Keywords: Education system


Bordeaux school director targeted by sexual assault complaints as judicial investigation opens

A judicial investigation has been opened in Bordeaux after two complaints were filed against the director of the private Catholic school Sainte-Marie Bastide, concerning allegations of rape and sexual assault involving two children, according to the Bordeaux public prosecutor’s office. The complaints......

Sports teacher assaulted by student at school in Lourdes

A physical education teacher at a secondary school in Lourdes, southwestern France, was allegedly assaulted by a student, reigniting concerns about violence in educational institutions and the safety of school staff. The incident took place at La Serre de Sarsan school complex and involved a ninth-grade......

Morocco pioneer schools show improved learning outcomes nationwide

The government has reported measurable improvements in student performance linked to the expansion of the pioneer schools program across Morocco. Official evaluations conducted by national bodies and independent institutions indicate stronger academic outcomes and improved mastery of core competencies......

Morocco education system faces deep learning crisis from primary school

The education system shows structural weaknesses that begin in primary school and extend through secondary education. Large numbers of students reach the final years without mastering basic reading and arithmetic skills. This creates a pipeline where academic failure accumulates over time and becomes......

French national exams cancelled in Lebanon and several Middle Eastern countries amid exceptional circumstances

The French Ministry of National Education has announced the cancellation of written and oral examinations for the “brevet” and the “baccalauréat” in several countries across the Middle East and Africa, including Lebanon, due to exceptional local conditions. The decision......

Young teacher’s tragic suicide ignites grief and outrage across Morocco

The heartbreaking suicide of Mouad, a young teacher suspended by the regional education directorate in Casablanca, has triggered a wave of grief and anger among citizens and educators in Morocco. The incident has sparked demands for justice, accountability, and systemic reform within the country’s......

Understanding Spain's educational landscape: public, concertado, and private schools

If you are relocating to Spain with children, selecting the right school is one of the most critical decisions you will face. This article explores the differences among the three primary types of educational institutions in Spain: public schools, concertado schools, and private schools. Spain's......

Understanding Spain's public school enrollment system

If you’re considering relocating to Spain with children, understanding the public school enrollment process is essential. This article explores how school placements work and whether your residence influences your options. Navigating the Spanish education system can be quite different from what......

Morocco's education reform bill receives cabinet approval

Morocco's cabinet has approved draft law No. 59.21, aimed at reforming the country's education system. Government spokesperson Mustapha Baitas announced the decision on Thursday, highlighting the bill's alignment with the Constitution, directives from King Mohammed VI, and the strategic reform......