Anticipated Figures for the Academic Years 2025-2026 in Education
In the 2024/2025 academic year, the education sector in the country saw a significant presence, with a total of 4,486 schools (public and private) catering to approximately 1,508,779 pupils. These schools were divided into various categories, including primary schools, vocational schools, comprehensive schools, grammar schools, and special educational and counselling centres, among others.
Primary schools, the foundation of the educational system, numbered 2,444, with an estimated 92,500 children in primary schools not linked to a comprehensive school and another 13,400 in those linked. The total number of pupils in primary schools was approximately 106,900.
Vocational schools, designed to provide practical skills, had 262 institutions, hosting an estimated 16,098 teachers and around 32,000 students.
The comprehensive schools, which cater to a broader range of educational needs, had two levels: Secondary I (320 schools) and Secondary II (14 schools). These schools accommodated around 160,000 students.
Grammar schools, which focus on academic excellence, had 476 institutions with an estimated 122,486 teachers and around 229,000 students.
Special Educational and Counselling Centres, catering to children with special educational needs, had 553 centres and an estimated 5,200 children.
The exact number of teachers in each category, including Education and Science, School, Primary/Intermediate School, Secondary School, and Werkreal-/Hauptschulen (work schools/lower secondary schools), was not specified in the provided information. However, the total number of teaching staff for the 2024/2025 academic year was 143,929.
Looking ahead to the 2025/2026 academic year, the External Statistical Office of the State estimates approximately 113,000 children will start school. This estimation is based on the annual quick report of enrollments to the Federal Statistical Office and the press release on the start of school.
The education sector also faced challenges in teacher recruitment, as discussed in the press release of September 11, 2025.
Lastly, it is worth noting that the number of students at Free Waldorf Schools is expected to peak in approximately two to three years from the current date, suggesting the highest student numbers will be around the year 2027 or 2028. This estimation is based on demographic trends and enrollment patterns observed in Waldorf kindergartens and schools.
For more information about the education sector, please contact the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports via their press office or citizen inquiries sections. Their contact details are available on their official website.
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