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Miras International School Astana

Kazakhstan, Astana

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Russian, Kazakh
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 320
Type Co-educational
Opened 1999
Bus Service No
Part of
Miras International School
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, Russian, Kazakh, French
Typical class size 15
Strengths Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Miras International School Astana is a private school in Kazakhstan offering Baccalaureate continuum: PYP, MYP and DP, for students aged 3 to 18. Opened in 1999, it was Kazakhstan's first school authorized for all IB continuums and it maintains graduates enrolling at top universities. The teaching staff comes from more than 10 countries, with many teachers experienced as international examiners. The campus includes a Music School offering a five‑year program in piano, dombra, violin and vocal studies, plus a Music Studio and an Early Musical Development group. The Centre for Harmonics runs after‑school arts and sports activities, including Dance, Painting, Football, Taekwondo, Basketball, Chess, Breakdance and Robotics, with language classes for primary students. A Learning Support Center provides psychological support and SEN services. Multilingual language instruction covers Kazakh, English, Russian and French, with the French Section renamed Ecole française internationale Charles de Gaulle - Miras, the only French-language instruction in Kazakhstan.

This campus is part of Miras International School

Kuyshi Dina St 34, Astana 010000, Kazakhstan

The Essentials

Miras International School Astana has 320 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English, Russian, Kazakh.

Location
The school is located in Astana, Kazakhstan, at Kuishi Dina str., 34. It opened in 1999 as the first officially recognized international school in the capital and is authorized to offer all levels of the IB programmes. It is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS).

Stages
IB Primary Years Programme (ages 3–11; Pre-school to Grade 4), IB Middle Years Programme (ages 11–15/16; Grades 5–9), and IB Diploma Programme (ages 16–18).

Type
Private international school offering IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP).

Pupil Nationality Mix
23 nationalities represented among staff and students.

Additional learning support
The school has a Learning Support Center providing psychological support, learning services, and SEN support.

Country affiliation
Kazakhstan
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
School uniform is compulsory for all students. The uniform includes blue polo T-shirts, a white polo T-shirt and a navy bomber jacket; girls wear a tartan/plaid red skirt and boys wear burgundy trousers depending on year group. The uniform price ranges from 42,000 to 67,000 tenge.

Food Options
The canteen is open to purchase food daily during breaks for breakfast, lunch and an afternoon snack. The secondary school day structure shows a lunch period from 13:30 to 13:50, with meals available during breaks.

Governance and Ownership
The school is a branch of the NNEF Public Foundation in Astana. NNEF Public Foundation was founded in 1998 to promote international standards in Kazakhstan's education and established three international schools, including Miras International School in Astana.
Fees
Annual tuition at Miras International School Astana ranges from KZT 800 to KZT 7,650,000 depending on year group. That works out at roughly KZT 800 to KZT 3,600,000 for the early years, KZT 15,066 to KZT 5,355,000 for primary, KZT 15,345 to KZT 5,535,000 for secondary, KZT 26,900 to KZT 7,650,000 for sixth form. Pre-School payments billed quarterly on 01.08.2025, 01.11.2025, 01.02.2026 and 01.05.2026. Second child: 5% discount; third and subsequent children: 10% discount.
Academics

Miras International School Astana teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school uses the International Baccalaureate Programme across all levels and is authorized by IB for three continuums; Diploma Programme (DP) examiners are part of the IB framework.

Higher Education Progression
After graduation, 100% of alumni enroll at top overseas and national universities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
PSPE is embedded in the school educational programme and supports students in personal growth and in forming a socially active personality with a healthy lifestyle. The programme aims to develop in-demand skills, a sense of responsibility for actions, and the ability to make informed choices in real-life contexts. It is organized around three strands: Self-determination and interactions in society; Active life stance and healthy lifestyle; Interaction with the world. PSPE is implemented across all stages from pre-school to higher level, through curricular and extracurricular activities, Service as Action, Creativity, Activity, Service, a psycho-pedagogical support programme, whole-school events, assemblies, sports and intellectual competitions, and inclusive programs.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Learning Support Center upholds inclusion and supports students with diverse learning needs to achieve their highest potential while celebrating their unique strengths. It provides three key support programmes: Psychological support, Learning service, and SEN students support. Psychological support offers consultation, counseling, assessment, and program development to support personal, social, and educational development from Pre-school to 11/DP2. Learning service provides in-school and after-school assistance with homework, quizzes, projects, and study skills, including ATL skill development. SEN students support follows the Inclusion/Learning Support Requirements Policy and Procedures, aims to ensure access to a differentiated curriculum, early identification of needs, development of individual development plans, parental engagement, and systematic monitoring of progress.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The Diploma Programme is taught in English. Entrance tests for Grades 5–12 include testing in Russian, mathematics and English.

