A premium international school in Erbil where rigorous academics, character, creativity, and family partnership shape confident global citizens.
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A leading international school in Erbil | ASIC member | Pearson Edexcel curriculum and approved center

Universe International School

A premium international learning community in Erbil where students grow through strong academics, confident English communication, modern facilities, character education, and daily care. UIS supports families looking for one of the best international school experiences in Erbil.

Now welcoming families 2026-2027

Admissions guidance, school tours, and parent consultations are available through the UIS team.

ASIC MemberInternational membership recognizing our commitment to quality, improvement, and global education standards.
Pearson EdexcelOfficial curriculum pathway and approved center supporting internationally recognized academic progression.
9,000 m2Purpose-built campus in Baxtiary, Erbil with modern spaces for learning, creativity, sport, and student life.
2021Serving families in Erbil with a premium international school environment built on care, discipline, and ambition.
A school families can feel

Built for ambition, care, and belonging.

UIS is designed for parents who want more than a beautiful campus. The school experience is organized around clear communication, strong academics, respectful discipline, creative opportunity, and a daily sense of care that students can trust.

About UIS

Shaping the future with substance.

Universe International School is a premium international school in Baxtiary, Erbil, built for families who want strong academics, confident English learning, character education, and a caring school community. UIS is an ASIC member and a Pearson Edexcel approved center, offering an international curriculum pathway that supports students from kindergarten through GCSE preparation. Since opening in 2021, UIS has focused on creating a school environment where students are known, supported, challenged, and prepared for the future. Our 9,000-square-meter campus provides modern learning spaces, creative areas, sports facilities, and a structured daily routine that helps students grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

International Education in Erbil

Universe International School brings a serious international school experience to Erbil, combining English-medium learning, global academic expectations, and a respectful school culture rooted in family partnership and local values.

Pearson Edexcel Curriculum Pathway

UIS follows the Pearson Edexcel curriculum pathway and is an approved center, giving students access to internationally recognized learning standards and a clear academic route toward GCSE and future qualifications.

ASIC Membership and Quality Focus

Our ASIC membership reflects our commitment to continuous improvement, responsible school leadership, student support, safeguarding awareness, and a quality-focused international learning environment.

A Premium Campus for Student Growth

With a purpose-built 9,000-square-meter campus in Baxtiary, Erbil, UIS offers modern classrooms, learning spaces, creative areas, sports facilities, and a daily environment designed for confidence, discipline, and belonging.

Programs

From Kindergarten to International GCSE

Universe International School offers a clear international learning pathway for students from kindergarten through Grade 10. Our programs are designed to build confidence, English communication, academic discipline, creativity, character, and readiness for internationally recognized qualifications through the Pearson Edexcel curriculum pathway.

Universe International School programs
Academic pathway Kindergarten to International GCSE
Kindergarten
Kindergarten

Starting from Age 3

Our Kindergarten program welcomes children from age 3 into a warm, safe, and engaging environment. Students learn through purposeful play, early English exposure, numbers, stories, movement, creativity, social development, and daily routines that help them feel confident at school.

Grades 1-8
Grades 1-8

Strong Foundations and Subject Growth

From Grade 1 to Grade 8, students build strong academic foundations through English, Mathematics, Science, Kurdish, Arabic, ICT, art, music, physical education, values, and social learning. Lessons are structured to develop knowledge, discipline, curiosity, communication, and independent thinking.

Grades 9-10
Grades 9-10

Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Preparation

Grades 9 and 10 focus on International GCSE preparation through the Pearson Edexcel pathway. Students develop deeper subject understanding, exam skills, study discipline, academic confidence, and the readiness needed for recognized international qualifications and future study.

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Academic Excellence with Clear Standards

UIS supports students through structured lessons, regular assessment, strong English-medium instruction, and the Pearson Edexcel curriculum pathway. Our aim is to help every learner build knowledge, confidence, and the habits needed for GCSE preparation and future academic success.

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Character, Discipline, and Daily Care

A great school is not only measured by grades. We focus on respect, responsibility, confidence, kindness, attendance, behavior, and emotional growth so students feel safe, known, and ready to learn every day.

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A Strong Partnership with Families

Parents are essential partners in a child’s education. Through clear communication, digital portal access, academic updates, school notices, and responsive support, UIS keeps families connected to student progress and school life.

Learning journey

One pathway, carefully shaped at every age.

Kindergarten

Starting from Age 3

UIS welcomes children from age 3 into a warm kindergarten environment where they build early confidence, social skills, language, numbers, creativity, movement, and positive school routines through caring guidance and purposeful play.

Grades 1-5

Strong Primary Foundations

In the primary years, students develop essential skills in English, Mathematics, Science, Kurdish, Arabic, ICT, art, music, physical education, values, and communication. The focus is on confidence, discipline, curiosity, and strong academic habits.

Grades 6-8

Building Independence and Subject Depth

Students in Grades 6 to 8 strengthen subject knowledge, study skills, responsibility, teamwork, presentation skills, digital literacy, and critical thinking as they prepare for more advanced international learning.

Grades 9-10

International GCSE Preparation

Grades 9 and 10 focus on international GCSE preparation through the Pearson Edexcel pathway, helping students build the academic confidence, subject understanding, exam discipline, and future readiness needed for recognized international qualifications.

Facilities

A campus designed for focus, creativity, and movement.

Universe International School provides a purpose-built 9,000-square-meter campus in Baxtiary, Erbil, designed to support academic focus, creativity, movement, safety, and student well-being. Our facilities help students learn with confidence, explore new interests, and enjoy a balanced international school experience.

Modern Classrooms, Science and ICT Labs

Modern Classrooms, Science and ICT Labs

UIS classrooms and laboratories are designed for active learning, discussion, research, and practical exploration. Students benefit from modern learning spaces, science activities, ICT access, and an environment that supports the Pearson Edexcel curriculum pathway.

Creative Arts and Music Spaces

Creative Arts and Music Spaces

Creativity is an important part of student development. Our art and music spaces give students opportunities to express ideas, build confidence, develop imagination, perform, create, and enjoy a richer school life.

Sports Areas and Playgrounds

Sports Areas and Playgrounds

Physical activity supports health, confidence, teamwork, and discipline. UIS provides sports areas and playgrounds where students can move, play, train, cooperate, and build positive habits beyond the classroom.

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The UIS difference

A school that looks modern and works carefully.

Behind the premium campus experience is a serious operational culture: student records, parent communication, report cards, attendance, admissions, accounting, and school notices are supported by the UIS digital portal.

Parents portal
Contact

Start with a conversation.

At UIS, Erbil, we are always here to assist you. Whether you are a parent seeking admissions guidance, a professional looking for career opportunities, or a visitor with a general inquiry, our team is ready to help.

Admissions: info@uic-iq.com

Phone: +964 (0) 750 924 1244

Campus: Universe International School, Bakhtiary, Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq

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