Compare British Curriculum International Schools in Tajikistan

Instructs in English, Russian

Pupils 500

Type Co-educational

Contofield International School is an English-medium international school in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, established in 2012. The campus hosts students from Tajikistan and more than 29 nationalities in a diverse setting. The school follows a British-adapted curriculum with a strong STEM emphasis and is officially registered as a Cambridge International School, offering Cambridge IGCSE, AS Level, and A Level courses. For Grade 12, students can obtain a Canadian High School Diploma (Ontario board) through a distance-learning program with a partner Canadian school accredited by the Ontario board. Core subjects include English, Mathematics, Science, Social/Cultural Studies, Information Technology, Arts, Music, Physical Education, Dance, Drama, and Craft, with additional focus on self-identity and cultural awareness in the middle years. The school emphasizes experiential, project-based learning and regular assessments. Extracurriculars include Chess, Drama, Dance, Arts and Music, as well as a Student Council that coordinates events and service initiatives, promoting leadership and wellbeing across Grades 1-11.

Location

Located in Dushanbe, Tajikistan at Bokhoro 2, near Alfemo. It is described as being in the heart of Dushanbe City. The campus serves students from multiple nationalities and is accessible to residents of the city.

Stages

Kindergarten to Grade 12, with Grade 12 offered via a Canadian High School Diploma (Ontario board) through a distance learning program with a partnered Canadian school.

Type

International school offering a British-adapted curriculum with Cambridge International School accreditation and Canadian Accredited School status.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Students and staff come from over 29 nationalities.

Additional learning support

Additional language support may be available for students transitioning between curricula.

Country affiliation

Tajikistan

Summary statement
- No published, itemised fee schedule for the 2026/27 academic year is publicly available in the school's published materials. A prospectus listing exists but does not show fee amounts in the accessible page preview.

Application fees
- No amount for an application or non-refundable application fee is publicly listed in the school's accessible materials. No specific application fee figure for 2026/27 or 2025/26 could be found.

Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year group)
- No per-term or per-year tuition figures by year group (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, High School) are published in the school's accessible prospectus listing for 2025 or later. There are no publicly available numeric tuition rates for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years in the materials located.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No published billing schedule (for example: annual, termly, monthly), payment deadlines, late-payment penalties, or installment plan details were found in the school's publicly accessible materials.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- There is no public mention of boarding provision or boarding fees in the accessible school information. No boarding fee schedule is available.

Other costs and additional charges
- No public schedule was found for other mandatory or typical charges such as registration/acceptance fees, building/maintenance levies, uniforms, textbooks, examination fees, transport (bus) fees, meals, extracurricular activity fees, instrument or music lesson fees, or field-trip charges. No specific amounts are published in the accessible prospectus listing.

Refund information
- No published refund, withdrawal, or cancellation policy (including refund timelines or pro‑rata refund rules) was located in the accessible materials for 2025 or 2026.

Fee payment options
- No publicly stated accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, local currency cash, international wire transfer, credit/debit card, online payment portal) are listed in the accessible school materials.

Brief note on findings and insufficiency
- A downloadable prospectus file (CIS-Prospectus-2024-2025-1.pdf) is linked from the school's prospectus page, but fee amounts and a complete fee schedule were not visible in the accessible preview or page content. Because a full fee schedule was not retrievable from the accessible materials, no numeric fee figures for the requested academic years (2026/27 or 2025/26) can be provided here.

Curriculum

The school offers a British-adapted curriculum with a strong STEM focus, taught in English from Kindergarten through High School. It is officially registered as a Cambridge International School, offering Cambridge IGCSE, AS Level and A Level courses. For Grade 12, Contofield provides a Canadian High School Diploma (Ontario board) via a distant learning program in collaboration with a partner Canadian school accredited by the Ontario board. The curriculum covers English (Reading, Listening, Speaking, Grammar, Composition, Spelling and Writing), Mathematics, Social / Cultural Studies (History, Geography), Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), Information Technology, Arts, Music, Physical Education, Dance, Drama, Chess and Craft. Regular evaluation includes fixed-term assessments, weekly tests, daily homework and extensive classwork, complemented by projects, presentations and experiments.

