Education
News about education, schools, universities, curricula, teachers, and initiatives in the field of knowledge.
Classroom 4th grade, part 1
Tasks for preparing for the National External Assessment for students in 4th grade in Bulgarian language and literature and mathematics for the 2025–2026 school year. Includes texts with reading, analysis, grammatical and complex tasks.
The Ministry of Education and NALAG Join Forces for Technological Education
The Ministry of Education and NALAG are collaborating to develop technological education. A memorandum has been signed, emphasizing key competencies for young people and upcoming investments in school infrastructure.
Applied Programming Training for Tenth Graders
Over 150 tenth-graders will participate in applied programming training during the next academic year, as part of the IT skills program. The training sessions are held across the country, aimed at fulfilling the demand for IT specialists.
BSU Celebrated its 35th Academic Year with a Ceremony
A ceremony at the Burgas Free University (BSU) marked the beginning of the new academic year. Representatives of the university, public figures, and guests gathered at the event, sending wishes for success to the students.
Reform of standards and introduction of new educational programs in Bulgaria in 2026
2026 introduces new national quality standards and government programs - key integration in STEM, digital technologies and support for early childhood development
Ministry of Education publishes new sample tasks for the National External Assessment in Mathematics with integration of natural sciences
The Ministry of Education and Science expanded the models for the national external assessment in mathematics for 7th and 10th grade with additional tasks related to natural sciences.
Burgas: Sofia University Branch Opens Academic Year
The Burgas branch of Sofia University opens its third academic year on October 2nd. The curriculum will include Japanese and Chinese, expanding educational opportunities.
National Mathematics Assessment for Sixth Graders on October 3rd
A national mathematics assessment for sixth graders is scheduled for October 3rd. Approximately 55,000 students will participate in an online test evaluating key skills. The results will help improve education.
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.