Latest Education Changes
Browse the newest published education policy changes across all tracked countries.
Education Department and Justice Department Announce Coordinated FERPA Enforcement in Kansas (United States, June 2026)
The U.S. Department of Education announced that it will work with the U.S. Department of Justice on enforcement related to Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools and FERPA compliance. The announcement follows an April 2026 Student Privacy Policy Office finding and states that coordinated enforcement measures may include judicial proceedings or potential federal funding consequences.
United StatesBritish Columbia Funds Prefabricated School Additions and Replacement Projects (Canada, June 2026)
British Columbia announced funding for five school additions and one replacement project using prefabricated construction. The projects are expected to add 820 student spaces across several communities.
CanadaDfE Updated Free School Meals Guidance for the 2026 to 2027 Expansion (United Kingdom, June 2026)
The Department for Education updated guidance confirming that from the start of the 2026 to 2027 academic year, all children in households receiving Universal Credit will be entitled to a free school meal in covered settings.
United KingdomScotland Published Updated Guidance for Phone-Free Learning Before Planned Legislation (United Kingdom, June 2026)
The Scottish Government published updated national guidance encouraging schools to restrict mobile phone use during teaching and learning time at a minimum, ahead of planned legislation.
United KingdomFramework Plans Were Submitted for Germany’s New Nationwide Nursing Assistance Training (Germany, June 2026)
The expert commission under the Nursing Professions Act submitted the framework curriculum and framework training plan for the new nationwide nursing assistance qualification to the education-family ministry and the health ministry. The new paid training pathway starts on 1 January 2027.
GermanySweden Proposed Stricter Operating Conditions for Independent Schools (Sweden, June 2026)
The Swedish Government submitted a bill to tighten rules for independent school providers, including restrictions on value transfers, stronger financial requirements, and expanded supervision powers. The proposed amendments are intended to apply from 1 July 2027.
SwedenSweden Regulated Teachers’ Teaching and Planning Time (Sweden, June 2026)
The Government decided new rules defining teachers' teaching assignment, including maximum annual teaching-time ranges and minimum time for planning and follow-up. The rules are scheduled to apply from 1 July 2027.
SwedenSweden Finalised Revised Mandatory Mapping and Assessment Materials for Preschool Class and Grade 1 (Sweden, June 2026)
The National Agency for Education confirmed revised mandatory mapping materials for preschool class and assessment support for grade 1. The revised materials are mandatory from the autumn term 2026.
SwedenNorway Adds New Vocational Cross-Path from VG1 Craft, Design and Product Development to VG2 Wood Technology (Norway, June 2026)
The Directorate for Education and Training listed a new vocational cross-path from VG1 Craft, Design and Product Development to VG2 Wood Technology in Building and Construction. The pathway applies from 1 August 2026.
NorwayDenmark Published a Longitudinal Report Linking School Reading Skills to Later Education Outcomes (Denmark, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education published a report combining PISA and PIAAC data to examine how reading performance at age 15-16 relates to skills, education and labour-market outcomes 14 years later. The report found strong links between weak reading performance in adolescence and lower later educational attainment.
DenmarkIreland Published the Craft Apprenticeship Curriculum, Assessment and Awarding Transfer Plan (Ireland, June 2026)
The Higher Education Authority published the plan for transferring craft apprenticeship curriculum development, assessment and awarding responsibilities to education providers. The transfer is being jointly progressed by DFHERIS, SOLAS, HEA and QQI with providers.
IrelandAustralia Launches National Social Cohesion Education Hub for Schools (Australia, June 2026)
Australia launched a national Social Cohesion Education Hub to give schools and educators access to quality-assured resources on antisemitism, social cohesion, and discrimination. The hub is part of the education ministers' response to the Special Envoy's plan and will add further resources over time.
AustraliaConsultation Opened on Possible Reform of Early Childhood Education Funding (New Zealand, June 2026)
New Zealand opened consultation on possible changes to how early childhood education is funded. The review is examining how around NZD 3 billion in annual government funding is allocated across services and support for families.
New ZealandRangatahi Futures Career Education Programme Expanded to Community and Iwi Delivery (New Zealand, June 2026)
The Tertiary Education Commission updated the Rangatahi Futures career education programme so it can be used by more organisations. Community groups and iwi can now deliver the resources alongside schools and kura.
