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Deputy: After the separation of the Ministry of Education, researchers were left without salaries

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 4, Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova pointed out an important issue regarding the salaries of scientific employees after the Ministry of Education and Science was divided into two separate bodies. She noted that currently neither the Ministry of Science nor the Ministry of Health has allocated funds for these workers. As a result, since the beginning of the new year, scientific employees have found themselves without salaries and are facing serious

04.02.2026, 12:35
Education

The Ministry of Science proposed to make grants a priority form of funding for science.

The Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations has presented for public discussion a draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers "On the Approval of Regulatory Legal Acts in the Field of Science." This document aims to improve the system of state funding for scientific and scientific-technical research, as well as to align subordinate regulation with the law "On Science" and budgetary norms. It also envisions the creation of a unified model of state support for

04.02.2026, 12:19
Education

New schools being built in Bishkek should be made branches of strong educational institutions, - deputy

Deputy Altynbek Kudayberdiev proposed that new schools in Bishkek become branches of well-known and strong educational institutions. This statement was made at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. Kudayberdiev noted that the problem of the lack of educational institutions in Bishkek and Osh remains relevant. Currently, 20 new schools are being built in the capital, while 10 are being constructed in Osh, but according to the deputy, this is not enough to address the existing situation.

04.02.2026, 12:11
Education

801 child is waiting in line: Deputy requests to open kindergartens in the villages of Hydroconstructor and Friendship

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on February 4, Deputy Bakhridin Shabazov emphasized the serious problem of the lack of kindergartens in the villages of Gidrostroitel and Druzhba, located in the Issyk-Ata district. He pointed out that there are preschool institutions in nearby settlements, while these two villages have none. This results in children needing to travel to other villages for classes, thereby creating additional difficulties for families.

04.02.2026, 12:10
Education

At the boarding school for the blind in Bishkek, a meeting was held between parents and government representatives regarding the relocation of the building. What was decided?

In Bishkek, at the Republican Specialized Boarding School for Blind and Visually Impaired Children, a meeting took place attended by parents and educators, as well as representatives of the local authorities. Among the participants were the Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, the First Deputy Minister of Education Mukhtarbek Baymurzaev, the Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services Bakai Turdugulov, and the Vice Mayor of Bishkek Viktoria

03.02.2026, 19:11
Education

New residential buildings will not receive construction permits without schools and kindergartens, - Ministry of Construction

At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of industrial policy, transportation, the energy sector, architecture, and construction, Deputy Minister of Construction Talantbek Imanakun uulu reported that new residential complexes will not receive construction permits without the mandatory inclusion of educational institutions—schools and kindergartens—in the project. Deputy Tabyldy Muratbekov expressed concern about the active construction of multi-story

03.02.2026, 15:52
Education

This year, 32 schools will begin construction in Bishkek.

At a meeting held on February 3, the Vice Mayor of the capital, Azamat Kadyrov, announced the start of construction of 32 schools in Bishkek this year, which became a topic of discussion at the joint meeting of the factions of the Bishkek City Council "Emgek" and "Jany Kych". Kadyrov noted that last week a law was ratified in the Jogorku Kenesh, and the day before, a meeting was held with the Ministry of Construction. The design of a school for 750 students will soon be

03.02.2026, 14:39
Education

The Cabinet adopted a resolution on the activities of the National Academy of Sciences

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a new resolution regarding the work of the National Academy of Sciences under the President. According to information provided by the Cabinet, the document includes: the charter of the National Academy of Sciences, as well as the rules for the functioning of the coordination council, which will deal with fundamental and applied research in the field of science and innovative technologies, and the regulations for the election of Academy members.

03.02.2026, 13:16
Education

More than 20,000 laptops were provided to primary school teachers

On February 2, the republic received a transfer of 20,286 laptops "Altyn Kazyq" for primary school teachers, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Education. Present at the event were the Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, the First Deputy Minister Mukhtarbek Baymurzaev, the Director of the "Technopark" of KGTU named after I. Razzakov Kasymbek Kelebaev, and representatives of district educational institutions.

02.02.2026, 16:10
Education

The deputy proposed to build separate student campuses for girls and boys in large cities.

