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Riviera International School

Kazakhstan, Astana

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Kazakh, Russian, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Type Co-educational
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Strengths STEM, Sport, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Kindergarten, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School
Introduction

Riviera International School in Astana provides a complete IB continuum, with PYP, MYP and DP offered alongside official CIS membership. The campus supports curious, lifelong learners through modern facilities and an inquiry‑based approach to education. Learning spaces include well‑equipped classrooms, a library/media centre with books, digital resources and EBSCO, and dedicated laboratories to support science and technology. ManageBac is used for IB assessment and collaboration, while the school promotes partnerships with research centers and industry professionals to broaden learning beyond the classroom. A comprehensive support network includes a SEN coordinator, psychologists and a speech therapist/defectologist, and the medical unit is staffed by a doctor and a nurse. The environment is accessible and secure, with ramps, CCTV and controlled access; meals are provided by Rabbit canteen. The school offers 25 clubs, including IT programming, robotics, IELTS/SAT prep, arts, theatre, music, and a range of sports, with 11 complimentary and 14 paid programs.

1/1 Bauyrzhan Momyshuly Ave, Astana

The Essentials

Riviera International School has instruction in Kazakh, Russian, English.

Location
1/1 Bauyrzhan Momyshuly Ave, Astana, Kazakhstan

Stages
IB Continuum (Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, Diploma Programme).

Type
International day school

Additional learning support
SEN coordinator; psychologists; speech therapists; learning support team; language support; individual education plans.

Country affiliation
Kazakhstan

School day structure
Full-day schedule
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
No boarding is provided. Riviera International School operates as a full-day international day school.

Governance and Ownership
Riviera International School is governed and operated by Quantum Management Company. The school is presented as Riviera International School by Quantum, indicating Quantum's management role. The address is 1/1 Bauyrzhan Momyshuly Ave, Astana, Kazakhstan.
Fees
*Application / Registration Fee*

- KZT 350,000 payable within 3 days of signing the contract; this fee is stated separately from tuition and is not included in the annual tuition figures.

*Tuition — standard yearly plans (applicable to the main school years shown on the school fee pages)*

- "Advanced" plan: KZT 4,500,000 — single (100%) payment due within 5 days of signing the contract.

- "Standard" plan: KZT 4,900,000 total, payable in three installments:
- KZT 1,700,000 — first instalment due within 5 days of signing the contract.
- KZT 1,600,000 — second instalment due by 5 November 2026.
- KZT 1,600,000 — third instalment due by 5 February 2027.

- "Standard Plus" plan: KZT 5,180,000 total, payable in eight instalments:
- KZT 647,500 — first instalment due within 5 days of signing the contract.
- Remaining instalments charged monthly and due by the 5th day of each month thereafter.

*Meal plan (optional / additional)*

- KZT 752,400 for the meal plan.
- Payment options for meals: (1) 100% upfront payment, or (2) two instalments. Meals are organised as four meals per day and are provided separately from tuition.

*Boarding / Accommodation*

- The school operates as a day school; boarding accommodation is not offered.

*Other regular costs and optional services*

- School uniform: from KZT 80,000 to KZT 150,000.

- Transportation (round trip, provided by UVU): KZT 57,000 per month.

- Extracurricular activities: the school operates a mix of complimentary and paid clubs (the published description notes 11 complimentary and 14 paid activities); specific fees for paid activities are charged separately.

*Billing schedule and payment terms (summary)*

- Accepted tuition billing schedules include: single upfront payment (within 5 days of contract), three-instalment schedule (dates and amounts as above), and an eight-instalment monthly schedule (first instalment within 5 days, subsequent instalments by the 5th of each month).

- Registration fee (KZT 350,000) is payable within 3 days of signing the contract and is stated as not included in the tuition figures.

*Refunds and cancellations*

- No explicit, published refund or cancellation terms are provided alongside the fee schedule on the publicly available fee pages. (Refund & cancellation terms are not stated in the fee schedule material available for review.)

*Payment methods / instruments*

- Specific payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, local e-payments) are not specified in the publicly posted fee summary. Payment schedule details above describe timing and instalment plans but do not list the accepted payment instruments.

*Notes on interpretation*

- The amounts above are listed in Kazakhstani tenge (KZT) and reflect the published fee plans and stated instalment dates and amounts. The fee plans shown on the school's admissions/tuition pages are presented as the available annual-payment options for the current published enrolment cycle.
Academics

Riviera International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP).

Curriculum
IB Programme continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) is offered. The school is an Official CIS member and an IB Continuum School.

Exam Results
IELTS average score is 7.0. The school provides in-depth preparation for IELTS and SAT exams.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates are admitted to World's TOP 100 Universities. The school reports 300+ offers from 100+ universities worldwide. Notable universities include Johns Hopkins University, Manchester University, Nazarbayev University, and Sapienza University of Rome.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school cultivates curiosity, mindfulness, empathy, and respect for diverse cultures.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school provides psychological and inclusive support services, including a psychologist, a speech therapist, and an SEN coordinator.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
English is taught as a second language in the Primary Years Programme, with an English proficiency placement test for new students beginning in Grade 2, and documents circulate in Kazakh, English, and Russian.