New ZealandJapan Issues New Safety Measures for School-Related Travel (Japan, June 2026)
MEXT and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism compiled new measures to secure safety during school-related travel by motor vehicle. The measures respond to a serious May 2026 accident during travel for extracurricular activity.
JapanJapan Publishes Policy Report on Education Support for Foreign Pupils (Japan, June 2026)
A MEXT expert panel published a report setting out policy directions for improving education for foreign pupils and students who need Japanese-language support. The report is a policy roadmap rather than a fully implemented rule change.
JapanDetailed Implementation Plan Published for the 2027 College Scholastic Ability Test (South Korea, June 2026)
The detailed implementation plan for the 2027 College Scholastic Ability Test was published. It confirms the operational framework for the national university entrance exam scheduled for November 19, 2026.
South KoreaCBSE Opens Class XII Supplementary Examination 2026 Registration (India, June 2026)
CBSE opened online submission of the List of Candidates for the Class XII Supplementary Examination 2026 through the Pariksha Sangam system. The circular covered eligible regular students in compartment and improvement categories.
IndiaPrimary One Registration Opens with Reduced Intake Planning (Singapore, June 2026)
Singapore opened the 2026 Primary One Registration Exercise for children entering Primary One in 2027 through the online P1 Registration Portal. The exercise also begins the implementation cycle in which MOE will gradually reduce Primary One intake for the majority of primary schools over the next few years in response to falling cohort sizes.
SingaporeMADANI Book Voucher Redemption Set as Digital RM100 BookCapital Scheme (Malaysia, June 2026)
Malaysia confirmed implementation details for the 2026 MADANI Book Voucher, setting the RM100 student aid as a digital redemption scheme through BookCapital. The programme applies to eligible students in MOE-linked education categories and sets a defined redemption period.
MalaysiaMOET Regulates Technology and AI Use in Higher and Vocational Education (Vietnam, June 2026)
MOET issued a regulation on the application of technology in higher education and vocational education. The circular covers digital technology, artificial intelligence, and related technologies used in teaching, assessment, research, management, and learner services.
VietnamMOET Updates Guidance for Master’s and Doctoral Training of Higher Education Lecturers (Vietnam, June 2026)
MOET issued guidance for implementing master's and doctoral training for lecturers at higher education institutions under the national Project 89 framework.
VietnamManuel Belgrano Scholarship Monthly Amount Is Raised for the June 2026 Quota (Argentina, June 2026)
Resolution 431/2026 formally raises the monthly amount of the Manuel Belgrano Strategic Scholarships for the 2026 call. The new amount applies from the quota corresponding to June 2026.
ArgentinaSpecial Operating Rules for Higher Education Institutions Extended to 2028 (Russia, June 2026)
The Russian Government extended special operating arrangements for federal higher education and scientific organizations connected with Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson territories named in the regulation. The covered period was extended from 2023–2026 to 2023–2028.
RussiaTextbook Aid Program Approved for Students with Disabilities (Poland, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education published details of the 2026-2028 government program supporting students with disabilities through textbook, educational material, and exercise material funding. The program sets higher aid amounts than in previous editions and allocates state budget funding for three years.
PolandInclusive Education Legal Regime Revision Opened for Consultation (Portugal, June 2026)
Portugal opened public consultation on a proposed revision of the inclusive education legal regime. The proposal keeps the 2018 inclusive education model but seeks to clarify procedures, strengthen support coordination, and improve transitions for students.
PortugalStudent 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.
GreeceNational Summer Education Program Confirmed for Kindergarten Through Grade Nine (Israel, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education confirmed continued summer education activity after the end of the 2025/2026 school year, with about 1.12 million students in ministry summer programs. The program included summer schools for younger pupils, Summer Plus for Grades 4-6, and a first-year summer preparatory route for Grades 7-9.
IsraelAdministrative Guidance Issued for Indigenous Education System Implementation (Colombia, June 2026)
Circular 035 of 30 June 2026 issued administrative guidance for transforming or adjusting educational establishments under the Indigenous Own Education System. It directs certified territorial education entities to coordinate with Indigenous authorities and to recognize own-government decisions in official acts and education data systems.
