On December 25, the Jogorku Kenesh approved the candidacy of Gulzat Isamatova for the position of Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations. The presentation of her candidacy was made by President Sadyr Japarov.
In the village of Shoron, located in the Aiyl district of Kok-Jar, there is a lack of necessary social infrastructure, which became a topic of discussion at the People's Kurultai, where a delegate from the Nookat district spoke. According to her, local residents are forced to send their children to educational institutions located in neighboring villages. The village has about 2000 residents, and they are urgently requesting the construction of a school.
Deputy Umbetaly Kydyraliev expressed concern regarding the existence of fines for missed subjects in universities at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 25. Acting Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovation Gulzat Isamatova confirmed the existence of such practices in some educational institutions.
During the IV People's Kurultai, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, delivered a speech in which he announced the online opening of 94 new social and production facilities across the country. According to the press service of the Bishkek city administration, 5 social facilities and 1 industrial facility were opened in the capital.
At the meeting of the People's Kurultai on December 25, Islam Akhmedov proposed to introduce a ban on the use of mobile phones by children in educational institutions such as schools and kindergartens. In his opinion, excessive dependence on mobile devices can lead to serious negative consequences. He noted that similar measures are already successfully implemented in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.
Deputy Zhyldyz Egenberdieva, at the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 25, drew attention to the need to increase scholarships for students. She noted that President Sadyr Japarov announced at the Kurultai plans to increase teachers' salaries by 100% by 2026. Egenberdieva believes that a similar approach should be applied to students to ensure their motivation to study.
During the discussion, she noted that Kyrgyzstan is facing a personnel shortage and proposed to implement a bill that would require budget-funded graduates to work in state institutions. Deputy Gulya Kozhokulova believes that graduates should sign contracts with the government, which would help address the problem of the lack of qualified personnel. Additionally, Kozhokulova appealed to the Acting Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations, Gulzat Isamatova, with a request to return
In the village of Komsomol, where there is a school with 250 places, 1100 children study in three shifts. This was reported on December 25 by Urmatbek Albanov, a delegate of the People's Kurultai from Sokuluk. The delegate also expressed concern about the lack of a school in the village of Ak-Jol in the Manas rural administration, inquiring when construction would begin.
During the fourth people's Kurultai, held on December 25, Bektur Abdykalikov, head of the Association of Kyrgyz Students in Korea, proposed to introduce a charter school system in Kyrgyzstan on behalf of compatriots from the USA and Canada. He noted that there is a high occupancy rate in public educational institutions, which often leads to low quality of education. Many families cannot afford private school tuition due to financial constraints.
In Bishkek, at school No. 83, the number of students in the class exceeds 40, reported the delegate of the People's Kurultai from the Pervomaisky district, Ashimbek Nazarbaev, on December 25 at a Kurultai meeting. He called on the president to build additional schools and kindergartens in the capital.
"The scientific potential of the Academy of Sciences is not being fully utilized," noted Deputy Gulya Kozhokulova during a session of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 25. "There are many scientific institutions and institutes in the country, but when discussing legislative proposals, we do not receive conclusions from our experts at the Academy of Sciences. We have a significant number of scientific developments that remain unclaimed, especially in the field of water resources.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 25, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev expressed his dissatisfaction with the situation in universities. Currently, the candidacy of Gulzat Isamatova for the position of Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations is being discussed in parliament.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 25, deputy Tabyldy Muratbekov expressed the opinion that students, faced with high tuition fees at universities, end up working instead of studying. In his view, it is necessary to adopt international practices that provide for preferential loans to cover educational expenses. This way, graduates will be able to repay the loan within five years.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 25, Deputy Suyunbek Omurzakov proposed that students who do not attend classes should be expelled. He emphasized the need to abandon the practice of imposing fines for absences. "Teachers cannot conduct individual lectures for those who are absent. It is not worth charging money for absences. If a student did not come to class — that is grounds for expulsion. Implement such a system," Omurzakov said, addressing Acting Minister Gulzat
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 25, deputy Ilimbek Kubanychbekov reported that the difference in the cost of subjects when transferring from colleges to universities, as well as between universities, has increased to 120 soms. Previously, this figure was 60 soms. He noted that many parents are expressing concern about the high price of credit hours, considering the costs of education at universities. The deputy also emphasized the need to improve staff training, adding that
Gulzat Isamatova, acting Minister of Science, Higher Education and Innovations, noted that the fees for missed classes are set individually by each private university. At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 25, she clarified that in most universities there is a practice of charging for missed classes if there is a valid reason. For example, if the bachelor's program requires 60 credits per year at a contract cost of 60,000 soms, the amount is divided by the number of credits,
At an extraordinary meeting held on December 25, the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Science, Education, Innovative Development, Information Technologies, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs discussed the appointment of Gulzat Isamatova to the position of Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations. During the discussion, deputies, including Rustambek uulu Sovatbek, Bolot Sagynayev, Gulai Mashrapova, Saltanat Amanova, and Seidbek Atambaev, under the leadership of Chairperson
"Education is not just about schools; it is a whole ecosystem. Our task is to transform universities into knowledge centers where research and innovations will contribute to the country's transition to a knowledge economy," noted President Sadyr Japarov on December 25 during the People's Kurultai. He also emphasized that innovative hubs, technoparks, and business incubators will be created at universities, providing young people with the opportunity to launch startups,
A presentation of the new acting minister, Gulzat Isamatova, took place at the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations. Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Edil Baisalov also attended the event, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Science.
