Armenia’s Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport and the European Union Delegation have jointly presented the current results of reforms implemented under the “EU Support to Education in Armenia” financing agreement.
According to the ministry, one of the key areas of the programme is the development of educational infrastructure. Construction and major renovation works have already been carried out in 13 selected schools in the Kapan and Goris communities of Syunik region, achieving more than half of the targets set for 2025.
Significant progress has also been recorded in improving school management. Around 50 percent of state general education schools have transitioned to a new management system, while 346 principals have been appointed based on recommendations by professional commissions, ensuring transparency and high professional standards.
A new funding mechanism has been introduced to improve the organisation of multi-grade classes, fully meeting the target set in this area.
To support the development of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education, 231 schools in the Ararat, Kotayk and Gegharkunik regions have been equipped with modern laboratories, meeting programme targets.
At the same time, around 9,000 teachers have been trained in line with new educational standards, also fully achieving the target in this area. Career guidance programmes have been introduced in all schools across Armenia for grades 8 to 11, supporting students in career orientation and informed educational choices.
As part of efforts to modernise educational content, around 27 percent of school projects focus on the green economy and climate change, meeting the established target.
A new assessment system has been introduced in schools across Armenia, ensuring full implementation of the planned results.
Based on the assessment of these targets, the European Union has allocated €8.55 million for education reforms
The ministry reaffirmed its commitment to continuing education reforms to ensure quality, inclusive and modern education for all citizens of Armenia, and highlighted the importance of its close and effective cooperation with the European Union Delegation in Armenia in the successful implementation of the EU budget support programme.
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