UNICEF in ActionTo ensure that every child realises his/her right to basic education, UNICEF focuses on two key issues: quality of education and access to education. UNICEF supports a number of studies and researches to help the Government gain a real insight into the situation and use evidence based data in developing policies and plans of action. New study reveals education concerns in Kyrgyzstan In 2006, the Ministry of Education, Science and Youth Policy invited UNICEF to play a leading role in speeding up the country’s progress towards EDUCATION FOR ALL Goals. Starting in the 2004-2005 academic year, 20 schools piloted a new curriculum and modern methods of teaching developed with the help of UNICEF to improve learning outcomes and make schools more “child friendly”, linking the learning process to real life. UNICEF offers a wide range of training for teachers from pilot schools, education administrators, local authorities and members of civil society. Their experience is a basis to upscale at the level of national policy. In Kelechek, one of the poorest migrant communities near the capital Bishkek, UNICEF supports teacher training workshops on student-centred methodologies and helps 7 to 16 year old children get a second chance at obtaining an education. In two remote provinces – Naryn and Bakten – UNICEF also initiated projects to encourage communities to participate in the management of education. Local leaders formed Education Village Groups, which identify children with learning disabilities and those at risk of dropping out of school or are having difficulties learning in the classroom and then develop appropriate solutions. Children play an active role in the Education Village Group discussions, which often lead to straightforward solutions. Since 2002, many children have returned to school and overall attendance improved. Strengthening schools to prevent child exploitation amid rising poverty Kyrgyz communities unite to help children stay in school The Story A new school roof unites a community and makes for better learning tells about a school rehabilitation project. Thirty five schools in Naryn Oblast between 2000 and 2002 and 14 schools in Batken Oblast in 2004 were repaired by communities, parents and children using materials provided by UNICEF.
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