Cyprus Ministry of Education outlines upcoming academic year reforms

On September 1, 2026, Minister of Education, Sports and Youth Athina Michailidou addressed a seminar at the Pedagogical Institute of Cyprus. The event, attended by primary education officers and inspectors, focused on preparing for the new academic year and outlining key reforms in teacher assessment, appointment systems, special education, and the overall pedagogical model. The Minister stated that the ministry is prioritizing administrative readiness to ensure a smooth and creative start to the school term.

The meeting served as a consultative platform for the Ministry to relay new policies to school staff and gather feedback, concerns, and suggestions from the field. Minister Michailidou emphasized that this two-way communication is essential for the effective implementation of educational policies and continuous improvement.

Following the seminar, Minister Michailidou faced a parliamentary inquiry on September 2, 2026. During this session, she addressed questions regarding the readiness of school infrastructure and provided further technical details on the implementation of the ongoing reforms to ensure that educational units are fully prepared to welcome students.