In Kyrgyzstan's urban centers, the choice of a child's first school is rarely just about academic quality—it is a calculation of social survival and cultural identity. Recent data from the Ministry of Education shows that of the 147,000 children entering first grade this year, 40% enrolled in Russian-language classes, reflecting a persistent demand for Russian education in Bishkek and other major cities.
However, a shift is emerging within the p…
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