In Kyrgyzstan, Deputy Bolot Saginayev proposed the creation of student dormitories with separate living arrangements for male and female students in major cities. He expressed this opinion at a meeting of the Scientific Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh. According to statistics for 2025, there were 45,000 registered marriages in the country, while 13,000 couples divorced. The deputy considers these figures alarming for society.

02.02.2026, 12:55
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"Organizations need to allocate quotas for students for internships and practical training, - deputy"

Kultaeva noted that despite existing government programs, young people continue to face a lack of funding for startups, as well as limited opportunities for obtaining interest-free loans and grants. “Government support for youth entrepreneurship needs to become more active. This area must be developed from an economic perspective, and it should be handed over to the relevant agencies that can adequately assess the needs of the labor market,” the deputy added.

02.02.2026, 12:32
Education

The deputy proposed to reconsider the system of appointing school directors.

According to Deputy Santalat Amanova, about half of all school graduates do not pass the National Testing, which indicates the need to improve the level of student preparation. Previously, this figure was around 40%, but as Amanova noted, despite the improvement to 50%, this is clearly not enough. "In Bishkek and Osh, out of 1,000 graduates, half do not pass the test, and this could lead to 500 of them ending up in labor migration," she emphasized.

02.02.2026, 12:30
More than 20,000 laptops were handed over to elementary school teachers
Education

More than 20,000 laptops were handed over to elementary school teachers

As part of the event held today, 20,286 laptops under the brand "Altyn Kazyq" were handed over to primary school teachers across the country, which will significantly improve the quality and interactivity of the educational process. According to the press service of the Ministry of Education, among the participants of the event were the Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, the First Deputy Minister Mukhtarbek Baymurzaev, the Director of the "Technopark" of KGTU

02.02.2026, 12:28
Education

In the villages of Kyrgyzstan, libraries will be merged with schools, - Ministry of Culture

In some rural areas of Kyrgyzstan, functioning libraries are, in fact, not operational. Deputy Rustambek uulu stated at a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Science that local residents often find libraries closed when they want to read. Deputy Minister of Culture Marat Tagaev confirmed that there are indeed libraries in rural areas, but the ministry conducted an analysis which showed that many of them do not function properly, and librarians are merely receiving salaries. In

02.02.2026, 11:54
Education

The Ministry of Education has suspended the activities of the accreditation agency "Bilim Standart"

On January 30, a meeting of the National Accreditation Council took place with the participation of Deputy Minister of Education Albert Makmetkulov. According to information provided by the ministry's press service, a decision was made to suspend the accreditation of the agency "Bilim Standart" for a period of 6 months. This decision is due to the fact that previously identified serious violations in its work have not been rectified, and some obligations specified by the National

02.02.2026, 10:12
Education

A new building will be constructed in Bishkek next to school No. 46

A new building is planned to be constructed in Bishkek, which will be located next to secondary school No. 46, reports the Ministry of Construction. As part of the program to build 20 new schools in the capital by 2026, this project includes the construction of a new wing for school No. 46.

01.02.2026, 23:31
Education

A school for 750 students will be built in Oskon-Ordo

In the residential area of Oskon-Ordo, a school for 750 students will be built, as reported by the Ministry of Construction. This project is part of an ambitious plan that spans until 2026 and includes the construction of 20 educational institutions in Bishkek. Nurdan Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, conducted a review of the projects and sites where new facilities are planned to be built in the capital.

01.02.2026, 22:59
Education

A school for 750 students will be built in the Kar-Jyghach residential area.

A new school for 750 students is planned to be built in Kara-Jygach. It will serve as an additional building for secondary school No. 91, as reported by the Ministry of Construction. The Minister of Construction, Nurdana Oruntaev, along with heads of relevant departments, reviewed the projects and construction sites of 20 new schools that are planned to be built in Bishkek.

01.02.2026, 08:27
Education

A New School Will Be Built in the Kok-Zhar Ayil Okmotu

The Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, along with the heads of the relevant departments, reviewed the projects and construction sites of social facilities planned in Bishkek. According to the Ministry of Construction, it is expected that 20 new schools will be built in Bishkek by 2026. The financing for these facilities will be provided from the republican budget.

