Robotics

Participation in the FIRST Championship

Haileybury Almaty takes pride in participating in the globally renowned FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Championship, a prestigious event in STEAM education. This programme inspires students to explore science and technology while cultivating leadership, teamwork, and engineering skills. As the Almaty host of the FIRST Championship, we create a dynamic space for students across the city to compete and collaborate, celebrating scientific exploration and innovation. 

Robotics in the Curriculum

At Haileybury Almaty, Robotics is integrated into our curriculum from Junior School through Senior School, ensuring that all students have access to both foundational and advanced robotics education. In the Junior School, students are introduced to basic concepts and creative problem-solving techniques. As they progress to Senior School, students tackle more complex projects, building, and programming robots to complete a range of tasks. Robotics at Haileybury Almaty is not just a subject but rather an immersive experience that fosters resilience, critical thinking, and a passion for technology. We use a variety of robotics kits, including LEGO WeDo 2.0, Spike, Motion Briq, REV, GoBilda, Mindstorms and VEX 123, IQ, GO, and V5 tailored to suit the different age groups from Junior to Senior School.

Student Projects and Success Stories

Our students’ achievements reflect the high caliber of our Robotics programme:

• Mereyli won 500,000 tenge for her AI-powered diagnostic tool, AIgnite Diagnostics, in a competition organized by the American Maker Space in Almaty.
• Danial, a 2024 graduate, developed two useful apps: a Library App to help students select books and a Lost and Found App to assist the school community.
• Nazar created a portable device that connects two computers via network sockets and developed a PID regulator, highlighting his interest in robotics and complex systems.

Partnerships and Community Engagement

We are proud to collaborate with the Daryn Center, which supports young and talented students across Kazakhstan. Haileybury Almaty hosts Science and Maths Olympiads, providing a platform for students to showcase their skills.

In addition, the USTEM Foundation plays a key role in elevating STEM education in Kazakhstan and Central Asia. Through this partnership, we empower the region’s youth by actively promoting the FIRST programme.

Skills Development and Learning Outcomes

Our Robotics programme at Haileybury Almaty is designed to equip students with a wide range of skills that prepare them for future challenges. Key learning outcomes include:

• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with robotics kits, programming tools, and advanced technologies equips students with valuable technical skills in STEM.
• Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking: Robotics encourages students to troubleshoot, iterate, and improve their designs, fostering critical and creative thinking.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Working in teams, students learn to communicate effectively, share ideas, and support each other - skills essential for any career.
• Leadership and Confidence: Competitions like the FIRST Championship help students develop leadership qualities, make quick decisions, and present their work confidently.

At Haileybury Almaty, Robotics is about more than just building machines - it’s about developing tomorrow’s innovators and leaders.