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01 Lead

A thoughtful beginning for lifelong learning

A place to learn with confidence.

A warm, international early-years community in Duhok, designed around wonder, belonging, and confident first steps.

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02 A living education
Learn
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03 A living education
Live

Our foundation

Education that reaches beyond the classroom.

At Oxford International School, learning is both ambitious and personal. We create space for every student to discover their strengths, contribute their ideas, and feel that they belong.

See what guides us

Our Vision

To inspire lifelong learners who pursue excellence, lead with integrity, and live with purpose.

Our north star for every learner.

Our Mission

From intention to impact.

Every stage of learning is designed to help each child grow in knowledge, confidence, character, and purpose.

Chapter 01

Purposeful Education

We provide an internationally recognised education that fosters academic excellence and personal growth.

Chapter 02

Curious & Confident Minds

Meaningful experiences encourage exploration, critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and independence.

Chapter 03

Ownership, Skills & Character

Each learner discovers their strengths, takes ownership, respects diverse perspectives, and builds the skills to thrive.

Chapter 04

Community & Belonging

Families and educators create a community where every child is challenged, supported, valued, and inspired.

The destination

Prepared to thrive in school, university, and life.

Learn Lead Live
Discover our approach

How we learn

Rooted in values.
Ready for the world.

Our approach brings academic learning and personal growth together, giving students the tools to think independently and act with care.

01

Curiosity

Learning begins with thoughtful questions, open minds, and the confidence to explore.

02

Character

Respect, responsibility, and kindness shape how our students learn and lead.

03

Community

Students, families, and educators grow stronger when we move forward together.

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A connected community

Every learner is known, valued, and encouraged.

School is at its best when students feel supported. Our community is built on partnership, thoughtful guidance, and shared pride in every step forward.

Belonging Partnership Possibility
Oxford International School Duhok

Oxford School System

Your school day, connected.

One familiar, trusted starting point for the whole Oxford International School community.