Education
News about education, schools, universities, curricula, teachers, and initiatives in the field of knowledge.
Results of the external assessments after 7th and 10th grade have been announced
The Ministry of Education and Science has published the results of the national external assessments at the end of 7th and 10th grade, and students can review their graded papers within a three-day period.
Minister Valchev: Education needs reforms and partnership with parents
Minister of Education Georgi Valchev outlined serious problems within the system, focusing on the disparity between schools, the demographic crisis, and the need for renewed trust between families and schools.
Over 110,000 seventh and tenth graders take the National External Assessment in Bulgarian language and literature today
On June 17, over 110,000 7th and 10th-grade students are taking the national external assessment in Bulgarian language and literature, which is decisive for high school admission and continuing their education.
Dance Art in Burgas: NMA "Prof. Pancho Vladigerov" opens admissions
The new branch of the NMA in Burgas is launching admissions for "Ballet Art" and "Folklore Choreography" with mentors Prof. Masha Ilieva and Asen Pavlov. Apply by June 24!
Matura 2026: Cancelled papers and better results for graduates
The Ministry of Education has announced the results of the state exams. An improvement in performance has been reported, but 107 exam papers were cancelled due to identical content.
The Ombudsman to the Ministry of Education and Science: maturità problems are now a matter of justice
Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva has requested an inspection by the Ministry of Education and Science following widespread reports of technical and organizational problems with the second compulsory state matriculation exams and profile-based training exams.
Burgas students to visit South Korea with funding from Friendship Association
The Korea-Bulgaria Friendship Association will fund annual visits for two students from Burgas to South Korea. The initiative aims to promote academic exchange and support those studying the Korean language.
Matriculation results 2026: Ministry of Education announces graduates' grades today
Today, the Ministry of Education and Science presents the official results of the state matriculation exams for 12th grade. See which were the most preferred subjects and the topics of the Bulgarian language and literature exam.
Teachers in strike readiness: will the 2026/2027 school year start?
"Education Syndicate" at CT "Podkrepa" reports high mobilization among teachers due to the 2026 budget, the linking of salaries to student results, and the withdrawal of funds from schools.
Minister Georgi Valchev: Improving the quality of higher education remains a priority
Minister of Education Prof. Georgi Valchev emphasized the importance of quality in higher education. Tuition fees for the 2026/2027 academic year and measures to attract students were discussed.
55,000 fourth-graders take their first Bulgarian language and literature exam
The national external assessment in Bulgarian language and literature for 55,000 fourth-graders is taking place today in 1,706 schools; results will be announced by June 15, 2026.
"Vazrazhdane" demands a complete ban on private electronic school registers in Bulgarian schools
The "Vazrazhdane" party is insisting on a ban on foreign private software in education, citing risks to digital sovereignty and the personal data of half a million students.
Education crisis: 50% of vocational high schools do not meet market needs
A new 2026 study by the IME reveals a drastic gap between vocational training in Bulgaria and business needs. See which sectors are suffering from labor shortages.
Minister Valchev hints at changes to the "little matura" to reduce stress for fourth-graders
Minister of Education Georgi Valchev announced that the national external assessment in the 4th grade will be analyzed and changes to its format are possible so that it does not unnecessarily burden the children and the system.
State Matriculation Exam in Bulgarian Language and Literature 2026: Correct answers and essay topics
The Ministry of Education and Science has published the official correct answers for the 2026 Bulgarian Language and Literature matriculation exam. See the topics for the interpretive essay and the argumentative essay, as well as all the essential information about the exam.