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ARVI and influenza. In Kyrgyzstan, 65 kindergartens have been closed for quarantine and 5 schools have been transitioned to online learning.

Due to the increase in cases of ARVI and influenza in Kyrgyzstan, 65 kindergartens have been closed and 5 schools have switched to online learning. This information was provided by the Ministry of Health. Among the closed kindergartens in Bishkek, there are about 25, in the Chui region — approximately 40, and in the Osh region, 5 schools have transitioned to distance learning.

03.12.2025, 10:05
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In the Alamedin District, the building of the kindergarten "Golden Ear" and the land have been returned to the state.

According to information provided by the General Prosecutor's Office on December 3, the building of the kindergarten "Golden Spike" in the Alamudun district has returned to state ownership. An inspection conducted by the prosecutor's office revealed that both the kindergarten building and the adjacent land plot of 1 hectare were being used by private individuals without adhering to the necessary legal norms. These actions violated the procedure for the possession and use of

03.12.2025, 10:01
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A Center for the Kyrgyz Language and Manas Studies will Open at KRSU

On December 4, the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University named after B.N. Yeltsin will host the opening of the Center for the Kyrgyz Language and Manas Studies, as well as a thematic photo exhibition dedicated to the Day of the Epic "Manas". According to sources at KRSU, this university has become the first in Bishkek to create a comprehensive center focused on the study of the Kyrgyz language, the epic "Manas," and the tradition of storytelling.

03.12.2025, 09:56
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In Bishkek, 25 kindergartens are closed due to ARVI quarantine, - State Sanitary and Epidemiological Supervision

According to information provided by Dinara Otorbaeva, a specialist from the State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance Department, approximately 25 kindergartens in Bishkek have been closed for quarantine due to ARVI. In the Issyk-Ata district, the situation is more serious — over 30 educational institutions have been closed there. In Osh, precautionary measures are also being observed: 5 schools have been closed for quarantine, and in some educational institutions, certain classes have

02.12.2025, 19:27
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Construction of Secondary School No. 23 in Bishkek Continues

In Bishkek, the implementation of the new building project for secondary school No. 23 is actively ongoing, which will be located at: 281 Jibek Jolu Avenue. According to information provided by the city administration, the building will be a three-story complex with a basement. The total area will be 5,199.19 square meters, and the project anticipates accommodating 560 students.

02.12.2025, 13:47
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"In Bishkek, decisions on introducing quarantine in schools are made locally, - city hall"

In Bishkek, quarantine measures in educational institutions are determined at the local level, informs the city hall of the capital. Every day, the situation in general education schools is monitored. If necessary, and upon fulfilling all the requirements of the State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance Center, the city hall of Bishkek issues directives that lead to the introduction of quarantine for children.

02.12.2025, 10:47
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Salymbekov University has become a member of the Global Virtual Convergence College Alliance!

Salymbekov University has become a new member of the Global Virtual Convergence College Alliance, which unites leading educational institutions worldwide in the field of virtual and convergent learning. On November 25, 2025, the university's rector participated in a significant international event held at the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea. This event discussed current global trends in virtual education, and the rector presented examples of international cooperation between

01.12.2025, 17:46
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In Toktogul, a school has begun construction on the order of Tashiev: Minister Oruntaev checked the progress of the work

The Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, visited the Toktogul district as part of a working trip to the Jalal-Abad region, where he familiarized himself with the construction process of a new school in the Talasbay microdistrict. According to the press service of the Ministry, the initiator of the construction is the Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev.

01.12.2025, 10:42
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In the village of Zhalgyz-Terek in the Naryn region, a kindergarten for 100 children will be built.

In the Naryn region, in the village of Zhalgyz-Terek, the process of constructing a new kindergarten designed for 100 places has begun. This became known thanks to the tender announced by the Naryn regional capital construction management as part of the Department of Housing and Civil Construction. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, a budget of 1,632,385 soms has been allocated for the development of project and estimate documentation. The procurement method

30.11.2025, 16:33
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In the village of Tyup, a major renovation of the school is underway

In the village of Tyup, located in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, a major renovation of the V. Kaikin Secondary School is underway. This is the first such update in 47 years, as reported by the Ministry of Construction. Currently, the internal work has been completed, and the project has moved to the cleaning stage. The football field has been completely renovated, and landscaping of the school grounds is being carried out, where open areas for basketball and volleyball are being

28.11.2025, 16:41
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At Kindergarten No. 14 "Balastan," classes for parents on the role in children's upbringing were held

On November 25, an engaging session for parents took place at kindergarten No. 14 "Balastan," located in the Sverdlovsk district of Bishkek, dedicated to the theme "The Importance of Play in Child Development." This information was disseminated by the press service of the Bishkek city administration on November 28. Thirty-five parents interested in their children's development and interaction with educators participated in the event. The main goal of the sessions was to

28.11.2025, 11:11
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The Ministry of Science proposed a procedure for granting scholarships to graduates of the "Akylyman" lyceum in the amount of up to $50,000 for 1 year.

The Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations has presented for public discussion a draft resolution regarding the provision of state educational grants to graduates of the Presidential Lyceum "Akyiman". This document defines the rules for obtaining grants that can be used for education both at universities and colleges in Kyrgyzstan and abroad. The project was developed in accordance with the law "On Education," which grants graduates of the lyceum the right to

28.11.2025, 10:52
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The Situation with ARVI and Influenza. In Bishkek, on November 26, the level of children's absence in kindergartens was 25.5%

According to information received from the State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance Center, on November 26, the absenteeism rate of children in kindergartens in Bishkek was 25.5%. This corresponds to the seasonal norm. The State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance is monitoring 120 municipal schools in 2025, where the absenteeism rate of students as of November 24 was 9.3%. From November 25 to December 2, students will be studying in an online format.

27.11.2025, 18:28
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The distinguished educator of the USSR, Zhenish Otunchiev, has passed away.

On November 26, Жеңиш Отунчиев, a veteran of the educational system and an outstanding figure in public education of the USSR, passed away in Bishkek at the age of 82, reports the newspaper "Кут билим". Жеңиш Отунчиев was born on October 23, 1943, in the village of Kyzyl-Tuu, located in the Jumgal district. In 1967, he completed his studies at Kyrgyz State University, after which he began his career in education, progressing from a teacher to the head of the city education department

27.11.2025, 18:08
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Construction of kindergartens continues in the capital's residential areas of Ak-Orgo and Archa-Beshik.

In the capital districts of Ak-Orgo and Archa-Beshik, the construction of kindergartens is actively underway. The press service of the mayor's office reports that in the Ak-Orgo district, a two-story building is being erected on a land plot of 0.39 hectares, with a total area of 877 square meters. The new kindergarten, designed to meet modern requirements, will accommodate 280 children. Inside the facility, there are planned play and sleeping rooms, a cafeteria, a kitchen, a medical

27.11.2025, 10:06
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In Bishkek, teachers of ecology and tourism are being trained to create eco-areas in schools.

In Bishkek, seminars for teachers on ecology and tourism are being held, organized by the Republican Children's and Youth Center for Ecology, Local History, and Tourism under the Ministry of Education as part of the introduction of the 12-year education system. According to the ministry, the main goal of these seminars is to enhance the professional level of educators and improve their methodological skills.

27.11.2025, 09:48
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Tender announced for the construction of engineering networks to the school in Ak-Ordo for a total amount of 72.5 million soms

The Department of Housing and Civil Construction of the Ministry of Construction has announced a tender for the design of engineering networks for a school located in the residential area of Ak-Ordo in the village of Novopavlovka in Bishkek. According to the information posted on the state procurement website, the selected procurement method is unrestricted.

26.11.2025, 19:08
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Construction of 9 schools in Kyrgyzstan by Russia: 3 schools are set to open in 2027

Three out of nine educational institutions that Russia will build in Kyrgyzstan will start accepting students in 2027. This was stated by President Sadyr Japarov after meetings with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Vladimir Putin emphasized that Russia actively supports Kyrgyz educational institutions, regularly providing them with textbooks and methodological materials. As part of the "Russian Teacher Abroad" program, more than 150 educators have been sent to Kyrgyzstan.

26.11.2025, 17:01
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STEM and English Language Teachers Undergo Testing

The Department of Quality Education under the Ministry of Education has initiated a trial online testing for teachers. According to information provided by the ministry's press service, the testing involves educators teaching mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, geography, computer science, as well as English language.

26.11.2025, 14:37
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In Bishkek, the next steps for Kyrgyzstan were discussed following the World Summit on Social Development in Doha

On November 25, consultations were held in Bishkek to discuss further actions for Kyrgyzstan in light of the results of the second World Summit on Social Development, which took place in Doha from November 4 to 6. According to the press service of the Ministry of Education, the event was attended by Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov, Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, as well as representatives of various government structures and international organizations.

26.11.2025, 11:39
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Reform of Inclusive Education: Updated Rules for Psychological, Medical, and Pedagogical Consultation

The Ministry of Justice reports the introduction of an updated regulation on psychological, medical, and pedagogical consultation (PMPC), which elevates the system to a new level by replacing the outdated distribution model with a service-oriented approach focused on the needs of children and the involvement of their families. According to the new regulation:

26.11.2025, 09:13
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Gave an assignment to draw money, and the student just glued a 20-som bill onto a piece of paper — the story of teacher J. Mirzaev, who moved from Uzbekistan to Osh

Jamalidin Mirzaev, a 50-year-old resident of the village of Gulbaar in the Aravan district of the Osh region, creates amazing clay products. He was born in 1975 in the Andijan region of Uzbekistan. At the age of 14, he moved to Osh to continue his education and has since settled there permanently. He currently has two sons and two daughters.

