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Light Academy International School

Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Russian, Kyrgyz
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 7 - 18 years
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, British Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum
Taught languages English, Russian, Kyrgyz
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Social and Hobbies
Stages Kindergarten, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Light Academy International School is a Bishkek-based international school serving students from age 7 to 18. The campus operates in a modern, purpose-built facility with fully furnished classrooms and state-of-the-art IT facilities to support digital learning. The school offers Cambridge-based curricula across Primary to A-levels, including Cambridge IGCSE, AS, and A Levels, alongside the Kyrgyz State Curriculum and elements of the British National Curriculum. Instruction is delivered in English, Kyrgyz, and Russian, with a distinctive trilingual program beginning in Kindergarten through Grade 4 that exposes students to English, Russian, and Kyrgyz. Class sizes are capped at 20 to enable personalized attention. Nutritious meals are provided three times daily, and an extensive after-school program includes Art, Music, Dance, Cooking, Programming, Robotics, Table Tennis, Chess, Athletics, Taekwondo, and Gymnastics. The school combines Cambridge qualifications with holistic development and lifelong-learning skills in a modern, supportive environment for families worldwide today and beyond globally.

Sadyrbaev str. 2/14, Bishkek city

The Essentials

Light Academy International School has typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English, Russian, Kyrgyz.

Location
Light Academy is located in Bishkek, the capital city. It is described as being in the heart of Bishkek. The school offers education from Primary to Grade 11.

Stages
Light Academy offers Kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary education up to Grade 11. The curriculum draws on Cambridge International Examinations, the British National Curriculum, and the Kyrgyz State Curriculum.

Type
The school is an international school.

Additional learning support
A speech therapist and a school pediatrician are on staff.

Country affiliation
Cambridge International Examinations and the British National Curriculum are part of the curriculum, alongside the Kyrgyz State Curriculum.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Three nutritious meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).

Governance and Ownership
Private institution led by a General Manager/Director.
Fees
Application fees
- No numeric application, registration, or enrollment fee amount is published for Light Academy International School for the 2026/27 academic year (nor for 2025/26) on the school's public pages.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- No detailed tuition schedule showing amounts per term or per year group (Kindergarten; Primary 1–4; Secondary 5–11) is published on the school's public pages for the 2026/27 academic year (nor for 2025/26). Specific per-term or per-year numeric tuition figures are not available.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No published billing schedule (termly/semesterly/monthly installment plan), invoice timing, due dates, or late-payment penalties are available on the school's public pages. Payment terms and any discounts or surcharges are not specified.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- No boarding program or boarding fees are described on the school's public pages. The school advertises three meals and transport but does not publish information indicating a residential/boarding option or associated boarding charges.

Other costs and fees
- School-provided items and services noted on public pages include three meals, transport (school bus/"развоз"), and textbooks. Whether these items are included in tuition or charged separately is not stated.
- No published fees or amounts are shown for uniforms, registration deposits, activity/extracurricular fees, assessment/exam fees, resource or technology fees, transport fees as separate line items, or medical/insurance charges.

Refund information
- No published refund, withdrawal, or fee-credit policy (including conditions for partial refunds, deadlines, or administrative deductions) is available on the school's public pages.

Fee payment options
- No public listing of accepted payment methods (credit card, online portal, bank-transfer details, in-person cash payment, local payment agents) is available. Contact channels are provided for direct inquiry.

Contact details to request official fee figures or documents
- Address: Sadyrbaev str. 2/14, Bishkek. Phone: +996 508 990 550 and +996 995 990 550. Email: lightacademy.office@gmail.com. Use these contacts to obtain the official and current fee schedule and payment instructions.

Summary of search: I reviewed the school's public pages (home, Primary & Secondary, Kindergarten, and Contact) and did not find a published fee schedule, numeric tuition amounts, or the requested billing/payment details for the 2026/27 or 2025/26 academic years. The school's public pages list services such as meals, transport, and textbooks but do not state whether those are included in tuition or charged separately. For definitive numeric fee figures, billing schedule, refund policy, and accepted payment methods, contact the school using the details above.
Academics

Light Academy International School teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, British Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum for students aged 7 to 18.

