2026

There have been no reforms in this area between 15 September 2025 and 31 March.

2025 

In November 2025, amendments to the Law of Georgia on Early and Preschool Education were adopted, modifying the authorization period for early and preschool education institutions. The authorisation period was extended from 4 years to 6 years. The amendments apply both to newly authorized institutions and to institutions previously authorized under earlier legislation—status: adopted.

The reform aims to reduce administrative burden for education providers and ensure greater stability in the operation of early and preschool education institutions.

In 2025, Georgia embarked on a significant reform in Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) by implementing a quality assurance system. As part of this reform, during the reporting period, the authorization process for early and preschool education institutions for the 2025–2030 period was launched.

Legislative preparation for the wider implementation of diversified preschool services also advanced in mid-2025. Expansion of bilingual pre-schooling continued, supported by systematic teacher mentoring and the provision of new resources. 

2024

In 2024, the government expanded access to early childhood education by establishing approximately 150 new school-readiness groups in public school buildings. 

New early childhood education standards were rolled out, focusing on play-based methodologies, socio-emotional development, and inclusive approaches. Special attention was given to non-Georgian speaking communities: 61% of minority-language preschools adopted bilingual provision, while teachers received weekly mentoring and new bilingual resources to improve instruction.

In July 2024, the Ministry also advanced the development of a national concept for diversified preschool education to ensure universal and inclusive access.