Luxembourg Unveils New School Curriculum for Young Learners

The Luxembourg government has unveiled a fresh education plan aimed at modernizing learning for primary school children, starting from the 2026–2027 school year. The new curriculum outlines updated learning goals and core skills pupils should master by the end of each stage of their early schooling, reflecting current societal needs and educational research.

The plan was introduced by Claude Meisch, Minister of Education, and Luc Weis, director of the pedagogical research coordination service, who said the changes are designed to better equip students for future challenges. While details are gradually being rolled out, officials emphasize a modern framework that aligns teaching with real-world skills. 

This update follows ongoing efforts to improve equity and learning outcomes across Luxembourg’s multilingual and diverse school system, building on earlier reforms.

The changes will take effect in phases, giving schools and teachers time to adjust to the updated standards and expectations.

Read more: https://gouvernement.lu/en/actualites/agenda.gouvernement2024%2Bfr%2Bactualites%2Btoutes_actualites%2Bcommuniques%2B2026%2B02-fevrier%2B06-meisch-plan-etudes.html

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