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In line for kindergartens in Bishkek are 29,000 children

According to the information from Mayor Aibek Junushaliev, there are currently 29,000 children waiting for a place in kindergartens in Bishkek. He noted that over the past five years, 26 new preschool education institutions have been opened in the city. Of this number, 18 kindergartens were built from scratch, while 8 buildings were previously privately owned but were returned to the State Committee for National Security and renovated for use in accordance with their intended purpose," the

10.02.2026, 18:31
Education

In 2025, 91 kindergartens opened in Kyrgyzstan

In 2025, the construction and opening of 91 kindergartens in Kyrgyzstan were completed. This information was announced in the report of the Ministry of Education and Science at the end of the year. Out of the total number of new institutions, 32 kindergartens were built using funds from the republican budget.

10.02.2026, 18:20
Education

More than 18,000 children with disabilities study in regular schools, - Ministry of Education

According to information provided by the Chief Specialist of the Department of School and Extracurricular Education of the Ministry of Education Gulshan Abdildaeva, at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, 327 correctional classes have been opened in Kyrgyzstan, located in 44 schools. In these classes, 4,270 children are being educated, thanks to the implementation of the inclusive education program.

10.02.2026, 18:15
Education

The coverage of preschool education for children reached 51%

By 2025, according to a report from the Ministry of Education, preschool education covered 51% of children aged 3 to 5 years, which amounts to approximately 320,000 little ones attending 2,344 kindergartens. Of the total number of kindergartens, 490 are private.

10.02.2026, 18:10
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In Naryn, a new educational building for 500 places was opened at the Chkalov School

In Naryn, a ceremonial opening of the new educational building of secondary school No. 2, named after V. P. Chkalov, took place. This building is designed for 500 students. As reported by a Turmush correspondent, during the event, guests were given a tour of the building. Visitors were shown the classrooms and opportunities for extracurricular activities. Participants in the event were able to enjoy performances by the students, including:

10.02.2026, 18:07
The best driving school cadets in the Kyrgyz Republic will be allowed to take the exam after 4 months.
Education

The best driving school cadets in the Kyrgyz Republic will be allowed to take the exam after 4 months.

In Kyrgyzstan, at the initiative of President Sadyr Japarov, a new approach to training in driving schools is planned. This was reported by Kanibek Tumanbaev, the president's chief of staff. According to him, as part of an experimental program, cadets demonstrating excellent results will have the opportunity to take the exam just four months after the start of their training.

09.02.2026, 14:53
Education

The Department of Education of the Bishkek City Hall proposes to abandon the division of classes by language of instruction.

At the meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on economics, budget, finance, and investments, held on February 9, the head of the Education Department of the Bishkek City Hall, Rakhат Musaева, shared the problems related to providing schools with qualified teachers. She pointed out that the opening of schools with Russian as the language of instruction in new residential areas often leads to low-quality education. In particular, Musaева noted that out of more than 400

09.02.2026, 12:48
Education

In Bishkek School No. 84, 4,500 students are enrolled with a projected load of 900, - BGK deputy

At the meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on economics, budget, finance, and investments on February 9, Deputy Erjan Nasiraliyev ("Adilet") announced that Bishkek School No. 84 has 4,500 students enrolled, while the projected capacity is only 900 students. Nasiraliyev emphasized that he raised this issue last year, pointing out the availability of a vacant plot for the construction of a new school.

09.02.2026, 12:20
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The new building of school No. 89 in Bishkek will be constructed according to the new construction standards of the Ministry of Construction.

At a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on economics, budget, finance, and investments, Vice Mayor Azamat Kadyrov reported that according to the new building codes from the Ministry of Construction, it is possible to construct schools up to four stories in Bishkek. In response to a question from Deputy Kanikei Alymkulova of the "Zhanı-Kuch" party about where exactly the new schools will be built this year, the vice mayor noted that a new building for

09.02.2026, 11:57
Education

In Osh, a kindergarten privatized by a former deputy is abandoned: It is intended to be returned to the state

In the city of Osh, it is planned to review the legality of the land plot that belongs to kindergarten No. 15 and is registered to former deputy Davran Sabirov. This was reported by the press service of the mayor's office. According to information provided by the mayor's office, Davran Sabirov illegally privatized this kindergarten, which is currently in a state of disrepair.

08.02.2026, 01:42
Education

In Tyup, laptops were handed over to elementary school teachers

Teachers of primary classes in Tyup were handed laptops. This news was reported by Seyitbek Abdildaev, head of the district education department. As part of the "Altyn Kazyq" program, the Ministry of Education allocated 282 laptops to support primary school teachers. This initiative aims to develop teachers' digital skills, implement advanced technologies in the educational process, and improve its quality. “In 2025, with the support of the president and the Ministry of

07.02.2026, 21:13
Education

The Head of the Cabinet Renamed the Institutions Under the Ministry of Education

The Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, approved resolution No. 23 regarding the renaming of a number of institutions and departments that were previously under the Ministry of Education and Science. This decision was made as part of organizational measures related to the reform of executive bodies in the field of education.

