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Head of Department: Ms Karlygash Kazhdarova

 

Kazakh at Haileybury Almaty

Kazakh is taught as a second language for all local pupils. The aim of the Kazakh Department at Haileybury Almaty is to help pupils speak fluent Kazakh. Pupils learn the language through wide range of reading, listening, writing and speaking activities. Most of the reading texts are adapted to the levels and interests of the pupils in class. Starting from Year 9 Kazakh History is taught as an additional unit. Most  texts are  adapted and the aim is to get to know the Kazakh Khanate history through the target language.
Kazakh is taught 8 periods a week in Infant, Junior, Middle and Upper schools. There are 4 periods of Kazakh in the Sixth Form

Infant, Junior and Middle School:

The Kazakh Department makes use of curricula and textbooks recommendedby the Ministry of Education and Science of the Respublic of Kazakhstan. The Kazakh Department Staff develop additional materials and teaching aids for the purpose to diversify the teaching and learning process to improve the mastering of the Kazakh language of pupils.

Upper School:

Year10 and Year 11 pupils get IGCSE Kazakh practice.

Cambridge IGCSE Kazakh as a Second Language is recognised by universities and employers as proof of knowledge and understanding of the language.

Candidates studying the syllabus are often study the language in order to promote their educational or employment prospects. They gain an understanding of a wide range of social registers and styles, and learn to communicate appropriately.

The topics selected relate to the interests and needs of the candidates in using Kazakh as a Second Language, e.g. education, the world of work, current affairs, health and welfare, travel, school affairs.

IGCSE Kazakh Syllabus and exam materials are prepared by the University of Cambridge and the teaching materials and textbooks are prepared by the Kazakh Department Staff.

 


KS2-4: Extra-Curricular Activities

Forthcoming Events

Thu, Feb 09:Long Weekend
Tue, Feb 14:Y7-Y9 Swimming Gala (2.30pm-4.00pm)
Wed, Feb 15:Y10 Parents Meetings
Tue, Feb 21:Y3- Y6 Junior Spring Concert (Drama Studio 2.45pm- 3.45pm)
Wed, Feb 22:Y8 Parents Meetings

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