Mix Dance Club is an exciting and fun place for young dancers to explore their passion for movement! We offer a fantastic mix of cool choreography, national dances from around the world, and trendy contemporary styles. Mix Dance Club is the perfect spot to jump, groove, and shine on the dance floor!

Robotics classes do more than entertain - they cultivate your child's logical and creative thinking, enhance fine motor skills, increase focus, and foster teamwork. We offer a unique program consisting of two levels:

"Build it" - children create sturdy and diverse robot models, learning the fundamental principles of engineering. Upon successfully completing this stage, students move on to "Program It", where they assemble more complex robots and learn programming to control them using tablets.

ProVocal ASA helps children develop musical skills, confidence, and creativity through group singing. Students practice vocals, rhythm, diction, and expression while building memory and focus. Led by professional instructors, the program encourages teamwork, stage confidence, and offers performance opportunities at concerts and competitions.

This activity is designed for native Kazakh speakers to strengthen their reading, writing, and communication skills. Students explore stories, cultural topics, and language exercises that deepen their understanding and appreciation of their mother tongue. The group provides a supportive environment for improving fluency, expanding vocabulary, and developing confidence in using Kazakh.

Бұл топ ана тілін еркін білетін қазақ тілінің оқушылары үшін арналған және оқушылардың оқу, жазу және ауызша сөйлеу дағдыларын жетілдіруге бағытталған. Оқушылар әңгімелерді, мәдени тақырыптарды және тілдік жаттығуларды зерттей отырып, ана тілін терең түсініп, бағалауды дамытады. Сабақтар қазақ тілін еркін қолдануға, сөздік қорды кеңейтуге және сенімді сөйлеуге қолайлы қолдаушы орта ұсынады.

During the year, children will learn the basic elements of tennis in a playful way: how to hold the racket, hit, and catch the ball. The program develops coordination, agility, attention, and a love for sports. All activities are taught through games and fun exercises to keep children motivated and happy.

Build strategic thinking and concentration by participating in Chess, an activity that enhances critical thinking and patience.

Our Indoor Football sessions are specially designed for Early Years students, focusing on fun, movement, and teamwork. Children will develop their coordination, balance, and basic ball skills through playful activities, mini-games, and exercises suited to their age. The goal is to build a love for sport, encourage team spirit, and help children gain confidence while staying active in a safe indoor environment.

🎨 Discover the joy of colors with Acrylic Painting, designed especially for Early Years students. Through playful and age-appropriate activities, children will explore textures, shapes, and colors, while developing their creativity, fine motor skills, and love for art.

This course aims to teach children how to play the violin from the basics or improve their existing skills. The program includes instruction on technique, musical ear development, and creative expression.

ProVocal ASA helps children develop musical skills, confidence, and creativity through group singing. Students practice vocals, rhythm, diction, and expression while building memory and focus. Led by professional instructors, the program encourages teamwork, stage confidence, and offers performance opportunities at concerts and competitions.

Unleash your creativity with the 3D Pen ASA! Students will learn to design and create three-dimensional art, combining imagination with hands-on skills. This activity helps develop fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and problem-solving, while encouraging artistic expression and innovation in a fun, supportive environment. 

The Science by OILANU  introduces young learners to the exciting world of science through fun, hands-on experiments and interactive activities. Designed to spark curiosity, the club explores basic concepts in chemistry, physics, and biology in a playful, age-appropriate way. 

In this creative activity, students will design, build, and play their own board games. They will learn how to develop rules, create themes, and craft game pieces while working both independently and in teams. The program encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and imagination, giving students the chance to bring their ideas to life and share their games with friends.

Drama ASA lets our students step into the spotlight! The stage is the perfect place to unleash creativity, boost confidence, and explore the art of performance. Students are guided through improvisation, scene work, and character development exercises, helping them to enhance their public speaking and communication skills and providing opportunities to explore their unique voices and storytelling abilities. The ASA culminates in a stage performance for the whole community to enjoy. ASA Drama includes script reading, memorization practice, and stage work, ending with short "Cast Placement Performances." 

The Math Club makes numbers fun through games, puzzles, and hands-on activities. Students practice problem-solving, logic, and creative thinking while working together and challenging themselves. The club helps build confidence in math and shows how enjoyable it can be to explore patterns abd ideas.

At the Russian language club we offer various creative options for learning the language. Children read books, write creative works, study idioms in Russian, and watch interesting children's movies in Russian. The children organize competitions in reading tongue twisters and solving riddles, as well as improving their speaking skills by participating in discussions.

In the Russian B language club the children actively develop all language skills - Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing.  Students learn the Russian alphabet, start to read, retell fairy tales in role-playing games and develop their speaking skills, do creative works, study useful phrases in Russian, watch interesting children's cartoons in Russian.

Students will sing and develop their vocal skills in harmony with fun and challenging music. Many different types of songs will be learned, both silly and serious. At the end of the season, there will be auditions for a small group of 4th and 5th graders who will travel to an exciting and inspiring international choir festival from March 4-8 in Singapore. Those students will carry on for Season 2.

