Education
News about education, schools, universities, curricula, teachers, and initiatives in the field of knowledge.
Ukrainian Children Successfully Completed a Bulgarian Language Course
Ukrainian refugee children completed a Bulgarian language course, level A1, in Burgas. The project includes support for children and families, providing them with integration and a future. Participants received certificates and gifts.
Scholarships for Doctoral Students and Students: 27% and 15% Increase
The government approved a 27.3% increase in scholarships for doctoral students to 1562 leva and a 15% increase for students. The new amounts will come into effect from October 1, 2025 (doctoral students) and immediately after publication (students).
Project "Strong Start": 1550 Kindergartens
Over 1550 kindergartens and schools in Bulgaria participate in the Ministry of Education and Science's "Strong Start" project. The program provides additional support for children with special educational needs (SEN), children at risk, and gifted children, promoting early childhood development and inclusion. The project is funded with 140 million leva.
First School Day: Hope and Success for Students
September 15th – the beginning of the school year. Teachers, students, and parents unite in their pursuit of knowledge and the development of conscious individuals. Success requires perseverance, support, and cooperation.
57,000 First-Graders for 2025/2026: Renovations, Teachers, and Reforms
Around 57,000 children will become first-graders in the 2025/2026 academic year. The Ministry of Education plans large-scale school renovations, addressing the teacher shortage, and reforming curricula. The number of schools operating in two shifts is being reduced.
A Chance for Burgas Talent: Free Training for Young Talents
The "Chance for the Children and Nature of Bulgaria" Foundation and the Center for Young Talents are offering free training opportunities in Burgas.
NLA: Natural Science Problems in Math Tests
Changes to the national leaving assessment (NLA) include new math problems with elements of physics, chemistry, and biology.
Higher Education in Burgas: A Debate on European Standards
Burgas is hosting a series of events on the quality of higher education. Experts from ENQA will be evaluating NAA, and academics will discuss data.
INSAIT and the Government Support the EXPLORER Program for Talents
The Prime Minister and the Minister of Education support INSAIT's EXPLORER program, which provides monthly scholarships of 2000 BGN to retain young talents in Bulgaria.
MES introduces new quality system in schools and kindergartens
The Ministry of Education and Science is introducing a new quality system in schools and kindergartens, starting from the 2026/2027 academic year.
National Program for the Digitalization of Community Centers and Libraries
Bulgaria is launching a program for the digitalization of community centers and libraries with a budget of 60 million BGN, which will fund 760 new digital clubs.
Student Loans: The Government Guarantees up to 30 Million BGN for 2026
The government will guarantee student and PhD student loans up to 30 million BGN for 2026, reducing the support compared to 2023. Since 2010, 22,088 loans have been granted.
Changes in Education: Commission Discussed Three Bills
A parliamentary commission discussed key changes in education, including language support, early childhood development, and the role of technologies.
NAA: Problems, Hopes, and Archaeological Secrets in Education
The rector of the National Academy of Arts (NAA), Prof. Georgi Yankov, revealed the challenges facing higher arts education.
Government allocates over 1.9 million BGN for education development
The government has allocated 1,931,929 BGN for the development of education. The funds will finance four national programs aimed at improving the learning environment and the development of children and students.