Shymkent's schools embrace AI and biometrics to cut costs and boost security
Shymkent is transforming its education system through large-scale digitalisation. Nearly 6 billion tenge has been invested in modernising schools, with new technologies improving security, efficiency, and transparency. The city is now using AI, biometrics, and integrated platforms to streamline management and reduce wasteful spending.
One of the key tools in this overhaul is the Aiykyn AI system, which monitors safety in real-time across all public schools. The technology can distinguish between normal play and aggressive behaviour, detect fights, identify weapons, and flag unauthorised access to restricted areas. While the exact number of schools using Aiykyn remains undisclosed as of February 2026, its implementation is part of a broader push for smarter security measures.
Another major innovation is the Alaqan Mektep system, which uses palm biometrics to track cafeteria visits. This has eliminated falsified attendance records and saved the city 540 million tenge in 2025 alone. Meanwhile, Pushkin Gymnasium No. 1 operates with around 180 cameras, allowing administrators to oversee safety and daily operations more effectively.
The Qarqyn platform integrates all education levels, unifying HR, financial, and administrative processes into a single system. School directors now use digital control panels to track attendance and assess teaching quality in real-time. A voucher-based funding system for after-school clubs has also improved programme quality while cutting costs by 1.8 billion tenge.
To further combat inefficiency, the Sana tariff database monitors over 34,000 employees across educational institutions. It flags excessive teaching loads, undeclared job vacancies, and unjustified bonuses, helping to expose violations and optimise staffing. These combined efforts have reduced falsified records, tightened security, and made spending more transparent.
Shymkent's investment in digital tools is reshaping how schools operate. With AI-driven security, biometric tracking, and centralised data systems, the city has cut costs, improved oversight, and strengthened safety. The model positions technology as the backbone of education management, setting a precedent for systemic change.
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