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TAMOS Education Cambridge School

Kazakhstan, Almaty

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Kazakh, Russian
Fees KZT 400,000 - 7,843,000
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Opened 1998
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Kazakh, Russian, Mandarin, French, Spanish, Italian
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Located in Almaty, TAMOS Education Cambridge School offers Cambridge Primary, IGCSE, AS Level and A Level programmes across two campuses, Kekilbayev in the city centre and Baghanashyl on the outskirts. The school delivers Cambridge International Education with instruction by native speakers in English, Chinese, French and Spanish. An integrated educational environment runs from kindergarten through specialised tracks, including Cambridge International School, Physics and Mathematics School, Linguistics School, Kazakh School, Tamos High School and IT and Primary School. Extra programs include IELTS, SAT, AP, IGCSE and A-level preparation. The curriculum emphasizes mathematics and physics, reinforced by lab-rich science facilities and extensive engineering and technology clubs. Students participate in Olympiad training with more than 1,500 prize winners and gain access to leading universities worldwide (QS/THE/ARWU 2025 top 100). Facilities include smart classrooms, science labs, a library, drama and TV studios, two sports zones and a TAMOS Family Club with pool and fitness.

Kakymbek Salykov street no. 140, Almaty, 050023, Kazakhstan

The Essentials

TAMOS Education Cambridge School has instruction in English, Kazakh, Russian.

Location
Almaty, Kazakhstan. The school operates across two campuses in Almaty: Kekilbayev Campus and Nur Alatau Campus. Cambridge International School address: Kazakhstan, Almaty, Bostandyk district, Kakimbek Salykov Str 50. The campuses are accessible by local city transport in Almaty.

Stages
Cambridge International Kindergarten; Cambridge Primary School (ages 5–11); Cambridge Secondary School; Cambridge Upper Secondary School; Cambridge Certificates (IGCSE and A-Level).
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is compulsory for all students and must be worn during the school day. The boys' uniform includes a cardigan or dark blue vest, a polo, or long/short-sleeved shirt in white, blue, gray or dark blue, and dark blue trousers; belts are required where specified, and plain non‑marking business shoes with plain socks are worn; TAMOS Education's standard sports uniform is used for PE. The girls' uniform includes a cardigan or dark blue vest, a plaid skirt or a combined sundress (dark blue top, checked bottom) or dark blue trousers, with a blouse (white, blue, gray or dark blue) or turtleneck; belts are required where needed, plain socks or tights must be worn, and plain business shoes are worn; the dress code restricts cosmetics, certain hair styles and jewellery, and uniforms must not be altered.

Food Options
Lunch is normally eaten in class groups and supervised by class teachers or TAs. Meal times follow a scheduled daily timetable and there are policies in place for food allergies and dietary needs, including procedures for anaphylaxis. Before meals, all children are encouraged to wash their hands.

House System
The Cambridge School has a House System with three houses: Eagles, Horses, and Bears. Students and teachers are divided into houses and earn points for achievements in academics, sports and extracurricular activities; the house with the most points at the end of each term is awarded a prize.

Governance and Ownership
The Cambridge School is part of TAMOS Education. TAMOS Education publishes a School Charter outlining its mission, values and governance approach, and aims to join COBIS and CIS; the charter emphasizes leadership, service excellence, integrity, cooperation, recognition and tradition, and a commitment to transparent management and stakeholder partnership.
Fees

Annual tuition at TAMOS Education Cambridge School ranges from KZT 400,000 to KZT 7,843,000 for 2026/27.

Application / one‑time entrance fee
- Cambridge (all Cambridge year groups, including KG): KZT 400,000 (one‑time).

