The Ministry of Education and Science in North Macedonia has reported an anticipated reduction in the number of students entering the academic year, with projections indicating a significant drop by September. According to Minister of Education and Science, Vesna Janevska, preliminary data suggests that there will be approximately 4,900 fewer first-grade students enrolled in September compared to the previous year’s figures. Minister Janevska addressed the trend, noting that the decline is observable across educational levels.
She stated that while the decrease in middle school enrollment has been steady, the primary school sector has experienced a more substantial reduction. She emphasized that the current statistics are not considered final, citing the ongoing third registration period scheduled for August. Janevska confirmed that the overall enrollment of students is trending downward, impacting both primary and middle schools.
She elaborated that the data reflects a considerable decrease in primary school populations, projecting a shortfall of over 4,000 children compared to the previous academic cycle. These figures provide an early indication of the demographic shifts affecting the national student body as the country prepares for the academic year starting in September. Educational authorities are monitoring the final registration numbers to provide a definitive count of the students who will attend schools.
The reported decline signals a notable adjustment in student enrollment figures for the upcoming academic session.
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