31.01.2026, 16:30
Education

The Minister of Science and Education of Kyrgyzstan and the Ambassador of Hungary Discussed Cooperation Issues

The Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations Gulzat Isamatova met with the Ambassador of Hungary to Kyrgyzstan, Sandor Dorogi. In a press release from the ministry, it is noted that during the meeting, the current state and future directions of cooperation in the fields of science, higher education, and innovations were discussed. Participants talked about possible joint activities planned for 2026, as well as issues of academic mobility and strengthening ties between universities.

31.01.2026, 11:00
Education

GKNB: A meeting of the Board of Trustees was held at KRSU

At the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University named after B.N. Yeltsin, a meeting of the Board of Trustees took place, attended by Kamchybek Tashiev, who holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). The meeting was opened by Kamchybek Tashiev himself, the chairman of the Board of Trustees. During the meeting, the participants summarized the university's activities for the year 2025 and discussed development

30.01.2026, 22:25
In Bishkek, the development of student farms was discussed
Education

In Bishkek, the development of student farms was discussed

In Bishkek, on January 29, a seminar was held organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in collaboration with the Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic. This event was part of a project aimed at "Assessing and improving the institutional structure in the field of school nutrition." Participants of the seminar included representatives from various departments, including the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture and

30.01.2026, 17:59
Education

Professor Evgenia Lushikhina has passed away

On January 29, at the age of 87, Doctor of Agricultural Sciences, Professor Evgeniya Mikhailovna Lushikhina passed away, reports the press service of the National Academy of Sciences. Evgeniya Mikhailovna was born on April 7, 1940.

30.01.2026, 17:51
Education

A tourism school is planned to be built in the Ak-Suisky district.

A meeting took place at the Ministry of Education between Minister Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva and Michael Mattiaschitz, a representative of the Federal Ministry of Finance of Austria. According to the information from the ministry's press service, this meeting was a continuation of the online event held on January 27, which involved the Austrian Agency for Economic Cooperation and Development, as well as partner organizations and educational institutions from Austria.

30.01.2026, 16:41
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A new school opened in the village of Ber-Bulak in the Alamedin district. Photo

The solemn opening ceremony of the new school named after O. Tursumatov took place on January 30 in the village of Ber-Bulak, Alamudun district, Chui region. High-ranking guests attended the event, including the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services Nurdin Oruntaev and the Presidential Representative in the Chui region Azamat Osmonov. Local officials, educators, students, and residents of the village were also present at the opening.

30.01.2026, 16:28
Education

In Kara-Balta, plans are underway to build a kindergarten and a school

The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turghunbek uulu, along with members of the "Ata-Jurt" parliamentary group, visited the city of Kara-Balta. According to the press service of the parliament, the delegation examined the building of school No. 5, which was privatized in 2011 and returned to state ownership in 2018.

30.01.2026, 12:45
In the Ministry of Education, the interim monitoring of 12-year education was discussed
Education

In the Ministry of Education, the interim monitoring of 12-year education was discussed

On January 29, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Education, chaired by Minister Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva. It was attended by deputy ministers, as well as heads of subordinate organizations and representatives of donor structures. During the meeting, the interim monitoring and analytical assessment of the implementation of 12-year education based on the results of the first half of the year were discussed.

30.01.2026, 10:47
Education

The issue of constructing an additional floor or a new building for Art School No. 4 is being considered.

The mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, along with his deputies, inspected the educational institutions of the city. During their inspection, they visited the Children's Art School No. 4, where they discussed plans for the construction of an additional floor or a new building next to the current one. The mayor instructed to conduct a seismic safety study of the structure at the Institute of Seismology and emphasized the importance of creating an accessible environment for people with

29.01.2026, 21:29
Education

Capital Kindergarten No. 4 Checked Due to Parents' Complaints

On January 29, the Deputy Mayor of Bishkek, Victoria Mozgacheva, conducted an on-site inspection of preschool institution No. 4 in response to parents' complaints. According to information provided by the press service of the mayor's office, serious violations in the organization of children's nutrition were identified during the inspection. In particular, discrepancies were found between the dishes served and the approved menu, as well as the absence of control dishes and daily

29.01.2026, 19:56
Education

The Minister of Science and Education of Kyrgyzstan and the Ambassador of China Discussed Cooperation

On January 27, the Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovation of Kyrgyzstan, Gulzat Isamatova, held a meeting with the Ambassador of China to the country, Liu Jiangping. According to the press service of the Ministry of Science, the parties discussed the current state and prospects of cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and China in the fields of science, higher education, and innovation.