Tuition fees — Cambridge division (annual and per term)
- Cambridge KG (0 / Kindergarten): KZT 5,430,000 per year — KZT 1,357,500 per term (school year divided into four terms).
- Cambridge Years 1–5: KZT 6,036,800 per year — KZT 1,509,200 per term.
- Cambridge Years 6–8: KZT 6,406,400 per year — KZT 1,601,600 per term.
- Cambridge Years 9–10: KZT 7,022,400 per year — KZT 1,755,600 per term.
- Cambridge Years 11–12: KZT 7,843,000 per year — KZT 1,960,750 per term.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Enrolment is governed by a one‑year parent contract that is renewed annually; tuition is set on a yearly basis and the school operates on four terms per academic year.
- Discounts and payment incentives (published): sibling discounts and early‑payment discounts are applied according to the school's discount schedule. The published discount structure includes: 5% (two children — applied to one child), 5% (three children — applied to each child), 7% for full‑year payment by early‑deadline, and 5% for full‑year payment by a later deadline; cumulative discounts are capped (total discounts do not exceed 20% of annual tuition). The one‑time entrance fee is not eligible for these discounts. Specific early‑payment deadline dates and the discount thresholds are published by the school each year.
- Transport is charged on a monthly basis (published range KZT 48,000–50,000 per month for standard routes; long/distant routes priced individually). Meal plans (three meals per day) are offered as an additional paid service with published annual fees (examples in current materials: KZT 700,000 per year for lower primary levels and KZT 750,000 per year for older students). Kindergarten (Tamosik) has a published monthly fee that includes meals: KZT 300,000 per month.

Boarding
- Boarding / residential (boarding house) provision is not listed among the school's standard services for the Cambridge division; the school operates as a day school with on‑site canteens and optional paid meal plans.

Other costs and typical additional fees
- Uniform: A regulation school uniform is compulsory for all students and is available for purchase from the school uniform shop; cost of individual uniform items is charged separately.
- Meals: Optional three‑meal plans are charged as an additional annual fee (published examples: KZT 700,000 per year for 0–4 grades; KZT 750,000 per year for 5–11 grades). Kindergarten monthly fee (KZT 300,000) includes meals.
- Transport: Monthly bus service is an additional charge (published range KZT 48,000–50,000 per month for typical routes).
- Examinations and certification: Cambridge IGCSE and A‑Level programme participation and externally assessed examination entries are part of the academic pathway; costs for Cambridge/external examination entries and examination board fees are typically charged in addition to tuition and are administered according to the school's examination registration process.
- Extracurricular activities, selected clubs, special courses, and certain school services may carry additional fees as published in the school's supplementary services schedule.

Refunds and contract conditions
- The school operates on an annual parent contract that is renewed each year; terms related to withdrawal, cancellations and any refund arrangements are governed by that enrolment contract and the school's terms and conditions. Parents sign a one‑year contract at enrolment.

Fee payment process and practical notes
- Tuition and ancillary services are invoiced according to the school's billing cycle and the annual enrolment contract; transport is invoiced monthly where applicable and meal plans are invoiced according to the school's published schedule. The school publishes early‑payment discount options for full‑year settlement and sibling discounts; the entrance fee is a one‑time charge not eligible for these discounts.

(Amounts are expressed in Kazakhstani tenge — use the listed KZT amounts above when recording fees.)
Academics

TAMOS Education Cambridge School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels.

Curriculum
Cambridge International Education with Cambridge, IGCSE, AS & A Levels. Instruction is delivered by native speakers in English, Chinese, French, and Spanish. An integrated educational environment from kindergarten to specialised tracks includes Cambridge International School, Physics and Mathematics School, Linguistics School, Kazakh School, Tamos High School, and IT and Primary School. Extra programs include IELTS, SAT, AP preparation, A-Level preparation, and IGCSE preparation. The program emphasizes advanced mathematics and physics, and offers academic clubs such as debate, engineering, science, economics, and programming; Olympiad training is provided with more than 1,500 prize winners. Graduates are admitted to leading universities worldwide, with school students admitted to the world's top 100 universities (QS/THE/ARWU 2025).

