KAZIELTS

Our Story KAZIELTS is an English language school based in Astana (Nur-Sultan), Kazakhstan, primarily serving Kazakh-speaking and Russian-speaking students. The center positions itself as the only IELTS and exam preparation center in the capital that employs exclusively native or near-native English teachers holding a BA in English from a prestigious university in the United States or the United Kingdom. The school does not engage inexperienced or unqualified teachers; all instructors hold the University of Cambridge CELTA certificate and possess a minimum of three years of international teaching experience. Beyond exam preparation, KAZIELTS supports students with study abroad guidance, school applications, essays, and personal statements. Programs & Trainings IELTS Preparation, Comprehensive training for the International English Language Testing System; students typically progress from an initial band of 3.5-5.5 to 6.5 or higher. SAT Preparation, Structured course to prepare students for SAT admission tests required by U.S. universities. APTIS Preparation, Targeted coaching for the APTIS English language assessment, including accelerated one-month preparation formats. TOEFL Preparation, Training for both TOEFL ITP (Institutional Testing Program) and TOEFL IBT (Internet-Based Test). General English, Standard English language courses for everyday and academic communication needs. Business English (Corporate English), Tailored language training for national and international companies in Astana, focused on professional and workplace communication. Intensive (Accelerated) English, Fast-track immersion program designed for rapid language acquisition and exam readiness. Academic Writing & Application Support, Individual assistance with university essays, school applications, personal statements, master’s theses, and doctoral dissertations; students regularly graduate with a distinction or B grade. Specialties IELTS band score improvement (3.5-5.5 to 6.5+) SAT, APTIS, and TOEFL (ITP & IBT) test strategies General and intensive English language acquisition Corporate and business English for professionals Academic proofreading, editing, and thesis supervision Study abroad application consulting for the EU, UK, and USA Methods & Approach Instruction is delivered exclusively by native or near-native English teachers who hold a BA in English from a top-100 U.S. or U.K. university and a CELTA qualification from the University of Cambridge. The pedagogical model emphasizes honest, detailed explanations of exam mechanics, personalized lesson planning based on individual student needs, and intensive classroom training. Teachers leverage post-CELTA international experience to diagnose and solve unique learner problems, ensuring clarity and consistency in academic writing and effective test-taking strategies. Who It's For KAZIELTS is designed for Kazakh-speaking and Russian-speaking students and professionals in Astana. It serves beginners (including those with minimal prior English knowledge) through advanced learners aiming for scores such as IELTS 6.5 or higher. Typical participants include high school and university students targeting undergraduate or graduate programs in the EU, UK, or USA; master’s and PhD candidates requiring thesis or dissertation support; corporate employees needing business English; and individuals seeking rapid improvement through intensive courses. Facilities & Practical Info The office is located across from Keruen at 12 Dostyk Street in Astana (Nur-Sultan). In-person visits require a prior appointment. Classes and consultations are available from 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM. The center is closed on Sundays. Contact is available via WhatsApp, email, and Instagram. Location Address: 12 Dostyk Street, Astana (Nur-Sultan), Kazakhstan Hours: 12:00 PM, 8:30 PM (Closed on Sundays) The "+" Only exam center in Astana employing native/near-native teachers with BA degrees in English from prestigious U.S. or U.K. universities and Cambridge CELTA certification. Documented student success including admission to LSE, Warwick, Durham, University of Pennsylvania, UC Berkeley, Carnegie Mellon, UC San Diego, Cornell, Leeds, Duke, University of Vienna, East Anglia, Newcastle, and Nazarbayev University. Verified score transformations (e.g., IELTS 4.0 → 7.5; 5.0 → 7.0; 2.0 → 5.5) supported by reference letters and testimonials. End-to-end academic support spanning exam preparation, application essays, personal statements, and postgraduate thesis editing with results of distinction or B grade.