40offersIslam Abdurakhman
One student.
40 university offers.
From B1 to IELTS, then offers from universities around the world. Islam chose to continue his studies in the USA.
TURKESTAN · KENTAU · ONLINE
More to say.
In English.
English for your first conversation, your next exam and the plans ahead. Find a course for yourself or your child — and get to know the school at a free lesson.
Oxford University Pressteaching programme
A1 → C1from beginner to advanced
SPEAKING CLUBfree for every student
IDP IELTSSilver Partner
SIMBA’S SCHOOL · SINCE 2020
About us
Founder of Simba’s SchoolSymbat Payayeva
Learn English in Turkestan. Open your world.
Simba’s School opened in Turkestan in 2020. Today, our three branches on the city’s main streets help students build the English they need for study, work and travel.
A teaching approach built on experience
Our founder, Symbat Niyazbekovna Payayeva, studied in the USA through the Bolashak programme and built the school’s teaching system around her methodology. She brings ideas from conferences across Europe and Asia into the school. Our teachers are carefully selected, and many have studied abroad.
Learning that fits your goal
General English is available in groups or one-to-one. IELTS preparation is group-only. Our group General English courses include free access to Speaking Club and school events.
01 / SIMBA’S SCHOOL · OUR ACHIEVEMENTS
They started here.
Look where they went.
A new city, a university offer, an exam you worked hard for. Meet a few of the people behind the results.
40offersOne student.
$1 053 000in scholarship offersDamir Ayupov
Over one million dollars
in scholarship offers.
Damir received scholarship offers totalling $1,053,000 from universities around the world, including the University of New Haven, New York Tech and Wilkes University.
GLOBAL BUSINESS SYMPOSIUM
Our student shared his idea
on an international stage.
After private English lessons at Simba’s, Sultanbek took part in the Global Business Symposium at Harvard University. A chance to share his idea and meet people from around the world.
Sultanbek NurmukhammedRead the full story ↗02 / FROM TURKESTAN TO THE WORLD
From Turkestan to the world
Our alumni study and work in the USA, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Every one of those flights began at a Simba's desk.
Drag the globe or choose a destination below. Markers show study and experience destinations.
SIMBA’S SCHOOL · WORLDWIDEFrom Turkistan to the world
IELTS results 9 ↗
Behind every score is consistent preparation.
- 7.5Ermakhanbet NurmakhanbetIELTS
- 7.0Elmar NurullaIELTS
- 7.5Mariyam BaymakhanIELTS
- 7.0Enlik BauyrzhankyzyIELTS
- 7.5Nursultan AsanovIELTS
- 7.5Dinara AshimkhanIELTS
- 7.0Shakhnoza ZhumadullayevaIELTS
- 7.0Madiyar MuratIELTS
- 7.0Nurdaulet AuezkhanIELTS
03 / LIFE AT SIMBA’S
Stay for
the conversation.
There’s more to a school than the lesson. There are people you look forward to seeing, games to join and stories to share.
SAEVERY SATURDAY
Speaking Club.
Everyone’s invited.
Every Saturday, at every branch. Speaking Club is free for all Simba’s School students. Practise English, meet other learners and keep the conversation going beyond class.
Times & upcoming events ↗The latest schedule is on our Instagram.Experience that becomes part of your story.
Our students take part in major events in Turkestan and beyond. While learning English, they gain experience, meet new people and build their portfolios.
TEDx
Our students at TEDx
A new setting, new ideas and experience beyond the classroom. Our students took part in the first TEDx event in the Turkestan region.
About the event ↗04 / FIND YOUR COURSE
A course for
your next step.
Everyday conversations, an exam or your next degree. Start with what matters to you.
01A1–C1
General English
From “hello” to a conversation you want to keep going. Learn at your level and put new words to work in class.
Group or individual lessons at our branches
- Small groups and speaking practice
- A progress check at every level
02ACADEMIC & GENERAL TRAINING
IELTS preparation
Know the exam. Practise each skill. Get feedback that shows you what to work on next.
Group lessons only at our branches
- Practice tests in exam conditions
- Personal feedback on writing and speaking
03UNIVERSITY ADMISSIONBachelor’s abroad
Find a country and a university that fit your plans. We’ll help with your shortlist, documents, applications and scholarship search.
