), accepted payment deadlines, and any penalties for late payment must be confirmed with the school.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The school is described as a day school; boarding facilities are not part of its stated operation. Therefore boarding fees are not applicable.

Other costs and typical additional fees
- No published amounts are available for additional costs such as uniforms, textbooks, school meals, transport, extracurricular activities, examination fees, registration fees, or activity trips for the requested academic years. Parents should ask the school for a full breakdown of any ancillary charges and whether costs such as uniforms and textbooks are included in tuition or billed separately.

Refund information
- No publicly stated refund policy (for withdrawal, cancellation, deposits, or tuition refunds) is available for 2026/27 or 2025/26. Refund eligibility, deadlines, and procedures must be provided by the school at the point of enrolment.

Fee payment options
- The school's publicly available pages do not list accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit/debit card, cash, or online payment portal). Confirm accepted payment channels and whether there are any charges for card/bank payments directly with the school.

How to obtain the official fee schedule and payment terms
- Use the school's published contact details to request the current, itemised fee schedule and the school's full payment and refund policies:
- Phone: +964 750 523 6767 or +964 750 201 3837.
- Email: hawler@cesk-edu.com (or the general CESK contact addresses listed for the Hawler branch).

Brief note on information located
- A public, itemised fee schedule for Cambridge International School – Hawler for the 2026/27 academic year (or for 2025/26) was not found on the school's publicly accessible pages. The school is presented as a day school serving Early Childhood through Grade 6, and contact details are available for direct enquiries. For precise figures (application fee, tuition per term/year by year group, billing schedule, refund terms, and payment methods), request the official fee document from the school using the contact details above.

Academics

Curriculum

The Cambridge International School - Hawler provides an international education with English as the language of instruction. It follows the Cambridge Curriculum Framework and delivers a rigorous Cambridge curriculum program for students from Early Childhood through Grade 6. The school serves local and international families in Erbil-Kurdistan. The program is well-balanced, student-centered and appropriately challenging for all learners. It is complemented by a broad extracurricular program, including visual and performing arts and extensive sports opportunities at intra-mural and varsity levels.

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Admissions

1. Admissions process: Together with the completed Application for Admission form, all applicants must provide: copy of ID, two passport photographs, copies of previous school reports, copy of medical and vaccination report, and a completed Medical Emergency form. Successful admission depends on providing all relevant documentation. Applications must be supported with copies of school report cards or transcripts from previous academic years, and applicants may include additional documentation of achievements or reports relating to the applicant's ability to learn in a regular school environment.

2. Diagnostic tests: All applicants seeking admission to Cambridge International School from Grade 1 and up are required to take written diagnostic tests in English and Mathematics. The diagnostic test fee is 50 USD. The test helps determine the student's level, with a passing percentage of 50%. Written tests in English and Mathematics are not administered to Early Childhood or Grade 1; at this level, admission is determined by the principal after reviewing the Application for Admission Form, all subsequent documentation, and interviewing the student and the parents.

3. Language and English proficiency: The language of instruction and communication at CESK is English. Students seeking admission are expected to be proficient users of English appropriate to their age and grade level, in line with the language requirements at their grade level. An adequate degree of English proficiency in both academic and communicative language is necessary.

4. Timing and application planning: Parents are requested to apply as early as possible as there is no deadline for the application. Seats depend on the availability at each school.

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FAQs

Where is Cambridge International School – Hawler located?

The campus is in Erbil, Kurdistan Region, on Koya Road beside Hiwa City. Cambridge International School – Hawler operates as an independent private co-educational day school.

What grade levels does the school serve and what curriculum does it follow?

The school serves Early Childhood through Grade 6. It follows the Cambridge Curriculum Framework with English as the language of instruction.

Is Cambridge International School – Hawler a day school or a boarding school, and is it co-educational?

It is a day school and co-educational. Boarding facilities are not part of the school's operation.

What documents are required to apply for admission?

To apply, you must submit a completed Application for Admission, a copy of ID, two passport photographs, copies of previous school reports, a medical and vaccination report, and a Medical Emergency form. You may also need transcripts from previous years and any additional achievement reports.

Are tuition fees or application fees published publicly, and how can I obtain the official fee schedule?

Publicly published tuition or application fee amounts are not available. To obtain the current application/enrolment fee and the official tuition schedule, contact the school by phone or email (Hawler branch) to request the documentation.

Is there a diagnostic test for admissions and what does it involve?

Yes. For Grade 1 and above, applicants must take written English and Mathematics diagnostic tests, with a test fee of 50 USD and a passing threshold of 50%. Early Childhood and Grade 1 admissions are determined by the principal after reviewing the application, documents, and conducting an interview.

What curriculum is used at Cambridge International School – Hawler, and what language is used for instruction?

The Cambridge Curriculum Framework is used for Early Childhood through Grade 6, with English as the language of instruction. The program is described as well-balanced, student-centered and appropriately challenging.

What opportunities exist for leadership, experiential learning and community service inside the curriculum?

The school offers leadership programs and a dedicated community service component as part of its experiential learning approach, alongside a broad extracurricular program.

Are exam results or higher-education progression information publicly published?

Exam results and higher-education progression data are not publicly published. Families are encouraged to discuss progress with teachers and school leaders.

What academic facilities does the campus provide?

Academic facilities include an ICT lab with 31 computers, four fully equipped science laboratories with interactive whiteboards, a well-stocked library, and dedicated art and music studios.

What sports and physical-education facilities are available on campus?

There is a multi-purpose sports hall for PE and a standard-sized astroturf football field; a separate KG-2 playing area supports younger students.

Is there health and transport provision on campus?

There is a full-time nurse in a hygienic medical room on campus, and student transport is provided by air-conditioned buses. The on-site cafeteria is under construction with meals provided by a private company.

What extracurricular activities are offered beyond academics?

The school offers visual and performing arts and extensive sports at intra-mural and varsity levels, complemented by a broad extracurricular program.

Are leadership programs and community service part of student life?

Yes, leadership programs and a dedicated community service component are part of the school's experiential learning approach.

Is experiential learning and global citizenship emphasized in the program?

Yes, the program emphasizes experiential learning, leadership development and preparing students for global citizenship.

What wellbeing and safeguarding provisions are in place?

The school emphasizes SEL with values such as positive self-esteem and safe lifestyles, and there is a full-time nurse on campus to support student welfare.

Does the school provide SEN or EAL support?

SEN and EAL provision details are not published; families should inquire directly for specifics.

How is mental wellbeing addressed at the school?

Mental wellbeing details are not published, but wellbeing is supported through the school's SEL program and overall focus on student welfare.

Is Cambridge International School – Hawler a boarding or day school?

It is a day school; boarding facilities are not part of its operation.

Is there a school uniform, and what is the dress code?

Uniform details are not publicly available; please confirm with the school.

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