Miras team
Meet the leadership and key administrative staff who help shape the Miras experience every day. Through their expertise, dedication, and shared commitment to excellence, they foster a supportive, innovative, and thriving school community.
Behind every achievement at Miras stands a caring community of teachers, coordinators, and support specialists who know each student as an individual and guide their growth academically, socially, and emotionally.
School leadership team
Irina R. Vlassyants
Head of School
Provides strategic leadership for the school, ensuring educational excellence while fostering strong partnerships with families, staff, and the wider community.
Anna V. Mashura
Deputy Head for Curriculum and Professional Development
Leads curriculum development and academic quality across the school while coordinating professional learning to support excellence in teaching and learning.
Gaukhar K. Shaimerdenova
Dean of Students
Leads student well-being and pastoral care, fostering a positive, inclusive school culture that promotes respect, belonging, and personal growth.
Ronel Prinsloo
Primary School Principal
Leads the Primary School division from Early Years through Grade 4, promoting inquiry-based learning, multilingual education, and the well-being of every child.
Dinara T. Ukubassova
Primary School Vice-Principal
Supports the daily operation of the Primary School, working closely with teachers and families to ensure a positive and engaging learning environment.
Daniel Brace
Secondary School Principal
Leads the Secondary School division from Grades 5–12, ensuring academic excellence, student well-being, and a supportive environment that prepares students for future success.
Elena G. Vladimirova
Secondary Vice-School Principal
Supports the daily operation of the Secondary School, helping to deliver high-quality academic programmes and a safe, inclusive learning environment.
IB Coordinators
Assel K. Tassibekova
IB PYP Coordinator
Leads the implementation of the IB Primary Years Programme, supporting inquiry-based learning, student agency, and high-quality teaching practices.
Baktyt E. Sadvakassova
IB MYP Coordinator
Oversees the IB Middle Years Programme, supporting curriculum implementation, assessment, and the development of ATL skills and Service as Action.
Aytan D. Mamedova
IB DP Coordinator
Leads the IB Diploma Programme, overseeing curriculum, assessment, university preparation, and the successful delivery of the DP core.
Admissions & student services
Yekaterina V. Rupps
Communication manager
Supports admissions and school communications, guiding prospective families through the enrollment process and strengthening connections within the Miras community.
Iskander Adinayev
Guidance Counselor
Supports students’ academic, personal, and university planning, helping them make informed decisions and prepare for future success.