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Kazakh Elite School Zaman

Kazakhstan, Almaty

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Kazakh, English
Fees KZT 5,300,000 - 6,800,000
Ages 6 - 17 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2007
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP), Singapore Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages Kazakh, English
Typical class size 18
Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, High School
Introduction

Kazakh Elite School Zaman is in the Kargaly district of Almaty, at Kenesary Khan street 56/1, at the foot of the Zailiyskiy Alatau. The campus supports a values‑based, project‑driven learning culture with spaces designed for growth. The school offers IB programmes across PYP, MYP (grades 5–9) and DP, plus AP electives on the national track, a Singaporean science pathway, and a bespoke ZAMAN curriculum. The MYP emphasizes inquiry‑based, interdisciplinary study with Personal Project and Community Project; 8th grade completes the Community Project. The Diploma Programme (Grades 10–11 from 2025–2026) includes TOK, EE and CAS. Small class sizes and personalized support underpin the approach, with courses such as Family Institution, Leadership, Financial Literacy, Drama, News Analytics and Kazakh national traditions. Facilities include a Zaman lobby and atrium, science labs, Chess and Art spaces, a concert hall, two gyms, a 450‑seat canteen and a library with English and Kazakh titles.

Kargaly district, Kenesary Khan street 56/1, Almaty, Kazakhstan

The Essentials

Kazakh Elite School Zaman has typical class sizes of 18, instruction in Kazakh, English.

Location
Almaty, Kazakhstan. Address: Kargaly district, Kenesary Khan street 56/1. The school is located in Almaty and serves local families and international students.

Stages
Primary (Grades 1-4) – IB Primary Years Programme (PYP). Middle/High (Grades 5-11) – IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP).

Additional learning support
Zaman School has an Inclusive Education policy to support all students, including those with Special Educational Needs. The school identifies students with additional learning needs and provides learning support through an Inclusive Education Coordinator and dedicated processes. Language support is provided for Kazakh, Russian and English, including English as an Additional Language (EAL).

Country affiliation
Kazakhstan

Bus service
Delivery is paid separately; ₸60,000–₸70,000 per month.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Halal meals are provided as part of the school's nutrition program.

Governance and Ownership
The school is operated by Kazakh Elite School Zaman LLP.
Fees

Annual tuition at Kazakh Elite School Zaman ranges from KZT 5,300,000 to KZT 6,800,000 for 2026/27.

Application / entry fee

- Entry fee: equal to one month's tuition (one-time, non-refundable).

Tuition (listed as monthly amounts) — by year group

- Grades 1–4: ₸ 400,000 per month. Per 5-month term: ₸ 2,000,000. Per 10-month school year: ₸ 4,000,000.

- Grades 5–7: ₸ 430,000 per month. Per 5-month term: ₸ 2,150,000. Per 10-month school year: ₸ 4,300,000.

- Grades 8–9: ₸ 450,000 per month. Per 5-month term: ₸ 2,250,000. Per 10-month school year: ₸ 4,500,000.

- Grades 10–11: ₸ 470,000 per month. Per 5-month term: ₸ 2,350,000. Per 10-month school year: ₸ 4,700,000.

- DP (IB Diploma Programme): ₸ 500,000 per month. Per 5-month term: ₸ 2,500,000. Per 10-month school year: ₸ 5,000,000.

- Advanced English (1st grade): ₸ 450,000 per month. Per 5-month term: ₸ 2,250,000. Per 10-month school year: ₸ 4,500,000.

Additional recurring costs (specified separately)

- Meals: ₸ 70,000 per month for full school catering (four meals per day). Per 5-month term: ₸ 350,000. Per 10-month school year: ₸ 700,000. Meals are billed separately from tuition.

- Student transport (delivery): ₸ 60,000–70,000 per month depending on route. Per 5-month term: ₸ 300,000–350,000. Per 10-month school year: ₸ 600,000–700,000. Transport is billed separately from tuition.

Other costs

- School uniform: a required, school-branded uniform is provided/designed for students (no price listed on the uniform page). Specific uniform items and purchase/price arrangements are managed by the school.

- Extracurricular activities, special courses, exam fees (e.g., AP/IB external exam fees) and optional services: charges may apply in addition to tuition; these are not itemised on the published price page.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is presented as a monthly rate. The school publishes staged payment instructions for tuition and for food (payment-stage guidance is provided). For planning, common breakdowns use school terms and the academic calendar. The school's academic calendar and payment-stage guidance set the billing periods. Per-term and per-year totals above use a 5-month term / 10-month academic year basis consistent with the school calendar presentation.

