New Project Aims to Identify and Integrate Migrant Children in Russian Schools
A new project aims to identify migrant children not enrolled in Russian schools or who have dropped out. The goal is to adapt and however these children into the education system. The project, which began in April, has seen mixed results so far.
From April to August, parents submitted documents for 23,600 children. However, only 8,200 provided a complete set. This means that many children may be missing out on education. The project involves data exchange between the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) and educational institutions, using databases like the GIS of migration registration and 'My School'. It implements a law on data exchange adopted in July.
The project aims to provide the ministry with data on migrant children not enrolled in schools or who have undergone mandatory testing. However, only 12.6% of children of foreign citizens are currently enrolled in Russian schools. Of those who took the test, only half, or 5,940, passed it successfully. This suggests that many migrant children may be struggling with the education system.
The project is a step towards identifying and supporting migrant children in the education system. It aims to provide data for their adaptation and integration. However, the low enrollment and pass rates suggest that more work is needed to ensure all migrant children have access to education.
