Due to the complex political and security situation in Afghanistan, the operation and availability of international schools have been significantly affected, and many have faced closures or operational challenges. As of my last training cut-off in 2023, reliable, up-to-date information about these schools may be limited, and it’s important to directly contact them or check with local sources for the most current status. Here, however, is a list based on the information available prior to these changes:
International School of Kabul (ISK)
- Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
- Contact: Information not currently available
- Website: Previously iskafghan.org (may not be operational)
- Description: ISK was known for offering an American curriculum and aimed to provide high-quality education focusing on holistic development.
Kabul International School
- Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
- Contact: Information not currently available
- Website: Previously operational with limited details
- Description: This school offered an international curriculum and was committed to fostering a multicultural and supportive learning environment.
Lycée Esteqlal
- Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
- Contact: Information not currently available
- Website: No official website
- Description: A Franco-Afghan school that provided education in French and Dari, known for its rigorous academic standards and cultural exchange programs.
American University of Afghanistan (AUAF)
- Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
- Contact: Information not currently available
- Website: auaf.edu.af
- Description: While primarily a university, AUAF offered some pre-university programs and was known for its American-style curriculum and emphasis on liberal arts education.
Aga Khan Education Services
- Location: Various locations in Afghanistan
- Contact: Information not currently available
- Website: agakhanschools.org
- Description: Part of the Aga Khan Development Network, these schools aimed to provide high-quality education with an emphasis on holistic development and ethical values.
British School of Kabul
- Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
- Contact: Information not currently available
- Website: Previously operational with limited details
- Description: Offered a British curriculum and sought to deliver education that promotes intellectual, social, and personal development.
QSI International School of Kabul
- Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
- Contact: Information not currently available
- Website: Previously qsi.org (for the global network)
- Description: Part of the Quality Schools International network, this school was known for its American-based curriculum and commitment to personalized learning.
Due to the evolving situation in Afghanistan, many international schools may no longer be operational, and the availability of updated information is limited. For those interested in international education in Afghanistan, direct contact with educational authorities or international organizations in the region may provide the most current guidance.
