Maple Bear Uzbekistan vs Oxbridge International School - Mirzo-Ulugbek Campus

	M Maple Bear Uzbekistan Tashkent, Uzbekistan	O Oxbridge International School - Mirzo-Ulugbek Campus Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year UZS 9,000,000 - 90,000,000	Fees / year UZS 84,000,000 - 105,000,000
Age range	Age range 2 - 17 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 1,000
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 6
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Russian
Opened	Opened 2005	Opened 2018
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Maple Bear Tashkent is located at 35 Mirzo Bobur Street, Tashkent, 100000, Uzbekistan. It sits in the Uzbek capital and is part of the Maple Bear Canadian School network. The school can be contacted by email at info_yangi@maplebear.uz and by phone at +998 95 145 8000.	Location Two campuses in Tashkent, Uzbekistan: Mirzo-Ulugbek Campus and Yashnobod Campus (in the Mirzo-Ulugbek and Yashnobod districts).
Stages	Stages Early Childhood; Elementary; Middle School	Stages Ages 2 to 18; education from kindergarten through high school.
School type	School type —	School type Private school with IB program (IB World School).
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Psychological support provided by highly qualified psychologists; Academic support hours offer individual assistance to learners.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Canada	Country affiliation Uzbekistan
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - No fixed application or registration fee amount is published. The admissions information states that a family must "secure a spot" by paying initial fees once the child is accepted, but specific application, registration, or enrollment fee amounts are not listed. Tuition fees (by year group / per term) - The school publishes a headline starting tuition level: tuition fees start from 90,000,000 UZS per year. No detailed breakdown by school year (early years / primary / middle / high school), nor per-term or per-term-amounts, are published. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school requires payment of initial fees to secure a place after acceptance. No public schedule is given for termly or annual billing dates, installment options, payment deadlines, or late-payment penalties. There is no published per-term or per-month billing timetable available. Boarding fees (if applicable) - No boarding program or boarding fee schedule is described in the school's public information. Boarding is not presented as a service on the school's published pages. Therefore no boarding fees are listed. Other costs and typical additional fees - Meals: the school describes provision of nutritious meals and on-site nursing, but it does not state whether meals are included in published tuition amounts or whether there is a separate meal fee. - Uniforms, transport (bus), extracurricular activities, learning resources, exam/assessment fees, capital fees, and one-off enrollment or materials charges are not published with amounts or explicit billing rules. No specific prices for uniforms, transport, or activity fees are listed. Refund information - No public refund, cancellation, or fee-credit policy is provided. There are no published terms detailing refunds of application, registration, deposit, or tuition payments. Fee payment options - The school's contact and admissions information does not publish accepted payment methods (for example, credit card, bank transfer, local currency cash, or online payment portal). Payment-method details and bank/payment instructions are not publicly listed. Summary of what is available and what is not - Available: a published headline starting tuition amount (starting from 90,000,000 UZS per year) and admission guidance that an initial payment is required to secure a place. - Not available (no published figures or terms): specific application/registration fee amounts, tuition by year group or per term, detailed billing schedule or payment deadlines, boarding fees, clear statements about which additional costs are charged and in what amount, refund/cancellation policy details, and accepted payment methods.	