Exam Results
Average IELTS score of graduates: 7.5–9.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates are admitted to leading universities around the world, including Kazakhstan, Russia, Europe, the USA, and Asia. Notable examples include Fudan University (China), Yonsei University (South Korea), King's College London (UK), University of Amsterdam (Netherlands), University of Bristol (UK), Wageningen University & Research (Netherlands), Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Hong Kong), Boston University (USA), and Cambridge University (UK). School graduates have access to the world's top 100 universities according to QS/THE/ARWU 2025.

Gifted and Talented
Olympiad training (SHOR) with more than 1,500 prize winners. Participation in subject and project-based international Olympiads including FEMO International Mathematics Olympiad, Zhautykov International Mathematics Olympiad, American Mathematics Competition/International Olympiad, Republican Presidential Olympiad (Natural-Mathematical subjects), IMAS International Mathematics Olympiad, Iran Geometry Olympiad for Grades 9–10, Silk Road International Mathematics Olympiad, COPERNICUS International Olympiad, and STEMCO International Olympiad.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has a mission to prepare students to become active lifelong learners and offers a broad international program framework designed to develop knowledge, skills, and personal growth.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school teaches instruction with native speakers in English, Chinese, French, Spanish, and other languages as part of its international education approach.

Safeguarding
The school provides a safe environment with an anti-bullying system and a clean, secure setting.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 1998, TAMOS Education provides a unified educational environment from kindergarten to specialised tracks. TAMOS Education Cambridge School is part of the TAMOS Education network and offers Cambridge International curricula (Cambridge, IGCSE, AS & A Levels). Instruction is delivered by native speakers. The network prepares students for admission to leading universities worldwide.

Community
The school fosters a community through clubs and family programs, including the Tamos Family Club and Stars Of TAMOS Music School. Olympiad training (SHOR) is offered, with participation in international competitions such as FEMO International Mathematics Olympiad, Zhautykov International Mathematics Olympiad, the American Mathematics Competition / International Olympiad, COPERNICUS International Olympiad, and STEMCO International Olympiad.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Two TAMOS Education Cambridge School campuses operate in Almaty: Kekilbayev Campus in the city centre and Baganashyl Campus on the outskirts. Kekilbayev Campus has 16 classrooms, 4 pre‑school classrooms, 2 arts classrooms, 2 computer science labs, 2 large sports zones, a dance studio, 2 music classrooms, 2 drama halls, 1 natural science room, 1 chess room, 15 language classrooms, a medical centre, administrative offices and a security centre. The campus expansion includes a dedicated Kindergarten and pre‑school with play areas and sleeping spaces. Baghanashyl Campus comprises five buildings and a sports centre; it includes a library, Kazakh, Russian and English language classes, biology, physics and chemistry labs, rooms for art, pottery, ICT, self‑knowledge, music and piano, choreography, TV studio, two halls and drama facilities. A TAMOS Family Club sports centre on site includes a swimming pool, dressing rooms, martial arts, choreography/gaming, music and chess spaces, weight training and functional training, plus a sauna, a beauty salon and a medical centre. All classrooms are fitted with smartboards, projectors and computers.

Sports Facilities
Kekilbayev Campus features two large sports zones. The TAMOS Family Club sports centre on site includes a swimming pool, dressing rooms, martial arts spaces, choreography/gaming, music and chess areas, weight training and functional training, plus a sauna. Baghanashyl Campus also contains a sports centre within its five-building complex.

Academic Facilities
All classrooms are fitted with smartboards, projectors and computers. Kekilbayev Campus provides a natural science room and dedicated biology, physics and chemistry labs. Baghanashyl Campus includes biology, physics and chemistry labs, plus labs and spaces for art, pottery, ICT, self‑knowledge, music and piano, choreography and a TV studio, as well as drama facilities and two halls. The Baghanashyl site also houses a library to support multilingual study (Kazakh, Russian and English). Cambridge International programs are delivered across campuses, including IGCSE and A Level offerings.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular Activities and clubs include Olympiads and a varied menu of after‑school clubs, summer school clubs, academic clubs, sports tournaments and competitions. The school also offers a range of additional clubs and activities listed under its extracurricular program, including music and drama opportunities.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Extracurricular activities include 3D Modelling, Coding, Science, Geography, Reading, and Engineering. These activities develop higher-order thinking skills including critical thinking, problem-solving, independent research, collaboration, and effective communication. They help build leadership, teamwork, and public speaking through group projects and club participation. Participation in these activities supports well-being and complements academic learning.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative activities include Art, Drama, and 3D Modelling. These clubs provide opportunities for creative expression and presentation. Students engage in projects that blend design, storytelling, and performance. Participation strengthens imagination and communication skills.

