The Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan has announced the schedule for school selection within preschool preparatory groups. For educational institutions located outside of Baku, the selection process for the Azerbaijani-language section will commence on July 13 at 11:00 AM. For schools located within Baku, the selection process begins on July 13 at 3:00 PM. For sections where instruction is conducted in other languages, the selection process will start on July 14 at 11:00 AM.
According to the Operative Information Center-OMM, the admission process for preschool preparatory groups is scheduled to conclude on September 12. Furthermore, the submission of documents for general education institutions is set to take place from September 1 to September 30, 2026.
Preschool education in Azerbaijan serves as a critical foundation for the country's national education system, aiming to prepare children aged five for primary schooling. By integrating children into the educational environment early, these preparatory groups focus on developing essential social, cognitive, and basic academic skills, ensuring a smoother transition to the first grade of primary school across all regions of the country.
