Kazakhstan, Almaty
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International College of Continuous Education offers International Baccalaureate programmes, including Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP). Students participate in a PYP Exhibition and related MYP assessments as part of the school's IB pathway. The school provides a spectrum of general and IB-aligned education across primary, middle, and secondary levels.
The Extracurricular Programmes include a Music studio 'Tonika' and a Contemporary Dance Studio. There is also a Studio of Decorative and Applied Arts and a Fine Art Studio to support visual and performing arts. Students can engage in music, dance, and visual arts through these studios.
The school operates a Language Club named 'Meridian' to foster language learning and intercultural engagement. The calendar also features cultural and language-focused events such as the Day of Languages of the Peoples of the Republic of Kazakhstan. These activities complement classroom learning and IB experiences.
The school offers a Chess Club 'White Rook' and a Sports Club to foster strategic thinking and physical activity. A Robotics extracurricular activity is available to develop STEM skills and teamwork. These clubs provide opportunities for social interaction and hobbies beyond the classroom.
Charity events and community activities are part of ICCE's culture. The Self-Government Council participates in volunteer activities and coordinates social initiatives. Charity fairs involving student-made crafts are organized, supporting community engagement.
Through the Student Self-Government Council, students develop leadership and governance skills. The council represents students to the school administration, organizes platforms for creative communication, and mentors new students. Its activities include helping shape the educational plan and coordinating school events.
Physical well-being is supported through sports competitions and active recreation days, including trips to the mountains for health. The school calendar features events like volleyball competitions and health-focused excursions. Cultural and musical activities, such as performances in the Tonika music studio, enrich well-being and campus life.
International College of Continuous Education (ICCE) in Kazakhstan offers an IB education with Primary Years Programme for grades 1–4 and Middle Years Programme for grades 5–10. It is a private, non-governmental institution licensed and IB-accredited for PYP and MYP. The college emphasizes Continuity in Education from kindergarten through higher education, a framework approved by the Ministry of Education. Since 1994 ICCE has partnered with the Oxford Baccalaureate for extended studies and summer language training, and later became a representative of the Oxford Baccalaureate in Central Asia, with graduates representing Kazakhstan in the Oxford IB. The IB pathway is reinforced by PYP Exhibitions and MYP assessments. Distinctive facilities include Music studio Tonika, Contemporary Dance Studio, and Visual Arts studios (Decorative and Applied Arts, Fine Art). The school also offers Language Meridian club, a Chess Club White Rook, Robotics, and sports as part of its extracurricular program. Community service and a Student Self-Government Council foster leadership, while field trips support health, culture, and intercultural understanding.