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Richard Hayward (Principal); Azat Soultanov (Director / Head of School)
School Principal
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Australian Curriculum
Taught languages English, Armenian, Russian, French
Strengths Sport, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
CIS Armenia International School is an international Cambridge-accredited institution in Yerevan for students aged 3 to 18. The school offers a British-style curriculum that blends the British National, Cambridge International and Armenian National curricula, guiding learners from Early Years Preschool through Primary to Secondary, with Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International AS and A Levels in the senior years, alongside the Australian Curriculum. The campus is a four-floor building in the city centre with bright, well-resourced classrooms and interactive technologies. Facilities include a science laboratory and dedicated computer science rooms, plus a sports equipment area and on-site playground; the city-centre location is paired with 24/7 safety. An after-school programme provides a wide range of activities, and school trips are organised as part of the curriculum. Core subjects include English (or ESL), Mathematics, Science and ICT, alongside Armenian and Russian, with additional subjects such as Art, Geography, History, Music and Physical Education.
CIS Armenia International School has 230 pupils, instruction in English, Armenian.
Location
Centre of Yerevan, Armenia. The CIS Armenia campus is a four-storey building in central Yerevan. Address: 2/3 Mesrop Mashtots Ave, Yerevan 0015, Armenia. The surrounding area is the city centre with convenient access to main roads and public transport.
Stages
Early Years Preschool; Primary School; Secondary School (Lower Secondary, IGCSE Level, AS and A Level).
Type
International Cambridge-accredited school offering a British-style curriculum.
Country affiliation
Armenia
Fees
Annual tuition at CIS Armenia International School ranges from AMD 9,800 to AMD 18,500 for 2026/27.
Application fees
- Application and Assessment fee: USD 125 (non-refundable).
One‑off capital / enrollment fee
- Capital Development Fee (new students): USD 3,000 per student. This is a one‑time, non‑refundable charge for new students; it is not charged to students who start in EYFS and does not apply to returning families. The Capital Development Fee is required to be paid with the first tuition fee installment.
Annual tuition fees (2026–2027 academic year) — fees by year group (annual amounts)
- Early Years (Nursery – Reception): USD 9,800 per year. - Primary (Year 1 – Year 6): USD 16,500 per year. - Lower Secondary (Year 7 – Year 9): USD 17,500 per year. - IGCSE & A‑Level (Year 10 – Year 13): USD 18,500 per year.
Tuition fees broken down per academic term (calculation)
- CIS Armenia operates a five‑term academic year in the published school calendar. Using the published annual tuition amounts and dividing by five terms gives the following per‑term figures (these per‑term figures are calculated by dividing the annual tuition by five): - Early Years: USD 1,960 per term (USD 9,800 ÷ 5). - Primary (Y1–Y6): USD 3,300 per term (USD 16,500 ÷ 5). - Lower Secondary (Y7–Y9): USD 3,500 per term (USD 17,500 ÷ 5). - IGCSE & A‑Level (Y10–Y13): USD 3,700 per term (USD 18,500 ÷ 5).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school publishes a five‑term academic calendar for the school year. The Capital Development Fee must be paid with the first tuition installment. The school states that flexible payment options are available. All payments are required to be received in Armenian dram. Specific installment dates and the school's formal billing schedule are handled through the school's enrollment/finance arrangements.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable. CIS Armenia operates as a day school (city‑centre campus and published school day hours are daytime hours); no boarding fees are listed.
Other costs and typical extras
- Items explicitly not included within tuition: transport services; private lessons; summer courses; uniform; and additional after‑school activities (some after‑school activities are included, see below). - Items included within tuition: school meals; free after‑school activities (standard offerings); textbooks and learning resources; and free school trips. - Uniform costs (price list published in Armenian dram). Example prices from the school's uniform price list: - PE shirt: AMD 4,000 (small) / AMD 5,000 (large). - Polo shirt (short sleeve): AMD 7,000 (small) / AMD 8,000 (large). - Dress (short sleeve): AMD 8,000. - PE track top / bottom: AMD 9,000–10,000 depending on size. - Trousers: AMD 10,000 (small) / AMD 11,000 (large). - Sweater: AMD 10,000 (small) / AMD 11,000 (large).
Discounts and concessions
- Sibling discount: 5% tuition discount when two or more children from the same family are enrolled (applies to one student's tuition only as described by the school). Corporate and embassy agreements are also possible under separate arrangements.
Refund information
- The Application and Assessment fee (USD 125) is non‑refundable. The one‑time Capital Development Fee (USD 3,000 for new students) is non‑refundable. The Capital Development Fee is not charged for students who begin in EYFS and does not apply to returning families. Other specific refund schedules for tuition installments or early withdrawal are handled through the school's enrollment/finance terms and contract. The Capital Development Fee must be paid with the first tuition installment and is non‑refundable.
Fee payment options
- The school states that flexible payment options are available and requires that payments be received in Armenian dram. Exact accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, local card payment or other methods) are arranged with the school's admissions/finance office as part of enrollment and payment processing.
