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🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Between Demand and Academic Excellence: The Debate Facing South Korea

The article discusses the intense competition in South Korea's education system and the impact it has on children's well-being as parents enroll their children in private academies for better chances at top universities.

Mar 1 • 03:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Hours before the start of the Buenos Aires school cycle, a private school closes in the northern area of the conurbano

A private school in Martínez, Buenos Aires, has closed its doors permanently just hours before the new school year begins due to a deepening economic crisis.

Feb 28 • 20:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Appeal court rejects latest challenge to adding VAT to UK private school fees

The UK appeal court has rejected a challenge against adding VAT to private school fees, emphasizing parents' options for home schooling.

Feb 27 • 15:08 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Academic Challenges of Modernity - The Future of Private Universities

The article discusses the evolving landscape of higher education in Poland, focusing on the strategic role and priorities of private institutions like Akademia Humanitas in response to demographic changes and student expectations.

Feb 27 • 09:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Private technical school closes and students are surprised in the interior of SP

Students at the private technical school Grau Técnico in Araraquara, SP, faced unexpected class suspensions and closure of the institution without prior notice.

Feb 27 • 03:05 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Lisa Magnusson: Of course, the driving license process should be simplified

Lisa Magnusson argues that the expensive and time-consuming training for private driving instructors should be abolished to streamline the driving license process.

Feb 26 • 21:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Private School in Ulsan Delayed Disciplinary Action Over Sexual Assault Allegations Leaves Victims Distressed

Disciplinary procedures against a teacher at a private school in Ulsan, accused of sexual assault, have been delayed, forcing victims to leave the city due to ongoing fear.

Feb 26 • 06:12 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The private 'SaulÄ—s' gymnasium will be established in a special location in Vilnius: with a swimming pool, wellness center, and modern educational spaces

The 'SaulÄ—s' private gymnasium is planning to build a new facility in Vilnius, emphasizing health and wellness in education.

Feb 26 • 06:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

After Multi-Property Regulation, Treatment for the Educational Challenge

The article discusses the need for President Lee Jae-myung to address the educational crisis in South Korea following his firm stance on real estate policy reforms.

Feb 25 • 10:15 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Secret to Success: Solving Various Problems... I Need My Own Study Approach

A South Korean student shares his success in gaining admission to a prestigious university through autonomous study without relying on private tutoring.

Feb 25 • 05:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Teacher at £28,000-a-year private school BANNED from classrooms after sending sick photos

Nicholas Ryde, a former teacher at a private school in London, has been banned from teaching due to his involvement in distributing child sex abuse material.

Feb 24 • 14:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Criminals steal wires, and classes are suspended at a private university in Campo Grande

Classes at the Anhanguera Uniderp University in Campo Grande were suspended due to a power outage caused by stolen wires.

Feb 24 • 14:18 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The debate on the regulation of private online vocational training opens a rift in the Education Council of Catalonia

A debate over the regulation of private online vocational training in Catalonia highlights divisions between business associations and the Generalitat, unions, and families.

Feb 24 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

University students can negotiate student debts in a collective effort starting Wednesday (25) in Manaus

A collective event in Manaus will allow university students to negotiate their outstanding student debts with private higher education institutions.

Feb 24 • 01:36 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

A Few Clicks and the Semester Passed. 'Collegium Humanum is Nothing'

Newsweek reveals that the private university Collegium Humanum, offering fully online post-graduate studies, continues operations despite critical government oversight.

Feb 23 • 19:22 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The Mayor of the 6th Arrondissement Urges the City of Paris to Release Funds Owed to Stanislas College

The Mayor of the 6th arrondissement of Paris pressures the city to release 1.4 million euros in suspended funds owed to Stanislas College, a private Catholic institution currently seeking financial support amid an ongoing investigation.

Feb 23 • 19:09 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

At Lyon 2 University where Quentin Deranque studied, a professor reveals he teaches under 'private protection'

A professor at Lyon 2 University has disclosed that he teaches under private protection following intimidation by masked individuals, relating it to an antifascist presence on campus.

