Education
Classes begin with a teacher shortage and a smartphone ban up to the 9th grade
The 2026/2027 school year begins between Friday, 2026-09-11 and Tuesday, 2026-09-15 for pre-school and basic education, while secondary school students start on 2026-09-21. Approximately 2,700 teaching positions remain unfilled, with a new daily placement mechanism starting 2026-09-18 to address vacancies. Additionally, a smartphone ban in schools is being extended to the 9th grade, with full compliance required by January 2027.
Why it mattersIf you are a parent or student, expect potential disruptions to class schedules due to ongoing teacher shortages, and be aware that schools have until the end of December to implement the new smartphone ban for students up to the 9th grade.