"Health is the foundation of a person, and education is its wings. A strong citizen is the support of the state, and an educated one is its future," noted President Sadyr Japarov on December 25 at the fourth People's Kurultai. According to him, education is one of the key elements necessary for the development of the state and human capital.
As of today, artificial intelligence poses the greatest threat, noted the speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, in his speech at the fourth people's kurultai on December 25. In his opinion, the rapid integration of technology into people's daily lives raises serious concerns. Turgunbek uulu emphasized the need for the development of new technologies and innovations, as well as the importance of taking precautionary measures to minimize potential harm from artificial
Gulzat Ilebaeva, a teacher from the village of Maman, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, has dedicated her life to working in a children's education center for two decades. Her total experience in pedagogy is 22 years.
According to the signed decree, Gulzat Tynibekovna Isamatova is now performing the duties of the Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations. Her candidacy is planned to be submitted to the Jogorku Kenesh for further approval for the position of head of the Ministry of Science.
Vice Mayor Azamat Kadyrov reported that in Bishkek, funds have been allocated from the republican budget for the construction of 32 schools in 2026, as was announced at the public hearings on the new general plan project. In addition, he noted that with the support of the Saudi Development Fund, it is also planned to build 12 additional schools in the capital.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Bekmurza Ergeshov emphasized the need for the construction of a new school in the On-Adyr microdistrict of the city of Osh. He noted that the population of this microdistrict is about 80,000 people, while there are only 10 schools operating in the area, with an average of 50-60 students enrolled in each.
Within the framework of the Constitution, Kyrgyzstan ensures access to school education for all children, while the study of the Kyrgyz (state) language maintains its primary importance, which continues to strengthen, said Edil Baisalov on December 24 at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. According to him, "the state provides all necessary resources for the study of the state language, including the development and publication of textbooks in accordance with the curriculum. However,
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Eldar Sulaymanov reported on the need to construct a new building for school No. 21 named after N. Isanov, located in the Aravan district. He noted that there is currently a project that provides for 200 additional places. At the moment, students are studying in three shifts.
The Ministry of Education has initiated a request for additional financial resources from the Ministry of Finance in connection with the transition to a 12-year educational system. This was reported by Minister Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. She noted that the implementation of the basic curriculum requires 1 billion 434 million soms, 1 billion 428 million 231 thousand soms is needed for preschool education, 530 million soms for primary education, and 139 million
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 24, Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev spoke about the progress of major cultural projects that are ongoing in Kyrgyzstan in 2025. As part of the discussion on the national budget being reviewed by parliament, 465 million soms have been allocated for the modernization of the material and technical base of cultural institutions in 2025. In the previous year, 2024, 952 million soms were allocated for these purposes.
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At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev announced that in 2026, the construction of 20 new schools is planned in Bishkek. In addition, the city of Osh is set to have 10 educational institutions built, and in Manas — 6 new schools. Kasymaliev noted that several new schools have already been opened since 2023, but this is not enough. "All emergency schools will be repaired," he added. He also mentioned that in 2025, books were
According to Jalilov, classes in schools are held in three shifts, and there are 50-60 children in the classrooms, with three students sitting at one desk. The Minister of Education, Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, noted that an official letter had been sent to the Ministry of Education requesting the construction of 4 additional buildings to the existing schools and the erection of 2 new ones.