ColombiaFederal Government Moves to Phase Out Separate JSS-SSS Administration (Nigeria, June 2026)
Nigeria announced plans to phase out the separate administration of Junior Secondary School and Senior Secondary School. The proposal is tied to a planned shift toward a continuous 12-year basic education structure and is expected to require further approval and implementation steps.
NigeriaPDDE Equidade Adhesion Deadline Extended to July (Brazil, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education extended the PDDE Equidade adhesion deadline to 2026-07-03. The extension affected eligible public schools and municipal networks seeking supplementary funds.
BrazilProuni Second-Semester 2026 Selection Calendar Published (Brazil, June 2026)
MEC published Edital nº 51/2026 for the Prouni second-semester 2026 selection process. The edital set the calendar, participation rules, and procedures for candidates seeking full or partial scholarships.
BrazilFies Second-Semester 2026 Selection Calendar Published (Brazil, June 2026)
MEC published Edital nº 52/2026 for the Fies second-semester 2026 selection process. The edital set the registration window and procedures for candidates seeking student financing.
BrazilMŠMT Funds Talent and Gifted Education Programmes for Late 2026 (Czechia, June 2026)
MŠMT announced that almost CZK 8.3 million will support 29 projects for talented and gifted pupils in non-formal and interest education in the second half of 2026. The projects are expected to involve 1,317 pupils aged 11 to 20.
CzechiaMŠMT Launches School Vacancy Portal on Edu.cz (Czechia, June 2026)
Edu.cz launched a new section for vacancies in education. The tool gives schools, school facilities, and other organizations a public place to publish vacancies and gives applicants a centralized route to find school jobs.
CzechiaMŠMT Amends Church School Grant Call for First-Grade Assistant Funding (Czechia, June 2026)
MŠMT issued Addendum No. 1 to the VCŠ 2026/1 grant call for schools and school facilities established by registered churches or religious societies. The addendum responds to the new legal duty to provide a teaching assistant in qualifying first-grade basic school classes from 1 September 2026.
CzechiaU.S. Department of Education Finalizes Earnings Accountability Rule for Higher Education Programs (United States, June 2026)
The U.S. Department of Education announced a final rule creating a postsecondary earnings accountability framework for higher education programs. The rule links federal loan and Title IV eligibility consequences to whether program graduates meet specified earnings benchmarks.
United StatesCapilano University Opens First On-Campus Student Housing (Canada, June 2026)
British Columbia announced the opening of Capilano University's first on-campus student housing building in North Vancouver. The project provides housing for 362 students and includes accessible units and a dining hall.
CanadaAlberta Expands Classroom Complexity Supports for Grades 7-12 (Canada, June 2026)
Alberta announced additional classroom complexity supports for Grades 7-12 as part of a broader investment in teachers, educational assistants, and specialized support staff. The measure expands the province's classroom complexity work across K-12.
CanadaAlberta Funds Hands-On Agricultural Training Expansion at Lakeland College (Canada, June 2026)
Alberta announced more than 7 million Canadian dollars to expand and modernize hands-on agricultural training infrastructure at Lakeland College. The project includes upgrades to beef and livestock training facilities.
CanadaScience Ministers Adopted Key Points for an Innovation Freedom Act (Germany, June 2026)
The Conference of Science Ministers adopted a key points paper on the planned federal Innovation Freedom Act. The states called for reduced bureaucracy, faster procedures and more legal certainty for universities, research institutions and transfer activities.
GermanyScience Ministers Adopted a Position Paper to Strengthen Security Research (Germany, June 2026)
The Conference of Science Ministers adopted a position paper calling for stronger security research in Germany. The paper frames security research as a task for universities, university hospitals and non-university research institutions while maintaining academic freedom and institutional autonomy.
GermanyItaly Authorizes a Five-Year Liceo Matematico Pilot (Italy, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education and Merit announced the launch of the Liceo Matematico pilot, a methodological and didactic experimentation pathway for upper-secondary schools. The pilot is linked to Ministerial Decree No. 104 of 10 June 2026 and is planned for the 2026/2027 school year.
ItalyMUR Authorizes 30,241 Places for XI Cycle TFA Sostegno (Italy, June 2026)
The Ministry of University and Research published Decree No. 926 authorizing the XI cycle of specialization courses for support teachers for academic year 2025/2026. The decree provides 30,241 available places across preschool, primary, lower-secondary, and upper-secondary levels.