Feb 23 • 18:16 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Pro-Russian Political Scientist Will Not Lead Postgraduate Studies. University Reacts to Our Publication

After the publication by OKO.press revealing that pro-Russian academic Leszek Sykulski was set to lead postgraduate studies at a private university in Gdańsk, Sykulski has been removed from the institution's staff list.

Feb 23 • 12:57 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

A private spot will cost over 250,000 kroner. The Parliament ensures that students will have it at public schools.

The Norwegian Parliament is taking steps to preserve the English-language curriculum in Oslo public schools after an announcement that it would be discontinued, which has shocked students.

Feb 23 • 12:47 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘The Private School Scandal Mall’ Wansan Academy Continues Controversy Even Under the Temporary Board System

Controversy surrounds Wansan Academy as allegations of improper personnel actions arise despite being under a temporary board system intended for reform.

Feb 23 • 06:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Private Universities and the Battle Against Liberal Thought

The article discusses the rise of private educational institutions in Spain, driven by ultraconservative organizations aiming to promote their ideology.

Feb 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Five teachers arrested for raping a 13-year-old student

Five teachers from a private school in Odisha, India, have been arrested on charges of raping a 13-year-old student after a complaint was filed by her parents and the district child welfare committee.

Feb 22 • 01:54 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Sexual Harassment of Student in School

A serious case of alleged sexual harassment involving a seventh-grade student has emerged from a private English medium school in the Rajkanika police area of Kendrapara district, Odisha, prompting immediate investigations by child welfare officials and police.

Feb 21 • 14:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

A Russian-speaking private school is being established in Turku - later, Chinese and Arabic may also be offered as languages of instruction

A new Russian-language private school is planned in Turku, Finland, with aims to expand language offerings in the future to include Chinese and Arabic.

Feb 21 • 13:42 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Ayuso and the municipalities of Madrid 'mortgage' for decades 100 public plots ceded for public-private projects

Isabel Díaz Ayuso's government has allocated 100 public land parcels in Madrid for long-term exploitation by private operators, mirroring a controversial public education funding model.

Feb 21 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Private medical students perform worse than public school students in 94% of the questions on the Enamed

Private medical students in Brazil scored lower than their public school counterparts on 94% of the questions in the Enamed exam, despite having a more favorable socioeconomic profile.

Feb 20 • 02:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Increase in Private School Applications due to 'Tuition-Free High School' Initiative? Different Circumstances Across Regions

Japan is experiencing varying impacts on private high school applications as the government plans to expand its 'tuition-free' initiative, particularly affecting regions like Osaka and Tokyo.

Feb 19 • 21:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Back to school: parents seek alternatives for school transport

As schools resume, parents are exploring alternative transport options like private rides for their children due to longer travel times on school vans.

Feb 19 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Kristina Kallas: Estonia does not support 'chat control'

Estonian Minister of Education Kristina Kallas announced that Estonia does not support the mandatory surveillance of private internet conversations, known as 'chat control', in the EU discussions.

Feb 19 • 12:09 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Teacher arrested for child pornography - could return to work

Two teachers were arrested in Stockholm for child pornography, with one returning to work in a private school despite the allegations.

Feb 19 • 05:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Police Cannot Alert Independent Schools About Suspected Teacher

Police are unable to warn independent schools when an employee is suspected of child pornography offenses due to the public access principle not applying to private employers.

Feb 18 • 15:38 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

At the Valkas Gymnasium, violence among students is addressed at least once a week; LIZDA points out - the problem is everywhere

Valkas Gymnasium is actively addressing instances of student-on-student violence, which has recently been exposed through social media posts and private group interactions.

Feb 18 • 14:21 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Admit Card Not Granted Due to Fees, Student Depressed for Not Taking Exam

A student in Uttar Pradesh faced severe anxiety and depression after a private school withheld his admit card due to unpaid fees, preventing him from taking his board exams.

Feb 18 • 08:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mobile Phones in Higher Education: To Ban or Not? - The Subject #1661

Private universities in São Paulo have implemented a ban on mobile phones in classrooms, sparking a debate about autonomy and concentration among students.