Discuss my plans ↗04YOUR NEXT DEGREEMaster’s abroad
Build your next degree around your interests. Get help with program selection, your statement of purpose, CV and interview.
Discuss my plans ↗05EXPERIENCE ABROADExchange, FLEX & Work and Travel
Explore a school year, a semester or a summer abroad. Prepare your English, documents and interview with support along the way.
Discuss my plans ↗06YOUR OWN PACEPrivate & Express
A personal goal deserves a personal plan. Choose individual lessons or an intensive format and discuss a schedule that works for you.
Ask about lessons ↗YOUR PROGRESS, STEP BY STEP
Start where you are.
Your first words
Introduce yourself, ask simple questions and get comfortable with everyday phrases.
05 / YOUR NEXT STEP
What brings
you here?
Three answers to help you choose a direction. This is a course finder, not a level test. Your teacher will help establish your level when you meet.
Prefer to talk it through?How your first visit works ↓
06 / YOUR FIRST VISIT
Meet us.
Try a lesson.
Tell us who the lesson is for and what you’d like to learn. Our administrator will help arrange the visit.
- 01
Find your starting point
Meet the school and check your English level with a teacher.
- 02
Choose a group
Discuss a group that suits your level and a schedule that works for you.
- 03
Try a lesson
Join a lesson, meet the teacher and see how learning feels at Simba’s.
07 / CLOSE TO YOU
Come find
your Simba’s.
Three branches in Turkestan. One in Kentau. Open a branch card to get to know your school.
Online learning works for me
Let’s talk about online lessons on WhatsApp.
Clear prices. Every 12 lessons.
Payment is made for every 12 lessons, not per calendar month.
Group lessonsPre-beginner
Pre-beginner
Beginner
Elementary
Previous price: 50 000 ₸
Current price: 22 000 ₸
per 12 lessons
Group lessonsPre-intermediate
Pre-intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate+
Previous price: 55 000 ₸
Current price: 24 000 ₸
per 12 lessons
Group lessons
Upper Intermediate
Previous price: 60 000 ₸
Current price: 28 000 ₸
per 12 lessons
Group lessons only
IELTS
Previous price: 120 000 ₸
Current price: 55 000 ₸
per 12 lessons
Group General English includes free access to Speaking Club and school events.
Learn one-to-one or in a pair
Individual
5 000 ₸per lesson
60 000 ₸ for 12 lessons
Duet
4 500 ₸per lesson, per student
54 000 ₸ per student for 12 lessons
A FEW THINGS YOU MIGHT WONDER
Frequently asked
questions.
What age can my child start?
Send us your child’s age and current English level. The administrator will explain which learning options are available.
What happens on our first visit?
We start by getting to know you and checking your level, then discuss a suitable group and a trial lesson. Confirm the programme and free-lesson arrangements with the administrator before coming.
Can we start from zero?
Yes. General English covers A1–C1. A teacher will help establish the starting level; you do not need to take a test on this website.
How do we choose a schedule?
Tell us your preferred branch and convenient days and times. The administrator will share the current options. Ask separately about online lessons.
How much does the course cost?
Group lessons cost 22 000 ₸ for Pre-beginner, Beginner and Elementary; 24 000 ₸ for Pre-intermediate, Intermediate and Intermediate+; 28 000 ₸ for Upper Intermediate; and 55 000 ₸ for IELTS. Each price covers 12 lessons. Individual lessons are 5 000 ₸ per lesson; Duet is 4 500 ₸ per lesson, per student. Payment is made every 12 lessons, not monthly.
How can we follow progress?
General English includes a progress check at each level. Ask the teacher about the learner’s current progress and what to practise next.
When are Speaking Club and events?
Speaking Club is free for all Simba’s School students and takes place every Saturday at every branch. Find times and upcoming events on @simbas.school on Instagram.
LET’S START WITH A CONVERSATION
Let’s start
with one message.
Tell us what you’d like to learn. We’ll answer your questions, find the right group and book you in for a free lesson.
Book a free lesson ↗WhatsApp · +7 747 664 58 32
