Education is the primary driver of transformation in any country and the Government of Uzbekistan is committed to improving its education system through a comprehensive reform program that will expand access to preschool education. In addition, the curriculum for the primary and secondary education levels will be restructured to an 11-year compulsory education program. The revised curriculum will provide multiple pathways: for students transitioning to higher education or for graduates opting to enter the labor market.

For this purpose, the Ministry of Public Education (MOPE) is planning to build seven (7) new public schools in the City of Tashkent, specifically, the Sergeli District. In addition, the Ministry is also planning to refurbish six (6) public schools and renovate one public school,  all of them offering both primary and secondary education. The works include building expansion and renovation, upgrading of heating systems and other facilities.

The existing public schools in the Sergeli District have a design capacity of 15,000 students. At present, the schools are operating at 33% over its capacity with some schools doing double shifts. As the City of Tashkent continues to develop, an influx of population is likely expected and would further increase the demand for public education.