Fee details Application / entrance fees - Entrance (admission) fee for the International (IB) sections: UZS 24,000,000. Tuition fees — Mirzo‑Ulugbek campus (2025–2026 academic year; shown as per quarter and annual totals) - IB Kindergarten (PYP‑KG, age 5–6): per quarter UZS 28,875,000; annual total UZS 115,500,000. - IB Primary (PYP): - PYP 1 (age 6–7): per quarter UZS 43,257,500; annual total UZS 173,030,000. - PYP 3 (age 8–9): per quarter UZS 47,850,000; annual total UZS 191,400,000. - (PYP 2, PYP 4 and PYP 5 are listed on the fee table but specific per‑quarter figures are not shown on the Mirzo‑Ulugbek page.) - IB Middle Years / Diploma (MYP & DP): - MYP 1 (age 11–12): per quarter UZS 53,075,000; annual total UZS 212,300,000. - MYP (other MYP year bands): per quarter UZS 55,275,000; annual total UZS 221,100,000 (this appears for later MYP years). - MYP 5 / DP 1 (age 15–17): per quarter UZS 61,710,000; annual total UZS 246,840,000. - Discounts: second child 5% off tuition; third child 10% off tuition. For students transferring from certain international programs, the entrance fee may be waived. Tuition fees — Yashnobod campus (2025–2026 academic year; founding‑family discounted figures shown where applicable) - IB Kindergarten (PYP‑KG, age 5–6): founding‑family per quarter UZS 32,000,000; founding‑family annual total UZS 112,000,000 (originally UZS 40,000,000 per quarter / UZS 160,000,000 year before the founding‑family discount). - IB Primary (PYP) — founding‑family discounted examples: - PYP 1 (age 6–7): per quarter UZS 40,375,000; annual total UZS 133,000,000 (originally UZS 47,500,000 per quarter / UZS 190,000,000 year). - PYP 3 (example shown): per quarter UZS 44,625,000; annual total UZS 147,000,000 (originally UZS 52,500,000 per quarter / UZS 210,000,000 year). - IB MYP — founding‑family discounted examples: - MYP 1 (age 11–12): per quarter UZS 51,000,000; annual total UZS 168,000,000 (originally UZS 60,000,000 per quarter / UZS 240,000,000 year). - Later MYP years shown with founding‑family discounted per quarter UZS 55,250,000; annual total UZS 182,000,000 (originally UZS 65,000,000 per quarter / UZS 260,000,000 year). - Founding‑Families Discount specifics (Yashnobod): 20% off monthly payments for 2025–2026; 30% off if paying the year in full. Additional transfer and concession rules apply (entrance‑fee waivers for students transferring from certain international programs; up to 50% discount for transfers from other schools without those programs). Sibling discounts: second child 5%; third child 10%. Russian‑language school (Mirzo‑Ulugbek campus — monthly and annual examples) - Junior school (grades 1–4): monthly UZS 9,460,000; annual UZS 94,600,000. - Secondary school (grades 5–8): monthly UZS 10,340,000; annual UZS 103,400,000. - High school (grades 9–11): monthly UZS 11,220,000; annual UZS 112,200,000. Kindergarten fees (Mirzo‑Ulugbek; monthly/annual examples) - Kindergarten (ages 1.5–7) — Mirzo‑Ulugbek: monthly UZS 6,600,000; annual UZS 79,200,000. - Kindergarten (Yashnobod, with founding‑family discount): monthly UZS 7,360,000; annual UZS 77,280,000 (original amounts are shown on the Yashnobod fee table). Billing schedule and payment terms - IB international section fees are published as a per‑quarter figure with a corresponding annual total (schools present both a quarter cost and a year‑if‑paid‑in‑full amount). This indicates the school bills by quarter with an option to pay for the full year at the stated annual amount. For Russian‑language classes and some kindergarten offerings the fees are presented as monthly rates with an annual total for yearly payment. Discounts are provided for annual prepayment in the Yashnobod founding‑family scheme (example: 30% off when paying the year). Sibling discounts are applied as stated above. Boarding / residential fees - No boarding or residential fees are published in the school's published campus fee tables; a boarding program is not listed in the published price sections. Other costs and likely additional charges - Uniforms: an official school uniform is supplied through the school uniform store; specific uniform prices are not published on the uniform information page. Parents should expect a separate uniform purchase. - Extracurricular activities: the school offers both free and paid clubs and sections; paid clubs or specialised courses may incur additional charges not included in the tuition line‑items. Meals, project activities, medical support and many on‑campus services are listed as included in the tuition for the IB sections, but some external trips, specialised training or paid clubs may be charged separately. Refunds and cancellation - No published refund or cancellation policy is shown alongside the fee schedules. The published fee pages do not provide explicit refund terms or a refund schedule. Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other) - The published fee tables and admission pages list amounts and payment‑period options (quarterly / monthly / annual totals) but do not specify accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, local payment system, international payment provider or card acceptance). Accepted payment channels are not published in the fee tables. Summary of discounts and special conditions - Entrance fee: UZS 24,000,000 for IB sections (waived for some transfers under specified international programs). Second child discount 5%; third child discount 10% (Mirzo and Yashnobod as published). Yashnobod offers a Founding‑Families Discount structure (example: 20% off monthly, 30% off annual payment; additional transfer concessions and 50% concession for certain transfers).