Cultural & Language
Arabic and French clubs are offered. Cultural Appreciation and Kazakh Fairy Tales are part of extracurriculars. Students explore languages and cultural heritage through these activities. These clubs support multilingualism and cross-cultural understanding.

Social & Hobbies
Clubs cover sports and leisure interests, including Football, Table Tennis, and Swimming. Other social activities like Reading and Chess clubs encourage social interaction. Clubs promote friendship, teamwork, and personal growth. Participants develop social-emotional skills and healthy habits.

Leadership & Professional
Clubs include Model United Nations and Debate. These activities foster leadership, public speaking, and teamwork. They also develop discipline and motivation through organized projects.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports such as Football, Swimming, and Table Tennis promote physical fitness. Clubs emphasize well-being through active participation and healthy competition. Engagement in extracurriculars supports balance between academics and personal development. Participation helps develop discipline and resilience.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches English, Kazakh, and Russian. English is used for core Cambridge curriculum subjects, while Kazakh and Russian are taught separately in native-language instruction. There are opportunities for bilingual or trilingual education.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers bilingual or trilingual education. English is the language of instruction for Cambridge Kindergarten subjects (Mathematics, English, and Science) and Art and Music are taught in English by qualified native English-speaking teachers. Kazakh and Russian are studied with experienced local teachers in their native languages.

Immersion Programs
English-language instruction is provided across core Cambridge subjects by native English-speaking teachers, with Kazakh and Russian taught by local teachers in their native languages, creating a multilingual learning environment. The Cambridge curriculum is integrated with the foundations of Kazakh culture to connect students with their heritage.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. Registration. Families and prospective children are warmly welcome to visit TAMOS Education. Parents can register their children at any age, and TAMOS Education will continue to accept applications as long as places are available. Registration does not guarantee a place but ensures the child will be considered for the selection process.

Step 2. General Admission Requirements. Admission requires agreement to follow TAMOS Education policies, acceptance of the teaching methods, and understanding and acceptance of the school's programs. Students are admitted throughout the year under the following conditions: the child's age falls within the correct age range for the grade (September intake); the student can pass the appropriate exam for the course and level; the student has consistent good reports from the previous school; and there are available places in the class that do not exceed the defined class limit.

Step 3. Selection Process. The selection process begins on April 1 for Kazakh, Russian, and Cambridge streams. The applicant must submit the following paperwork: letter or statement of intent from the parents; the child's medical records and medical passport; parents' certificate of residence and proof of address. An interview with the student is then conducted in the learning medium of the chosen school (Kazakh, Russian or English). The student must pass a competitive entry test designed by TAMOS Education in English, Kazakh, Russian, Math and Science, depending on the course and grade. The availability of spaces in each grade is also considered. If there is no space, the family's name and child are placed on a waiting list, and when a place becomes available the family is invited for interview and testing.

Step 4. Probation. For new students there is a two-month probation period to help the student settle in. During this time, teachers, homeroom teachers, counselors and psychologists provide support. If there are ongoing issues with settling in, these will be discussed with the parent.

Step 5. Enrollment after the first term. Enrollment after the beginning of the first term is possible if the following conditions are met: the parents agree to the general admission requirements; the appropriate paperwork is provided; there are good academic results and good behaviour reports; there is available space in the chosen class; final admission is at the discretion of the school directors.

Waitlist
If a class has no available places, the waiting list holds the names of the parents and student. When a place becomes available, the family is invited for interview and testing.
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