ALMATY, August 17 – Sputnik. In 2026, 380,000 children in Kazakhstan will go to first grade. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Sputnik Kazakhstan.
According to the Ministry of Education, this year the number of children entering first grade will be higher in Astana than in Almaty. This is despite the fact that the population of the capital is at least 600,000 people less than in Almaty.
It is worth noting that Almaty has a population of over 2.3 million, while Astana has 1.6 million. Nevertheless, it is expected that there will be more first-graders in Astana than in Almaty.
Among the regions, Turkestan region leads in the number of first-graders. This may be due to the high birth rate in the region.
These data are an important indicator of the readiness of Kazakhstan's education system. Schools continue preparations for the new academic year, and parents have already begun the process of enrolling their children in first grade.
In Kazakhstan, admission to first grade is usually conducted during the summer months, and the school year begins on September 1. The increase in the number of first-graders this year may require additional places in schools.
The Ministry of Education pays special attention to this issue, working to improve the material and technical base of schools and improve the qualifications of teachers.
In addition, information campaigns are being organized for parents of future first-graders. These campaigns include consultations on preparing children for school, paperwork, and other issues.
In Kazakhstan, the education sector receives special attention from the state. This is an important investment in the country's future. The increase in the number of first-graders is an indicator of demographic growth in the country.
It should be noted that these data are preliminary; exact figures will be known at the beginning of the school year. However, the ministry makes such forecasts to ensure preliminary preparation.
The development of the education system in Kazakhstan is one of the country's priorities. The state is implementing measures to modernize schools, update curricula, and increase teachers' salaries.
The increase in the number of first-graders will lead to an increased workload on schools. Therefore, the ministry is working on building new schools and opening additional classes.
In conclusion, in 2026, 380,000 children in Kazakhstan will go to first grade. This is an important indicator of the development of the education system in the country. Parents and schools continue preparations for the new school year.