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement The school has an official uniform. The uniform includes summer and winter options, including classic and sports styles, and is designed for comfort and practicality.
Food options	Food options —	Food options The school provides five meals a day. The cafeteria offers a balanced and varied menu with consideration for allergens and dietary needs. Meals are prepared by a professional culinary team using high-quality ingredients, and nutrition consultations are available.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is part of the Maple Bear global network with 580+ schools in 40+ countries. The school teaches bilingual education based on Canadian curriculum with English immersion. The Open Door Policy provides parents with direct, daily classroom insights via a mobile app. Health and safety are prioritized with on-site nurse presence, staff trained in pediatric first aid, and a comprehensive sanitation policy.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The Maple Bear Uzbekistan program uses a Canadian curriculum with English immersion. The curriculum includes Communication Skills, Science and Technology, Creative Activity, Physical Skills and Well-being, Mathematics, and Language development and acquisition. English language development follows the same stages as acquiring a first language. Learning two languages at an early age offers linguistic and cognitive advantages. The Maple Bear student learns to listen, speak, read and write in English.	Curriculum details Oxbridge International School offers two curricula: the international curriculum (IB) and the national curriculum of Uzbekistan. The IB program is delivered through the IB World School with PYP, MYP, and DP tracks and aims to develop analytical thinking, independence, and a global perspective. Instruction is conducted entirely in English. The Uzbek national curriculum provides students with the knowledge needed to pass final exams, with assessments after each trimester and at the end of the academic year. Upon completion of the IB program, students receive both the international IB Diploma and the Uzbekistan state diploma. Learning formats include group and individual lessons, the use of modern information technologies, excursions, and educational activities.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Low student-to-teacher ratio.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The school provides a pathway to higher education with a high school curriculum designed to prepare students to study at top universities; there is a seamless transition to higher education. The school has relationships with the University of Winnipeg and Trent University. For Grades 6–10 the school uses the IB Middle Years Programme as a candidate school and is pursuing IB Diploma Programme accreditation for Grades 11–12.	Higher education progression Graduates routinely receive invitations from QS-ranked universities, and admission to the Top 100 universities is a natural result.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Bilingual Canadian education with a play-based approach supports emotional and social development; learning through exploration and collaboration fosters communication, empathy, and global citizenship.	Social & emotional learning Psychological support is provided for the holistic development and well-being of every student. Each school division is staffed with qualified psychologists and speech therapists who offer professional assistance. Students may access individual counseling with the school psychologist. Regular group sessions develop communication skills, teamwork, and self-esteem and teach constructive conflict resolution. Parental involvement is encouraged through meetings, seminars, and workshops to support consistent development. All consultations are confidential to create a safe, trusting environment.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) The school provides psychological support and speech therapy as part of SEN support. The team includes psychologists and speech therapists to assist students with developmental, emotional, or communication needs. Resources are integrated with the school's holistic development program.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Two-language bilingual instruction with English immersion; students learn to listen, speak, read and write in English; language development follows the same stages as learning their first language.	English as an additional language Instruction is conducted entirely in English. Communication among children at school takes place in English. The school operates English-language and Russian-language campuses, and English becomes a second native language for students.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Play-based learning develops emotional, intellectual, physical and social well-being; the approach emphasizes exploration, experimentation, and conversation in a safe, supportive environment.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is supported through a comprehensive psychological support program. The staff includes psychologists and speech therapists available to all students, teachers, and parents. The program offers individual counseling, group sessions, and parental involvement to promote resilience, coping skills, and confidence.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Health and safety are priorities: staff are certified to administer pediatric first aid; a licensed professional nurse is on site at all times; sanitation and emergency preparedness policies are in place.	Safeguarding Safety is prioritized across Oxbridge campuses; the school emphasizes a safe area for all students and staff. The psychological support team provides confidential consultations to protect student welfare. The environment is designed to be secure and supportive for safeguarding needs.