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Space School Aktau

Kazakhstan, Aktau

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Kazakh, Russian, English
Fees KZT 1,980,000
Ages 6 - 17 years
Type Co-educational
Opened 2020
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Kazakh, English, Mandarin, Japanese
Strengths STEM, Sport, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Primary School
Introduction

Space School Aktau is a Cambridge international school in Aktau, Kazakhstan, serving students from ages 6 to 17. The curriculum follows Cambridge Primary, IGCSE, and A Levels, with a clear emphasis on physics and mathematics. Lessons are built around research, experiments, and a space theme, encouraging students to think like scientists from the first grade rather than memorize ready-made answers. The school offers a diploma recognized in 160 countries and provides a dual certificate with the right to take the SAT, supporting global mobility. A wide range of dedicated spaces supports STEM, arts, and languages, including 3D Modeling in room 211 and Space Astro astronomy in room 306; Chemistry Explorer in room 308; and robotics and exam-prep in rooms S208, 304, and 311. Facilities include a gym for basketball, a choreography room for movement and dance, and a four‑meal daily Nutrition program. The campus enables hands‑on exploration across academics and extracurriculars.

Microdistrict 32A, Building 14/1, Aktau, Kazakhstan.

The Essentials

Space School Aktau has instruction in Kazakh, Russian, English.

Location
Space School Aktau is located in Aktau, Mangystau Region, Kazakhstan. The campus operates as an international Cambridge school in Aktau and serves the Mangystau region. Transport links include a School Bus Service with routes covering the main residential areas of Aktau, and an escort is always present in the vehicle.

Stages
Cambridge Primary program with progression to IGCSE and A-Level.

Type
Cambridge international school.

Country affiliation
Kazakhstan

Bus service
Space School Aktau provides a School Bus Service with pickups from home or a nearby location, routes covering the main residential areas of Aktau, and an escort in every vehicle. The schedule is aligned to the school timetable, and for primary students (ages 6–10) safety measures include licensed vehicles with regular inspections, drivers certified to transport children, direct handover to a parent or homeroom teacher, and prompt communication with parents about delays or route changes. The list of current providers, routes, and prices is available from Space School Aktau's sales department.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a single uniform and appearance regulation approved by the administration.

Food Options
Four meals a day are provided for elementary students (ages 6–10): breakfast, lunch, an afternoon snack, and an after-school snack. The menu includes protein at every meal, a salad bar with fresh vegetables, seasonal fruits, natural beverages, and desserts with low sugar content. The menu is developed in accordance with age-specific nutritional guidelines of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan and is open to parents via the weekly cafeteria menu; accommodations are made for food allergies or dietary restrictions. The kitchen uses fresh ingredients delivered daily.
Fees

Annual tuition at Space School Aktau ranges from KZT 1,980,000 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Testing (entrance assessment): 0 ₸ (no charge).
- Enrollment (one‑time) fee: 200,000 ₸ payable on admission; payment of this fee secures the student's place.

Tuition fees by year group (Aktau — Cambridge Primary, Grades 1–4) — 2026/2027 academic year

- Grade 1 (Russian section):
- Early full payment (100% by July 1): 1,710,000 ₸ per year.
- Quarterly plan (total): 1,800,000 ₸ per year; first installment 600,000 ₸ due by July 1 (remaining installments scheduled by the school).
- Single payment at start of school year (labelled “annual payment”): 1,980,000 ₸ per year.

- Grades 2–4 (Russian section):
- Early full payment (100% by July 1): 1,710,000 ₸ per year.
- Quarterly plan (total): 1,800,000 ₸ per year; first installment 600,000 ₸ due by July 1.
- Single payment at start of school year (labelled “annual payment”): 1,980,000 ₸ per year.

- Grade 1 (Kazakh section) and Grades 2–4 (Kazakh section) use the same fee levels and payment plans as above.

