The Russian language test has become a mandatory requirement for enrollment in Russian schools. Starting April 1, migrant children must pass a Russian language test with a score of three points to enroll in Russian schools. This was reported by the publication Kommersant, citing an order from Rosobrnadzor. The draft document on minimum scores was […]
The Russian language test has become a mandatory requirement for enrollment in Russian schools.
Starting April 1, migrant children must pass a Russian language test with a score of three points to enroll in Russian schools.
This was reported by the publication Kommersant, citing an order from Rosobrnadzor.
The draft document on minimum scores was presented by the agency on February 12. According to the first version, the threshold result for the test was to be 30% of the maximum score.
The message notes that the proposal was criticized in the State Duma, after which Rosobrnadzor removed the draft, explaining its publication as a “technical error.” On February 18, the agency published a new draft, replacing the 30% threshold with a score of three (out of five). This wording did not raise questions among parliamentarians.
In December 2024, the State Duma passed a law prohibiting the enrollment of migrant children who have not passed the Russian language test. Amendments to the law “On Education” will come into effect on April 1, 2025. From that moment, children of foreign nationals must confirm their knowledge of the Russian language at a level necessary for “mastering federal educational standards.”
Some experts believe that these restrictions are occurring against the backdrop of the attack on the Crocus City Hall concert venue, in which citizens of Tajikistan are suspected. Following this incident, thousands of migrants in Russian cities and regions have been subjected to mass checks and raids.
Also, last year, deputies of the State Duma of the Russian Federation proposed banning migrants from living near educational institutions. According to them, this would help protect children from potential attacks, and children would not witness the antisocial lifestyle that some newcomers may lead. According to the initiative, migrants will not only be required to live more than 200 meters away from schools and kindergartens, but they also will not be able to register in premises intended for children.