International Steppe School of Astana
International School in Astana
1,500
13 (Kazakh)
22 avg / 25 max
Rolling
About International Steppe School of Astana
International Steppe School of Astana is an international school in Astana, Kazakhstan, authorised as an IB Continuum School, offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). The school is also accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS).
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $8,936 – $13,191 |
| Annual tuition (local) | 4200000 KZT-6200000 KZT |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $12,564(+14%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $14,064 |
| Cost position in Astana | 13th percentile(budget-friendly) |
IB
International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) eAssessments and International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) assessments.
Student performance in IB assessments is reviewed internally and used to inform teaching and learning. As the school continues to grow its graduating cohorts, results are monitored as part of ongoing quality assurance and school improvement processes.
The school offers several language streams to support different linguistic backgrounds and learning needs. These include Kazakh- and Russian-medium streams, an English-medium stream where subjects are taught fully in English, and a specialised Kazakh language immersion stream for Russian-speaking students. The immersion stream follows a tailored programme with a strong focus on developing Kazakh language proficiency through cognitively accessible content, with adjusted academic load in other subjects to support effective language acquisition.
The school provides comprehensive and ongoing support for students with special learning needs. This includes a dedicated learning support team, SEN coordination, individual learning plans, in-class differentiation, and access to specialist support such as speech therapy. Support is delivered through close collaboration between teachers, specialists, parents, and, where appropriate, external professionals.
Yes
Classes start at 08:30 – The school day typically finishes between 15:30 and 17:00, depending on the grade level and activities.
Yes. The school provides a daily meal programme that includes breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack.
Yes, dietary requirements are accommodated where possible, subject to prior request.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Astana
Budget-friendlySchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Common: Kazakh
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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