- Meals and transport are billed separately from tuition and are charged on a monthly basis as shown above.

- Entry fee is paid at enrolment and is one month's tuition (one-time, non-refundable).

Refund information

- The entry fee is one-time and non-refundable. There is no separate published tuition refund policy on the fees page. Any refund conditions for tuition or other charges would be covered by the school's contractual terms and internal policies.

Fee payment options

- The school provides staged payment instructions and explicitly publishes a payments page that references Kaspi payment processing (Kaspi payment guidance is available). Bank-transfer payment details are provided on the site's banking information sections. Accepted payment channels therefore include the Kaspi payment system and bank transfer (school banking details are published in the bank details section). For exactly how to submit payments (online Kaspi, bank transfer, or other channels) follow the school's payment-stage instructions.

Summary (quick reference)

- Monthly tuition (selected): Grades 1–4 ₸ 400,000; Grades 5–7 ₸ 430,000; Grades 8–9 ₸ 450,000; Grades 10–11 ₸ 470,000; DP ₸ 500,000. Meals ₸ 70,000/month; transport ₸ 60,000–70,000/month. Entry fee = one month's tuition (non-refundable). Per-term and per-year totals calculated above assume 5-month terms and a 10-month academic year as reflected in the school calendar.
Academics

Kazakh Elite School Zaman teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP), Singapore Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 6 to 17.

Curriculum
IB programmes across PYP, MYP, and DP. The MYP is delivered to students in grades 5–9 with an emphasis on inquiry-based, interdisciplinary learning and global perspectives. Personal Project and Community Project are key components of the MYP, with 8th-grade students undertaking the Community Project. The Diploma Programme (DP) provides six subject groups plus the DP core (TOK, EE, CAS) and is authorized to be implemented for Grades 10–11 starting in the 2025–2026 academic year; AP electives are available for students on the national curriculum track. The ZAMAN component adds proprietary, values-based, project-based learning with small class sizes and personalized support, including courses such as Family institution, Leadership, Financial literacy, Drama, News analytics, and Kazakh national traditions. A Singaporean science and mathematics pathway is also part of the curriculum.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates pursue higher education at Kazakhstan-based and international universities. Notable destinations include KIMEP University, Almaty Management University, Kazakh National Medical University, and the University of Westminster in the United Kingdom. Other destinations include De Montfort University in the United Kingdom, the University of Twente in the Netherlands, and The Aldo Galli Academy in Italy.

Gifted and Talented
The school provides IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP) and AP courses, together with proprietary courses under its ZAMAN component. Small class sizes and personalized instruction support individualized learning, with project-based and values-based approaches. Proprietary courses include Family institution, Leadership, Financial literacy, Drama, News analytics, and Kazakh national traditions.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Zaman School provides an inclusive, safe learning environment where everyone is welcomed and valued. The IB mission emphasizes developing inquisitive, caring, and globally minded learners, and the IB learner profiles guide everyday learning. The school identifies students with social, emotional, and mental health needs and offers psychological support services, including access to a psychologist and an inclusive education coordinator. Counseling, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and learning support are available through Student Support Services to address wellbeing and learning needs. The school fosters positive relationships, encourages student voice, and invites parental involvement in wellbeing and inclusion.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Zaman School has an Inclusive Education policy that promotes equal opportunities and a safe, respectful environment for all students. The school identifies students with special educational needs and maintains a learning support register; admission decisions consider the needs and accommodations required. Psychological and pedagogical support is provided by psychologists and an inclusive education team, with evaluation and individualized planning to support learners. The school has an open policy for admitting students with SEN; the final admission decision is made by heads of departments and the executive director; additional information may be requested. Student Support Services include counseling, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and learning support to address specific needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Language of instruction is Kazakh; English and Russian are taught as main components of the curriculum; Russian is taught as a second language and English as a foreign language. In primary school, most lessons are conducted in Kazakh; Russian is taught in Russian; separate subjects such as English, Singaporean Mathematics and Singaporean Science are taught in English. In high school, the language of instruction remains Kazakh but some classes are held in Russian and English; bilingual classes in Physics, Biology, Chemistry and Computer Science are taught in Kazakh and English. All official documents are published in Kazakh, Russian and English; English plays a role in bilingual subjects and CLIL. EAL support complements the Programme of Inquiry; language needs are addressed with diagnostic testing and phase placement; English language development is supported across PYP and MYP.

