Uzbekistan has introduced a government-backed subsidy scheme allowing private schools to receive state payments if they open special correction classes for children with special educational needs. The new procedure was approved by a government decree and applies to private schools providing services in Tashkent, regional centers, Nukus and other districts and cities. Under the rules, the monthly subsidy will be calculated separately for each child, while the number of pupils in a correction class must not exceed 12. The measure is intended to expand access to quality education for children with special educational needs and to encourage private providers to participate in inclusive education.
Key Takeaways: In Tashkent, the monthly subsidy will be 11 base calculation units, or 4.84 million soums per child; in regional centers and Nukus it will be 9.5 base units, or 4.18 million soums; and in other districts and cities it will be 8.5 base units, or 3.74 million soums. Applications must be submitted through the YAMIX system to the territorial education authority and will be reviewed within one working day.
The decision fits into a broader effort to develop inclusive education in Uzbekistan and to create alternative pathways for children with special educational needs. In recent years, the government has taken steps to improve access to schooling and to encourage greater involvement of non-state providers in education. Private schools can complement the public network, but they often require predictable funding to maintain specialised classes, qualified staff and appropriate learning conditions. The regional differentiation of subsidies reflects differences in the cost of services: Tashkent and large urban centers face higher operating costs, while smaller districts may need stronger incentives to open new classes. The scheme therefore combines financial support with an effort to broaden the geographical reach of inclusive education.
The decree sets out the application process in detail. A private school must submit a request through the YAMIX system to the territorial department at the location where it provides educational services. The application is to be reviewed within one working day, and if there are no grounds for refusal, the parties sign a contract. The monthly subsidy is calculated individually for each child, which is meant to improve the targeting of state support. The cap of 12 pupils per correction class is expected to preserve more individual attention and suitable pedagogical conditions. The rules also give private schools a formal legal basis for organising correction classes and receiving state support, while leaving implementation and verification to the relevant authorities.
The next stage will involve private schools submitting applications, territorial departments reviewing documents and contracts being signed. How the scheme works in practice will depend on the number of participating schools, the regional distribution of classes and the effectiveness of monitoring. Education specialists note that funding alone is not enough for quality inclusive education; teacher training, special methodologies, accessible infrastructure and child support services are also essential. Further official explanations and reporting requirements may follow as the government assesses the first results. The initial rollout will show whether the subsidy encourages sustainable expansion of special-needs education in the private sector.
Source: podrobno.uz