About Miras

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)

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

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

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.