ItalyAustralia Awards Maritime Skills and Training Initiative Grants for Seafarer Training (Australia, June 2026)
Australia appointed five grantees under the Maritime Skills and Training Initiative to train new seafarers. The implementation milestone creates funded sea-time and training pathways for more than 20 trainee and cadet seafarers each year over four years.
AustraliaVictoria Updates School Emergency and Critical Incident Management Planning Requirements (Australia, June 2026)
Victoria updated its school Emergency and Critical Incident Management Planning guidance to improve clarity and conformance with Australian Standard 3745-2010. Related Online Emergency Management Portal changes were scheduled for rollover on 1 July 2026.
AustraliaInspiring the Future Careers Programme Expanded for Senior Secondary Students (New Zealand, June 2026)
The Tertiary Education Commission expanded the Inspiring the Future careers programme with new event formats for senior students. The update adds Career Chat, Career Discussion Group, and Role Model Interview formats.
New ZealandState Council Issued China’s 2026-2030 Education Development Plan (China, June 2026)
China’s State Council issued the Education Development 15th Five-Year Plan, setting the national education policy framework for 2026-2030. The plan changes the implementation direction for basic education, vocational education, higher education, education governance, digital education, and school quality improvement.
ChinaMinistry of Education Issued 2026 Summer Safety Rules for Schools and Kindergartens (China, June 2026)
The Ministry of Education issued a national notice on 2026 summer safety work for primary schools, secondary schools, and kindergartens. The notice strengthens summer safety education, campus risk checks, drowning prevention, summer care regulation, school-meal and materials oversight, and limits on non-teaching burdens for teachers.
ChinaTeacher Professional Education Stage 2 Calls More Than 60,000 Teachers (Indonesia, June 2026)
Indonesia opened the second 2026 stage of Teacher Professional Education for specific in-service teachers by calling 60,896 teachers from across the country. The process sets a confirmation, self-reporting, orientation, independent learning, and competency-test pathway toward educator certification.
IndonesiaPrivate Universities in LLDIKTI Region IV Invited to Submit 2026 KIP Kuliah Quota Proposals (Indonesia, June 2026)
LLDIKTI Region IV opened the 2026 KIP Kuliah quota-proposal process for private higher education institutions in West Java and Banten. Institutions must commit to compliance conditions, including no deductions from student rights and no tuition-gap charges to scholarship recipients.
IndonesiaFinance Ministry Sets Budget Rules for Training Foreign Students in Vietnam (Vietnam, June 2026)
Vietnam's Ministry of Finance issued rules on state-budget estimation, management, use, and settlement for training foreign students in Vietnam.
VietnamQualifica Center Authorizations Extended During Agency Transition (Portugal, June 2026)
Portugal extended the authorization of listed Qualifica Centers until 31 December 2026. The extension was adopted during the institutional transition linked to the merger of ANQEP.
PortugalElectronic 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.
GreeceDSHE Sets Website Creation and Updating Deadline for Education Offices and Institutions (Bangladesh, June 2026)
DSHE directed its subordinate offices and education institutions to create or update their official websites and submit compliance information by 5 July 2026. The order turned earlier website-maintenance instructions into a dated compliance step.
BangladeshFederal Government Sets Launch Date for National Education Data Platform (Nigeria, June 2026)
Nigeria set 1 July 2026 as the launch date for a national digital education data platform linked to the Nigeria Education Data Initiative. The platform is designed to centralise education data and support learner tracking across education levels.
NigeriaEnamed 2026 Registration Deadline Extended (Brazil, June 2026)
Inep extended the Enamed 2026 registration deadline to 2026-07-01. The same extension applied to requests for specialized service and social-name use.
BrazilLucerne Agrees Transitional School Property Cost Arrangement (Switzerland, June 2026)
Lucerne and its municipalities agreed on a transitional arrangement for standard costs for school properties for 2026 and 2027. The arrangement addresses a dispute over how the canton contributes to school building space costs under the compulsory school operating-cost model.
SwitzerlandMOEHE Provides More Than 3,000 Free Private School Seats for Eligible Qatari Students (Qatar, June 2026)
MOEHE announced the provision of more than 3,000 free study seats for eligible Qatari students in participating private schools under the social responsibility project. The seats are available for fees equivalent to the approved educational voucher, with participating schools covering any difference above the voucher value.
QatarDigital 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.
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