History

In 2014, the International School of Kazan (ISK) welcomed its first 7 students. As one of the first international schools in Kazan, ISK was founded by Fielding Nair International with the vision of transforming children's lives through education. It was a humble beginning: just 7 students, 3 staff members, and 3 classrooms, but the school was already on its way to becoming a leader in international education in Tatarstan. We started with big dreams and a commitment to excellence that has guided us ever since.

By September 2015, ISK had grown to two campuses. The Fedo campus for Primary School opened its doors to 126 pupils, offering a comprehensive primary education programme. The new campus provided more space for growth, with modern classrooms, a library, and open playgrounds. Together with the original Fedo campus, ISK now had 154 students. Parents began to notice the school's unique approach to education, combining academic excellence with a focus on children's wellbeing.

In 2016, ISK opened the Mau Campus for its secondary school students to accommodate a growing enrollment. Designed specifically for the needs of older students, the campus welcomed 133 students and provided modern facilities including science labs, art studios, and sports fields. The Mau Campus was built with a strong emphasis on sustainability, utilizing eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient systems. This expansion allowed ISK to broaden its programs, offering a full range of subjects, extracurricular activities, and leadership development opportunities for secondary students.

From day one, the esteemed Rais of the Republic of Tatarstan, Rustam Nurgalievich Minnikhanov, gave the school a direct instruction: "English only!" However, English-medium instruction is not the only thing that makes the school international. We have many expatriate teachers and children from various countries, and our academic programme allows us to educate future professionals who can succeed in any country!

By 2020, ISK had grown significantly, and the Fedo campus was expanded to include a secondary school. This allowed ISK to provide continuous education from kindergarten through high school across both campuses. The Fedo campus for secondary school opened with 3 new buildings, providing more space for student learning and development. This expansion was a key step in ensuring high-quality education for an increasing number of students.

In the summer of 2021, ISK graduated its first 16 students. These young people paved the way for others, and we look at their photograph with pride. 
By the way, Mr Rosberg initiated an award in 2020 выдающемося выпускнику года - награда 2020 (игра слов и цифр, как мы любим - 2020 vision означает идеальное зрение). В разные годы награду получали Тимофей Леонов, Kirill Bredikhin, Арина Абдрашитова, Теона Медведева, а в 2022 году это была Асия Сулейманова.

ISK is 10 years old! So much has been accomplished and so much more lies ahead. The history of ISK is still being written — each one of us is writing it.

The first of September became a special day for the International School of Kazan (ISK). The jubilee tenth academic year has begun! This is an important event for our large international family. 

It's hard to believe that such an ambitious project began in 2014 with just seven students. Today, ISK is among the top 10 schools in Kazan for academic performance. We employ over forty teachers from fifteen countries around the world. Our students are winners and prize-takers in republican and national olympiads. Graduates of the International School attend top universities worldwide!

ISK's story of growth and achievement continues to inspire its community.