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 […]

Future leaders converge at the “Zhas Koshbashbashy-2024” conference in Almaty and Shymkent

On May 3 and 5, the “Zhas Koshbashbashy-2024” (“Emerging leader-2024”) conference, organised by the Bilim-Innovation Foundation, took place in Almaty and Shymkent respectively. These conferences are designed to prepare high school students for leadership roles, enhance their creativity, and bolster the cultural and business climate of the community. Launched earlier in Astana, the events gathered […]

Gold and silver: BIL students’ triumph at the Balkan Mathematical Olympiad

The 41st Balkan Mathematical Olympiad was held in Varna, Bulgaria, from April 27 to May 2. Over 130 students from 22 countries competed, including six participants from Kazakhstan. Among them were Zhan Dautov, an 11th-grade student from BIL in Kostanay, and Margulan Sharel, a 10th-grader from BIL in Taraz. The Kazakhstani team delivered outstanding results, […]

Bilim-Innovation students excel at national social sciences olympiad

From April 26 to 30, the cities of Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kostanay, and Astana hosted the final stage of the Republican Olympiad in social and humanitarian subjects. A total of 697 students from various regions of the country participated in the event. The competition concluded with 317 prizes distributed: participants won 162 bronze, 94 silver, and 61 […]