Higher Education Progression

Cambridge qualifications provide a pathway to higher education, with internationally benchmarked IGCSE, AS Level and A Level courses that prepare students to apply to universities in the UK, Canada, the US, Europe and beyond.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Contofield International School celebrates diversity with students and staff from over 29 nationalities. The inclusive environment promotes collaboration, empathy, and understanding, laying the foundation for global citizenship. The school fosters integrity, respect, and compassion as core values in daily life. Through experiential learning and real-world experiences, students develop creativity, critical thinking, and personal growth. The school emphasizes leadership development and teamwork through a balanced mix of academics and extracurricular activities.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Entrance assessments may be required to determine placement in the English sector or the Russian sector. The school offers English-language instruction in the English sector and a Russian sector for language-balanced programming. Additional language support may be available for students transitioning between curricula. The school teaches in English.

Admissions

1. Eligibility and Expression of Interest
Age Requirements: Students must meet the age criteria set for their respective grade levels. The school reserves the right to verify age and academic records before admission.
Expression of Interest: Our school has an open door policy. Any student interested in admission is welcome to visit the school's premises and experience live classrooms, prior to formal admission.
Application Submission: All applications must be accompanied by the required documents, including:
✓ Previous school records.
✓ Birth certificate.
✓ Medical information.

2. Entrance Assessment
An entrance assessment may be required to evaluate the student's academic level and suitability for either the Russian or English sector, where felt required. The decision will be dependent on the Director and school's academic department.

3. Enrolment in Russian and English Sectors
Sector Placement
Students are assigned to the Russian or English sector based on:
✓ Parents preference
✓ Student language proficiency and educational background
✓ Availability of space in the classroom
Additional language support may be available for students transitioning between curricula. Options may be discussed with school's Director and academics department.

4. Admission Confirmation
✓ Enrolment Fee: Admission is only confirmed upon payment of a non-refundable enrolment fee.
✓ Acceptance Notification: Parents/guardians will receive an official confirmation letter of acceptance once the admission process is complete.
✓ Educational Journey: Congratulations! You are now part of Contofield.

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Dushanbe International School

Instructs in English, Persian

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupils 150

Type Co-educational

Dushanbe International School (DIS) is a Cambridge International School in Tajikistan for students aged 3 to 18. Established in 1997 as a joint venture between the Tajik Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Shelale Educational Corporation, DIS provides a continuous Cambridge curriculum from Kindergarten through AS and A Levels. The programme begins with a play-based yet structured Kindergarten approach to literacy, numeracy, and social skills, followed by Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary, leading to Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge AS/A Levels. The school is a Cambridge Exams Centre and is the only Cambridge International Education Accredited School in Tajikistan. DIS holds CIS accreditation (since 2020; renewed 2025) and registered as a UCAS centre in 2026. A calendar of theme weeks—English, Tajik, and Russian Language Weeks; Mathematics and Science Weeks; Arts and Music Week—supports language development, arts, and experiential learning. The mission emphasizes critical thinking, global citizenship, and access to universities worldwide, abroad.

Location

The school is located at Bofanda Street 9, Shohmansur district, Dushanbe, Tajikistan. Contact: +992 37 221 11 04; +992 55 500 11 04. Email: dis@dis.tj. Business hours: Mon–Fri 8 am–5 pm.

Stages

Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, AS and A Levels.

Type

Cambridge International School in Tajikistan (Cambridge curriculum from Primary to Advanced levels).

Country affiliation

Tajikistan

Application / Registration fee
- Registration (one-off): TJS 900 (paid only once).

