About Haileybury Astana
Founded in 2011, Haileybury Astana embodies the next generation of British education in Central Asia. We are a non-profit school — more than a school, we are a vibrant, forward-thinking community where passionate professionals and ambitious young people grow and succeed together.
Haileybury Astana currently educates over 700 pupils, from Kindergarten to Year 13 in a stimulating, English-speaking environment. Our students are bright, motivated, and diverse, representing 52 nationalities, proud of their Kazakh heritage and ready to explore the world beyond it.
In August 2025, we opened our state-of-the-art Sci-Tech Hub — a world-class centre for innovation and discovery. Here, students explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics in a hands-on, interdisciplinary environment, equipped with robotics arenas, 3D printers, and cutting-edge science laboratories.
Our curriculum follows the British Curriculum in Primary, progressing through IGCSEs and culminating in the IB Diploma Programme. At Haileybury Astana, we believe great teachers never stop learning. We invest heavily in continuing professional development, offering in-house NPQML and NPQSL programmes (in partnership with UCL in London).
We place the highest priority on safeguarding and wellbeing. Every staff member receives comprehensive training and ongoing support to ensure our community remains safe, inclusive, and respectful.
Haileybury Astana graduates attend leading global universities, including MIT, Oxford, Harvard, and UC Berkeley, among others. Through our social responsibility initiatives, we offer scholarships to talented Kazakhstani students.
At Haileybury Astana, you will find a place where you can teach with purpose, grow with confidence, and truly make a difference.
Our mission is simple: to inspire, challenge, and empower every student and educator.
- Excellence — Striving for the highest standards in everything we do.
- Integrity — Building a culture of respect, honesty, and professionalism.
- Innovation — Encouraging creativity, curiosity, and continuous learning.
- Community — Fostering a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative environment.
- Global Citizenship — Preparing students and staff to make a positive impact in the world.
MEET OUR TEAM
John Coles
Headmaster
Thomas Hill
Head of Senior School
Lianne Dominguez
Deputy Head of Senior School
Liam Stewart
Head of Junior School
Emma Gricmanis
Deputy Head of Junior School
Azhar Ordabayeva
Bursar
Alexandra Pak
HR Director
Akerke Serikbayeva
Recruitment Specialist
Gulnara Karina
HR Manager
If you have any questions, feel free to email us at: school@haileyburyastana.kz
Living in Kazakhstan
Discover what it’s like to live and work at Haileybury Astana — a welcoming community in the heart of Kazakhstan’s dynamic capital.
Our Community
Meet the people who make Haileybury Astana extraordinary. Our Senior Leadership Team shares what inspires them about our community, our students, and life in Astana.
Innovation in Action
Explore our state-of-the-art Sci-Tech Hub — a space where innovation, creativity, and real-world learning come together. This is where the future of education begins.