This article discusses the pedagogical and psychological foundations of the formation of socio-domestic skills in primary school students with mental retardation. The importance of socio-domestic skills in students' adaptation to independent life, organization of daily activities, and finding their place in society is analyzed. The effectiveness of corrective and developmental classes, practical activities, an individual approach, and cooperation between teachers and parents is also revealed. The article highlights important aspects of using innovative pedagogical technologies to ensure the socialization of students with mental retardation. Work on the formation of socio-domestic competencies helps to develop diligence, discipline, sociability, and other valuable moral qualities. Orientation to socio-domestic life includes many skills for their successful formation, such as the development of children's fine motor skills, as well as the ability to find a purpose in the world around them, be independent and responsible, and be interested in new knowledge and new hobbies.