Mental Wellbeing
The policy recognizes social and emotional difficulties and mental health concerns and provides psychological support services, including diagnostic testing and access to a teacher-psychologist. Psychologists maintain a favorable psychological climate, conduct assessments to identify learning needs and provide individual or group support, and work with families as needed. Medical workers participate in medical and pedagogical correctional work and provide medical services for students with special educational needs. Student Support Services include counseling, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and learning support to address mental health and wellbeing.

Safeguarding
Zaman School aims to provide a safe, inclusive environment where everyone is treated fairly and their rights are protected. The school emphasizes inclusive culture and practices to safeguard students from discrimination and to support their well‑being. The Inclusive Education team, including an Inclusive Education Coordinator, leads safeguarding efforts and coordinates with families, staff, and external partners. The school upholds values of care, fairness and responsible action as part of its safeguarding framework.
Parent Experience

History
The school was built as a continuation of centuries-old best traditions in the education system, the development of art and new directions. It is located in an ecologically clean area at the foot of the Zailiyskiy Alatau, in a quiet and safe place with clean air.

Community
The school operates a student self-government system called Qaganat, which develops group and organizational skills and allows students to participate in school governance. Each Qaganat appoints a Khan (leader) and biys, and elections are held to select leaders; Qaganats have names, mottos and symbols and participate in a range of events that foster leadership, community involvement, and school spirit. The Community Project for 8th-grade students teaches service by identifying community needs, planning, and implementing changes to benefit local or global communities. The school also offers a broad program of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and intellectual competitions.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent-Teacher Association exists to support the school in creating and maintaining a conducive learning environment and to ensure regular engagement of the parent community in school life. Functions include fostering strong relationships between parents, teachers, and the school; engaging parents in the active life of the school; organizing educational, social, and informational events (volunteering, charity, and special award ceremonies for parents and teachers); and developing an annual action plan. The Association works on safety, well-being, organization of extracurricular activities, nutrition, and charity.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Located in Almaty, Kargaly district, Kenesary Khan street 56/1, the school sits in a quiet, ecologically clean area at the foot of the Zailiyskiy Alatau. The campus includes a Zaman lobby and an atrium that serve as welcoming spaces for students and parents, with a coffee shop and display areas for exhibitions and performances. The first floor hosts classrooms, science labs and spaces for Chess, Art and Dance. The second floor contains classrooms and two spacious gyms with separate dressing rooms for boys and girls, plus spaces for Robotics, Computer Science, Music and Mathematics. Floors 3–4 house the library with English and Kazakh fiction and learning literature, and a Relax Learning zone used for Drama. The II Block includes a concert hall with LED screen and projector and seating, and the canteen seats about 450; outdoor football and basketball yards lie on the III Block.

Sports Facilities
Two spacious gyms with separate dressing rooms for boys and girls accommodate a range of workouts and sporting events. The second floor gyms support training in multiple formats. Outdoor football, volleyball and basketball areas on the campus provide space for practice and matches. These facilities support physical education and sport activities as a core part of student life.

Academic Facilities
Primary classes are located on the first floor, with spaces for Chess, Art and Dance and a Science Lab for experiments. On the second floor, classrooms are equipped with high‑resolution interactive boards and specialized desks, and lessons in Robotics, Computer Science, Music and Mathematics are held there. Floors 3–4 host the library, which contains fiction and learning literature in English and Kazakh, and the Relax Learning zone used for Drama. The II Block houses a Concert Hall that supports language development and performance through concerts, debates and speeches, and is equipped with a LED screen, interactive desks and a projector.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Chess, Art and Dance spaces on the first floor support arts and extracurricular activities. The Relax Learning zone on the 3rd floor is used for Drama lessons and performances. The Concert Hall (II Block) supports language development and performance through events such as concerts, celebrations, debates and speeches. Outdoor sports facilities include football and basketball areas that enable practical on‑site sports activities as part of school life.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school is a Candidate School for the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme and is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. The IB framework shapes student development through learner profiles such as Inquirer, Caring, Reflective, Thinker, Open-minded, Risk-taker, Knowledgeable, Balanced, Communicator and Reflective, and through ATL skills. The school aims to foster globally competitive citizens grounded in national values, driven by curiosity and dedicated to serving society.

Cultural & Language
Kazakh is the language of instruction; English and Russian language classes are main components of the curriculum. In primary school most lessons are conducted in Kazakh; Russian is taught as a separate language and English is taught as well; bilingual classes use CLIL with English as part of the instruction. Official documents are published in Kazakh, Russian and English, and language support is provided to develop multilingualism. The school organizes cultural and language events, including Language Day and International Awareness Day.

