Bilim Innovation Foundation President celebrates top students
Darhan Ote, President of the Bilim-Innovation Foundation, recently convened with the foundation’s exceptional students who have secured full scholarships to prestigious universities such as the University of Hong Kong, University of Vermont, and University of California, among others. Additionally, he met with students chosen for distinguished summer research programs, including LaunchX, Harvard University’s Summer International […]
BIL students excel at First Avicenna Biology Olympiad
From June 9 to 14 of this year, Kazakhstan’s national team participated in the inaugural Avicenna International Biology Olympiad, held in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. This two-round competition drew participation from over 100 students representing 18 countries. Representing Kazakhstan were eight students from the biology Olympic reserve, including those from schools under the aegis of the Bilim-Innovation […]
Kazakhstan’s bright young minds excel at 24th Asian Physics Olympiad
The 24th Asian Physics Olympiad (APhO) was held from June 3-10, 2024, at Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) on the Kampar Campus in Perak, Malaysia. Originating from the International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) in 2000 in Indonesia, APhO serves as a regional platform for students passionate about physics. The competition comprises two sections: a five-hour theoretical […]
Our students shine at Western Edge Robotics Championship in California
From May 31 to June 2, Long Beach, California, USA, hosted the Western Edge Championship, featuring a robotics competition in the FLL Challenge category. Participating from Kazakhstan were two teams from Bilim Foundation schools: students from the Spectrum International School in Astana and BIL for Girls from Shymkent. The Spectrum team was among the top […]
Zharkyn Bolashak Kazakh language olympiad concludes in Astana with national finals
On May 21-22, Astana hosted the final stage of the 12th Zharkyn Bolashak republican Kazakh language olympiad. Approximately 5,000 students competed at the regional level, with 200 advancing to the finals. The event was organised by the Bilim-Innovation Foundation and the Daryn centre, under the auspices of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of […]
Astana hosts finals of national ‘Konіldі Tapkyrlar Ligasy’ event
On May 18th, Astana hosted the annual finals of the “Konіldі Tapkyrlar Ligasy” (KTL) games, an event analogous to the KVN comedy competition, organised by the Bilim-Innovation Fund. The competition begins with regional stages in four cities before advancing to the national level. This year’s final saw six teams who had triumphed in their respective […]
Foundation employee honoured with Spring GEM Award 2024
Azamat Tolepbergenov, Head of the Career Guidance Department at the Bilim-Innovation Foundation, was awarded the prestigious Spring GEM Award 2024 at the conclusion of the 2023-2024 academic year. The International ACAC Going the Extra Mile (GEM) program recognises the exemplary work of International ACAC members by highlighting a dedication to our profession, our colleagues, and […]
Nurorda School-Lyceum hosts CIS team for final evaluation
Nurorda School-Lyceum is set to host the Council of International Schools (CIS) Team Evaluation visit from May 11 to 17, 2024, marking the final stage of its accreditation journey. This process began in 2020 when the school first achieved Membership status within CIS, affirming its adherence to the organisation’s membership standards. In November 2021, the […]
Nurorda Almaty, a new chapter in Kazakhstani education, set to open in September 2024
Nurorda Almaty, a new branch of Nurorda School-Lyceum, is set to open in Almaty in September 2024. The school was officially presented on May 11 at the Rixos Hotel in Almaty, where local students, parents, and community members were introduced to its educational programs and values. This event highlighted the school’s commitment to extending the […]
Educators gather for the annual Q Talks conference in Astana
On May 4, the Bilim-Innovation Foundation hosted the annual Q Talks (Qundylyq Talks) conference in Astana as part of its Value-Based Education project. The conference attracted educators, parents, and students from across the nation, showcasing its significance as a pioneering platform for sharing educational practices among schools. The event kicked off with the exhibition “Values […]