Administration requested actions to bolster support for independent preschools
** Private Preschool Funding in Kazakhstan: Current Scenario and Insights**
It seems that the funding situation for private preschool organizations in Kazakhstan is under scrutiny, as indicated by the recent parliamentary discussion.
Deputy Dariya Nazarbayeva raised concerns about the implementation of the state educational order in private preschools, particularly their insufficient funding. In a query to Prime Minister Askar Mamin, she pointed out that while budget applications for additional funding from the republican budget were submitted, no transfers were allocated.
The government has taken steps to support these private preschools, including tax exemptions, state orders without actual attendance to cover losses, and wage supplements. However, regional akimats facing local budget deficits have not received the corresponding targeted current transfers from the republican budget this year.
Nazarbayeva questioned why funding was not considered when adjusting the republican budget for 2021 andExpression asking if additional funds will be allocated to the aforementioned regions this year.
While specific details about the current budget situation are sparse, some broader trends can be gleaned. For instance, in Kazakhstan, private sources account for a significant portion of higher education funding, at around 70% of total expenditure[1]. This could imply that private education institutions, including preschools, might have to heavily rely on private funding sources.
Moreover, the impact of demographic growth on preschool and primary education infrastructure is being analyzed, which could potentially influence future funding priorities[2]. Furthermore, Kazakhstan has recovered $1.2 billion in assets, which is being diverted towards social infrastructure projects, potentially including education-related initiatives[3]. However, specific allocations for private preschools are yet to be disclosed.
For a more profound understanding of the budget applications and transfers specifically for private preschool organizations, it would be advisable to consult official government publications orcontact relevant local authorities in Kazakhstan.
- The insufficient funding of private preschools in Kazakhstan is causing concern among parliament members, such as Deputy Dariya Nazarbayeva.
- Despite budget applications for additional funding from the republican budget being submitted, no transfers have been allocated.
- The government has implemented measures like tax exemptions, state orders without actual attendance, and wage supplements to support private preschools, yet regional akimats have not received the corresponding targeted transfers this year.
- Nazarbayeva questions why funding was not considered when adjusting the republican budget for 2021, and whether additional funds will be allocated to the relevant regions this year.
- As private sources account for approximately 70% of total higher education funding in Kazakhstan, it may be inferred that private education institutions, including preschools, heavily rely on private funding sources.
