The principles governing school funding in Estonia have provoked numerous questions within educational institutions. The Ministry of Education has stipulated that beyond costs related to theater and museum tickets, schools should not ask parents to pay for other expenses that are part of the mandatory school curriculum. This directive raises crucial questions for schools regarding what items are deemed necessary and whether these costs should be covered by the school budget. Examples given include basic supplies such as drawing tools and even sports equipment like skis and uniforms.

A recent update from the Ministry of Education aims to clarify the guidelines for funding, specifically delineating the boundaries between personal student supplies and those required for coursework. In a particular instance at Randvere School, Principal Piret Tislar highlighted ongoing uncertainties about what should be covered by the school, especially concerning resources such as ice skates necessary for physical education classes. The ambiguity surrounding these definitions could lead to disparities in resources available to students, depending on the schools' financial capability.

The Ministry of Education has indicated that the law does not explicitly list which items should be provided by schools or parents, which complicates the situation further. As schools navigate these financing guidelines, they face the critical task of ensuring all students have access to necessary materials for both educational success and equitable participation in physical and artistic programs. The ongoing discussion implies a need for clearer regulations and support to ensure that funding principles serve the best interests of students and uphold the integrity of the educational system.