Ministry Aims to Transfer School Governance by 2035 The Ministry of Education and Research has outlined a strategic shift in Estonia’s education system, aiming to transfer the responsibility for operating secondary schools to municipalities by 2035. This initiative represents a significant change from the current model, where the state retains primary control over secondary education. A draft amendment to the relevant legislation is currently under development, detailing the objectives and fundamental framework of the proposed changes. The document is expected to establish clear guidelines for the transition. Negotiations are presently underway with the Ministry of Education and Research concerning the management of schools in Põltsamaa and Pärnu counties. Initial discussions regarding Tallinn are also beginning. Notably, no negotiations have been initiated with Tartu County. This move reflects a broader effort to decentralize education and empower local authorities to better respond to the specific needs of their communities. The timeline of 2035 establishes a firm target for this restructuring. The initiative, spearheaded by Minister Tõnis Lukas, seeks to modernize the system and ensure greater local autonomy in the provision of secondary education. Further updates on the progress of these negotiations will be released as they become available. Topics: #schools #education #lukas Post navigation The successor of the FSB with ties to Yandex is recruiting employees in Estonia HIRMU ALL ⟩ The story is spreading in Valga that the suspects in the brutal murder are already in freedom. The prosecutor does not confirm this.
“This proposal raises serious concerns about local control and the potential impact on educational standards across Estonia.” Reply
What are the potential impacts of municipalities taking over school operations on educational standards and curriculum in Estonia? Reply