A recent Cour des comptes report reveals that nearly one in ten teaching hours were lost in French middle schools in 2023-2024, mainly due to unfilled teacher absences, sparking public concern and calls for improved health monitoring.
Amid rising political pressure, France Télévisions faces scrutiny over neutrality and funding, mirroring challenges confronting public broadcasters across Europe.
A citizen-led push for school schedule reform aiming at equality faces cautious reception from local mayors amid budget and staffing challenges ahead of the 2026 elections.
The #MeTooÉcole parent collective urges President Macron to enhance protections for children amid rising reports of sexual violence in Paris schools, prompting new city initiatives and calls for systemic reforms.
Despite a slight budget increase for 2026, France faces education funding shortfalls that contribute to teacher shortages, highlighted by a court ruling condemning the State for failing to replace an absent French teacher.
Investigations into sexual violence in Paris nursery schools reveal judicial silence and parental distress, with calls for juvenile prosecution involvement.
The French State was fined one euro by the Paris administrative court for delayed implementation of mandated sexuality education in schools, highlighting past negligence despite recent regulatory clarifications.
President Macron's proposal to ban smartphones in high schools sparks mixed reactions among students, part of wider measures addressing youth digital safety.
President Macron announces the planned extension of the mobile phone ban to French high schools starting in the 2026 academic year, following successful trials in middle schools.
Nearly a week after the citizen convention’s education reform proposals in France, political leaders including President Macron have remained silent, stirring concerns amid ongoing government debates.
The French government released a comprehensive guide for local officials on child-friendly policies, while Agen's leftist municipal program outlines concrete measures to improve children's welfare ahead of the 2026 elections.
Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion visited a high school in Arles to emphasize the importance of education and ambition, addressing the decline of social mobility in France and advocating for collective action to restore it.
The French Ministry of Education's 2025 national assessments show stable overall student results with modest gains in reading fluency and some narrowing of math performance gaps, though challenges remain in writing and math skills.
Paris announces stricter recruitment and training for after-school educators following recent violence incidents, amid an upcoming strike affecting childcare services.
The Collège de France has suspended a scientific colloquium on Palestine amid allegations of political interference by the Ministry of Higher Education, sparking academic protests over politicization.
France has initiated 600 prosecutions and multiple alternative penalties against school bullying between 2022-2024 under the new Balanant law, highlighting prevention and victim protection.
Nearly 49,000 French children with disabilities await AESH aides, with large regional disparities underscoring challenges in inclusive education.
France plans education budget cuts due to declining student numbers, while Social Security budget review delays with pension reform suspension added.
The 2026 French education budget increases modestly but faces criticism from unions over insufficient funding for salaries and reforms.
Sébastien Lecornu's 2025 government spotlighted Édouard Geffray and Jean-Pierre Farandou in key roles tackling education and labor reforms amid political tensions.
Sébastien Lecornu is embroiled in a scandal over claims of an unearned master's degree, facing legal repercussions and credibility challenges.
Driving schools across France protest the shortage of driving exam slots, leading to long wait times for candidates.
The French government, led by Education Minister Élisabeth Borne, responds to the stabbing of a teacher in Bas-Rhin, addressing safety and security in schools.
The 2025 European Heritage Days in France will focus on education and cultural preservation.
The 2025 rentrée scolaire reforms in France focus on student well-being and diverse educational pathways.
As the school year kicks off, students with disabilities in France face pressing challenges related to inclusion and motivation.
The French education system struggles with resource shortages as the new school year begins.