United World International School

Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 5 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 608

Type Co-educational

Opened 2014

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, British Curriculum

Taught languages English, Kyrgyz, Russian

Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Languages

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language

Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

United World International School is located at A. Masaliev str. 26 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, and provides Cambridge-based education for ages 5–18. The curriculum centers on Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, and Cambridge AS and A Levels, with Cambridge programs forming the core of both the primary and secondary experience. Preschool through Secondary are organized as age bands: Preschool (5–6), Lower Primary (7–8), Upper Primary (9–11), and Secondary (12–18). Established in 2014 after a cooperative agreement with Cambridge International Examinations and Silk Road International School, the school has ECIS regular membership since 2011 and serves more than 497 students from about 25 nationalities, with a team of international teachers. It is a candidate school for the IB Diploma Programme and is pursuing authorization as an IB World School. The campus offers a broad range of ECAs in science, arts, languages, and sports, including Debate, Dance, Turkish language, and Leadership activities.

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Абсамат Масалиев көчөсү Бишкек, 720016, Kyrgyzstan

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The Essentials

Location

International Education in the heart of Bishkek. Located in central Bishkek, the school describes itself as being in the heart of the city. The school bus service covers all areas of Bishkek and is run by a private company, with GPS tracking and safety features on board.

Stages

Preschool 5-6; Lower Primary 7-8; Upper Primary 9-11; Lower Secondary 12-14; IGCSE 15-16; AS and A Levels 17-18.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Nationalities: 20; more than 600 students aged 5–18.

School day structure

Primary Day: 08:30–17:40 with lessons from 08:30–16:15, Lunch 12:00–12:50, Dinner 16:15–16:40, Self-study 16:40–17:30 and Departure 17:40. Secondary Day: 08:30–17:40 with lessons and breaks as listed; Lunch 12:50–13:35; Dinner 16:15–16:40; Self-study or Extra-curricular 15:25–16:15 and 16:40–17:30; Departure 17:40.

Bus service

The school bus service is run by TARGET and covers all areas of Bishkek. Buses are equipped with seat belts, surveillance and GPS tracking. The representative is Mr. Ruslan (0555 60 00 94, r.narynov@uwis.edu.kg).

Diving Deeper

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Fees

Application fees
- Not published. The school's official Admissions / School Fees and Scholarships page does not list an application or enrolment fee and contains a notice that the fees schedule will be updated.

Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year)
- Preschool (Early Years): Not published.
- Primary (Cambridge Primary): Not published.
- Lower Secondary (Cambridge Lower Secondary): Not published.
- IGCSE (Cambridge IGCSE years): Not published.
- AS & A Levels: Not published.
- The school does not publish term or annual tuition figures on its published School Fees page.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Not published. No published schedule of billing cycles (termly/semesterly/annual) or formal payment terms (due dates, late-payment penalties, installment options) is available on the school's fees page.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not listed as a programme on the school's public pages. No boarding fees are published or described. If a boarding option were offered it is not shown among the school's student-life or admissions pages.

Other costs and fees
- Uniforms: The school has a mandatory school uniform that may be ordered year-round through the school secretary. Prices for uniform items are not published.
- School bus: A school-bus service is available and is operated by a private company (TARGET); the school provides the bus-service contact but does not publish fare(s) or route pricing on the fees page.
- School meals: Hot, balanced meals are prepared on the school premises and a cafeteria menu (PDF) is available, but meal pricing is not published.
- Extras (external exams, field trips, textbooks, activity fees, insurance): No itemized list of additional compulsory or optional charges is published on the fees page.

Refund information
- Not published. There is no published statement of refund or withdrawal penalties, pro‑rata refunds, or refund timelines on the public School Fees and Scholarships page.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other)
- Not published. No published list of accepted payment methods, bank details, or online payment portals is available on the school's public fees information.

Summary of the search and data availability
- The school's official Admissions > School Fees and Scholarships page currently states that School Fees and Scholarship Opportunities will be updated and contains no fee figures or payment schedules; consequently, no application, tuition, boarding, or other fee amounts can be provided here. Uniform, bus-service and meal arrangements are described but without prices. Official fee amounts, billing schedule, payment methods, and refund policy are not published on the school's public fees page.

Academics

Curriculum

International Education in the heart of Bishkek. Established in 2014, United World International School offers Cambridge programs and qualifications, including Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, and Cambridge AS and A Levels. The school serves ages 5-18: Preschool (ages 5-6), Lower Primary (ages 7-8), Upper Primary (ages 9-11), and Secondary (ages 12-18), with Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary in the early years and Cambridge IGCSE and AS/A Levels in the upper years. These Cambridge programs form the core of the school's curriculum for both primary and secondary education.

Student Teacher Ratio

There are about 608 students and 110 teachers, giving a student-teacher ratio of about 5.5 to 1.