07.02.2026, 18:01
Education

The Creative Festival "Open Osh" Took Place at the Kyrgyz-Uzbek International University

Yesterday, February 6, a creative festival called "Open Osh" took place in Building No. 2 (BA-3) of the Kyrgyz-Uzbek International University named after B. Sydykov in the city of Osh. The event was organized by the Department of Mechanics, Energy, and Design of the Engineering Technology and Natural-Pedagogical Faculty. The opening of the event began with a solemn ceremony, where the rector of the university, Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor Abdilbayet Mamasidikov, and the dean

07.02.2026, 13:35
Education

High school students in Bishkek may receive tablets in schools

In Bishkek, the possibility of purchasing tablets for high school students is being considered. At a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council held on February 6, deputy Tatiana Kuznetsova from the "Zhanı-Kuch" party raised a question about the availability of computers in the capital's schools.

06.02.2026, 18:09
Education

In 2026, 30 interactive panels will be purchased for schools in Bishkek.

In 2026, schools in Bishkek will receive 30 interactive panels. This became known on February 6, when the director of the Department of Education, Rakhad Musaeva, spoke at a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council, which deals with economics, budget, finance, and investments. At the meeting, deputy Emir Marlisbekov from the "Emgek" party pointed out the discrepancy between the requested amount and the approved budget. The request amounted to 866 million 566

06.02.2026, 16:35
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In 2026, the budget of the Bishkek Department of Education will nearly double.

On February 6, Rakhmat Musaev, head of the Education Department of the capital's mayor's office, presented the budget of his department for 2026 during a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on economics, budget, finance, and investments. This year, the department's budget is expected to amount to 851 million 566.9 thousand soms. In comparison, in 2025 it was at the level of 437 million 588.2 thousand soms, indicating an increase of 413 million 978.7

06.02.2026, 16:07
Education

Parents and educators of the boarding school for blind and visually impaired children made an appeal to the president and the head of the State National Security Committee.

At a press conference at AKIpress, parents and teachers from the Republican Specialized Boarding School for Blind and Visually Impaired Children in Bishkek expressed their concerns to President Sadyr Japarov and the head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev. The appeal concerns plans to relocate the boarding school to the village of Tash-Dobo. Currently, the educational institution is located at: Kulatova Street, 37.

06.02.2026, 16:00
Education

The republican budget for this year allocates 5.9 billion soms for the salaries of teachers in Bishkek.

In the republican budget for 2023, 5.9 billion soms are allocated for the salaries of teachers in Bishkek. This information was announced at a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council, which deals with issues of economy, budget, finance, and investments. Deputy of the BGC from the "Emgek" party, Mirgul Rasul kyzy, noted that last year the possibility of transferring education funding in Bishkek from the local budget to the republican budget was discussed. The

06.02.2026, 15:52
Education

"Teachers are lacking not only in public schools but also in private schools, - head of the Department of Education of the Bishkek City Hall"

The problem of teacher shortages affects both public and private schools, said Rahat Musaeva, the director of the Department of Education, during a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on economics, budget, finance, and investments on February 6. At the meeting, deputy Ramina Idyrova from the "Adilet" faction raised the issue of the serious shortage of teachers and inquired about what measures are planned to be taken in 2026 to improve the situation.

06.02.2026, 15:47
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This year, another consolidation of schools is planned in Bishkek, - Department of Education

In Bishkek, there will be a consolidation of schools again in 2023, reported Rahat Musaeva, the director of the Department of Education, on February 6 at a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on economics, budget, finance, and investments. Deputy Ramina Idyrova from the "Adilet" party asked about the number of schools planned for consolidation this year, as well as the effectiveness of these measures.

06.02.2026, 15:26
Education

A meeting with university leaders on issues concerning international students was held at the Bishkek City Police Department.

In Bishkek, a meeting was held at the Main Internal Affairs Directorate (GUVD) with the heads of universities, the press service of the capital's police reported on February 6. During the meeting, issues related to the migration situation concerning foreign students studying in the capital's educational institutions were discussed, as well as the need to improve interaction between law enforcement agencies and universities.

06.02.2026, 14:29
Education

KRSU Invites: February 7 — Open Opportunities Day for Students and Applicants

The Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University, in collaboration with the KRSU Secondary School, is holding Open Days. On February 7, everyone interested — school students, applicants, and their parents — will have a unique opportunity to familiarize themselves with the educational environment of both the school and the university in just one day. Participants will be able to obtain all the necessary information about admission and choose the right path for further education.

