Finnish International School and Kindergarten – Kurdistan

Iraq, Erbil

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Fees Fees not listed

Ages 3 - 8 years

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Academic offering

Curriculum Finnish Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum

Typical class size 10

Strengths Academic Enrichment

Clubs Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies, Leadership and Professional

Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School

Introduction

Finnish International School and Kindergarten – Kurdistan offers a Finnish-national core curriculum blended with Kurdistan Region standards for ages 3 to 8. The program is thematic, integrated and child-centered, designed to support strong academic learning while developing the whole child. It emphasizes higher-level cognitive skills, cultural competences, multi-literacy, ICT competence and entrepreneurship, with families actively involved in education. The school uses Personal Learning Plans for each student and supports holistic development through an educated team of learning assistants, social workers and nurses. Facilities include an Assembly Hall, a dedicated drop-off/pick-up zone, a library as a versatile learning space, and access to devices such as iPads, desktops and laptops. Personal devices are used under policy; supervision begins at 08:00 in Assembly Hall and the end of the day is 15:00, with bus departure from bus gate. Evacuation drills occur termly, and Health and Safety plans govern transport, arranged with Talos Transport.

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220 Kurani Ainkawa, Str. #4, Gulan Street, Behind Galleria Mall, Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq

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The Essentials

Location

Finnish International School and Kindergarten (FISK) is located at 220 Kurani Ainkawa, Str.

4, Gulan Street, Behind Galleria Mall, Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq. It is in the Kurani Ainkawa area of Erbil, near the Galleria Mall.

Stages

Pre-KG (3-year-olds); KG1 (4-year-olds); KG2 (5-year-olds); Grade 1–3 (6–8-year-olds).

Country affiliation

Finland

School day structure

KG 1–2: 07:30–08:00 morning supervision; 08:00–08:30 breakfast; 08:30–10:30 classes; 10:30–10:45 break; 10:45–12:15 classes; 12:15–12:45 lunch; 12:45–15:00 ECA; end of school day 15:00 (bus leaving time). Grade 1–3: 08:00–08:30 breakfast; 08:30–11:00 classes; 11:00–11:15 break; 11:15–12:45 classes; 12:45–13:15 lunch; 13:15–15:00 ECA; end of school day 15:00.

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Fees

Application and assessment fees
- Assessment (application) fee: US$50.00, paid in advance in cash; non-refundable.
- Seat reservation fee: US$1,000.00, payable after a successful assessment and acceptance; this amount is deducted from the first tuition invoice. Existing students are asked to pay the seat reservation fee at the beginning of June each year; newly admitted students who register before the academic year should pay the US$1,000 seat reservation fee on acceptance.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and per-term guidance)
- KG1 & KG2: Annual tuition US$3,000.00.
- When the annual tuition is split into three equal term instalments (the school year is divided into three terms), the per-term amount would be US$1,000.00 (calculated as US$3,000.00 ÷ 3). This per-term figure applies only if the parent elects or is invoiced for three equal instalments.
- Grades 1–4: Annual tuition US$3,500.00.
- When the annual tuition is split into three equal term instalments, the per-term amount would be US$1,166.67 (US$3,500.00 ÷ 3). This per-term figure applies only if the parent elects or is invoiced for three equal instalments.
- Payment flexibility noted in the school materials: tuition is invoiced for the full academic year but may be paid in instalments; the handbook describes options including division into three instalments based on invoice due dates and also references tuition payable in 1–9 instalments with the first instalment due before the first day of school. Parents should follow the specific invoice/payment schedule issued for the relevant year.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is invoiced for a full academic year. The annual fee should be paid before the first day of the academic year or divided into instalments as shown on the invoice. Overdue or unpaid fees at the start of a term will result in the student not being admitted to school for that term; unpaid fees during a term may result in withholding of progress reports and exclusion from lessons until payment is received.
- The annual tuition covers tuition only; it does not include books, uniforms, food, transportation, some trips within the Kurdistan Region, trips outside Iraq, or certain extra‑curricular activities, all of which are charged separately.

Boarding fees
- No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed in the school handbook and published fee schedule; no boarding charges are provided.

Other costs and typical additional fees
- Books: US$250.00, payable at the beginning of the school year.
- Uniform: US$150.00, payable at the time of purchase. The school requires the FISK jacket and specific uniform items; a supplier price list is available from the school's supplier.
- Food (school meals): US$500.00, payable in three instalments at the beginning of each semester as described in the fee schedule.
- Transportation: US$40.00–US$70.00 per month (paid directly to the transportation company).
- Lost or damaged books and school property: charged at cost up to 100% of purchase cost. Fees for extra‑curricular activities are set by the school and charged separately.

Refund information
- All fees collected are stated as non-refundable. Parents are responsible for ensuring fees are paid on time even if payment is made by a sponsor or employer; any shortfall remains the parents' liability.

Fee payment options
- Accepted payment methods: wire transfer to the school bank account (parents pay any transfer charges), cash or check deposited directly to the bank account, or cash payment at the Finance Office. For wire transfers or direct deposits, proof of payment (deposit slip or bank transfer details) must be provided to the Finance Office or emailed to finance@finnishschool-krd.com with parent and student details. Contact for finance enquiries: finance@finnishschool-krd.com, +964 751 740 8529.

Note about the figures provided above: the numeric fee items and the policies quoted are taken from the school's published FISK handbook and fee schedule material (FISK Fee Schedule as presented in the school handbook). The handbook presents the listed fee amounts and the payment rules (including the non-refundable policy and instalment options). Parents should follow the formal invoice and payment schedule issued by the school for the applicable academic year.