Tuition fees (by year group) — amounts shown are per academic year unless otherwise noted
- Ages 2–5 (pre-K / early years): TJS 1,400 per month. Annual equivalent (9-month academic year): TJS 12,600.
- Kindergarten: TJS 1,700 per month. Annual equivalent (9-month academic year): TJS 15,300.
- Grades 1–4: TJS 35,700 per year. Per term (half-year): TJS 17,850. Per quarter (25%): TJS 8,925. Per month (if divided over 9 months): TJS 3,966.67.
- Grades 5–8: TJS 39,000 per year. Per term: TJS 19,500. Per quarter: TJS 9,750. Per month (9 months): TJS 4,333.33.
- Grades 9–11: TJS 42,840 per year. Per term: TJS 21,420. Per quarter: TJS 10,710. Per month (9 months): TJS 4,760.00.
- All tuition figures include 5% VAT.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school's academic year is 1 September–31 May and is organised as two terms (four accounting quarters). The quarters used for tuition accounting are: Quarter 1: 01 September–31 October; Quarter 2: 11 November–31 December; Quarter 3: 11 January–21 March; Quarter 4: 01 April–31 May.
- Tuition is normally divided over nine months; parents are required to pay the first three months in advance at the start of the year.
- If a student is admitted after 1 September, 50% of the tuition fee must be paid during the first week after admission (otherwise the amount is due by 1 September).

Refunds and late‑leaving / absence rules
- If a student leaves before the end of a term, the full quarter's fee for that quarter must still be paid.
- Examples given in the school's fee rules: if a student starts in September but leaves on 15 October, 25% of the annual tuition is retained; if a student leaves on 20 November, the full fee for the second quarter must be paid. If a student joins after the start of a quarter, the fee for that entire quarter is charged.
- Absences for any reason do not reduce tuition; there is no deduction for student absence.

What the tuition covers / other included costs
- For Grades 1–11 the tuition includes tuition itself, applicable taxes (VAT), a hot meal (lunch) and the right to use school textbooks.

Other costs and typical extras
- Registration fee (one-off): TJS 900, as noted above.
- Uniforms and personal school supplies are not listed as included in tuition; parents should expect to meet uniform and personal materials costs separately. Textbooks (use of school books) are included for Grades 1–11.

Boarding / accommodation fees
- The school operates as a day school; boarding accommodation and boarding fees are not offered.

Fee payment options and receipt
- Payment methods accepted: online payment via IBT24 or payment at the International Bank of Tajikistan. Parents receive a payment receipt. At least one instalment must be paid on admission.

Discounts and concessions
- Sibling discounts and academic‑achievement discounts are available under the school's published discount policy.

Key practical notes for parents
- Tuition is presented in Tajik Somoni (TJS) and includes VAT; billing uses quarters for accounting and the school requires advance instalments (first three months) within the 9‑month payment structure. Refunds and chargeable periods follow the quarter-based rules described above.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school provides a Cambridge-based curriculum designed to develop critical thinking, curiosity, and global citizenship, integrated with a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school supports students within an inclusive environment; specific SEN provisions are not detailed here.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is a primary medium of instruction via the Cambridge curriculum; other language offerings are not specified here.

Mental Wellbeing

A supportive environment is emphasized to foster student growth and engagement; specific mental wellbeing programs are not detailed here.

Safeguarding

Policies and procedures for safeguarding and child protection are in place as part of the school's governance and health & safety framework.

Admissions

1. Registration. Registration is the first step to enroll at Dushanbe International School. This initiates the enrollment process and provides a point of contact for admissions. Families are encouraged to start registration early to secure a place in the Cambridge curriculum program.

2. Entrance Exam and Interview. The student must pass an entrance exam and attend an interview. The entrance exams cover English, mathematics, and science; the tests are paper-based and can take up to two hours. After the exams, the student is invited to the interview, and the interview committee prepares a report that is sent to be approved by the head of the school.

3. Submitting Documents. The required documents include copies of both parents' passports, the student's birth certificate, eight passport-size photos, parents' employment certificate, residential certificate, medical certificate for the student, and a transcript from the former school. The school administration has to send the pre-approval letter of exception to the former school of the student in order to complete the process. These documents complete the enrollment file and enable pre-approval to be processed.

4. Signing Contract. After submitting documents, the family signs the enrollment contract. The contract formalizes enrollment and outlines the terms of the arrangement. A formal enrollment agreement marks the official transition to being a DIS student.

5. Financial Challan. A financial challan is issued as part of the payment process, and a payment receipt is provided. At least one installment must be paid to finalize enrollment. Payments can be made online via IBT24 or at the International Bank of Tajikistan.

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