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Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction
The International Steppe School of Astana is an IB World private day school in Kazakhstan's capital, Astana. It delivers the International Baccalaureate curriculum in an English-language learning environment and operates as a branch of Nazarbayev Intellectual Schools, reflecting the group's national program. Founded in 2013 as the International School of Astana, the campus was renamed in 2025 as part of a Nazarbayev Intellectual Schools rebranding. The school's program emphasizes enquiry-based learning across science, humanities, and intercultural understanding. Academic and intellectual clubs include Tugan Elge Tagzym, a 2025 initiative focusing on scientific exploration, nature study, and historical research, alongside the My Homeland project examining Lake Taldykol. Cultural and language activity is represented by Festival of Hope, a 2025 intercultural dialogue and leadership event. The school also hosts exhibitions of joint social and mentoring projects for grades 8 and 11, and hosts the 4th Experiential Learning Conference, underscoring leadership development and collaboration.
Republic of Kazakhstan, 010000, Astana, Turkestan Street 32/1.
The Essentials
International Steppe School of Astana has 1,426 pupils, typical class sizes of 22, instruction in English, Kazakh, Russian.
Location
Turkistan Street, 32/1, Astana 010000, Kazakhstan. Located in Astana, Kazakhstan. The school operates as a private day IB World School.
Stages
Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP)
Type
IB World School; private day school
Country affiliation
Kazakhstan
Fees
Annual tuition at International Steppe School of Astana ranges from KZT 3,200,000 to KZT 7,400,000 for 2026/27.
Application / registration fee
- A one-time entry (application/registration) fee of KZT 320,000 is charged at enrolment.
Tuition fees (annual amounts by year group)
- Grade 1–4: KZT 4,200,000 per year (Grade 1–4 listed as KZT 4,200,000 for grades 1–4 in the published fee schedule for the 2025/26 year). - Grade 5–9: KZT 4,900,000 per year (grades shown as KZT 4,900,000 for grades 5–9 in the published fee schedule for the 2025/26 year). - Grade 10–12: KZT 6,200,000 per year (grades shown as KZT 6,200,000 for grades 10–12 in the published fee schedule for the 2025/26 year).
First-year total (example for new enrolment)
- For a child entering Grade 1 in their first year, the total first-year cost (tuition plus the one-time entry fee) is KZT 4,520,000 (KZT 4,200,000 tuition + KZT 320,000 entry fee).
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Published fees are expressed as annual amounts. The school's published fee listings present annual tuition by grade; the entry fee is a one‑time charge at enrolment. No publicly posted detailed per-term instalment schedule, instalment penalties, or discount scheme was provided in the published fee information accessed.
Boarding fees
- No boarding programme or boarding fees are listed in the school's published fee information. The school is presented as a day school with no separate boarding charges published.
Other costs and typical additional charges
- The school's published fee schedules list tuition and the one-time entry fee but do not publish detailed separate charges for items such as uniforms, school lunches, transport (bus), extracurricular clubs, learning resources, internal exam fees, or external examination fees. These categories are commonly charged separately by many schools but no public line-item amounts for them were available in the published fee materials accessed.
Refund information
- No publicly posted, itemised refund schedule for tuition or the entry fee (for example, pro-rata refunds for withdrawal dates) was available in the published fee materials that accompany the school's fee listings.
Fee payment options
- The school's published fee listings present annual amounts but do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit card, local currency or foreign‑currency payment rules) or the precise billing deadlines in the publicly available fee information accessed.
FAQs
What age range does International Steppe School of Astana serve?
International Steppe School of Astana serves students from age 6 to 18.
What curriculum does International Steppe School of Astana follow?
International Steppe School of Astana offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme at Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma levels. Language of instruction is English and Russian.
What are the tuition fees at International Steppe School of Astana?
Annual fees range from approximately 410 to 6,200,000.
Is International Steppe School of Astana a day school or boarding school?
International Steppe School of Astana operates as a day school.
Is International Steppe School of Astana co-educational?
Yes, International Steppe School of Astana is a co-educational school welcoming both boys and girls.
When was International Steppe School of Astana founded?
International Steppe School of Astana was established in 2013.
How many students attend International Steppe School of Astana?
International Steppe School of Astana has approximately 1488 students.
Does International Steppe School of Astana provide learning support for students with additional needs?
There is no publicly available information about dedicated SEN provision. Families should contact the school directly to discuss individual learning needs.
How do I apply to International Steppe School of Astana?
Prospective families should contact the school's admissions office for details on the application process and required documents.
What extracurricular activities are available at International Steppe School of Astana?
The 4th Experiential Learning Conference is being held at ISA. Tugan Elge Tagzym – 2025 features scientific exploration, nature study, and historical research. The 'My Homeland' Project focuses on exploring Lake Taldykol.