Academics

Curriculum

The FISK curriculum combines the Finnish National Core Curriculum with Kurdistan Region standards. It is designed to be thematic, integrated and child-centered, enabling strong academic learning alongside development of the child as a whole. The program emphasizes higher level cognitive skills, cultural competences, multi-literacy, ICT competence and entrepreneurship, with active involvement of families in education.

Student Teacher Ratio

Class size: 10 students per class.

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Admissions

1. Placement Policy for Academic Year 2019–2020. The school admission board will decide the acceptance of each applicant. The school will inform you by email whether your child can be admitted to FISK. 2. Class placement and sizes. Pre-KG is for 3-year-olds. KG1 is for 4-year-olds. KG2 is for 5-year-olds; Grade 1–3 is for 6–8-year-olds. Each class size is 10.

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FAQs

Where is the Finnish International School and Kindergarten – Kurdistan located?

The school is at 220 Kurani Ainkawa, Str. #4, Gulan Street, Behind Galleria Mall, Erbil, in the Kurani Ainkawa area near the Galleria Mall.

What ages does FISK Kurdistan serve?

The age range is 3 to 8 years old, covering Pre-KG (3-year-olds), KG1 (4), KG2 (5), and Grade 1–3 (6–8).

What curriculum does FISK Kurdistan follow?

The FISK curriculum blends the Finnish National Core Curriculum with Kurdistan Region standards; it is thematic, integrated and child-centered, emphasizing higher-level cognitive skills, cultural competences, multi-literacy, ICT competence and entrepreneurship, with active family involvement.

What are the application and seat reservation fees?

The application/assessment fee is US$50 (non-refundable). A seat reservation fee of US$1,000 is paid after acceptance and is deducted from the first tuition invoice; existing students pay the seat reservation at the start of June each year, while new admissions pay on acceptance.

What are the tuition fees for KG and Grades 1–3, and are instalments available?

KG1–KG2 tuition is US$3,000 per year; Grades 1–3 tuition is US$3,500 per year. Tuition can be invoiced for the full year and may be paid in instalments, with roughly US$1,000 per term for KG and US$1,166.67 per term for Grades 1–3 if paying in three instalments.

What other costs should I expect, and what about refunds and payment methods?

Other costs include Books US$250, Uniform US$150, Food US$500, and Transportation US$40–70 per month. All fees are non-refundable; tuition covers only tuition and additional items are charged separately. Payments can be made by wire transfer, cash, or check, with proof of payment required.

What is the class size at FISK Kurdistan?

Class size is 10 students per class, which supports more individualized attention and participation.

How is the curriculum delivered and what cross-cutting skills are included?

The curriculum blends the Finnish National Core Curriculum with Kurdistan Region standards and is designed to be thematic, integrated and child-centered. It emphasizes higher-level cognitive skills, cultural competences, multi-literacy, ICT competence and entrepreneurship, with Personal Learning Plans and active family involvement.

What academic support is available for students?

A multi-professional Student Welfare Team, including a Vice Principal, School Counselor, Special Needs Teachers and a School Nurse, coordinates general, intensified and special support as needed; learning assistants and other expert staff are available to help.

What facilities support learning at FISK Kurdistan?

Facilities include an Assembly Hall, a dedicated drop-off/pick-up zone, a library for reading and projects, and a device-rich learning environment with iPads, desktops and laptops. There is also a Health and Safety Plan with termly evacuation drills.

How are personal devices used at school?

The school provides learning devices and allows students to use their own devices before and after school; devices must be used in accordance with the FISK policy, and the school is not responsible for personal devices.

When and how are extracurricular activities scheduled?

Extracurricular activities for KG1-2 are scheduled after regular classes from 12:45 to 15:00, with the official end of the school day at 15:00.

What kind of leadership or life-skill focus does the curriculum include?

The curriculum includes working life skills and entrepreneurship, with an emphasis on participation, empowerment and responsibility.

Are there arts or cultural activities as part of the program?

Cultural competences and self-expression are cross-cutting skills in the curriculum; while specific clubs aren't listed, students have opportunities for cultural learning through ECAs.

How does FISK Kurdistan support students with special needs or EAL?

Special Needs support is provided through dedicated Special Needs Teachers and a multi-professional Student Welfare Team, with general, intensified and special levels of support and early intervention, coordinated with families.

What mental wellbeing and safeguarding measures are in place?

There is a full-time on-site school nurse, a Health and Safety Team with first aid and fire safety training, and termly evacuation drills. Safeguarding is supported by the Health & Safety & Environment Team and the Student Welfare Team, which oversees attendance and wellbeing.

What teams coordinate student wellbeing?

The Student Welfare Team, including the Vice Principal, School Counselor, Special Needs Teachers and the School Nurse, coordinates care as needed, with ongoing collaboration with families.

What is the uniform policy at FISK Kurdistan?

Students must wear the school/sports uniform at all times unless Free Dress Days are allowed; a jacket must be a FISK jacket; students wear black enclosed shoes with black socks, and a plain royal blue scarf if worn.

What is the daily schedule for KG and for Grade 1–3?

KG1-2 follow a day from 07:30–15:00 with 08:00–08:30 breakfast, 08:30–10:30/12:15 class blocks, 12:15–12:45 lunch, 12:45–15:00 ECA and bus departure at 15:00. Grade 1–3 have 08:00–15:00 days with 08:30–11:00 classes, 11:00–11:15 break, 11:15–12:45 classes, 12:45–13:15 lunch, 13:15–15:00 ECA.

How does the school involve parents in the community?

Home-School Cooperation is central, with parents welcome to join classes and speak with staff. The school also has a Parent Association (PA) that promotes parental involvement, fundraising and constructive partnerships with the school.

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