Mental Wellbeing
Psychological support is provided by the Learning Support Center to support the personal, social, and educational development of all students from Pre-school to 11/DP2. The Psychological Support Programme includes consultation, counseling, assessment, and programme development, delivered as a comprehensive continuum of services coordinated with teachers, administrators, speech therapists, medical staff, and other school personnel.

Safeguarding
A safe educational environment is a priority. The school adheres to child protection recommendations, maintains high recruitment standards with focus on safeguarding, and promotes safe behaviour in various contexts. Safety requirements are annually verified by state agencies and CIS. Measures cover accident and emergency preparedness, protection from internal and external threats, safety rules and training, collaboration with external organizations, health and nutrition oversight, psychological and pedagogical support, and anti-bullying and anti-terrorism efforts.
Parent Experience

History
Miras International School opened in 1999 and was the first international school in Kazakhstan authorized for all stages of the International Baccalaureate Programme. Today the school attracts engaged and active students in a safe, welcoming environment that emphasizes each student's harmonious development and high academic achievement. The teaching staff comes from more than 10 countries, with many teachers experienced as international examiners. The school is authorized by three International Baccalaureate continuums. After graduation, 100% of alumni enroll at top overseas and national universities.

Community
The school has a diverse community with 23 nationalities represented among staff and students. School life includes events showcased in the News section, such as the Universities and International University Branches Fair held on February 6. The school also publishes scholarship opportunities and results, with applications for scholarships open and annual scholarship results announced. The school maintains partnerships with international bodies, including the International Baccalaureate Organization and other partners, reflecting its ongoing engagement with global education.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parents and Teachers Association is a team of caring and creative individuals representing each class and actively participating in school life. It facilitates communication between parents, teachers, and students, maintains the school's prestige, and participates in preparations for PYP/MYP/DP assessment visits and CIS accreditation. It fosters students' discipline, behavioral norms, and caring relationships among students, parents, and elderly people, and supports career guidance events. It involves the parent community in active school life and extracurricular activities and participates in health-related events. It promotes responsible citizenship and intercultural understanding, and organizes and participates in charitable events within CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service) and Service as Action programmes.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Music School on campus offers piano, dombra, violin, and vocal instruction through a five-year program. Two extensions are available: a Music Studio and an Early Musical Development group. The Centre for Harmonics runs after-school and enrichment activities across arts and sports, including Dance Studio, Painting, Sculpting, Football, Taekwondo, Basketball, Chess, Breakdance, and Robotics, with language classes (French and Spanish) for primary students. The Learning Support Center provides psychological support, learning services, and SEN support for students across grade levels. The IB programmes are offered at all levels with a multilingual language program including Kazakh, English, Russian, and French.

Sports Facilities
The Centre for Harmonics offers a broad range of after-school sports and physical activities. Football and basketball are available for younger students, with after-school sessions. Taekwondo, breakdance, chess, and robotics are among other activities offered through the centre. Activities run after school with sessions scheduled for late afternoon on multiple days.

Academic Facilities
IB programmes are offered at all levels: Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme. The Learning Support Center provides psychological support, learning services, and SEN support. Multilingual language instruction includes Kazakh, English, Russian, and French, embedded within the IB learning framework. Technology and Art are integrated, with ICT taught from Grade 1. IB Diploma is globally recognized.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Centre for Harmonious Development offers fee-paying after-school activities. Activities include Dance Studio, Painting, Sculpting, Football, Taekwondo, Basketball, Chess, Breakdance, Robotics, French, and Spanish. Programs run after school for primary through Grade 8, with sessions scheduled in the late afternoon on various days.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Miras International School opened in 1999 and is authorized for all stages of the International Baccalaureate Programme. The school is the first International School in Kazakhstan. The academic team includes teachers from more than 10 countries who are experienced in the latest educational methodologies and have international examiner status. After graduation, 100% of alumni enroll at top overseas and national universities.