Mental Wellbeing
The school operates a medical service and offers psychological and inclusive support services, including a psychologist and other wellbeing support staff.

Safeguarding
The school provides a safe environment with strict access control, CCTV surveillance, and cybersecurity measures.
Parent Experience

Community
Riviera International School is a full-day international school in Astana. It is an official CIS member and an IB Continuum School (PYP, MYP, DP). There are 25 clubs and sections, including 11 complimentary and 14 paid extracurricular programs ranging from robotics to arts and sports. The school's mission is to nurture a supportive and inspiring environment where every child can realize their potential, cultivating curiosity, mindfulness, empathy, and respect for diverse cultures.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Riviera campus includes a library/media centre with books, digital resources, and subscriptions. The medical unit is staffed by a doctor, a nurse, and a dietician and includes a waiting room and treatment rooms. Learning support is available, including a SEN coordinator, psychologists, and a speech therapist/defectologist. The environment is accessible with ramps, elevators, and accessible doorways and restrooms to accommodate mobility needs; security is provided by controlled access points and CCTV. Meals are provided by Rabbit canteen.

Academic Facilities
The school has well-equipped classrooms, a library/media centre, and laboratories to support learning. Textbooks, technology, and other resources are allocated to learning across subjects. The library provides books and digital resources, including subscriptions, and virtual resources such as EBSCO are available for research. ManageBac is used as the IB learner management platform for assessment and collaboration. There are opportunities for advanced learning through partnerships with research centers and industry professionals.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school offers a wide range of clubs, sections, and projects in intellectual, creative, and sports areas. Intellectual clubs include IT programming, robotics, IELTS, SAT, and basics of business (ABC business). Creative clubs include ART, ceramics and sculpture, theatrical arts, culinary arts, piano, dombra, vocal performance, painting, textile and technology workshop, mobile photography, modeling school, and drama. Sports clubs include artistic gymnastics, football (soccer), choreography, karate, boxing, tennis, volleyball, basketball, chess, table tennis, tug of war, rowing, and stand up paddle (SUP).
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school has 25 Clubs and Sections. There are 11 complimentary and 14 paid extracurricular programs. Programs range from robotics to arts and sports.

Arts & Creative
Arts and creative activities are included among the 25 Clubs and Sections. Extracurricular programs include arts-related activities. Some programs are complimentary and others are paid.

Social & Hobbies
The school offers 25 Clubs and Sections. There are 11 complimentary and 14 paid extracurricular programs. Programs range from robotics to arts and sports.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Sports are included in the extracurricular offerings. There are both complimentary and paid programs within these offerings. The programs provide opportunities for physical activity outside the classroom.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught: Kazakh, Russian, and English. The Kazakh stream delivers Kazakh language instruction; the Russian stream delivers Russian language instruction, with English taught as a second language and English A/B offerings in DP. Language A options are Russian A, Kazakh A, and English A; Language B is English B (offered at SL and HL). Language acquisition support is provided in English, Kazakh, and Russian.

Bilingual Teaching
The school runs an IB Continuum (PYP, MYP, DP). Instruction is in Kazakh, Russian, and English. There are Kazakh-stream and Russian-stream curricula, with English taught as a second language. Language A options include Russian A, Kazakh A, and English A; Language B is English.

Immersion Programs
It offers Kazakh-stream and Russian-stream instruction as immersion tracks. In the PYP and MYP stages, core subjects are taught in the chosen language stream. English is offered as a second language with language acquisition support in English, Kazakh, and Russian.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit online application. The online application form collects applicant's full name, phone number, desired class, and language of instruction. Submitting the application initiates the admissions process. After submission, the applicant proceeds to the entrance assessment stage.

2. Pass the entrance assessment. Applicants take an entrance assessment as part of the admissions process. The results inform the next steps in the process. The school reviews the assessment outcomes to determine the applicant's progression to the next stage. The applicant advances to the next stage based on the assessment results.

3. Meeting with a psychologist. The admissions process includes a meeting with a psychologist. This meeting provides insight into the applicant's social-emotional development and suitability for the program. The psychologist's input is considered in the admissions decision. The applicant then moves to the next stage.

4. Interview with the school administration. An interview with the school administration is conducted as part of the admissions process. The interview assesses the applicant's fit with the school's programs and expectations. The admissions team reviews the interview outcomes to support enrollment decisions. The applicant proceeds to enrollment if the interview is successful.

5. Enrollment confirmation. Official enrollment takes place after completing all stages of the admissions process. The final enrollment decision is made after all steps are completed. The student is enrolled once enrollment is confirmed.
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