Admissions at BISK – Join Our School Family in Erbil

Discover how to apply to the British International School of Kurdistan
and begin your child’s journey from Early Years to Secondary

Join our School Family

Choosing the right school is an important decision. At BISK, we guide families through a clear and supportive admissions process designed to help your child thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Our Admissions Team is available via email, phone, or in person to answer your questions and support you at every step.

We look forward to welcoming your family to BISK.

Celebrating 15 Years with 15 Reasons to Choose BISK!

BISK starts with EYFS in Early Years, then follows Pearson Edexcel from Year 1 to 9. From Year 10, students choose the British or the American stream to suit their future goals.

All students from Nursery to Year 3 join BISK’s structured swimming programme to build confidence and water safety skills.

Through our exclusive partnerships, BISK students train with elite coaches on the BISK campus.

BISK offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities where students can explore their interests in robotics, music, drama, chess, creative arts, and competitive sports.

At BISK, our four Houses create a strong sense of community while nurturing teamwork, leadership, and school spirit in every student.

BISK celebrates effort and achievement through a balanced system of merits, demerits, and end-of-semester awards

At BISK, passionate and experienced international educators create engaging lessons and foster strong student relationships.

We integrates robotics, coding, and digital tools into learning, encouraging curiosity and creativity from an early age.

Located on Mosul Road, the BISK campus features purpose-built learning spaces, science labs, creative zones, and secure outdoor play areas.

BISK students receive academic counselling, university guidance, and individual pastoral care to help them thrive in every aspect of life.

Through the BISK Parent App, families receive regular updates on academic progress, events, and school communication.

From KG1, children at BISK enjoy play-based learning alongside specialist lessons in Kurdish, Arabic, Music, and PE, while building early foundations in maths, literacy, and science. It’s the first step in a lifelong learning journey.

BISK celebrates cultural diversity and fosters a respectful, welcoming environment for all nationalities and backgrounds.

At BISK, students develop leadership skills through roles such as Class Captains and House Leaders, building confidence and responsibility.

BISK nurtures the whole child by focusing on academic success, emotional wellbeing, and personal character development.

Documents Required to Enrol

There is no application deadline, but it is best to start early.

Applications are accepted throughout the year based on availability. A “joining fee” is required to begin the process and cover administrative costs. Along with the application form, you’ll need to provide:

Proof of age and nationality (birth certificate or passport).
Medical reports, if any.
Previous school records.
Transfer certificate from a local Kurdish school or a letter from an international school, ratified by the Ministry of Education.
Six recent passport photos.
Vaccination records for Nursery, Reception, and Year 1 students.