WHERE IS THE KIS EDELWEISS EARLY YEARS CAMPUS?

Set within Edelweiss Ashel Residence, a gated community, our KIS Edelweiss Early Years Campus, is located above Al Farabi, at the south end of Zhamakayeva Street, right next door to Almaty’s growing financial district.
Main Phone: 8-777-355-5212
info@kisnet.org
What is KIS Early Years at Edelweiss?
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An English-Medium International Baccalaureate Programme A recognized worldwide academic program
We follow the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP). Children construct knowledge by engaging in meaningful learning experiences that are connected to the world around them.
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An inquiry-based preschool class for 3 to 5-year-olds.
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A warm, inviting toddler program for 2-year-olds.
We help children become independent, self-confident, and curious learners who work well with others. We teach children how to learn, not only in preschool, but all through their lives. We do this by providing lessons that help children grow in all four areas of development:
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Social/Emotional
- Physical
- Cognitive
- Language
What will my child experience at KIS Early Years?
- Experienced, internationally trained Early Childhood teachers
- Brand-new facilities
- Gated community
- 24-hour security
- Clean mountain air
- Dedicated Playground
- Small class sizes
- Full-time nurse
- Freshly prepared healthy meals every day
- Naps per parent’s request
- Strong communication between home and school
What does the typical day at KIS Early Years include?
- A strong academic program in reading, writing, and math
- Arts and Crafts
- Painting
- Drawing
- Modeling with Play Dough
- Finger Paints
- Rhymes
- Music Classes
- Songs
- Drama
- Morning Exercises
- Outdoor Games

What is the KIS Early Years—Toddler Program?
Our Toddler Program is designed for 2-year-olds. Our devoted international staff includes caring nannies who are trained to care for all your toddler’s needs—from napping and diapering and snack time to story time, drawing, simple mathematics, and creative play. Your toddler will be nurtured and challenged. Our KIS Toddler Program will provide your child with the best possible start, as they begin their journey into lifelong learning.
Edelweiss Early Years Staff
- Zhamila Mussayeva, Preschool Teacher
- Tanya Nazarenko, Preschool Teacher
- Christine Cornejo, Preschool Teacher
- Yulia Filppenko, Teaching Assistant
- Anar Kantarbayeva, Teaching Assistant
- Marya Moktadir, Toddler Program Teacher
- Asem Bazarbekova, Nurse
- Gulistan Nosicova, Registrar
- Amy Smith, Edelweiss Early Years Coordinator