School enrollment: 59,000 places remain open in first grades

Schools across Kyrgyzstan are preparing to welcome approximately 134,000 new students into the first grade for the 2026/2027 academic year. This figure represents a significant portion of the total enrollment quota set for the republic.

In the capital city, Bishkek, around 25,000 children have been enrolled. Of these, 13,200 are in classes taught in the Kyrgyz language, and 11,700 are in Russian-language classes. Currently, about 1,500 spots remain available in Bishkek's first-grade classrooms.

Nationwide, the total enrollment quota stands at 193,300 students. This leaves a substantial 59,000 places unfilled across the country. The electronic registration process for first grade began on April 1st. Initially, enrollment was based on school districts, but parents can now register in schools with available spaces, regardless of their residential address.

Parents of enrolled children are required to submit original medical certificates regarding their health and vaccination status between August 4th and September 5th. The new academic year is scheduled to commence on September 15th.