Haileybury Almaty
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{{Infobox school
| name = Haileybury Almaty
| logo = LOGO Haileybury Almaty.jpg
| logo_size = 280
| logo_alt = Logo of Haileybury Almaty
| image = HAL red.jpg
| image_size = 340px
| motto =
| streetaddress = Al-Farabi Avenue, 112
| city = Almaty
| county = Kazakhstan
| coordinates = {{coord|43.217281|76.933651}}
| schooltype =
| type = *FOBISIA school
| established = 2008
| sister_school = *Haileybury Astana
| headmaster = Simon Mills
| rival = Haileybury Astana
| website = http://www.haileybury.kz
| picture = Haileybury Almaty.jpg
| picture_caption = The sky view of HBA
}}
Haileybury Almaty commonly known as HBA{{Cite web |title=Haileybury Almaty - FOBISIA |url=https://www.fobisia.org/our-members/member-school/hba |access-date=2024-10-06 |website=www.fobisia.org |language=en-US}} is an international boarding school in Almaty, Kazakhstan. It is an offshoot of Haileybury, an English public school. In September 2008 HBA was officially opened by the Mayor of Almaty and Kazakhstan government education officials. When it opened, it was the first British public school in Central Asia.{{Cite web|url=https://www.haileybury.com/explore/about-us/haileybury-wider-world/haileybury-almaty|title=Haileybury Almaty|website=Haileybury|language=en-GB|access-date=2017-12-16}}
As of today, HBA is a full member of the Federation of British International Schools in Asia(FOBISIA).{{Cite web |title=Haileybury Almaty - FOBISIA |url=https://www.fobisia.org/our-members/member-school/hba |access-date=2024-10-06 |website=www.fobisia.org |language=en-US}}
History
HBA was established in 2007 with the laying of the first stone of its building. It officially opened its doors to students in September 2008, with the inauguration ceremony attended by the Mayor of Almaty. In its early years, Haileybury Almaty hosted distinguished guests, including the first president of Kazakhstan, Nursultan Nazarbayev, and the UK Minister of Higher Education, David Lammy MP.
Between 2010 and 2015, the school experienced significant growth and expansion, offering a wider range of academic programs and extracurricular activities. It also hosted{{clarify|date=October 2024}} notable figures like Prince Michael of Kent, David Beckham, and Sir Roger Moore.
From 2015 to 2020, HBA embraced innovation and technology integration into the learning experience, focusing on 21st-century skills like critical thinking, creativity, and digital literacy.
In recent years, the school has navigated global challenges, including the need for remote learning during the pandemic. The commitment of teachers, students, and parents strengthened the Haileybury Almaty community during these times.
FOBISIA
HBA joined FOBISIA in 2019, and is accredited by an approved inspectorate.{{Cite web |title=Haileybury Almaty - FOBISIA |url=https://www.fobisia.org/our-members/member-school/hba |access-date=2024-10-06 |website=www.fobisia.org |language=en-US}} The school had hosted and won many FOBISIA events in the past, both academic and sports competitions.{{Cite web |date=2024-10-06 |title=STUDENT EVENTS - FOBISIA |url=https://www.fobisia.org/student-events |access-date=2024-10-06 |website=www.fobisia.org |language=en-US}} In FOBISIA, where there are 3 regional subdivisions, region A, B, and C, HBA is labelled as region C.{{Cite web |title=Member Schools - FOBISIA |url=https://www.fobisia.org/our-members/member-school |access-date=2024-10-06 |website=www.fobisia.org |language=en-US}}
Curriculum
HBA follows a British type curriculum, and offers IGCSE and A Levels.{{Cite web |title=Haileybury Almaty - FOBISIA |url=https://www.fobisia.org/our-members/member-school/hba |access-date=2024-10-06 |website=www.fobisia.org |language=en-US}} The school teaches pupils from 5–18 years of age and follows the British National Curriculum, which is adapted for local context.{{Cite web|url=https://www.haileybury.com/explore/about-us/haileybury-wider-world/haileybury-almaty|title=Haileybury Almaty|website=Haileybury|language=en-GB|access-date=2017-12-16}} Every pupil at Haileybury schools in Kazakhstan is assigned to one of four Houses within the school: Attlee, Bartle Frere, Edmonstone or Kipling.{{Cite web|url=http://www.haileyburyalmaty.kz/about-us/house-system-/|title=House System|website=www.haileyburyalmaty.kz|language=en|access-date=2017-12-16}}
The school library has a collection of over 10,000 books and DVDs in English, Russian, and Kazakh.{{Cite web|url=http://www.haileyburyalmaty.kz/parents/library/|title=Library|website=www.haileyburyalmaty.kz|language=en|access-date=2018-03-24}}
Sister schools
File:Haileybury Astana campus.jpg]]
Haileybury Almaty has 2 sister schools Eurasia-wide, Haileybury Imperial College & Haileybury Astana. Haileybury College is located in England, UK, and Haileybury Astana in Astana, Kazakhstan.
Haileybury Parents' Association (HPA)
The Haileybury Parents' Association (HPA) plays a crucial role in the school community. Since its formation in 2019, the HPA has organized impactful initiatives and events, fostering community spirit, supporting charitable causes, and celebrating cultural diversity. The HPA's work reflects the collaborative spirit of Haileybury Almaty families and their dedication to social responsibility.
Gallery
File:Haileybury Almaty Atrium area.jpg|Haileybury Almaty atrium area
File:Haileybury Almaty Main Entrance.jpg|Haileybury Almaty main entrance
File:Haileybury Almaty logo 1.png|Another logo of Haileybury Almaty
File:Haileybury Almaty Main Reception corridor.jpg|Haileybury Almaty main reception corridor
File:Haileybury Almaty.jpg|Haileybury Almaty sky view
File:Hal alumni football.jpg|Haileybury alumni vs staff football match
File:Paris trip.jpg|Haileybury Almaty school trip to Paris
File:Our Scholars.jpg|Haileybury Almaty scholars
File:Drama cha.jpg|Haileybury Almaty drama performance
File:Nauryz celebration.jpg|Haileybury Almaty Nauryz celebration
References
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External links
- [http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/education/6297881.stm/ BBC News: UK public school for Kazakhstan] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100709013110/http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/education/6297881.stm |date=2010-07-09 }}
- [http://www.architectsjournal.co.uk/aj100/aj100-building-of-the-year-2009-beijing-capital-international-airport/5214138.article/ Architects Journal shortlist Building of the Year 2009]
{{International schools in Kazakhstan}}
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Category:International schools in Kazakhstan
Category:Educational institutions established in 1939
Category:Educational institutions established in 2008