During a joint meeting of several committees of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Nilufar Alimjanova asked Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev about plans for the construction of student dormitories by 2026. The committees met to discuss draft laws related to the republican budget.
At a joint meeting of several committees of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 23, Deputy Kunduzbek Sulaymanov stated that the salary of methodologists in urban and district education departments is 12,000 soms. The discussion concerned issues related to the republican budget.
In 2025, 25 kindergarten buildings that had been illegally privatized were returned to state ownership. This is stated in the report of the Ministry of Education, summarized at the end of the year. This year, 91 new preschool education institutions were opened, among which 32 were built from scratch.
Deputy of the Bishkek City Council Zhibek Sharapova raised an important issue regarding the implementation of inclusive education at the session held on December 23. This discussion took place within the framework of the Social Protection Development Program for the city of Bishkek for 2026-2028. Sharapova inquired about the specific projects that the city administration would rely on during the implementation of this initiative. In response to her question, Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva
During the session of the Bishkek City Council held on December 23, Vice Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva announced that at least 10 kindergartens will be built in the capital every year. She also noted that a home schooling program has been implemented, and this year a pilot testing of the voucher system has started. Currently, a new kindergarten has opened in the Muras-Ordo neighborhood in the lower zone of the city. At the same time, major repairs are being carried out on kindergartens that were
At a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh, Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva announced that the coverage of children in kindergartens in the country is 50.3%. Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev added that there is a plan to increase this figure to 80%.
In 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers will focus efforts on emergency schools, as reported by Chairman Adylbek Kasymaliev during a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh. Deputy Ulanbek Zhaanbaev (district No. 4) noted that one of the schools in the rural municipality of Gulistan is in an emergency state and has been forced to close.
Deputy Zhanibek Abirov, at a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 23, reported the need for a new school to be built in the village of Orok. According to him, there is only one school operating in the village, which is insufficient. Moreover, the building does not meet seismic requirements, necessitating an expert assessment. "We are working with the mayor's office, but they claim there is no land available for new construction. As a result, children have
The Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations plans to discuss the possibility of introducing fines for absence from classes at universities. This information was announced on December 23 during a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh. Deputy Dastan Bekeshev (District No. 22) noted that since 2025, the cost of contract education at universities has significantly increased, and penalties for absences are on the horizon.
In Bishkek, by 2026, the construction of 20 schools financed from the republican budget is planned. This was announced by the first deputy mayor, Mirlan Baigonchokov, who provided the information at a session of the Bishkek city council on December 23. Additionally, he noted that an investment project will begin, under which 12 schools will be built using funds from the Saudi fund.
As a result of the work on Resolution No. 257 dated May 15, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers approved a new State Educational Standard "Preschool Education and Child Care." Within this framework, a Program was created, aimed at children aged 1 to 6 years, as indicated in the Ministry of Education's report for 2025. Additionally, a Tool for assessing early development was developed, which covers children aged 4-5 years and includes a development map, methodological recommendations,
According to the report from the Ministry of Education, in 1997, the number of children in standard full-day kindergartens amounted to 257.3 thousand. This is an increase of 23.4 thousand children and 85 kindergartens compared to 2024.
The future of Kyrgyzstan begins in the classroom, not in offices and strategies, noted Edil Baisalov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, during the republican pedagogical conference. According to him, the teacher is at the center of this classroom.
The school system of Kyrgyzstan will receive modern equipment that meets the requirements of the 21st century. This was stated by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Edil Baisalov, at the republican pedagogical meeting. According to Baisalov, in 2024, by the president's directive, all teachers without exception will receive personal laptops.
At the republican pedagogical meeting, Edil Baysalov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, spoke about the upcoming transformations in teaching work over the next one to two years. He noted: "We will discuss the creation of an institute for teacher assistants and other organizational measures so that educators can focus on their core tasks — working with children and conducting lessons."
The question of who bears the primary responsibility for raising children—parents or teachers—often sparks debates in society. Edil Baysalov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, expressed his views on this topic at a republican pedagogical conference. He noted that this debate is familiar to many and is understandable.