Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek
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The facilities at QSI International School of Bishkek include a rebuilt main building completed in 2020, with dedicated spaces for preschool through secondary programs. The campus features two computer laboratories, a library, an art room, a music room, a cafeteria, and ample classroom space. The site also includes a covered outdoor basketball court and a well-equipped playground. A multi-purpose gymnasium was completed in 2014, and the security systems have been updated with a multi-camera setup. The preschool operates in an adjacent facility that underwent major renovation in 2020, expanding to four rooms with a separate dining area.
Sports facilities include a multi-purpose gymnasium (completed in 2014), a covered outdoor basketball court, and a soccer field completed in August 2016. The campus provides space for physical education and team sports.
Two computer laboratories support classroom technology and digital literacy. A library provides resources for research and reading. Dedicated spaces for art and music support creative learning. The main building offers ample classroom space for preschool through secondary programs, with flexible layouts to accommodate different subjects and group work.
QSI International School of Bishkek is an English-medium school in Kyrgyzstan serving ages 2–18. The program follows North American standards and uses Mastery Learning and Performance-Based Education. Preschool uses Frog Street and develops language, literacy, mathematics, social studies/health, motor skills, arts, social-emotional development, and independence. Elementary (ages 5–11) provides mathematics, literacy, science, cultural studies, art, music, technology, and physical education, with Russian, French, or Kyrgyz as foreign languages and Intensive English for speakers. Middle School covers math, reading, writing, science, cultural studies, art, music, technology, and PE; foreign languages include Russian, French, or Kyrgyz, with Intensive English. Secondary emphasizes mathematics, biology/physics/chemistry, world cultural studies, history, economics, literature and writing, art, music, PE, foreign language and technology; students complete a year-long research project. AP courses including AP Capstone are part of the curriculum. The QSI network supports Bishkek. Facilities include a rebuilt main building (2020) and arts, gym, and sports spaces.