This article provides a comprehensive scientific and theoretical analysis of the formation and development of the system of physical education for preschool-aged children in Uzbekistan. Particular attention is paid to the historical stages of development of preschool physical education, the reforms implemented during the years of national independence, and the role of state policy in the field of physical culture and sports in ensuring children’s health and fostering a well-rounded generation. The study highlights the establishment and activities of the National Olympic Committee of Uzbekistan as an important institutional factor contributing to the popularization of physical culture and sports from an early age. The article emphasizes that state-supported programs and regulatory frameworks have significantly influenced the improvement of physical education content, infrastructure, and methodological support in preschool educational institutions. In addition, the theoretical foundations of physical education for preschool children are examined, including its objectives, content, organizational forms, and teaching methods. Special attention is given to age-specific characteristics of children, the role of physical activity in their physical, mental, and social development, and the importance of health-promoting and hardening (conditioning) activities. The article also analyzes current challenges in the system of preschool physical education, such as insufficient material and technical resources, the need for qualified specialists, and the lack of modern pedagogical technologies. Possible ways to overcome these problems are proposed, including the integration of innovative teaching methods, improvement of professional training for educators, and strengthening cooperation between educational institutions, families, and sports organizations. Overall, the study substantiates that the systematic development of physical education in preschool age plays a crucial role in forming a healthy lifestyle, strengthening children’s physical development, and ensuring the continuity of physical education at subsequent stages of the education system.  

Preschool education, physical education, healthy generation

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