Arts and Humanities Given Equal Status in England's Schools as Government Scraps EBacc
Reforms will replace the English Baccalaureate and Progress 8 measures, giving schools freedom to offer broader GCSE choices from 2028.
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English Becomes a New Path in Finland’s National Upper Secondary Curriculum
Students in Finland will be able to complete the national upper secondary education entirely in English for the first time.
Teachers in Hungary Will Receive Up to 1 Million HUF in Annual Housing Support from 2026
From January 2026, educators will qualify for 1 million HUF per year to assist with mortgage payments and home purchases.
South Korea Weighs Ban on English Kindergartens Amid Debate Over Early Education Pressure
All 17 regional education offices back limits on early English education, though the education minister urges a balanced approach to avoid unintended consequences.
Finland’s Nature-Based Kindergartens Could Redefine Early Childhood Education Worldwide
A two-year Finnish study involving 75 children across 10 daycare centers shows that nature-rich kindergarten playgrounds significantly enhance immune systems.
Flanders Ties School Support to Parents’ Dutch Proficiency
Under the new “Nederlands werkt!” plan, parents are required to learn Dutch to keep access to school-related support, part of Flanders’ push for stronger integration.
A Broken Promise: England’s Struggling System for Children with Special Needs
A decade-old law created a costly, overburdened system. Now, proposed reforms threaten the only lifeline many families have.
Australian Schools Required to Respond to Bullying Complaints Within Two Days
The government's anti-bullying review report recommends providing trauma-informed training for teachers, targeted resources to address cyberbullying, and clear guidance to help with early intervention.
UK Students to Gain Third Post-GCSE Option: V-Levels
New V-levels will replace BTecs and offer a more flexible route into work or higher study, as part of government efforts to simplify post-16 education.
Austria to Fine Parents Up to €1,000 for Failing School Cooperation Duties
Non-compliance with new parental cooperation duties may lead to repeated fines between €150 and €1,000.
ICESCO’s First Regional Conference on “Green Education” Kicks Off in Baku
Regional conference focuses on implementing ICESCO–Cambridge Green Education Framework and promoting sustainability in education systems.
California Leading the Way as the First US State to Restrict Ultra-Processed Foods in School Meals
The “Real Food, Healthy Kids Act” will phase out the most dangerous ultraprocessed foods from school meals over the next decade, impacting over a billion meals served annually to California students.
Education Sector Bears the Brunt of FWB’s New Austerity Plan
Education, culture, childcare, and public services face deep cuts as the Wallonia-Brussels Federation seeks to rein in its €14.25 billion debt.
Global Teaching Workforce Faces Demographic Shifts and Embraces Technology, Says TALIS 2024
The OECD’s latest survey reveals evolving teacher demographics, increased professional collaboration, and rapid adoption of artificial intelligence worldwide.
Japan Will Test Flexible Class Time System at 300 Schools
New policy aims to give schools discretion in allocating class hours, fostering student-centered learning and teacher development.
France Reforms Recruitment and Initial Training of Teachers
The new system will make it possible to enter the profession directly from a bachelor's degree and provides a paid, two-year master's program for those who succeed.
Kazakhstan Adopts National AI Strategy for Education
New national framework launches roadmap for AI-driven learning, aiming to enhance curricula, teacher qualifications, and student readiness for digital future.
Flanders Introduces "Two-School" Option for Primary Students
The Flemish education system is moving toward a more flexible, student-centered approach that allows primary school students to attend classes part-time at another school.