Plans to relocate sixth graders in Uppvidinge were reversed after strong parental protests, with politicians emphasizing the discussions were never formal proposals.
Plans to relocate sixth graders in Uppvidinge were reversed after strong parental protests, with politicians emphasizing the discussions were never formal proposals.
Sweden's government will implement a nationwide mobile phone ban in primary schools starting autumn 2026 to improve focus and reduce bullying.
Political debate in Sweden centers on school principal reorganization and criticism of disproportionate attention to minor school issues instead of systemic challenges.
Sweden plans to expand background checks and access to police suspect registers for school staff to improve child safety by mid-2026.
The Swedish government proposes a new law to impose full transparency on all independent schools, aligning their public access obligations with municipal schools by 2027.
Conflicting Swedish migration policies and university governance debates are creating barriers for attracting foreign researchers, prompting calls for coordinated government action.
Sweden launches a major government-funded mental health research program while educational experts criticize school digitalization and grading pressures for worsening student mental health.
The Swedish government proposes stricter rules for independent schools to curb profit extraction, facing political pushback and calls for a profit ban.
New Swedish proposals aim to restrict expansion of mismanaged independent schools and increase municipal oversight to improve educational quality.
Swedish municipalities face rising criticism over politicians' failure to prioritize school safety, funding, and community engagement amidst concerns over school closures and educational support.
Proposed mental health curriculum in Swedish schools draws criticism over academic overload and calls for curriculum reduction instead of expansion.
Hanna Ekblad of Karlskrona highlights the need for tough political decisions on education as the municipality counters school enrollment declines and reduces layoffs through cooperation.
Sweden debates welfare cuts and education reforms amid concerns over rising crime and demographic challenges, drawing lessons from Denmark's experience.
Sweden's education reforms include new core skills-focused curricula for primary schools and consideration of later start times for high school students to boost learning and well-being.
Umeå University study links academic pressures in Swedish schools to rising youth mental health problems, especially among girls; national and local initiatives also underway to improve mental well-being.
Sweden plans to introduce remote education for incarcerated children alongside controversial reforms lowering criminal responsibility to 13 years.
Only 16% of Gävleborg's high schoolers pursue STEM subjects, raising concerns for the region's future competitiveness amid national goals to advance technology education by 2035.
No Swedish region meets the 25% government target for high school STEM enrollment, with national average at 21% and some regions like Jämtlands as low as 14%.
Piteå municipality launches a comprehensive STEM education initiative to increase student participation and secure future competencies by 2035.
Sweden struggles to meet STEM education targets and effectively transition doctoral researchers into industry despite government initiatives.
The Swedish government cuts funding to Kista folkhögskola over democratic concerns amid wider debates on transparency in aid management related to Somalia.
Fagersta's education chairman acknowledges increased school violence and bullying at Mariaskolan, promising intensified efforts for safer schools.
Blekinge currently falls short of Sweden's STEM education targets, with declining student enrollment in natural sciences and technology programs posing challenges for regional growth.
New Skolverket study shows some Swedish students in grade 9 stagnate or decline academically, widening achievement gaps despite earlier improvements in lower grades.
Conflicts escalate between politicians and school leaders over youth organization visits in Kungsbacka, alongside child neglect allegations involving a Social Democratic politician in Ljungby.
Recent criticisms in Sweden's local governance highlight challenges in education reform, emergency services, and homelessness.
Sweden responds to growing mental health issues in schools with government initiatives targeting reduced screen time for children and improved working conditions for preschool teachers.
A politician in Ovanåker municipality faces accusations of leaking documents related to controversial preschool closures, escalating political tensions.
A report shows that Sweden's grading system lowers final grades for science and technology students, affecting stem enrollment and prompting calls for reforms.
Sebastian Stakset's viral apology to a Moderate Party politician ignited constructive political and educational discussions in Sweden on youth and schooling challenges.
After a school manifestation, key Swedish politicians met teachers to discuss education, while care staff in Skaraborg face challenges in having their concerns acknowledged.
Reports highlight that 30% of students in vulnerable Swedish areas fail to meet school requirements, with high staff turnover and calls for political action to prevent social exclusion.
Handelshögskolan removes its högskoleprov score requirement after admission policy changes led to a significant drop in female student representation.
The Liberal Party has reversed its stance on profit-driven school companies, voting to phase out profit interests amid internal debates on education quality and school choice.
The Liberal Party proposes a maximum class size of 20 students, planning government investigations to improve teacher focus and student learning by next election cycle.
Communities in Flen and Fagered react strongly to proposed school closures, sparking political debate and calls for more responsive governance.
Sweden's Liberal Party faces internal strife over the proposal to ban profits in schools, with party leader Simona Mohamsson pushing for reform amid resistance from older members.
Swedish Liberals face deep divisions over leader Simona Mohamsson’s proposal to ban school profits, sparking internal debate ahead of the party conference.
Sweden's government plans to unify the fragmented high school curriculum to improve fairness and student competency assessment.
Falkenberg and Kimitoön see active political debate and community involvement over school policy changes, highlighting democratic challenges and party dynamics.