Exam Results

UWIS students have been admitted to MIT, University of Toronto, and Tsinghua University for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Higher Education Progression

Global university destinations include MIT, University of Toronto, and Tsinghua University for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Wellbeing

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Parent Experience

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Facilities

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Extra-Curricular Activities

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Languages

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Reputation

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Admissions

1. UWIS serves the international community in Kyrgyzstan as well as local students seeking an international education in English. The Admissions Office is the central inquiry point for prospective students and families. Applications are accepted throughout the year based on admission exam results. Prospective families are invited to visit the school campus to observe students and teaching staff and to experience the school atmosphere. 2. Choose the program level corresponding to the student's age: Preschool, Primary, Lower Secondary, or IGCSE/AS & A Levels. Complete the online form for the relevant program; the form asks for your name, email, phone number, subject, and a message. After submission, the Admission Officer will contact you to discuss next steps and arrange any required assessments. Each level provides a dedicated Apply now link to start the process. 3. Admission to UWIS is based on entrance exams in Maths and English and an interview with the Principal and/or coordinators. The main requirement for entry is the ability to access the curriculum using English. ESL support is available for new students who need language assistance. The majority of teachers are native English speakers, supported by English-speaking international staff. 4. School hours are 8:30 to 17:30. A bus service is available. A school uniform is mandatory. The maximum class size is 18 students. ESL support is provided free of charge for new students.

Scholarships

School Fees and Scholarship Opportunities will be updated soon.

School Events

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FAQs

Where is United World International School located and what area does it serve in Bishkek?

UWIS is located in central Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. It serves students aged 5–18 across preschool, primary, secondary, and Cambridge qualifications, all within an international education setting.

What is the age range and how is the school structured by levels?

The school admits children from ages 5 to 18, with Preschool (5–6), Lower Primary (7–8), Upper Primary (9–11), and Secondary (12–18). Cambridge Primary and Lower Secondary are taught in the early years, with IGCSE and AS/A Levels in the later years.

What type of school is UWIS and what are the typical school days like?

UWIS is a co-educational international day school. School hours run from 8:30 to 17:40 for both Primary and Secondary, with a bus service available and a mandatory uniform.

What is the admissions process for UWIS?

Admissions begin with an online inquiry, followed by entrance exams in Maths and English and an interview with the Principal or coordinators. ESL support is available for new students, and the maximum class size is 18.

Are scholarships or financial aid available at UWIS?

Scholarship opportunities are not published yet; information on scholarships is expected to be updated. ESL support is provided free of charge for new students.

What costs are publicly published for UWIS, such as tuition or application fees?

Public fee details, including tuition figures and application fees, are not published on the current pages. There are additional costs for uniforms, bus service, and meals, but exact prices are not listed.

What Cambridge programs does UWIS offer?

UWIS offers Cambridge Primary, Cambridge Lower Secondary, Cambridge IGCSE, and Cambridge AS and A Levels as the core curriculum.

How successful are UWIS students in gaining entry to top universities?

In the 2022–2023 academic year, UWIS students gained admissions to MIT, the University of Toronto, and Tsinghua University.

What are class sizes and the student–teacher ratio at UWIS?

The maximum class size is 18 students, and the school has about 110 teachers for roughly 608 students, giving a student–teacher ratio of about 5.5 to 1.

Are there on-site facilities details published for sports or academics?

Public information does not specify particular on-site facilities for sports or academics; the school does offer a broad range of extracurricular activities.

What extracurricular activities and clubs are available at UWIS?

UWIS offers a wide range of clubs, including Science Club, Math Olympiad, Geography, Debate, Chess, Book Club, Peer Tutoring, and various arts and performing arts activities. Some external instructors run robotics and electronics clubs, sometimes with additional charges.

Does UWIS offer leadership opportunities or college counseling?

Yes. The school supports leadership through a Student Council and Character Building initiatives, and there is College Counseling to help with university readiness and career planning.

What language support is available for new arrivals?

The curriculum is taught in English with ESL support for new students; Kyrgyz and Russian are taught from Year 1, and most teachers are native English speakers.

How does UWIS approach wellbeing and safeguarding?

Wellbeing is promoted through a range of sports and physical activities. Specific safeguarding policies are not published on public pages.

Is there a school uniform, and how is it managed?

Yes, a school uniform is mandatory and can be ordered year-round through the school secretary.

What meals are provided at UWIS?

Hot, balanced meals are prepared on the school premises and served in the cafeteria.

What is the governance structure of UWIS?

UWIS is a not‑for‑profit private international school registered as a subsidiary of SAPAT. The SAPAT board appoints the Director, with policy set by the Senior Management Team.

What accreditations does UWIS hold?

UWIS has Cambridge International Examinations accreditation since 2014 and is authorized by the Kyrgyz Republic Ministry of Education. It is part of the SAPAT network and is listed as a British Curriculum school within SAPAT.

Are there notable alumni outcomes or recognition?

The school serves a diverse community of over 500 students from more than 40 countries and has published Cambridge accreditation and international university destinations among its outcomes.

Which languages are taught at UWIS and when do they start?

Kyrgyz and Russian are taught from Year 1, while English is the medium of instruction. ESL support is available for new students.

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