doris
Ask doris
Currency
Search & filter all 8 schools Compare 8 schools in Kazakhstan

American Curriculum International Schools in Kazakhstan

Compare 8 American Curriculum international schools in Kazakhstan. Filter by curriculum, fees (average KZT 5,238,590), location, and more to find the right international school now.

Edited by · Co-founder & CEO

Schools listed
8
Curricula
11
Average annual fee
KZT 5,238,590
Fee range
KZT 2,430,000 – 12,204,890
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Advanced Placement (AP) (7 schools)
Average school size
474 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Quantum STEM School
Oldest
Almaty International School (1993)
About international schools in Kazakhstan

American-curriculum international schools in Kazakhstan deliver US-style, standards-based programmes (often culminating in an American high-school diploma) and commonly offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses or AP electives alongside national or other international options. Instruction is usually in English, with Kazakh and Russian widely taught as additional languages and with English-as-an-additional-language support at many schools. Annual tuition varies by city, school size and year group but commonly runs from the lower thousands of US dollars for smaller bilingual options up to around USD 20,000 - 30,000 a year at long-established international schools; expect extra charges for enrolment deposits, exams and activities and that prices are often quoted in Kazakh tenge. The main intake aligns with the Kazakhstan school year in late August or early September, although many schools operate a limited January or rolling intake; families moving to Kazakhstan should check national admission paperwork requirements (proof of identity/residence and previous school records) and plan for language assessment or interview stages.

Read our parent's guide to the American Curriculum →

4 international schools in Almaty

See all 4 →

3 international schools in Astana

See all 3 →

1 international school in Atyrau

See all 1 →
Explore more — related searches, map view, upcoming events

FAQs for Kazakhstan

What does “American curriculum” usually mean in Kazakhstan’s international schools?
It generally refers to a US-style, standards-based programme that leads to an American high-school diploma and often offers AP courses or electives; schools vary in how closely they follow specific US state standards. Many American-curriculum schools in Kazakhstan combine that pathway with extra options such as national subjects, AP exam preparation or, in some cases, parallel IB or international qualifications.
Which ages and year groups do these schools cover, and what qualification will my child receive?
Most American international schools cover the full range from early years/pre-school through Grade/Year 12, though specific age bands differ by school. Graduating students typically receive an American high-school diploma and can sit AP exams; some schools also offer routes that satisfy Kazakh national certification or provide IB/other qualifications alongside the American diploma.
What language support should I expect for a non-English speaking child?
Instruction is usually in English, but Kazakh and Russian are commonly taught as curricular languages and many schools provide English-as-an-additional-language (EAL) support or staged language programmes. Schools vary in the intensity and format of language support, so check whether they offer dedicated EAL classes, bilingual streams or sheltered content lessons.
How much do places cost and what extra fees should I budget for?
Tuition varies widely by location and provider: smaller bilingual international schools may charge in the lower thousands of US dollars per year, while established international schools commonly charge in the mid-to-high five-figure US dollar range when converted from tenge for senior years (many published guides put typical upper secondary fees in the USD 20,000 - 30,000 band). In addition to tuition, almost all schools levy one-off registration or enrolment fees, deposits, exam fees (for AP/externally assessed subjects), uniforms, transport and extracurricular charges, and many publish sibling discounts or scholarship policies.
When should we apply and what paperwork or assessments are usually required?
The principal intake is at the start of the Kazakhstan school year in late August or early September, with some schools offering a limited January or rolling intake; apply as early as possible for popular year groups. Expect to submit passports and proof of residence or visa, previous school reports and immunisation records; many schools also require an interview, placement tests or English language assessment before final enrolment.