Abstract
In this article were determined substantial aspects and features of ethno-cultural education of modern Kazakhstan through the study regulation documents, based on content analysis. The authors come to the conclusion that ethnic and cultural education is important social and educational problem in the Republic of Kazakhstan, which is considered as realization of human rights and capabilities of nations. Achieved results of ethno-cultural education in Kazakhstan are created conditions for greater use of the potential of ethnic and cultural education based on values of a culture of peace, tolerance and ethnic harmony.