Academic programme

Spectrum International School offers the opportunity to study in dual diploma programme

Our students at Spectrum International School receive a 13-year education that opens the door to admission to recognized universities around the world without the need for additional programs. We adhere to the CAIE Global Education Standards, which make our curricula flexible, engaging and inspiring, culturally sensitive and international in approach. These standards are followed by more than 10,000 schools in over 160 countries around the world. The curriculum includes in-depth subject study with skills for students ages 5 to 18 such as problem solving, critical thinking, independent research, collaboration and reasoning.

Spectrum International School is able to adapt the Cambridge curriculum to its culture, ethos and the needs of its students, enabling them to develop an informed curiosity and undying passion for learning. They also learn the essential skills needed to succeed at university and in their future careers.

Graduates of public educational institutions undergo a 12-year assessment that determines the extent of their mastery of academic disciplines according to state standards approved by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan. This assessment includes receiving a general education certificate, a certificate with distinction, and the "Altyn Belgi" certificate.

Graduates after completing external assessment according to the standards approved by Ministry of Enlightenment of the Republic of Kazakhstan receives National Diploma, a certificate with distinction, or the “Altyn Belgi” certificate.

Our approach in Spectrum encourages learners to be:

  • Confident and secure in their knowledge, eager to explore further, and proficient in communicating effectively through the language of science.

  • Responsible, developing efficient and safe scientific practices, and collaborating effectively with others.

  • Reflective, capable of evaluating evidence to draw informed and appropriate conclusions, and recognizing the potential impact of scientific applications on individuals, communities, and the environment.

  • Innovative, applying problem-solving skills to novel situations and engaging with new tools and techniques, including information technology, to develop successful approaches.

  • Engaged, fostering an inquiring mind and eager to apply scientific skills in everyday life.

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Primary

Age 5+

  • Clear. adaptable curriculum
  • Flexible assessment options
  • Support and resources 
  • Insight to understand potential
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Lower Secondary

Age 11+

  • Clear, adaptable curriculum
  • Flexible assessment options
  • Support and resources
  • Insight to predict performance
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Upper Secondary

Age 14+

  • Broad, adaptable curriculum
  • Fair, valid, reliable assessment
  • Support and resources
  • Insight to optimise achievement
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Advanced

Age 16+

  • In-depth. adaptable curriculum
  • Fair, valid, reliable assessment
  • Support and resources
  • Insight to predict performance

We believe education works best when curriculum, teaching and learning, resources and assessment are closely aligned and encourage personal growth and wellbeing.

Empowering Learners

Cambridge qualifications prepare and equip learners with the skills they need to thrive at university and beyond. The world’s best higher education institutions recognise our qualifications and value the critical thinking skills, independent research abilities, and deep subject knowledge that Cambridge learners bring, and help them to succeed at university.



Cambridge International prepares school students for life, helping them develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion for learning. We are part of the University of Cambridge. They provide a strong platform for learners to progress from one stage to the next, and are well supported by teaching and learning resources. Our mission is to provide educational benefit through provision of international programmes and qualifications for school education and to be the world leader in this field.

Benefits of Curriculum our School offers

The Cambridge international curriculum sets a global standard for education, and is recognised by universities and employers worldwide. Our curriculum is flexible, challenging and inspiring, culturally sensitive yet international in approach. Cambridge students develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion for learning. They also gain the essential skills they need for success at university and in their future careers.

What is an international curriculum?

  • Over 10,000 schools in over 160 countries follow the Cambridge international curriculum

  • The curriculum is international in philosophy and approach, but tailored to local contexts

  • Our students study for Cambridge international qualifications which are accepted and recognised around the world

  • Spectrum school also combine the Cambridge International curriculum with national curricula

  • Spectrum students moving between Cambridge schools can continue their studies following the same curriculum

International recognition

Cambridge qualifications prepare and equip learners with the skills they need to thrive at university and beyond. The world’s best higher education institutions recognise our qualifications and value the critical thinking skills, independent research abilities and deep subject knowledge that Cambridge learners bring, and help them to succeed at university. Full details