Education System in Kazakhstan
by Darina Maitamal
by Darina Maitamal
Improving the education system in Kazakhstan has become a top priority for the government in recent years. The Ministry of Education and Science has been actively working on modernizing educational standards, integrating new technologies, and expanding access to quality education. These efforts have already brought significant results, though challenges remain that demand continuous attention and further reforms.
Statistics show a substantial increase in preschool education coverage. According to the Ministry of Education, as of 2023, around 98% of children aged 3 to 6 are attending kindergarten, a significant rise from less than 70% a decade ago. This improvement is due to the opening of new kindergartens, including private ones, and the introduction of alternative forms of early childhood education.
Primary and secondary education in Kazakhstan is also undergoing transformation. Digital technologies are being actively integrated, and by 2021, about 90% of schools had internet access, a critical step in facilitating distance learning during the pandemic. However, approximately 60% of schools are still located in rural areas, where the quality of education remains lower than in urban regions. This highlights the need for further investment in rural schools, including improving infrastructure and upgrading teacher training.
Another critical milestone has been the increase in education funding. Official data show that in 2022, over 7% of Kazakhstan’s GDP was allocated to the education sector, a relatively high figure compared to other countries in the region. These funds are being used not only to improve infrastructure but also to raise teacher salaries, which has helped attract more young professionals to the field. In 2021, the average teacher salary rose by 25%, and this upward trend continues.
Despite the progress, Kazakhstan’s education system still faces significant challenges. For example, international PISA studies reveal that Kazakhstani students lag behind their peers from developed countries in terms of functional literacy. In 2018, Kazakhstan ranked 69th out of 79 participating countries, indicating the need for further reforms in general secondary education.
One of the key goals is to improve teaching quality and develop critical thinking skills among students. A crucial step in this direction has been the introduction of a new assessment system, designed to foster analytical and creative thinking rather than just memorization. Additionally, the vocational education system must be further refined to better meet the demands of the modern economy.
In conclusion, Kazakhstan is making substantial efforts to modernize its education system. While statistics show a positive trajectory, much work remains to be done. Improving education quality requires a comprehensive approach, from infrastructure investment to curriculum reform, in order to equip the next generation of Kazakhstani youth with the skills they need to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
Источники:
https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu?lang=ru
https://stat.gov.kz/
https://www.oecd.org/pisa/
https://ru.unesco.org/themes/education
Майтамал Дарина
студентка Университета Туран
Statistics show a substantial increase in preschool education coverage. According to the Ministry of Education, as of 2023, around 98% of children aged 3 to 6 are attending kindergarten, a significant rise from less than 70% a decade ago. This improvement is due to the opening of new kindergartens, including private ones, and the introduction of alternative forms of early childhood education.
Primary and secondary education in Kazakhstan is also undergoing transformation. Digital technologies are being actively integrated, and by 2021, about 90% of schools had internet access, a critical step in facilitating distance learning during the pandemic. However, approximately 60% of schools are still located in rural areas, where the quality of education remains lower than in urban regions. This highlights the need for further investment in rural schools, including improving infrastructure and upgrading teacher training.
Another critical milestone has been the increase in education funding. Official data show that in 2022, over 7% of Kazakhstan’s GDP was allocated to the education sector, a relatively high figure compared to other countries in the region. These funds are being used not only to improve infrastructure but also to raise teacher salaries, which has helped attract more young professionals to the field. In 2021, the average teacher salary rose by 25%, and this upward trend continues.
Despite the progress, Kazakhstan’s education system still faces significant challenges. For example, international PISA studies reveal that Kazakhstani students lag behind their peers from developed countries in terms of functional literacy. In 2018, Kazakhstan ranked 69th out of 79 participating countries, indicating the need for further reforms in general secondary education.
One of the key goals is to improve teaching quality and develop critical thinking skills among students. A crucial step in this direction has been the introduction of a new assessment system, designed to foster analytical and creative thinking rather than just memorization. Additionally, the vocational education system must be further refined to better meet the demands of the modern economy.
In conclusion, Kazakhstan is making substantial efforts to modernize its education system. While statistics show a positive trajectory, much work remains to be done. Improving education quality requires a comprehensive approach, from infrastructure investment to curriculum reform, in order to equip the next generation of Kazakhstani youth with the skills they need to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
Источники:
https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu?lang=ru
https://stat.gov.kz/
https://www.oecd.org/pisa/
https://ru.unesco.org/themes/education
Майтамал Дарина
студентка Университета Туран
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