The Go Game Strategy Club introduces young students to one of the world's oldest and most fun strategy games. Players learn the basics of placing stones, capturing, and building territory while practicing patience and concentration. The activity helps children develop problem-solving skills, creativity, and confidence in a playful, supportive environment.

The U9 Boys & Girls Football Team will be participating in the COASH league and playing matches on Saturdays until the end of the Season. We welcome players of all levels. Depending on the number of sign-ups, there may be trials, and if this is the case, the trials will take place during the first week of the ASAs. Following the trials, the final team will be selected for the KIS U9 Football Team for Season 1, and if your child/ward doesn't make the team then kindly note that they will still have the opportunity to sign up for other ASAs for Season 1.

The U11 Boys & Girls Football Team will be participating in the COASH league and playing matches on Saturdays until the end of the Season. We welcome players of all levels. Depending on the number of sign-ups, there may be trials, and if this is the case, the trials will take place during the first week of the ASAs. Following the trials, the final team will be selected for the KIS U11 Football Team for Season 1, and if your child/ward doesn't make the team then kindly note that they will still have the opportunity to sign up for other ASAs for Season 1.

Fencing is a dynamic and engaging sport that offers numerous benefits for children. Here are some key advantages:

1. Physical Fitness: Fencing improves strength, agility, and coordination. It provides a full-body workout, enhancing overall physical health.

2. Mental Discipline: The sport requires strategic thinking and quick decision-making, helping children develop focus and problem-solving skills.

3. Self-Confidence: As children learn and improve their fencing skills, they gain confidence in their abilities, which can translate to other areas of life.

4. Respect and Sportsmanship: Fencing teaches important values such as respect for opponents, discipline, and fair play.

Karate is a popular Japanese martial art. This direction helps to develop not only physically, but also spiritually and psychologically. 

The main advantages of practicing karate are: self-defense, self-control, improvement of discipline, concentration, flexibility, coordination and overall health. 

Karate not only teaches the use of combat skills, but also instills cultural values and moral norms, such as respect for elders, assistance to the younger ones. Karateka develop physically and morally. By fighting internal obstacles, they strengthen the spirit and become a balanced personality.

At the hip-hop club, children learn basic steps and their names, and learn choreography. Also, during the classes, children become more musical and develop their bodies. Everyone expresses themselves, as each child performs individually, which gives more self-confidence. The classes also include a dance game, with the help of which children practice all the movements.

Mix Dance Club is an exciting and fun place for young dancers to explore their passion for movement! We offer a fantastic mix of cool choreography, national dances from around the world, and trendy contemporary styles. Mix Dance Club is the perfect spot to jump, groove, and shine on the dance floor!

The Vocal ASA is designed to develop children's musical abilities, confidence, and creativity through group singing sessions. Students will practice vocal techniques, breathing exercises, rhythm, diction, and emotional expression, while also strengthening memory and concentration.

Led by professional instructors, the program provides personalized support and encourages teamwork, creativity, and stage confidence. Students will also have opportunities to perform at concerts and competitions, showcasing their progress and building lifelong performance skills.

During the year, children will learn the basic elements of tennis in a playful way: how to hold the racket, hit, and catch the ball. The program develops coordination, agility, attention, and a love for sports. All activities are taught through games and fun exercises to keep children motivated and happy.

This course aims to teach children how to play the violin from the basics or improve their existing skills. The program includes instruction on technique, musical ear development, and creative expression.

Build strategic thinking and concentration by participating in Chess, an activity that enhances critical thinking and patience.

The Dombyra Program introduces students to Kazakhstan's traditional two-stringed instrument, an important symbol of the nation's cultural heritage. Participants learn basic playing techniques, rhythms, and songs while exploring the history and meaning behind the music. The activity encourages appreciation for culture, creativity, and performance, while giving students the joy of making music on a unique and beautiful instrument.

Robotics classes do more than entertain - they cultivate your child's logical and creative thinking, enhance fine motor skills, increase focus, and foster teamwork. We offer a unique program consisting of two levels:

"Build it" - children create sturdy and diverse robot models, learning the fundamental principles of engineering. Upon successfully completing this stage, students move on to "Program It", where they assemble more complex robots and learn programming to control them using tablets.

Explore the vibrant world of colors with Acrylic painting, which helps young artists develop their creativity and painting techniques.

Our Chinese Language ASA introduces students to Mandarin in a fun and interactive way, with a focus on building everyday vocabulary, listening and speaking skills, and cultural awareness. The program is suitable for absolute beginners as well as for students who are continuing from last year. Through games, songs, role-play, and writing practice, students will strengthen their communication skills while discovering more about Chinese traditions and culture.

The Karaoke Club gives young students a fun way to sing their favorite songs and build confidence on stage. Children practice singing in a supportive environment while developing rhythm, expression, and creativity. The club is all about joy, teamwork, and discovering the fun of performing with friends.

