The academic session commences tomorrow for primary and middle school students across Macedonia. For the incoming cohort, approximately 14,500 first-grade students are expected to begin their studies, marking the start of a new academic year for both pupils and educators. These logistical changes are accompanied by a noticeable decrease in overall student enrollment numbers, which will impact the structure of learning institutions.
Looking ahead to the 2026/2027 school year, projections indicate a reduction of approximately 200 parallels in primary education and 100 fewer in middle education. Furthermore, authorities have announced the closure of 26 rural schools. These facilities have been identified for closure because they have not registered any first-grade students.
In several of these locations, the attendance count has been minimal, with some schools hosting only between five and eight students. While the exact final count of primary and middle school students commencing their studies tomorrow has not yet been officially published, the operational adjustments signal a shift in the educational landscape for the upcoming year. These structural changes require careful planning to ensure continuity of education for all affected students.
The Ministry of Education is expected to release the definitive figures shortly.
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