Curriculum
The Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) curriculum is used for students aged 7–18, including Cambridge IGCSE and A-level qualifications. The languages of instruction are English, Kyrgyz, and Russian. Kyrgyz State Curriculum is accessible to students.
Parent Experience

History
Light Academy was established in Bishkek as a nascent learning community. It offers education from primary through Grade 11. The school follows Cambridge International Examinations alongside the Kyrgyz State Curriculum, offering Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Secondary 1, Cambridge IGCSE, AS, and A Level programs. English, Kyrgyz, and Russian are languages of instruction as part of an international trilingual program. The campus features a technologically advanced learning environment and aims to cultivate lifelong learning skills.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Light Academy operates from a modernized, purpose-built facility with fully furnished, spacious classrooms. State-of-the-art computer and IT facilities support digital learning. Class sizes are capped at 20 students to enable personalized education. Nutritious meals are served three times daily. A comprehensive after-school program includes Art, Music, Dance, Cooking, Programming, Table Tennis, Chess, Athletics, Robotics, Taekwondo, and Gymnastics.

Sports Facilities
After-school programs include Athletics, Taekwondo, Gymnastics, Table Tennis, and Chess. These activities support physical development and teamwork within the school community.

Academic Facilities
Modernized, child-friendly infrastructure supports daily learning. Fully furnished, spacious classrooms provide comfortable learning spaces. State-of-the-art computer and IT facilities enable advanced digital learning. Classrooms are designed to facilitate interactive, student-centered learning. The maximum class size of 20 students promotes personalized instruction.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Art, Music, Dance, Cooking, Programming, Table Tennis, Chess, Athletics, Robotics, Taekwondo, and Gymnastics are offered as part of the comprehensive after-school program. The program enriches students' skills beyond core academics.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school uses English, Kyrgyz, and Russian as languages of instruction. It follows the Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) curriculum for students aged 7 to 18. The Cambridge International Curriculum (IGCSE, A-level) is provided with additional support services such as a speech therapist and an educational psychologist. The Kyrgyz State Curriculum is also accessible to students.

Arts & Creative
The after-school program includes Art, Music, Dance, Cooking, Programming, Table Tennis, Chess, Athletics, Robotics, Taekwondo, and Gymnastics. These activities support creative and physical development beyond the classroom.

Cultural & Language
In languages of instruction are English, Kyrgyz, and Russian. Kindergarten offers trilingual immersion in English, Russian, and Kyrgyz. In grades 1–4, instruction is in English, Russian, and Kyrgyz, with some subjects taught in a language the student finds accessible. From grades 5–11, the school follows the Cambridge program with IGCSE and A-level tracks.

Social & Hobbies
Extracurricular activities include robotics, dancing, chess, and playing the komuz, as well as gymnastics. Kindergarten notes diverse extracurricular offerings including entertainment and educational circles.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Three nutritious meals are provided daily, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The after-school program includes Athletics, Taekwondo, Gymnastics, and other activities. Class sizes are capped at 20 students to enable personalized attention. The facilities are state-of-the-art and child-friendly.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include English, Russian, and Kyrgyz. Grades 1–4 are taught in English, Russian, and Kyrgyz. Grades 5–11 follow the Cambridge program and prepare for Cambridge exams such as IGCSE and A-Level, as well as SAT and TOEFL. Teaching staff includes native English speakers and local specialists.

Bilingual Teaching
Instruction is provided in three languages: English, Russian, and Kyrgyz. In grades 1 to 4, all three languages are used in instruction; grades 5 to 11 follow the Cambridge program.

Immersion Programs
Trilingual immersion is offered in Kindergarten, with instruction in English, Russian, and Kyrgyz.
School Events
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