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If you're researching international schools in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, this page lists every school we know of and lets you sort, filter and compare them — without school marketing in the way. The most common curriculum is Cambridge IGCSE, taught by 2 of the schools below. Annual tuition spans roughly 5,000–2,053,000 KGS, with the average sitting around 760,750. Schools range from new openings to long-established names like Silk Road International School (opened 1999).
Compare 2 international schools in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Filter by curriculum, fees (average KGS 760,750), location, and more to find the right international school now.
Bishkek International School (BIS) is a non-profit, community-run international school in Kyrgyz Republic, serving 400 students aged 2 to 18 from 34 countries. BIS is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP, ages 3-10), the Middle Years Programme (MYP, ages 11-13) and the Diploma Programme (DP, ages 16-18). For 14-16 year olds, BIS provides the Cambridge IGCSE to prepare for the DP. English is the main language of instruction, with English Language Acquisition programs and opportunities to learn Kyrgyz, Russian, French, Spanish, German and Mandarin. The school is accredited by NEASC and the Kyrgyz Ministry of Education and Science for national certificates. Its campus features two libraries, three science labs, art room, a music room, a maker-space, fourteen classrooms, plus outdoor facilities including a full-size basketball court, grass field and adventure playground. BIS emphasizes community governance and involvement, opened in 2011 after being established by the community.
Silk Road International School in Bishkek offers the Cambridge Pathway from Primary through A Levels for students aged 4 to 18. English is the language of instruction, with strong support for Kyrgyz and Russian and ESL/EAL services that help international and local students access Cambridge qualifications. The school has been serving Kyrgyzstan since 1999 and has been independently owned since 2020, affirming its Cambridge International School KG010 status since 2020. The curriculum includes Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and AS/A Level, with Cambridge diplomas alongside a local Attestat certificate. The campus features an Assembly Hall, a Dining Room, and a dedicated Chemistry Room, plus a modern Kindergarten facility. Students benefit from IELTS preparation, a robust language program, and a focus on independent thinking and creative problem solving. SRIS participates in a wider AISB sport network, enabling competitive teams from Grade 5 upward, alongside a range of clubs and activities globally.
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