29.01.2026, 18:52
Education

In Bishkek, the quality of education and safety in schools were discussed

On January 29, a meeting was held in Bishkek, organized by the Department of Education of the city administration, for the directors of urban schools. The press service of the Bishkek city administration confirmed this information. At the event, Gulmira Akmatova, head of the Department of Quality Control in Education and Methodological Support, presented an analytical report that reviewed the results for the year 2025. The document addressed issues related to the control of the educational and

29.01.2026, 17:22
Education

Courses for Professional Development are Being Organized for Short-Term Kindergarten Educators

On January 28, a round table was held at the Ministry of Education dedicated to issues of preschool education. According to the press service of the ministry, representatives from various organizations participated in the event, including the Ministry of Education, the Department of Education of Bishkek, the Kyrgyz Academy of Education, and the Republican Institute for Advanced Training and Retraining of Educational Workers. Also present were educators from short-term kindergartens and

29.01.2026, 16:02
Education

The Ministry of Education has selected textbook developers for three subjects

The Ministry of Education organized a competition aimed at selecting authors and developers for the creation of new generation textbooks in connection with the transition to a 12-year education model. The competition was held in two stages, covering the subjects of "Kyrgyz Language" (grades 1–12), "Geography," and "History" (grades 7–12).

29.01.2026, 15:55
Education

Construction near School No. 66 is causing traffic jams, - Deputy

The construction of a new grocery store in Vostok-5, near school No. 66, is causing traffic problems. This was stated by Deputy Dastan Bekeshev during a parliamentary session on January 29. He noted that there are already many traffic jams in Bishkek. “I support entrepreneurial initiatives; however, when issuing construction permits, it is necessary to consider various factors: the presence of traffic jams, greenery, and other important issues. It is also important to take into account the

29.01.2026, 13:44
Education

In Bishkek, compliance with sanitary standards was checked at school No. 8: Measures will be taken against the administration.

On January 28, the Deputy Mayor of Bishkek, Victoria Mozgacheva, and the Director of the Department of Education, Rakhmat Musaev, conducted an on-site inspection at school No. 8 based on reports of non-compliance with sanitary standards. According to the press service of the mayor's office, during the inspection of the educational premises, discrepancies with the current sanitary requirements were found. As a result, the school administration was instructed to carry out thorough

29.01.2026, 12:28
Education

In Bishkek, the kindergarten "Balastan" No. 69 was inspected

In Bishkek, an inspection of the nursery-kindergarten "Balastan" No. 69 took place. According to the press service of the city hall, the visit to the facility was attended by the chairman of the Bishkek City Commission Bekzhan Usenaliev and Vice Mayor Viktoria Mozgacheva.

29.01.2026, 12:25
Education

Violations Identified at the Private School "Creative Taalim," - Bishkek City Hall

On January 28, with the participation of the Vice Mayor of Bishkek, Victoria Mozgacheva, and in response to the appeals of city residents, an inspection was conducted at the private school "Creative Taalim." The press service of the mayor's office informs that during the inspection, significant violations of safety standards were identified on the premises of the educational institution. In particular, there was unrestricted access to the boiler room, which is a high-risk area,

28.01.2026, 23:54
Education

History teachers from the Alay District raised the issue of equalizing salary coefficients.

History teachers from the Alay district of the Osh region raised the issue of equalizing salary coefficients. This was reported in a comment to Turmush by the head of the history teachers' section in the Alay district, Kenjegul Sulaymanova. According to her, educators sent a request to the Minister of Education, Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, proposing to align the coefficients used for the salaries of history teachers with those of primary school teachers and teachers of natural sciences.

28.01.2026, 19:57
Education

Deputy of the BGK requests to consider replacing the construction project of a kindergarten in the residential area of Bakai-Ata

At the meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on municipal property and land use on January 28, Deputy Kazybek Ergeshov from the "Yntymak" faction proposed to consider the possibility of replacing the kindergarten project in the residential area of Bakai-Ata. According to the head of the Capital Construction Department, Ermek Arymbaev, the kindergarten project was completed; however, there were comments that hindered its passing through the expertise. Because

28.01.2026, 19:14