Our youngest learners gain the language and confidence they need to engage in classroom life. Through guided storytelling, early phonics, speaking routines, and role play, students practice understanding classroom instructions, answering simple questions, and building vocabulary used in subjects like math, art, and literacy. This course gently builds the foundation for full participation in an international school setting.

We are thrilled to offer the basketball teams for U13, JV (U15), and Varsity (U19) students in Season 2 as part of our BSA program. Students will compete in the COASH League, with games taking place on weekday evenings after school throughout the months of November, December and January. This provides an excellent opportunity for students to refine their basketball skills and showcase their teamwork and fair play.

After the COASH season, the JV and Varsity teams will have the chance to participate in the prestigious Central Asia Basketball Classic (CABC) 2025, co-hosted by QSI International School and Haleybury International School in Astana. This year's tournament will take place from February 20-22, 2025, providing a thrilling culmination to the basketball season.

Our BSA Football Program offers competitive teams for U13, JV (U15), and Varsity (U19) categories in Season 1. Throughout the season in August, September and October students will participate in COASH League games, held on weekday evenings, where they will have the opportunity to develop their football skills while fostering teamwork and fair play.

This offers the opportunity to encourage new friendships, dedication, resilience and respect for others by encouraging strong collaborative skills.

In addition to the COASH season, JV and Varsity teams will compete in the Central Asian Soccer Classic (CASC), a highly anticipated regional tournament. The key dates for the tournament are as follows:

JV (U15): October 31 - November 2, 2024, at Tien Shan International School, Almaty.

Varsity (U19): November 7-9, 2024, at Tashkent International School, Tashkent.

This tournament will offer our student-athletes a platform to compete against top international schools in Central Asia and showcase their abilities on a larger stage.

In Season 3, our BSA Volleyball Program offers students in JV (U15), and Varsity (U19) the chance to compete in the COASH League, with matches taking place on weekday evenings. This is an excellent opportunity for students to sharpen their volleyball skills and experience competitive play in a supportive team environment.

At the end of the season, our JV and Varsity teams will participate in the Central Asian Volleyball Classic (CAVC), a major regional tournament hosted at Almaty International School from April 17-19, 2025. This prestigious event will provide our players the opportunity to compete at the highest level against other top schools from Central Asia.

Our BSA Cross-Country Team offers students the opportunity to develop their endurance and running techniques in a supportive, competitive environment. This season, students will represent KIS at the COASH Cross-Country Event on Thursday, September 26th 2024 at Tien Shan International School. This event provides a platform for students to challenge themselves while competing against other international schools.

Throughout the remainder of Season 1, students will continue to refine their cross-country skills during regular BSA sessions, working on their stamina, pacing, and race strategies.

The Athletics Council BSA is a student-led initiative designed to promote and enhance the KIS Wolves athletics culture.. The council members work together on event planning, social media strategies, and sports promotions. This year’s goals include organizing athletic type activities during whole-school events, boosting the school’s athletics presence on different media, and preparing activities such as mini-competitions during flex time to raise and promote the athletics throughout KIS School. 

Through leadership roles such as content creation, event coordination, and social media management, students actively contribute to making athletics more engaging and exciting for the entire school community. The council also focuses on collaborative projects like promoting team captains, athlete interviews, and celebrating standout performances in sports.

Come lift weights or work on your cardio. If you need advice on strength training, supervisors are available to help.

We are bringing to life British (and a Kazakh) folk tales with music, acting, and dancing as we put on the musical, The Wonderful World of Transformation!

The Speech, Debate, and Model United Nations (SDMUN) Club is a dynamic community for students who are passionate about public speaking, critical thinking, and global issues. Whether you're a seasoned speaker or just getting started, the club offers a supportive environment to enhance your communication skills. In speech and debate, members engage in structured arguments, tackle challenging topics, and learn to think on their feet. MUN focuses on simulating real United Nations sessions, where participants represent countries to discuss and solve global challenges. Through competitive events, workshops, and discussions, members develop confidence, leadership, and the ability to articulate ideas persuasively. Join us to hone your voice, expand your worldviews, and make an impact!

The Duke of Edinburgh Award is a global youth development program aimed at fostering personal growth, leadership, and community involvement in young people aged 14 to 24. Participants engage in a series of self-improvement challenges across four key areas: voluntary service, physical recreation, skill development, and an adventurous journey. With KIS’ proximity to the mountains we will focus much of our time learning and developing bushcraft skills on hikes.

Join us every Friday morning for Robotics Club, where creativity meets technology! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced builder, you'll get hands-on experience with designing, building, and programming robots. Work as a team to solve exciting challenges, sharpen your problem-solving skills, and bring your ideas to life.

The Eco-Committee is student-led and all students contribute their ideas about how the eco-committee works and what actions can we do. It allows students to take the lead and helps involve everyone in the school. Students make an action plan of the actions they can do to help the environment, to make positive changes in the spheres of litter and waste, energy, climate action, biodiversity (taking care of animals), school grounds. We explore different ways we can make changes in the fight against climate change. Being in an Eco-Committee is a great opportunity to make new friends and learn new skills.