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Carefully designed learning spaces prime opportunities for exploration and interaction. Facilities are designed to exceed local regulations and continually update resources, materials and play equipment for early childhood learning. Maple Bear Tashkent is located on a university campus in central Tashkent, with easy parking and green spaces. Health and safety are prioritized, with trained staff and a licensed nurse on-site at all times. The campus includes separate spaces for younger children and older students.	Facilities overview Oxbridge operates three buildings: a Russian-language campus, an English-language campus, and a kindergarten. Education blends the IB program with Uzbekistan's national curriculum, with instruction conducted entirely in English. Upon IB completion, students receive both an IB diploma and the Uzbek state diploma. Modern facilities include laboratories, libraries, cafeterias, and IT-enabled classrooms. Education spans ages 2 to 18 on a safe campus.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Brand-new facilities include separate buildings for younger children and older kids and spacious outdoor areas for play and exploration. Classrooms are equipped with the latest technology to support learning. The campus is located on a university campus in central Tashkent, with easy parking and green spaces nearby. Outdoor spaces support physical activity as part of daily routines. Health and safety are prioritized with monitored access and on-site nursing care.	Sports facilities The campus features a football field, a basketball court, two indoor swimming pools, and three playgrounds. The infrastructure meets modern standards, creating conditions for an active lifestyle, health, and athletic skill development. The facilities are designed to support physical education and athletics in a safe environment.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Brand-new school and classrooms are equipped with the latest equipment to support learning. The campus includes separate spaces for younger children and older students. The location is central in Tashkent on a university campus, with ample parking and green spaces nearby. Facilities are designed to exceed local regulations and provide safe, engaging environments for students. A licensed on-site nurse supports health and safety on campus.	Academic facilities Academic facilities include modern laboratories and spacious libraries. Each building has specialized IT classrooms equipped with interactive tools for IT lessons. The English-language and Russian-language campuses accommodate IB and Uzbekistan curricula. Assessments occur after each trimester and at the end of the academic year, and upon completing the IB program students receive both an IB diploma and the Uzbek state diploma.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities There are more than 30 extracurricular activities, including free and paid clubs in sports, arts, and hobbies. These activities complement the academic program and offer a wide range of options for student interests.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Maple Bear Uzbekistan is part of Maple Bear Canadian School, the world's largest educational franchise and a world leader in bilingual education. Maple Bear has over 18 years of experience and has prepared more than 65,000 students for a global future. The Maple Bear network includes over 600 schools in more than 40 countries, delivering education with Canadian expertise. The curriculum is developed by Canadian experts to provide a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Maple Bear Tashkent is located at 35 Mirzo Bobur Street, Tashkent, Uzbekistan.	History Founded in 2018, Oxbridge International School has been dedicated to providing high-quality education from its inception. The school offers three streams for comprehensive development: Kindergarten, Russian-language school, and IB-accredited school. The school operates with instruction conducted entirely in English, and the Uzbek national curriculum supports final exams. Graduates receive both an international IB diploma and the Uzbek state diploma.
Community	Community The school provides a safe and secure environment where students can explore, experiment, and communicate. Innovation is encouraged through investigative learning, offering opportunities for students to take conscious risks. Education integrates social consciousness and behavior to prepare students as global citizens. Programs include Early Childhood, Elementary, and Middle School, with international standards drawn from Canadian practices to support learning.	Community Children from different countries study at Oxbridge, creating a multicultural environment. Teachers come from more than 20 countries, bringing diverse perspectives. Facilities include a football field, basketball court, two indoor swimming pools, and three playgrounds. The language of instruction is English, supporting international communication.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual English-language learning is central, with bilingual development emphasized. Students learn to listen, speak, read and write in English, and language development follows stages similar to acquiring a first language. The program includes Communication Skills, Science and Technology, Mathematics, and Language development and acquisition. Learning two languages at an early age offers linguistic and cognitive advantages.	Academic & intellectual Two programs are offered: the IB Program (International Baccalaureate) and the National Program taught in Russian. The IB Program is implemented with inquiry-based learning and provides a double diploma: the IB diploma and the Uzbek state diploma. Instruction for the IB program is conducted entirely in English.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Creative Activity develops understanding of colour, shape and media use to express ideas. Students describe responses to music, art, drama and dance.	Arts & creative Extracurricular activities include art studios, vocals, and dancing, as well as sports. Biology, mathematics, and chess clubs are offered, with participation in competitions and interdisciplinary projects.