Miras at a Glance
Welcome to Miras
Founded in 1999, Miras International School Almaty is one of Kazakhstan’s leading international schools and a branch of the NNEF Public Foundation. For more than 25 years, Miras has provided high-quality education that combines Kazakhstani educational standards with the internationally recognized International Baccalaureate (IB) framework.
Today, Miras serves approximately 900 students from Early Years through Grade 12 in a multilingual and internationally minded learning environment.
Key facts
Founded
1999
Location
190 Al-Farabi Avenue, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Languages of Instruction
Kazakh, Russian, and English
School Type
Private, non-profit international school
Founder
NNEF Public Foundation
International School Status
Recognized by the Government of Kazakhstan since 2012
International recognition
Miras is a fully authorized IB World School, offering:
- IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)
- IB Middle Years Programme (MYP)
- IB Diploma Programme (DP)
The school is also accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and is a member of international educational organizations including UNESCO Associated Schools and ECIS.
Integrated educational programmes
Miras delivers a unique educational model that integrates the requirements of the Republic of Kazakhstan’s national curriculum with the philosophy and standards of the International Baccalaureate.
This approach enables students to:
- Meet national graduation requirements
- Earn internationally recognized qualifications
- Develop multilingual communication skills
- Build critical thinking, creativity, and global awareness
- Prepare successfully for universities in Kazakhstan and around the world
Modern learning environment
The purpose-built campus includes separate facilities for Early Years, Primary, and Secondary students and provides a wide range of learning spaces, including:
- Science laboratories
- Computer and robotics laboratories
- STEAM facilities
- Art, music, drama, and dance studios
- Libraries
- Theatre and auditorium
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sports halls and outdoor athletic facilities
- Age-appropriate outdoor playgrounds and recreational areas that encourage active play, social interaction, and physical development
These modern facilities provide students with a safe, engaging, and inspiring environment in which to learn, explore, and grow.
Beyond the classroom
Students benefit from a rich programme of extracurricular opportunities, including sports, performing arts, robotics, Model United Nations, languages, leadership activities, and community service. Additional enrichment courses are available through the Center for Additional Educational Services (CAES).
Preparing students for the future
Miras graduates receive internationally recognized qualifications and continue their education at leading universities in Kazakhstan and around the world. Guided by the values of the IB Learner Profile, Miras prepares students to become knowledgeable, responsible, and compassionate global citizens ready to thrive in an ever-changing world.