05.02.2026, 18:46
Education

In Kyrgyzstan, the number of emergency schools has decreased; currently, about 100 have been identified, - Head of the Ministry of Construction

According to Nurdana Oruntaeva, over the past four years, more than 300 social facilities with signs of emergency conditions have been identified in the country. As a result of the implementation of the program for the construction of new buildings, the number of emergency schools has significantly decreased and now stands at around 100. "We will continue our work on the modernization of such facilities this year. I am confident that in the coming years we will be able to completely solve

05.02.2026, 17:39
Education

The Ministries of Education of Kyrgyzstan and Russia Discussed the Supply of Textbooks to Schools in Kyrgyzstan

Recently, a video conference took place between the Ministry of Education of Kyrgyzstan and its Russian counterpart, where issues related to the adaptation and supply of textbooks in the Russian language and literature were discussed. Participants in the meeting included the Deputy Minister of Education of Kyrgyzstan, Nadira Dzhusupbekova, the director of the publishing house "Okuu Kitebi," Tologon Amatov, as well as representatives from the Ministry of Education of Russia and the

05.02.2026, 17:29
Private medical universities will be able to launch joint programs with universities in the USA
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Private medical universities will be able to launch joint programs with universities in the USA

President Sadyr Japarov has signed a document amending the decree of August 28, 2025, No. 250, concerning the state monopoly on the training of medical specialists. As stated in the new decree of February 2, 2026, No. 27, the purpose of these changes is to strengthen the system of training medical and pharmaceutical personnel, as well as to develop international academic cooperation, while adhering to unified state standards of education quality and national security requirements.

05.02.2026, 11:44
Career Guidance from the Ministry of Defense. Schoolchildren and students can enroll in military universities in the Kyrgyz Republic and abroad.
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Career Guidance from the Ministry of Defense. Schoolchildren and students can enroll in military universities in the Kyrgyz Republic and abroad.

The Ministry of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, is organizing career guidance events for students from February 2 to 20, 2026, in educational institutions across the country. According to information provided by the Ministry of Defense, the aim of these events is to develop a system of military-patriotic education among youth, to facilitate a conscious choice of profession, and to increase interest in military service, as well as in education at

05.02.2026, 09:42
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Students of the 2nd and 4th grades received a UNESCO award for environmental projects

Two elementary school students from the "Diplomat" school in Balykchy have become recipients of the UNESCO international award — CIPP 2025 (Youth Innovation: Collaborating to Improve and Protect Our Planet), reported the parents of one of them. In the competition, which involved over 30,000 participants from 40 countries, Kyrgyzstan was represented by Nuraly Tursunbekov (4th grade) and Auki Sabyrbekova (2nd grade). The official results were announced on February 1, 2026, during an

04.02.2026, 19:08
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The Ministry of Education is developing a mobile application for free preparation of students for the OGE.

On February 4, a discussion took place at the Ministry of Education regarding a new mobile application designed for students preparing for the nationwide testing. The Ministry of Education noted that the goal of this project is to provide equal access to test materials and create uniform conditions for the preparation of all applicants across the country. The application will feature tasks for all subjects included in the national testing.

04.02.2026, 15:50
Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva visited the educational facilities of the city of Manas
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Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva visited the educational facilities of the city of Manas

During her working trip to the Jalal-Abad region on February 4, the Minister of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic, Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, visited the under-construction "Akyilman" lyceum in Manas. According to the press service of the Ministry, this lyceum will accommodate 360 students and will have three floors. The educational institution will be equipped with modern classrooms, a robotics lab, laboratories, demonstration rooms, as well as a kitchen classroom and workshops for metal

04.02.2026, 15:23
Education

Salaries of cleaners and janitors in Bishkek schools remain below the minimum subsistence level, - deputy

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 4, deputy Zhanibek Abirov raised the issue of low wages for junior service and technical staff in educational institutions. During his visit to schools in the Lenin District of Bishkek a week ago, the deputy spoke with the staff of secondary school No. 74. He reminded that in his speech at the kurultai on December 25, President Sadyr Japarov announced plans to increase teachers' salaries starting in April.

04.02.2026, 12:55
Education

In Bishkek Schools, There Are 433 Teacher Vacancies: A Deputy Proposed Creating a "Directors' Club" to Save Education

At a joint meeting of the "Emgek" and "Zhańy Kүch" factions, Deputy Tatiana Kuznetsova raised the issue of the staffing situation in schools and kindergartens in Bishkek, as well as the need to form a reserve of leaders. She noted that the Department of Education is working on a reserve of personnel for teachers and leaders; however, she expressed the opinion that not all candidates who passed testing in the civil service system are capable of managing educational

04.02.2026, 12:38