June 2026 Education Changes
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Student Housing Allowance Application Window Opens (Greece, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education opened electronic applications for the student housing allowance for the 2025-2026 academic year. Eligible applicants can apply through the dedicated online platform using TAXISnet credentials.
Electronic Enrolment Opens for General, Vocational and Model Vocational Lyceums (Greece, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education opened the electronic application period for enrolment, renewal of enrolment, and transfer in public General Lyceums, Vocational Lyceums, and Model Vocational Lyceums for the 2026-2027 school year. Applications are submitted through the e-eggrafes platform or through gov.gr.
Digital Tutoring Platform Extends Summer Access and Adds Lyceum Live Lessons (Greece, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education confirmed that the Digital Tutoring platform remains active during the summer months and announced expansion of live lessons to the first and second grades of Lyceum. The ministry also referred to the addition of AI-supported tools for learning support.
Greek Language Departments Recognized in Prague and Toulon (Greece, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education officially recognized two new Greek Language Departments abroad, one in Prague and one in Toulon Var. Recognition brings these departments into the supported network of Greek-language education abroad.
School Network Revised for the 2026-2027 School Year (Greece, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education approved school network changes for the 2026-2027 school year, including new schools, upgrades, mergers, downgrades, closures, and special education unit changes. The changes affect primary, secondary, and special education provision across the country.
Public IB Diploma Application Call Opens for Model and Experimental Lyceums (Greece, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education opened expressions of interest for students seeking International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme places in selected public Model and Experimental Lyceums from the 2026-2027 school year. Applications for eligible students outside schools with IB sections are submitted through their current school.
Password Process Opens for Higher Education and Public SAEK Preference Forms (Greece, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education opened the password creation stage for General and Vocational Lyceum candidates submitting higher education preference forms and parallel preference forms for public SAEK places. Candidates must contact their Lyceum during the announced window.
Second Phase of the Marietta Giannakou School Renovation Programme Starts (Greece, June 2026)
The second phase of the Marietta Giannakou school renovation programme began, covering 238 schools or school complexes in 132 municipalities. The works include sanitary infrastructure, classroom insulation, roof repairs, waterproofing, and maintenance.
University Department Correspondences Set for Student Transfers (Greece, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education set the official correspondences of university departments, admission directions, and study programmes for student transfers in the 2026-2027 academic year. The decision was issued before candidates complete their higher education preference forms.
University Infrastructure Maintenance Funding Allocated (Greece, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education allocated 115.85 million euros to universities and ASPAITE for infrastructure maintenance, repairs, small-scale upgrades, technical studies, and support services. The allocation is part of the ministry's 2026-2030 development programme.
Return Travel Discounts Set for Substitute Teachers (Greece, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education confirmed discounted return travel arrangements for substitute teachers at the end of the teaching year. The measure supports teachers returning from their placement area to their permanent residence.
Sivitanideios Vocational School Receives Infrastructure Upgrade Funding (Greece, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education approved 1.8 million euros for upgrade works at the Sivitanideios Public School of Trades and Vocations. The funding covers maintenance, repairs, modernization works, studies, and support services.
Schools Begin Selecting Textbooks for 2027-2028 (Greece, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education opened the school-level textbook selection process for the 2027-2028 school year. Primary and secondary schools must choose approved textbooks and teaching packages from the official textbook register.
Re-entry Guide Added to Second Chance School Support (Greece, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Citizen Protection issued the META guide for people leaving prison and linked it to support in Second Chance Schools. The guide gives adult learners practical information on rights and opportunities after release.