Welcome to Reception

Dear families,

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you and your child to Reception at Haileybury Almaty. Starting school is a significant milestone for your child and for your whole family. Our dedicated team is committed to ensuring that those first steps are filled with warmth, confidence, and joy. We very much look forward to getting to know each of you.

With warmest regards,

Sara Harman,

Head of Reception

To help you prepare for August, we have brought together everything you need on this page - a clear timeline, all documents to complete and submit, and our key contacts. 

Please ensure all documentation reaches our offices before 21 August, 2026.

Preparing for the start of term

The steps below will guide you through everything that needs to be in place before your child joins us in August.

  

By 15 June

Agreements, fees and identity documents

•  Sign the educational services agreement  

•  Pay school fees  

•  Sign the image use agreement  

•  Submit passport and birth certificate copies for your child and both parents

June – August

Medical check-up

•  Book and attend all required specialist appointments  

•  Obtain your child’s health passport and vaccination records  

•  Complete and sign the medical form

July – August

School uniform and photograph

•  Purchase school uniform from the school shop 

• We will be in touch to arrange your child's official school photograph - sessions will take place from 9 August onwards 

By 21 August

Submit all documents

•  Submit all completed documentation to the Admissions and Medical offices by 21 August 

• Documents may be submitted over the summer, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm 

• Please let us know in advance so we can arrange your visit 

• Create your Parent Portal account (instructions sent by email) 

Documents to complete and submit

Please download, complete, and return each of the following documents to our offices ahead of your child’s first day.

  
Medical checklistLists all specialist appointments required before your child begins school.
Medical formCovers your child’s health history, allergies, medications, and vaccination consent. Must be completed in your own hand and signed by both parents.
Vaccine consent formPlease complete and sign this form to confirm your consent for the School to monitor your child's vaccination status and support the administration of scheduled vaccinations in accordance with the recommendations of the Ministry of Healthcare of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Vaccine refusal formPlease complete and sign this form if you do not consent for your child to participate in scheduled vaccinations arranged through the School in accordance with the recommendations and vaccination schedule of the Ministry of Healthcare of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Image and personal data use agreementPlease read carefully and indicate whether you consent to the use of your child’s photographs in school publications and communications.


 

Guidance on the medical check-up

  

Choice of medical provider

There is no requirement to attend a specific clinic or hospital. You are welcome to visit any qualified medical provider of your choice.

Accepted languages

We accept medical documentation in English, Kazakh, or Russian. Should your records be in another language, a notarised translation will be required.

Requirements for each certificate

Your child’s full name clearly stated

The name of the clinic and an official stamp with signature

The date of issue

How medical records may be submitted

Records may be presented as individual specialist certificates, recorded in your child’s health passport, or entered directly into the medical checklist - whichever is most convenient.


Vaccination

Please indicate your preference by signing the relevant section within the Medical form:

If you consent to vaccinationsIf you do not consent
Please sign the Vaccination Consent Form and include your child’s vaccination card with your submitted documents.Please sign the Refusal of Vaccination Form. Both options are included within the Medical form.

 

Questions regarding medical documentation? 

Our Medical Team is available to assist you directly:

, School Doctor
Natalya Gogolina
School Doctor

+7 701 572 0191

ngogolina@haileyburyalmaty.kz

, School Nurse
Natalya Bikbulatova
School Nurse

+7 701 221 3459

nbikbulatova@haileyburyalmaty.kz

Useful documents

Everything you need to know about school life at Haileybury Almaty - uniform, daily routines, term dates, school rules, and more.
Reception Parent Handbook 2026-2027
Presentation from Parents Meeting

Welcome to Reception!

Next Steps for August 2026
Everything you need to know about school life in Reception
Read more
Welcome to Reception!

A Day in Reception

Discover what a typical day looks like in Reception and see how our pupils learn, play, explore and grow in a caring and stimulating environment.

Watch our "A Day in Reception" video.

Should you have any questions at any stage, our Admissions team is always delighted to help.

We very much look forward to welcoming your family to Haileybury Almaty.

, Head of Admissions
Yelnury Atakoziyeva
Head of Admissions

Tel: +7 727 355 0100 (#240)

WhatsApp: +7 702 355 01 00

yatakoziyeva@haileyburyalmaty.kz

, Admissions Specialist
Alua Tauyekel
Admissions Specialist

Tel: +7 727 355 0100 (#300)

WhatsApp: +7 702 355 01 05

atauyekel@haileyburyalmaty.kz 

, Admissions Assistant
Ainur Turdybekova
Admissions Assistant

Tel: +7 727 355 0100 (#254)

WhatsApp: +7 702 355 01 00

aturdybekova@haileyburyalmaty.kz

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