A record number of schools have been built in Astana.

Astana has achieved a remarkable milestone by constructing a record number of schools. At the beginning of the academic year, 18 schools were officially opened. Some of these were developed as part of the national project "Comfortable School." This information was shared by the mayor of Astana, Zhenis Kasymbek, during a briefing at the Central Communications Service, as reported by the official website of the city administration.

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The mayor noted that with the increase in population, there is a growing demand for social facilities.

"As you are aware, we have significantly boosted the construction of social facilities. For instance, during the upcoming school year, 18 schools have already been built. Eleven of these were commissioned by the head of state as part of the national project 'Comfortable School,' " said the capital's akim, Zhenis Kasymbek.

Educational institutions are being constructed in all districts of the city, including residential areas. For example, in December, a new model school was opened in the Urker residential area. This educational facility is designed for 4,000 student places over two shifts. Currently, children at school-latice No. 69 in this residential area are studying in three shifts. Thus, the new school will address the issue of overcrowding. Children will begin attending the new school in the third quarter.

In total, as part of the national project 'Comfortable School,' 24 new-format schools will be built from 2024 to 2025. These educational institutions will create approximately 90,000 student places over two shifts.

In Astana, several more schools are planned to be opened by the end of this year. Preparations are also underway for the following years. For instance, in 2025, plans are in place to construct and commission more than 20 additional schools.