Social & Hobbies
The school fosters an inclusive culture and provides opportunities to participate in school life and extracurricular activities with peers. Cultural and language events such as Language Day and International Awareness Day promote social interaction and intercultural understanding. The school emphasizes collaboration, peer learning and community-building as part of its inclusive education approach.

Community & Service
The mission is to foster globally competitive citizens grounded in national values and dedicated to serving society. The IB framework supports intercultural understanding and global citizenship, aligning with the school's inclusive policies and its emphasis on serving society.

Leadership & Professional
The school provides a University and Career Counsellor to support university admissions and career planning. The IB philosophy, holistic admission considerations and the emphasis on international-mindedness support leadership and professional development within the IB framework.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school offers psychological and pedagogical support through an inclusive education team and specialists. Inclusive Education practices include language support, diagnostic assessments and individualized planning to promote well-being, belonging and accessible learning for all students.
Languages

Language Provision
Kazakh is the language of instruction; Russian is taught as a second language and English is taught as a second language. In primary, most lessons are conducted in Kazakh; Russian is taught in Russian and English is used for Singaporean Mathematics and Singaporean Science. In high school, most instruction is Kazakh with some classes in Russian and English; bilingual classes exist in Physics, Biology, Chemistry and Computer Science. The school provides English language support (EAL) and mother tongue support; library materials are available in Kazakh, Russian, English and the mother tongue.

Bilingual Teaching
Kazakh is the language of instruction. Russian is taught as a second language and English is taught as a second language; English is used in a number of subjects, including Singaporean Mathematics and Singaporean Science. Bilingual classes in Physics, Biology, Chemistry and Computer Science are offered for Grades 7–11, using CLIL methods. EAL support is available for students learning English.

Immersion Programs
Some bilingual classes use CLIL (content and language integrated learning), with English used for Singaporean Mathematics and Singaporean Science. English language instruction is used in various subjects, and EAL support helps learners reach proficiency.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Parents receive information about Zaman School, its programs, and the fees. The Admissions Officer provides this information and answers initial questions. The school uses Kazakh and English as the main languages of instruction and follows IB principles in its curriculum. This step establishes the groundwork for applicants and families.
2. Parents make an appointment to arrange a school visit. The Admissions Officer schedules the visit and coordinates the arrangement. The visit allows the family to experience the school environment and meet staff as needed.
3. Parents complete the Student Information Admissions Form and agree on the date of testing. The Admissions Officer oversees this step and confirms testing arrangements. The form collects essential student information for the admissions review.
4. Parent and student meet with the PS/SS Principal and/or Vice–Principal (as necessary). The meeting discusses candidacy, school expectations, and any questions about the admissions process. The Principal or Vice–Principal participates to assess fit and next steps.
5. A student sits for the admission test. The testing session covers relevant subjects to evaluate readiness. The Admissions Officer, along with the Principal or Vice–Principal, oversees the test administration.
6. Review of admission test results and student records. The admissions team examines test scores and prior school records. This review informs whether the applicant meets the program's entry requirements.
7. Assessment by the school psychologist and SEN specialist if social or learning needs identified. If any needs are identified, specialists conduct an evaluation to determine appropriate supports. The school coordinates with families about any recommended accommodations or services.
8. The final decision on enrollment or refusal is made. The PS/SS Principal or Vice–Principal, in consultation with the Head of School, renders the final enrollment decision. The decision is based on test results, records, and any specialist assessments.
9. Parents are informed of the decision within 3 working days after the test. The Admissions Officer communicates the outcome to the family. If admitted, next steps for enrollment are outlined.
10. If a child has been enrolled, parents submit a Confirmation Form and all relevant documents according to the list. The admissions process concludes with document submission and confirmation of enrollment. The school coordinates any remaining requirements for start dates and registration.
11. Parents get acquainted with school policies and regulations. Families review school policies and regulations as part of onboarding. This step helps ensure understanding of expectations and governance.
12. Parents sign the Agreement for Studies and make payment of entrance and tuition fees. The agreement formalizes enrollment, and financial arrangements are completed. Receipt of payments and the enrollment formalities finalize the admissions journey.

Waitlist
Waiting list: If a student meets entrance requirements but no place is available, the student can be placed on a waiting list. Entrance test results may be accepted for admission decision within one semester. If performance is lower, the student may retake the admission test no earlier than two months after the previous attempt. At the start of the academic year, families with a student on the waiting list as of October 5 will be asked whether they wish to remain on the waiting list.
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