Local authorities work to maintain enrollment in public schools despite demographic decline, as experts report a battle between governments and private institutions over children, with funding as a key tool.
Demographic Challenges for Public Schools
Local authorities are taking various measures to ensure public schools and kindergartens maintain adequate numbers of students despite ongoing demographic decline.
Competition for Students
According to experts, a regular battle has emerged between local governments and owners of private educational institutions for children and youth enrollment.
Funding Disputes
Withholding funding has become one of the key tools in the struggle between public and private educational providers as they compete for students.