Kyrgyzstan’s Ministry of Education reports receiving 2,220 applications for preschool education vouchers. However, two-thirds of these applications have been denied. The Ministry did not specify the reasons for the high rejection rate, but stated that applications did not meet the required criteria. This leaves a significant number of families without the anticipated financial assistance for kindergarten. The program aimed to support access to early childhood education for Kyrgyz citizens. Further details regarding the eligibility requirements and the appeal process for rejected applicants have not yet been released. This news raises concerns about accessibility to affordable childcare within the country.