Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek
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Silk Road International School has provided education in Kyrgyzstan since 1999 and has been under independent Kyrgyz ownership since June 2020. It is a Cambridge International School offering the full Cambridge pathway from Cambridge Primary through Lower Secondary to Cambridge Advanced for students aged 4 to 18 from over 30 countries. The school focuses on locally relevant subjects and developing independent thinking and creative problem solving. A modern English-language Kindergarten facility is offered.
SRIS community programs include a Green Team of volunteers who organize monthly charity fundraisers, campus clean-ups, and participation in school events. Music classes for Pre-School through Grade 5 are taught by a specialist, with after-school vocal and instrumental lessons available. Drama and Theatre Studies engage Lower and Upper School students in dramatic expression through various techniques and productions, and encourage sharing of cultural heritage. Handicraft for Lower School uses traditional and modern techniques to foster creativity and connect students with regional craftsmanship.
Silk Road International School in Bishkek offers the Cambridge Pathway from Primary through A Levels for students aged 4 to 18. English is the language of instruction, with strong support for Kyrgyz and Russian and ESL/EAL services that help international and local students access Cambridge qualifications. The school has been serving Kyrgyzstan since 1999 and has been independently owned since 2020, affirming its Cambridge International School KG010 status since 2020. The curriculum includes Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary, IGCSE, and AS/A Level, with Cambridge diplomas alongside a local Attestat certificate. The campus features an Assembly Hall, a Dining Room, and a dedicated Chemistry Room, plus a modern Kindergarten facility. Students benefit from IELTS preparation, a robust language program, and a focus on independent thinking and creative problem solving. SRIS participates in a wider AISB sport network, enabling competitive teams from Grade 5 upward, alongside a range of clubs and activities globally.