Feb 18 • 03:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Was Gwyneth Paltrow’s daughter expelled from prestigious school due to bullying?

Apple Martin, daughter of Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin, addressed rumors of her expulsion from a private university due to bullying, asserting her understanding of not being liked by everyone.

Feb 17 • 13:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

WAEC releases 2025 private WASSCE results, female candidates outperform males

The West African Examinations Council has released the results of the 2025 Second Series of the Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination for private candidates, indicating a decline in overall performance compared to the previous year.

Feb 16 • 21:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Pro-Kremlin Political Scientist to Teach 'Mechanisms of Global Play' at University in Gdańsk

Pro-Kremlin political scientist Leszek Sykulski is launching geostrategic studies at a private university in Gdańsk, Poland, drawing criticism due to previous corruption allegations against the institution's former rector.

Feb 16 • 06:05 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

The idea of changes in schools has sparked a storm. "Evidence of complete detachment"

The youth wing of the Left party in Poland has proposed major changes to the education system, including a ban on public funding for private schools, leading to significant criticism and debate.

Feb 15 • 19:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

PL Wants Paulo Guedes as Economic Guru for Flávio Bolsonaro

The PL party intends to suggest that Flávio Bolsonaro appoint Paulo Guedes as his economic advisor, reflecting on Guedes' previous tenure as Minister of Economy under Bolsonaro's father.

Feb 15 • 02:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The boom of private education in Spain: who is who in a 20 billion euro a year business

Private education in Spain is experiencing significant growth, driven by investment funds and increasing student numbers, particularly in universities and vocational training.

Feb 14 • 16:45 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Children are afraid of her. The owner of the private school Heřmánek allegedly bullied students and subordinates

The owner of a private school in Czechia is accused of bullying students and staff.

Feb 14 • 07:15 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Educational Voucher: Who Can Request the Benefit

The article discusses the educational voucher program in Argentina, detailing who is eligible to apply for the benefit and emphasizing the need for applicants to keep their information updated.

Feb 13 • 20:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

This is how strictly the city monitors the Joensuu daycare, where children's violence got out of hand

Authorities in Joensuu are closely monitoring a private daycare following a series of violence incidents among children.

Feb 13 • 11:05 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Driving Schools Struggle with Financial Problems - "It's Not Possible to Live Like This," Says Entrepreneur

Private driving schools in Finland are facing severe financial issues, with many forced to close or significantly reduce their services.

Feb 13 • 08:09 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

MP: A School's Mistake Locks Out 23 Dreams, 12th Graders Unable to Sit for First Board Exam

A serious oversight by a private school in Madhya Pradesh prevented 23 students from appearing for their first board exam.

Feb 12 • 12:28 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Attack at a university in Edomex: Man stabs 19-year-old female student on Ixtlahuaca campus

A man entered the gym at the Universidad de Ixtlahuaca and stabbed a 19-year-old female student, who was urgently transported to a private clinic in northern Mexico State.

Feb 11 • 23:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

MEC revokes announcement that would create three private medical courses in PI; 96 municipalities would be contemplated

The Brazilian Ministry of Education has revoked a public notice that proposed the establishment of three private medical courses in Piauí, which would have provided 180 new openings across the state's health regions.

Feb 11 • 23:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Police investigate racism complaint against porter at private school in Campinas, and Labor Public Prosecutor's Office examines the institution's conduct

The Civil Police in Brazil has opened an investigation into claims of racism made by a former porter, Rodnei Ferraz, against students at a private school in Campinas.

Feb 11 • 14:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Education comes from the cradle': doorman says he felt embarrassed after being called 'dirty black' by students at a private school in Campinas

Rodnei Ferraz, a former doorman at a Campinas private school, reported being racially insulted by students during a recovery exam, leading to his dismissal after he reported the incident.

Feb 11 • 13:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Child with Tourette's and ADHD is expelled from school in Fortaleza, and public prosecutor tries to reverse the case

An 11-year-old boy with Tourette's Syndrome and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) was expelled from a private school in Fortaleza, leading the Ceará Public Prosecutor's Office to intervene and demand his reinstatement.

Feb 11 • 12:54 UTC

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