Note (inference): the quarterly total and the stated first installment imply the remaining three quarterly installments divide the balance (total 1,800,000 ₸ minus 600,000 ₸ = 1,200,000 ₸), which would equate to 400,000 ₸ each for the remaining three installments; this breakdown is an interpretation of the published totals and first‑installment figure.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Available payment plans: (a) Early full payment (100% by July 1), (b) Quarterly plan with a first tranche due by July 1, and (c) Single annual payment at the start of the school year. A contract is signed with a school manager after a plan is selected. Payment deadlines and instalment amounts are set as part of that contract.
- The enrollment fee must be paid at admission to guarantee the place; enrollment is completed once required documents are submitted and the fee is paid.

Boarding fees

- Space School Aktau is a Cambridge Primary campus serving Grades 1–4; no boarding programme or boarding fees are published for the Aktau campus. Students who continue beyond Grade 4 proceed to the Astana campus for the next stages of the Cambridge pathway.

Other costs and typical extras

- Meals: School meals are included in the tuition package listed above; the school provides multiple meals (breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack and additional snack for after‑school programme) as part of the offering.
- Extracurricular activities (optional): most after‑school clubs and sports are charged separately and are billed monthly; sample prices for commonly offered activities range from about 20,000 ₸/mo to 45,000 ₸/mo depending on the activity (examples: sports ~30–35,000 ₸/mo; specialist academic clubs ~40–45,000 ₸/mo; creative workshops 20–40,000 ₸/mo). These charges are additional to tuition.
- Transport (school bus): transport is provided via partner operators; routes and prices are set by those providers and by agreement with the school. Transport is billed separately; current route lists and pricing are supplied by the school's admissions/sales department.
- Uniform: a uniform and appearance regulation is in force; specific uniform pricing is not published on the Aktau campus information pages.

Refund information

- No detailed public refund or commercial terms are published for Aktau (the school's public‑offer / commercial terms page is marked as to be published). Refund and cancellation specifics are handled in the contract signed at admission; the enrollment fee secures the place once paid.

Fee payment options

- Specific payment channels (for example: card, bank transfer, or other methods) and bank details are not listed on the Aktau information pages; payment arrangements and instructions are provided as part of the contractual process with the admissions manager. For enquiries about accepted payment methods, contact the Aktau admissions office.

Summary

- Aktau campus tuition (Grades 1–4) for 2026/2027 is published with three payment plans (1,710,000 ₸; 1,800,000 ₸; 1,980,000 ₸ per year) plus a one‑time enrollment fee of 200,000 ₸; testing is free. Meals are included; extracurriculars, transport and uniform are extra and billed separately. Detailed contractual terms (refunds, bank details, formal public offer) are not published on the Aktau informational pages and are finalised in the admission contract.
Academics

Space School Aktau teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 6 to 17.

Curriculum
Space School is an international Cambridge school in Aktau with a focus on physics and mathematics. It introduces the Cambridge Primary program for Mangystau children and continues into IGCSE and A-Level. Lessons are built around research, experiments, and a space theme. From the first grade, children learn to think like scientists rather than memorize ready-made answers. The school offers a diploma recognized in 160 countries worldwide and provides a dual certificate with the right to take SAT.

Higher Education Progression
Students are prepared for admission to leading universities worldwide. The diploma is recognized in 160 countries and there is a dual certificate with the right to take SAT.
Parent Experience

Community
Space School Aktau offers a wide range of after-school activities under Space Courses, including sports, arts, chess, and science clubs. Activities run on weekdays after school, with monthly fees that vary by activity and grade. Sign up is through the school.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Space School Aktau is a Cambridge international school with a diploma recognized in 160 countries worldwide. Space School Aktau is an international Cambridge school in Aktau with a focus on physics and mathematics. A gym supports basketball and other sports; a choreography room supports movement and dance. Dedicated spaces host a range of STEM, arts, and language classes, including 3D Modeling in room 211 and Space Astro astronomy in room 306; Chemistry Explorer and other science sessions are held in room 308, with robotics and exam-prep courses in rooms such as S208, 304, and 311. The school provides a four-meal daily nutrition program with a weekly menu open to parents and accommodates dietary restrictions.