Arts & Creative
Children Music School (CMS) enables Miras students to study musical subjects within the school. The CMS offers a five-year program with specialties in piano, dombra, violin, and vocal. Compulsory subjects include specialty (in selected class), solfeggio, musical literature, Kazakh musical literature, compulsory piano, and choir. On graduation, the CMS issues a state-recognized certificate; CMS accepts children from 6 years.

Cultural & Language
In September 2011, a French Section was opened at Miras International School, Nur-Sultan, in accordance with a cooperation agreement between Nursultan Nazarbayev Educational Foundation and the Mission Laïque Française French (MLF) French Secular Mission. In 2016, the Primary School of the French Section was accredited by the Ministry of National Education of the French Republic. In June 2019, the French Section was renamed and now has the official name - Ecole française internationale Charles de Gaulle - Miras. This is the only school in Kazakhstan with the French language of instruction.

Social & Hobbies
The School encourages students to be inquisitive; critical, creative thinkers; capable of making independent decisions; and be aware of the value of interaction and collaboration. Participation in the Leadership Programme allows students to develop leadership skills to become active and responsible citizens of their country and the world community in the future. The Student Council was established to implement and develop student initiatives, independence, social engagement, and participation in solving school-related issues. The Student Council consists of the president and the chairs of committees who are elected by the school students based on voting.

Leadership & Professional
The Leadership Programme helps students develop leadership skills to become active and responsible citizens. Students are encouraged to be inquisitive, think critically and creatively, and to make independent decisions. The program emphasizes collaboration and social engagement to prepare students for future roles in the country and the world.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Creating a safe educational environment is a top priority. Safety compliance is verified annually by authorised State agencies and by the international accreditation agency CIS. The safety framework includes teaching safety regulations and safe behavior in case of emergencies, providing psychological and pedagogical support, and monitoring the operation of safety systems. It also includes measures to ensure health and the quality of food services.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages of instruction include Kazakh, English and Russian. In Primary School, three languages of instruction are available, with options to study in Kazakh, English or Russian in each grade. The school also operates a French-language program under the Charles de Gaulle - Miras, with instruction in French. The Diploma Programme is offered in Grades 11-12.

Bilingual Teaching
Multilingual instruction is offered in Kazakh, English and Russian. In Primary School, three languages of instruction are provided, and in each grade students may study in Kazakh, Russian or English as the language of instruction. There is a French-language program under the Charles de Gaulle - Miras with instruction in French. The school serves students from preschool through Grade 12, including the Diploma Programme in Grades 11-12.
Reputation

Accreditations
International Baccalaureate authorization for all three IB programmes (PYP, MYP and DP).
Accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS).
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. Complete an application form. Submit an application by calling, emailing, or sending a WhatsApp message. In response, information about the school is provided and a school tour is booked. The initial contact introduces enrollment options and programs. This step begins the admissions process. Step 2. Come for a school tour. The tour allows families to see the atmosphere and facilities firsthand. Staff describe the school's programs and show the classroom where the child will study. The visit helps assess fit before moving to testing. Step 3. Entrance test. Entrance test is required to determine readiness for the program. Kindergarten involves a conversation with a psychologist, a speech therapist, and a preschool education coordinator. Grade 0-1 involves a conversation with a psychologist, a speech therapist, and a primary school teacher. Grades 2-4 involve testing in Russian and mathematics, while Grades 5-12 involve testing in Russian, mathematics, and English. Step 4. Collect admission documents. Families are asked to gather the necessary documents to complete registration. The documents are collected to finalize enrollment and to proceed with formalities. This step ensures the enrollment process can move forward. Step 5. Conclude an agreement. All documents are collected and the contract is signed. Payment is made to finalize enrollment. Completion of the contract and payment confirms the child's enrollment at Miras International School. The process ends with the student officially enrolled.

Scholarships
The school runs an annual competitive scholarships/grants program for Grades 10-11 and the IB Diploma Programme. Grants are awarded based on academic performance and involvement in the school's community life. Discounts for winners can be substantial, including up to 50% for some new students and up to 100% for others. A call for grant applications is issued each year to invite eligible students to apply.
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