25.11.2025, 18:32
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Violations Amounting to 32.6 Million Som Detected in the Education Departments of the Lenin and Sverdlovsk Districts - Audit for 2023

The Audit Chamber conducted an inspection of the expenses for the nutrition of children attending schools and preschool institutions managed by the Bishkek city mayor's office. As a result of the audit for 2023, violations totaling 32 million 607.2 thousand soms were identified, including the following cases: - In the Lenin district, underfunding of nutrition standards from a special account (formed from parents' donations) was discovered, amounting to 2 million 239.1 thousand soms; -

25.11.2025, 14:47
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A new school is being built in Kadamzhai for 119.5 million soms

In the village of Ak-Tilek, located in the rural district of Moldo-Niyaz in the Kadamjai region, the construction of general education school No. 83 "Ak-Tilek" has begun, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. This school will accommodate 375 student places, and the total cost of construction is 119 million 571 thousand 404 soms.

25.11.2025, 10:42
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The President granted the Academy of Public Administration special status and removed it from the subordination of the State Agency for Public Service.

President Sadyr Japarov issued decree No. 327, dated November 24, 2025, which grants the Jusup Abdrakhmanov Academy of Public Administration special powers. This document provides for the organizational, financial, and academic independence of the educational institution. According to the new decree, the academy is now not subordinate to the State Agency for Public Service and Local Self-Government, which is under the Cabinet of Ministers. A special legal regime is introduced, which will be in

25.11.2025, 09:04
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All schools in Kyrgyzstan where polling stations are located will switch to online learning on December 1.

Starting from December 1, all educational institutions in Kyrgyzstan that house polling stations will begin conducting classes in an online format. This was announced in a statement from the Ministry of Education. This decision was made due to the necessity of conducting a sanitary cleaning in the educational organizations where the polling stations are located.

24.11.2025, 18:51
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The Bishkek City Hall unjustifiably allocated 19.4 million soms to the G. Gmainera School in 2023, audit finds

In 2023, the Bishkek city administration allocated funding to the SOS educational complex named after G. Gmeiner in the amount of 19 million 486.9 thousand soms without sufficient grounds. This information was presented in the audit report of the Accounts Chamber regarding the execution of the capital city's budget. The SOS educational complex was established on April 15, 2010, as a result of joint efforts by the city administration and the public foundation "SOS Children's

24.11.2025, 17:07
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Russia has allocated 700 places in its universities for free education for Kyrgyz citizens. A competition has been announced.

The collection of documents for admission to higher educational institutions in Russia, funded by the federal budget, has been announced in accordance with the quota approved by the government of Russia for the 2026-2027 academic year. This was reported by the representative office of Rossotrudnichestvo in Bishkek. A total of 700 places have been allocated.

24.11.2025, 14:14
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All schools in Bishkek will be on online learning from November 25 to December 1, universities — November 25-27.

From November 25 to December 1, all schools in Bishkek will conduct classes in an online format. According to the city administration, this decision is related to the official events during the meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the CSTO, as well as taking into account the upcoming elections. This will allow educational institutions to prepare for the educational process and carry out the necessary sanitary measures.

24.11.2025, 13:29
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In Bishkek, the heads of the Department of Education and district education departments were awarded

At the event held by the Presidium of the Central Council of Defense-Sport Technical Organizations, the achievements of the employees of the capital's education system were recognized. The Director of the Education Department of the Bishkek City Hall, Rakhmat Musaev, was awarded the "Patriot of Kyrgyzstan Iskak Razzakov" order for active cooperation with defense-sport organizations and effective fulfillment of tasks defined by the charter. Also, the "Hero of the Soviet Union

24.11.2025, 11:46
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Inspection at School No. 37: Bishkek City Hall Responded to Students' Appeal to the President

The city administration conducted an inspection after a video appeared online in which students from school No. 37 called on President Sadyr Japarov to help with toilet issues. Victoria Mozgacheva, the deputy mayor of Bishkek, along with representatives from the Department of Education, the district administration, the school's management, and the parent committee, went to the school for the inspection.

24.11.2025, 08:40
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A seminar on enhancing capacity titled "The Role of Higher Education in Climate-Optimized Agriculture Issues in the CARS Region" was held at KNAU.

From November 19 to 21, a seminar was held at the Kyrgyz National Agrarian University named after K.I. Skryabin, dedicated to issues of enhancing the potential of higher education in climate-optimized agriculture in Central Asia. This event was organized as part of the Asian Development Bank's initiative aimed at developing green skills in the context of the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program. Representatives from Wageningen University (Netherlands) and agricultural

22.11.2025, 10:12
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A meeting with representatives of Hosan University took place at the Bishkek Music and Pedagogical Institute

Recently, a meeting was held at the T. Ermatov Bishkek Music Pedagogical Institute with representatives from Hosan University, located in Korea. According to sources at the institute, the delegation from Hosan University was led by Kim Song Mi, who holds the position of head of the international department. The team also included Bae Yong Ae and Choi Gi Chul, employees of the same department, as well as Song Kwon Suk, who is the director of the Kyungbuk Learning Center.

21.11.2025, 16:19