Sports Facilities
Basketball is offered for Grades 3–10 with sessions listed Mon-Fri, Mon-Wed, and Wed-Fri in a Gym. The gym serves as the primary space for physical education and sports activities. A choreography room is available for dance and movement-related activities.

Academic Facilities
3D Modeling (Grades 2–9) is taught in room 211. AS Level Mathematics (Grades 10–11) is taught in room 311. MathLab: IGCSE (exam preparation) is held in room 304. Chemistry Explorer and other science sessions take place in room 308. Game Development (Grades 1–11) is offered in room 211.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Basketball for Grades 3–10 runs on a regular schedule in the Gym. The Chess Club serves Grades 6–7 in room 308. Space Astro astronomy club for Grades 5–9 meets on Fridays in room 306. Robotics programs include Robotics VEX GO / VEX IQ / WeDo 2 for Grades 1–4 in room S208 and Robotics Arduino for Grades 5–9 in room S208. 3D Modeling for Grades 2–9 meets in room 211, with additional language and exam-prep activities available in rooms such as 304 and 311.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a science-focused after-school program with hands-on exploration. Young Explorer (Grades 1–2) and Master of Experiments (Grades 2–3) introduce experimental learning, while Chemistry Explorer (Grades 3–4) and Young Analytical Chemist (Grades 4–5) deepen chemistry topics. Science Project: From Experiment to Presentation (Grades 1–11) develops research and presentation skills.

Arts & Creative
The school runs creative arts activities including Clay Therapy (Grades 1–11), Art Therapy (Grades 1–4), Painting (Grades 1–4), Pottery (Grades 2–9), and a Dance Studio (Grades 1–11). These activities take place in dedicated spaces such as the ART Room and choreography room.

Cultural & Language
The school has a Kazakh Language and Literature Club (Grade 5) and SozTime (Grades 1–6). Step into IGCSE English (Grades 6–7) supports English language development.

Social & Hobbies
The school offers sports and hobby activities including Basketball (Grades 3–10), Football (Grades 1–11), Table Tennis (Grades 1–11), Chess (Grades 1–11), and Taekwondo (Grades 1–11). A Dance Studio is also available.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school supports wellbeing through physical activity with multiple sports and a Dance Studio.
Admissions

Admissions
Admission to Grade 1 (Russian section) follows a staged admissions process. The entrance test lasts 20–30 minutes and is conducted in the language of the section, with a parent present. The academic assessment covers Mathematics, logic, and the Russian language; a psychologist's observation assesses behavioral characteristics, communication skills, attentiveness, sociability, and diligence. Results are announced immediately after the test, and the admissions committee may schedule an additional interview. If the result is unsatisfactory, a second assessment is provided free of charge, no earlier than 1 month later; a maximum of two attempts is allowed. The testing fee is 0 ₸. The admissions decision is shared with parents immediately after the test. If approved, a contract is signed with a manager and the enrollment fee is paid. If unsuccessful, a free retake is available after 1 month (maximum of two attempts); an additional interview may be required, which will be communicated in advance. Tuition for Grade 1 (Russian section) for the 2026–2027 academic year is: 1,710,000 ₸ for 100% payment by July 1; 1,800,000 ₸ in total for quarterly payments (first installment 600,000 ₸ by July 1); 1,980,000 ₸ for annual payment (single payment at the start of the school year). Enrollment fee is 200,000 ₸ one-time upon admission. Price includes the academic program, all learning materials including online platforms, 3 meals a day, and after-school support (coworking and Chill Zone). Enrollment guarantees a place after paying the enrollment fee. Required enrollment documents are: 1) School admission application; 2) Completed questionnaire; 3) 3×4 photos — 2 pcs; 4) Child's IIN, copy of birth certificate; 5) Medical documents (health passport and vaccination card); 6) Identity document of the applicant (legal representative). Consultation: Book an appointment with the admissions manager; the manager will answer questions about the school and the program, help choose the right grade, and register the child for the entrance test.
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