Eurydice

Increasing achievement and motivation in mathematics and science learning in schools. In our fast-changing and technology-driven societies, education in mathematics and science is crucial for ensuring that children and young people have the necessary skills, knowledge and mind-set to be responsible and active citizens. Despite the emphasis on numeracy and scientific literacy in the European...

Are teachers in Europe well paid? What prospects for salary increases do they have as they progress in their career? Have teachers gained or lost purchasing power in recent years? Teachers’ remuneration and career prospects are an intrinsic part of policies aiming to attract the best-qualified graduates and retain the best teachers. The report shows...

Teachers play an essential role in the learning process and in making it a fruitful experience for all students. The pandemic, the rapid transition from face-to-face to distance learning have further highlighted their essential contribution to our societies. If in one hand, teachers’ role is evolving as new demands and expectations arise, together with new...

Full report EN TR Comparative analysis BG CNR DE ES FR HR LV PT RO SR European Commission Press release This report analyses the statutory salaries of teachers and school heads in pre-primary, primary and general secondary public schools in 42 European education systems in 2017/18. The report shows the main changes in statutory salaries...

Full version EN Comparative analysis DE FR This report gives information on statutory salaries and allowances for teachers and school heads in pre-primary, primary and secondary public school. The comparative analyses, which includes 41 European education systems, shows an increase in teacher's pay but also differences in salary conditions and salary progression across Europe. Salaries...

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Full version BG CNR CS DE EN ES FR IT LV MT PT RO SR TR The higher education sector has experienced profound changes in recent years. As student numbers have continued to increase, new steering and funding mechanisms have been established, quality assurance systems have been further developed and societal demands have expanded. Yet...

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Full version EN Comparative overview: DE ES FR MK PT RO SLA SR In 2015/16, teachers' salaries increased in 24 countries or regions, while they remained at about the same level in 16. Over the last seven years, in real terms, minimum statutory salaries have increased or remained stable in most European countries, although they...

Full version: EN Summary BS CNR DE ES FR HR RO This annual report provides a comparative analysis on teachers' and school heads' statutory salaries and allowances in Europe for 2014/15. It also includes individual country sheets with detailed information on issues such as annual gross salaries, salary progression and available allowances. The report covers...