Ashgabat International School

Turkmenistan, Ashgabat

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees TMT 111 - 23,900

Ages 2 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 283

Type Co-educational

Opened 1994

Bus Service Yes

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Academic offering

Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum

Taught languages French, German, Russian

Typical class size 5

Strengths STEM, Languages, Performing Arts

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Kindergarten

Introduction

Ashgabat International School (AIS) is a private, nonprofit, coeducational international school serving ages 2–18. It provides English-language instruction within an American-style international framework. AIS follows a Mastery Learning model via the QSI Curriculum, organized into 10 instructional units with The Student Will Statements, and core areas of Reading, Writing, Mathematics, Science and Cultural Studies, plus Art, Library Skills, Music, Physical Education and Technology. After mastering English, students may study additional languages; Russian, Spanish and French are offered. AIS is a testing center for MAP, PSAT, SAT, GRE, TOEFL and AP courses, with MAP Growth assessments used in fall and spring to measure progress. The campus near U.S. Embassy features a library, equipped classrooms, five Computer Labs/Smart Hubs, a cafetorium, spaces for music, art and fitness, and outdoor fields plus a gym. The school runs Summer Camps, Saturday School, and events such as Science Fairs, Talent Shows, Language Nights, Literacy Weeks.

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Berzengi, Atatürk köçesi, Aşgabat, Turkmenistan

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The Essentials

Location

Berzengi, Ataturk St., Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

Stages

Pre-K through Secondary IV (Pre-K through 12)

Type

Private, nonprofit international school; coeducational; college-preparatory; English-language instruction; American-style international curriculum

Pupil Nationality Mix

Students from over 29 nationalities

Additional learning support

Intensive English language support for non-native English speakers; intensive English classes offered for up to two years

Country affiliation

Affiliated with the U.S. Department of State Office of Overseas Schools (AOS)

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Fees

Application fee
- One-time non-refundable application (registration) fee: US $300.

Capital Fund fee
- Annual Capital Fund fee for students aged 5 years and older: US $1,600. This fee may be paid in full or divided across terms. No Capital Fund fee is required for Turkmen (host‑country) families.

Tuition fees — 5 year‑old class and above (per term and per year)
- Term 1: US $9,500.
- Term 2: US $7,200.
- Term 3: US $7,200.
- Total per year (sum of three terms): US $23,900.
- Late enrollment fee (5 year‑old class and above): US $2,400.

Tuition fees — 2, 3 & 4 year‑old classes (per term and per year; half‑day and full‑day options)
- Term 1: Half‑day US $3,000; Full‑day US $4,100.
- Term 2: Half‑day US $2,400; Full‑day US $3,100.
- Term 3: Half‑day US $2,400; Full‑day US $3,100.
- Total per year: Half‑day US $7,800; Full‑day US $10,300.
- Late enrollment fee (preschool 2–4 year‑olds): US $800.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition and the Capital Fund are presented on a three‑term billing basis (Term 1, Term 2, Term 3). The Capital Fund may be paid in full or divided across terms; specific due dates and penalty/discount rules are not published on the tuition page. Late‑enrolment fees are specified for both preschool and 5+ age groups.

Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. Ashgabat International School operates as a day school.

Other costs and typical additional charges
- Exam / testing: the school is a certified SAT and TOEFL iBT testing center and the SAT registration fee is listed as US $111 (2025). Individual test registration fees apply and are charged separately.
- Late enrollment fees and the Capital Fund are additional to tuition (amounts shown above).
- The published tuition schedule does not itemize separate mandatory charges for uniforms, textbooks, school bus/transport, or boarding; those items are not listed on the public tuition page.

Refund and withdrawal information
- The tuition page does not publish a detailed refund or withdrawal schedule (specific refund percentages, deadlines, or administrative penalties are not listed on the tuition page). Refund or withdrawal terms are therefore not specified in the published tuition summary.

Academics

Curriculum

The school follows a Mastery Learning model. It offers a comprehensive Mastery Learning curriculum from age 2 through graduation. The QSI Curriculum embeds 21st Century skills and aligns with US standards, organized into 10 instructional units with The Student Will Statements. Core areas are Reading, Writing, Mathematics, Science, and Cultural Studies, with Art, Library Skills, Music, Physical Education and Technology also taught. If students have mastered English, they may study additional languages; Russian, Spanish and French are offered. AIS is a testing center for MAP, PSAT, SAT, GRE, TOEFL and AP Courses, with MAP Growth assessments used in fall and spring to measure progress.

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Admissions

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for Turkmen students, including current AIS students. The 2025–2026 scholarship timeline includes: application window April 7–18, 2025; tests April 21–23, 2025; scoring April 30, 2025; top 12 applicants interviewed May 5–6, 2025; recipients notified mid to late May 2025. Applications and the Scholarship Application form can be downloaded from AIS; scholarships are awarded by the Advisory Board based on academic excellence, financial need, and the applicant's potential to contribute to Turkmen people and culture as an adult. There are limited openings.

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FAQs

What curriculum does Ashgabat International School follow?

AIS follows a Mastery Learning model using the QSI Curriculum, aligned with US standards. Core areas include Reading, Writing, Mathematics, Science, and Cultural Studies, organised into 10 instructional units.

What ages does the school serve?

AIS serves students from age 2 through to age 18, covering Pre-K through Secondary IV (equivalent to grades Pre-K to 12).

What are the tuition fees?

Annual tuition is USD 23,900 for ages 5 and above, split across three terms. There is a one-time application fee of USD 300 and an annual Capital Fund fee of USD 1,600 (waived for Turkmen families).

How diverse is the student body?

AIS has 283 students representing over 29 nationalities, creating a diverse international community in Ashgabat.

What learning support is available?

A classroom support team meets weekly to address students' academic needs and develop individualised plans. The Intensive English Department provides up to two years of targeted support for English language learners.

Is there a school counsellor?

AIS has a virtual school counsellor who assists students with social and emotional needs. A virtual college counsellor supports secondary students with university applications.

What languages are taught?

English is the language of instruction. French, German, and Russian are offered as foreign languages for elementary students. Intensive English classes support non-native speakers.

What facilities does the campus have?

The purpose-built campus near the US Embassy includes a library, five computer labs, science labs, music and art rooms, a gymnasium, soccer field, track, tennis court, and separate playgrounds for younger and older students.

What extracurricular activities are available?

Activities include after-school clubs, a Whole School Science Fair, talent shows, Beatnik Poetry Night, Art and Music Extravaganza, and Saturday Family Recreation events.

When was the school founded?

AIS opened in April 1994 with about 15 students. It has grown to over 280 students and was for many years the only international school in Turkmenistan.

What safeguarding measures are in place?

AIS follows the CEESA Safeguarding and Child Protection Statement. The school cooperates with local and international authorities to protect children across all school environments.

Are scholarships available?

Scholarships are available for Turkmen students. The application process includes testing and scoring, with results communicated to families on a published timeline.

What is the EMPOWER programme?

EMPOWER provides weekly class time focused on social-emotional learning and safety, incorporating Success Orientations and building leadership-related skills alongside independent exploration.

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