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Premium International Schools in Kazakhstan

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About international schools in Kazakhstan

Premium international schools in Kazakhstan are concentrated in the larger cities - primarily Almaty and Astana - and typically combine internationally recognised frameworks (IB, Cambridge/British and US-style programmes) with elements of the national system. English is the primary medium in most international programmes, but many schools run bilingual or trilingual models that include Russian and Kazakh and will teach national-language or history subjects to meet local regulations. Annual tuition at premium international schools varies widely, with published ranges running from a few million tenge into the high end of the market depending on curriculum, campus and services; families should budget for additional one-off enrolment charges and extras such as transport, meals and external exams. Admissions usually centre on an August/September start with common mid-year intakes and many schools operating rolling or space-dependent admissions, so relocating families are advised to begin enquiries 6 - 12 months before their preferred start date.

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At a glance 21 schools · avg fee KZT 6,373,520
Schools listed
21
Curricula
16
Average annual fee
KZT 6,373,520
Fee range
KZT 50,000 – 19,189,600
Most common curriculum
Bespoke Curriculum (11 schools)
Average school size
652 pupils
Largest by enrolment
International Steppe School of Astana
Oldest
Almaty International School (1993)
With boarding
2

11 international schools in Almaty

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9 international schools in Astana

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1 international school in Aktau

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FAQs for Kazakhstan

What international curricula will my child typically find in Kazakhstan’s premium schools?
Premium international schools in Kazakhstan most commonly offer the International Baccalaureate (PYP/MYP/DP), Cambridge/UK programmes (IGCSEs and A-Levels) and American-style or Advanced Placement (AP) tracks, and some schools blend an international framework with parts of the Kazakh national curriculum. These options are intended to prepare students for university entry both locally and overseas, but the specific subjects and university pathways vary by curriculum and by school.
How much should we expect to pay each year for a premium international school place?
Published tuition figures vary substantially by city, curriculum and school facilities: recent public guides and fee listings show annual tuitions running from a few million KZT at the lower premium end up to significantly higher sums for full IB or large-campus schools, and typical mid-range international-school fees are often in the band of several million tenge per year. In addition to annual tuition, expect one-off enrolment or registration fees, charges for meals, transport, after-school activities and external examinations which can increase the real cost of attendance.
What languages are used for teaching, and how are Kazakh and Russian included?
English is the principal language of instruction in most international programmes, while many schools operate bilingual or trilingual models that formally teach Kazakh and Russian either as language lessons or as part of a parallel stream. Schools also commonly include Kazakh history or language lessons where required by national regulations for Kazakh nationals, and you should ask any school how they support mother-tongue and second-language development.
When should we start the admissions process if we are relocating to Kazakhstan?
Most international schools have a main intake for the new academic year in August/September and commonly offer a second intake in January, with many schools also accepting mid-year or rolling admissions subject to space. For a smooth move, families usually start researching options and contacting schools 6 - 12 months before their intended start date to allow time for applications, assessments, document checks and any visa or local registration steps.
What practical checks should relocating families make before enrolling?
Parents should verify a school’s accreditation or authorisation for its stated curriculum, ask for recent inspection or accreditation reports, and confirm how the school supports English-language learners and students needing additional learning support. Also check the full fee schedule (annual tuition plus enrolment, transport, meals and exam fees), the admissions assessment process and timeline, and how the school handles transitions for new arrivals so you can plan arrival dates and any necessary language or medical documentation.