First-class students in Kazakhstan will receive uniforms, shoes, and office supplies.
The upcoming 2025-2026 academic year in secondary schools across Kazakhstan is approaching, but key details such as start dates, exact durations, and vacation periods remain uncertain.
According to the Ministry of Education and Science of Kazakhstan, the academic year was officially announced on July 31, 2025. However, a comprehensive breakdown of the academic calendar has yet to be disclosed.
One resource, KIS, a school in Kazakhstan, has provided some insight. The academic year at KIS is set to end on June 16, 2026, with a half-day for students and the last working day for teachers on June 17, 2026. National holiday dates and government exam periods are expected to occur around this timeline, but specific start dates or breaks for secondary schools have not been detailed.
Based on common regional practice, it is likely that the academic year will commence in early September 2025 or possibly late August. The academic year is expected to run through mid-June 2026. Winter break, as observed in related academic calendars including KIS, is expected to extend from mid-December 2025 to early January 2026.
Unfortunately, no clear information on spring or summer vacation start dates is available, except for the school year ending in mid-June.
In addition to the academic calendar, the funding volume within the "All-Encompassing Education" fund for 2025 remains at the level of the previous year. The Ministry's document does not mention any changes in this regard.
Another significant piece of information released is the document titled "Entrance Exam for First Graders: What Children Should Know and Be Able to Do Before Enrollment." This document provides guidance on the skills and knowledge expected of children before they begin their formal education.
It's worth noting that the minimum assistance amount for a child in Kazakhstan for 2025 is 46,228 tenges, as stated in a separate document from the Ministry. However, there is no mention of any changes in this amount for the 2025-2026 academic year.
For those seeking more precise or official data on Kazakhstan's secondary education, it is recommended to consult the Kazakhstan Ministry of Education or official school calendars published closer to the school year.
The television channels might be discussing details about the upcoming academics, including the start dates or break periods for the secondary schools in Kazakhstan, as the precise information is still unknown. Additionally, educational and self-development channels could provide useful resources about the necessary skills and knowledge children should possess before starting formal education, as the Ministry has released a document titled "Entrance Exam for First Graders."