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Language development and acquisition: Learning two languages at an early age offers linguistic and cognitive advantages. The Maple Bear student learns to listen, speak, read and write in English, with development progressing through listening, understanding, speaking, reading and writing.	Cultural & language Language skills development includes English, Uzbek, Russian, Spanish, French and Arabic. Communication among students at school takes place in English, creating a bilingual environment.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies There are more than 30 extracurricular activities including sports, arts and hobbies. School self-government enables students to organize events and develop leadership and managerial skills.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional School self-government enables students to take an active part in organizing events and to develop initiative and managerial skills.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Physical skills and well-being: Children develop physical skills such as balance and flexibility, learn health and safety rules, and understand sharing, taking turns, cooperation and socially acceptable behavior.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Facilities include a football field, a basketball court, two indoor swimming pools, and three playgrounds. Five meals a day are provided. The campus is described as a safe area.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Two languages are used in instruction; English is one of the languages used for studies.	Language provision Languages taught are English and Russian. The English-instruction campus delivers the International Baccalaureate (IB) program in English, while the Russian-instruction campus provides instruction in Russian. Education spans ages 2 to 18, with English positioned as a second native language. The school combines the international IB curriculum with Uzbekistan's national curriculum.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school teaches in two languages, with Grade 1 students learning bilingually and developing bilingual proficiency.	Bilingual teaching Oxbridge International School operates two language streams: a Russian-language campus and an English-language campus, plus a kindergarten. The International Baccalaureate program is taught entirely in English. Education runs from ages 2 to 18, and English becomes a second native language; communication among students takes place in English in a multicultural environment.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Immersive classroom activities support bilingual learning.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations IB World School: The school offers the International Baccalaureate programs (IB PYP, IB MYP, IB DP).
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Step 1: Submit your interest using the online form labeled Register your interest on Maple Bear Uzbekistan's homepage. The form asks for the parent's first name, last name, country code, mobile number, and email, and for the child's name and date of birth, plus the area of living. Submit to start the inquiry. A Maple Bear expert will contact you after submission. Step 2: One of Maple Bear experts will contact you to discuss program options and next steps. They will provide information about Maple Bear's Canadian curriculum and bilingual approach. The school offers Early Childhood, Elementary, and Middle School programs. You can request tours and information sessions. Step 3: Learn about the curriculum: The Maple Bear curriculum emphasizes learning in English; includes language development and acquisition; There is a bilingual education approach. Step 4: Schedule a tour/information session through the 'Request Tours and Information' option; Maple Bear experts will be in touch.	Admissions 1. Documents required for admission include copies of birth certificates, the parents' passports, and the child's passport. Four 3×4 photos are needed, along with a medical certificate (086/026). An application form and a withdrawal letter from the previous school, as well as the student's report card, must be provided. These documents initiate the admissions process. 2. Entrance testing requires a registration fee of 400,000 sum; paying this fee allows testing at both Oxbridge campuses (IB World School and Russian-language). Testing is conducted as part of the admissions process. 3. The admissions process includes an entrance test that assesses emotional, intellectual, and social readiness. The school also meets with the child and parents to discuss the school, educational opportunities, and family expectations. The results and impressions from this stage help determine admission to the appropriate division (IB or Russian-language). 4. Age and program considerations: the International Baccalaureate (IB) division accepts students from age 6, while the Russian-language division begins at age 7. The IB program is taught in English; the Russian-language division follows the national program with additional Russian-program elements, with emphasis on mathematics and English.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Founding Families Discount is offered, including a 20% discount on monthly payments and a 30% discount when paying for the year. For entrance fees, there are transfer-based advantages: if a student transfers from a school that offers Cambridge/IB/IEYC/IPC international programs, the entrance fee may be waived (100% discount); transfers from other schools may receive a 50% entrance fee discount. Sibling discounts apply as well: second child receives a 5% discount, and the third child receives a 10% discount. These scholarship-like discounts are available at Oxbridge International School's campuses (MU and Yashnobod) with terms varying by campus.
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