The start of the 2023 school year promises to be rich in changes for elementary school, collège and lycée students. With a particular focus on reinforcing fundamental skills, let's discover together these major new features announced by French Education Minister Gabriel Attal, this August 28, 2023.
The start of a new school year is never the same. For the start of the 2023 school year, many changes can be expected. We take a look at the government's announcements concerning education.
At primary level, the objective is clear: to raise standards. Key measures include
- The spelling plan for CM1 and CM2 pupils.
- The introduction of 2 hours of writing and reading per day for CP and CM1-CM2.
- A national assessment in CM1 in French and mathematics.
- Reinforced support for CM1 pupils with learning difficulties.
- Production of a written text every week in CM2.
- Weekly reading of at least two long texts for CM1 and CM2.
In middle school, sixth form is considered a crucial stage. Here are the innovations for this class:
- 1 hour of support per week in French and maths.
- Homework made compulsory, with 2.5 hours of support per week.
- More cultural and sporting activities with the extension of the Culture Pass.
- Two hours of sports per week.
- Vacation success courses.
- Measures to effectively replace absent teachers.
- Tougher sanctions against bullies.
At lycée, the major changes concern :
- The return of mathematics to the core curriculum.
- A revision of the baccalaureate timetable, with specialty tests moved to June.
Throughout the year, these changes are aimed at providing a better education and giving every student the tools they need to succeed. Parents and students are encouraged to take note of these new features to make the most of the comingschool year.
