Side view of the American International School campus in Duhok

Welcome

About AIS

An American standards-based learning community committed to quality, growth, and a progressively expanding high-school pathway.

AIS combines an American standards-based curriculum with local Ministry of Education requirements, supporting students across core and elective subjects.

The school is accredited by the Middle States Association and continues to develop its academic program through a carefully phased high-school rollout.

American Curriculum

American standards guide learning across core and elective subjects, alongside local requirements.

MSA Accreditation

Middle States Association accreditation supports continuous review and school improvement.

High School Academic Pathway

A complete Grades 9–12 structure being introduced progressively through 2028–2029.

Our Academic Direction

AIS High School is structured for Grades 9–12. Grades 9 and 10 are open in 2026–2027, with Grade 11 scheduled for 2027–2028 and Grade 12 for 2028–2029.

Learn More About AIS

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