Summary (concise)
- Annual tuition (2026–2027): Early Years USD 9,800; Primary USD 16,500; Lower Secondary USD 17,500; IGCSE/A‑Level USD 18,500. Application fee USD 125 (non‑refundable). Capital Development Fee USD 3,000 for new students (non‑refundable; not charged to EYFS or returning families). Payments must be received in Armenian dram; school uses a five‑term academic year and offers flexible payment options; uniform and transport are charged separately.
Academics
CIS Armenia International School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Australian Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The curriculum is a British-style program accredited by the University of Cambridge. It combines the British National, Cambridge International, and Armenian National curricula for students aged 3 to 18. It starts with Early Years Preschool, continues through Primary School, and moves to Secondary School (Lower Secondary, IGCSE, AS and A Level).
Higher Education Progression
A Level qualifications are the final two years and are accepted by universities around the world. Some CIS Armenia students go on to study in the USA and Canada.
Personal, Social and Emotional Development is embedded in CIS Armenia's curriculum. In Early Years Preschool, the program is taught in English and focuses on developing personal, social and emotional wellbeing and related skills. In Primary, Personal and Social Education is included as part of the Cambridge International Curriculum.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is the language of instruction. In Primary, the school uses English as a Second Language guidelines; Russian is taught from Year 1, and Armenian is taught for native speakers from Year 1.
Mental Wellbeing
The curriculum includes Personal, Social and Emotional Development across Early Years to Primary to support mental wellbeing. Community Wellbeing is featured in school communications and newsletters.
Admissions
Admissions
Enrollment for 2025-2026 starts March 3, 2025, for children aged 3 to 18. Parents may visit CIS Armenia International School before submitting an application by calling the Admissions Office to schedule a visit. To apply, fill in the online application form and submit it to the Admissions Office electronically. All applicants undergo assessments as part of the admissions process, with separate guidelines for Primary and Secondary entry. Early Years Foundation Stage (FS1-FS2): filled in application form; play-based interview with the child and Q&A with parents; copies of the applicant's passport and its Armenian translation; copies of the applicant's parent/legal guardian's passport and its Armenian translation. Primary School Years 1 and 2: filled in application form; basic Maths and English assessment; interview with the school psychologist; previous school reports (if applicable); copies of passports with Armenian translations; meeting with the Head of Primary School. Primary School Years 3-6: filled in application form; interview with the school psychologist; Cambridge test in Maths, English or English as a Second Language; interview with Head of Primary; previous school reports. Secondary School (Year 7-Year 13): filled in application form; interview with the school psychologist; diagnostic tests in English and Maths; previous school reports; passport for the applicant and its Armenian translation; passport of the applicant's parent/legal guardian and its Armenian translation; meeting with the Head of the Secondary School. The assessments determine the support or extension program needed and placement. Acceptance occurs when a place is available: sign the school contract and pay tuition. Most students join in September, but admissions may occur throughout the year if places are available. Official documents required include: passport of the applicant; passport of one of the applicant's parents; two passport-size photographs of the applicant; Medical and Health Record for the child (form N26 from a medical center); academic transcripts and attendance records from previous schools (if applicable). Age placement follows a Cambridge Curriculum 13-year system; age is determined as of August 31 of the Admissions Year, with Foundation Stage 1 for ages 3-4, Foundation Stage 2 for ages 4-5, Year 1 for ages 5-6, Year 2 for ages 6-7, Year 3 for ages 7-8, Year 4 for ages 8-9, Year 5 for ages 9-10, Year 6 for ages 10-11, Year 7 for ages 11-12, Year 8 for ages 12-13, Year 9 for ages 13-14, Year 10 for ages 14-15, Year 11 for ages 15-16, Year 12 for ages 16-17, Year 13 for ages 17-18.
FAQs
What type of school is CIS Armenia?
CIS Armenia is a Cambridge-accredited international school in central Yerevan, offering a British-style curriculum combining British National, Cambridge International, and Armenian National curricula for ages 3 to 18.
Where is the school located?
2/3 Mesrop Mashtots Ave, Yerevan 0015, Armenia. The campus is a four-storey building in the centre of Yerevan.
How much are the fees?
Annual tuition ranges from USD 9,800 (EYFS) to USD 18,500 (AS/A Level). Application fee is USD 125. A one-time Capital Development Fee of USD 3,000 applies for new students (not charged for EYFS entrants).
What Cambridge qualifications are offered?
Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International AS and A Levels are available in the secondary years, alongside the Australian Curriculum components.
How many students attend?
The school has approximately 230 students across Early Years Preschool, Primary, and Secondary levels.
What languages are taught?
English is the language of instruction. Russian is taught from Year 1, and Armenian is taught for native speakers from Year 1.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
After-school clubs run daily, including art, music, dance, drama, football, basketball, volleyball, and instrumental lessons in flute, piano, violin, and guitar.
Is there a uniform?
Yes, the school has a uniform including shirts, dresses, polo shirts, and PE tracksuits. A uniform booklet is available for details.
What accreditations does the school hold?
CIS Armenia is a registered Cambridge International School and is fully licensed by the RA Ministry of Education and Science to offer preschool, primary, and secondary state programmes.
How do I apply?
Enrollment starts in March for the following year. Parents may visit before applying by calling the Admissions Office. Submit the online application form to begin the process.
