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About CSM

The Classical School of the Medes (CSM) is an international network of Christian schools in Iraqi-Kurdistan with an English-based instructional approach.

  • Sulaymaniyah (established in 2001)
  • Duhok (established in 2002)
  • Erbil (established in 2003)

At present, over 2,500 students are enrolled across these institutions.

College Preparatory Program

From KG through Grade 12, students complete all required credits and prepare for AP and SAT examinations.

A team of educators from the United States collaborates with local administrators to design and improve the curriculum.

Accreditation & Oversight

CSM operates with full permission of the Ministry of Education in Kurdistan and receives professional guidance from Franklin Classical School (FCS) in the United States.

Core Values & Inclusivity

CSM is a private Christian institution delivering quality education within the Christian Classical model with emphasis on moral development.

CSM maintains a policy of non-discrimination regarding religion, race, color, gender, economic status, or national and ethnic background.

Educational Philosophy

CSM follows the classical education model, with English-language instruction for all subjects except Arabic, Kurdish, and Komalayati (National Studies).

The classical framework is a three-stage process aimed at developing the mind:

  1. Early Years: Absorbing information.
  2. Middle School: Logical reasoning.
  3. High School: Clear articulation of thought.

Learning Approach

  • Language-based learning as the core medium.
  • Structured progression from facts → logic → expression.
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Unity

The Classical School of the Medes (CSM) operates under the full permission and authority of the Ministry of Education in Kurdistan and receives professional support from Franklin Classical School (FCS) located in the United States of America. CSM is a private, Christian school that seeks to provide quality education based on the Christian Classical model of education with strong emphasis on moral development within the context of a Christian worldview. CSM does not discriminate based on religion, race, color, gender, economic status, or national or ethnic origin.

Philosophy

The Classical School of the Medes (CSM) is committed to delivering a high-quality education that places a significant emphasis on moral development. Our teaching methodologies are aligned with developmental stages: younger learners focus on fundamentals; older students build critical thinking, writing, and speaking.

  • Encourage lifelong learning and self-expression.
  • Inspire students to love and serve God, family, and community.
  • Provide a safe, outstanding educational environment.
  • Instill respect for cultural heritage and identity.
  • Foster responsibility for actions and attitudes.
  • Inspire purpose and destiny, individually and nationally.
  • Promote exploration of the world around them.
  • Equip students to be independent and productive citizens.

Through this philosophy, CSM aims to develop well-rounded individuals who contribute meaningfully to society.