Uzbekistan Establishes Multifunctional Inclusive Schools
Uzbekistan has decided to establish multifunctional inclusive resource schools to improve access to quality education for children with special educational needs and to facilitate their integration into society. As part of this initiative, a Multifunctional Inclusive Resource Center will be established in Tashkent within the National Agency for Social Protection. In Karakalpakstan and other regions, multifunctional inclusive resource schools will be created on the basis of specialized schools or boarding schools serving children with special educational needs.
Officials announced that starting from the 2026/2027 academic year, these centers will begin pilot activities under an inclusive-corrective school model. At these schools, inclusive classes will be opened at the primary level to support students’ adaptation to school, develop their learning and communication skills, and provide supportive instruction based on individual education plans.
For students with disabilities attending inclusive classes in general education schools, additional subject lessons, vocational training programs, and remedial support will be provided. In addition, as of January 1, 2027, a professional certification system for special education specialists working in public educational institutions will be implemented.Inclusive education practices in Uzbekistan are planned to be gradually expanded to all regions starting from the 2027/2028 academic year. Officials emphasize that this step will strengthen equality of opportunity in education and contribute to enabling children with special needs to realize their individual potential more effectively.