28 Aug '14

Brussels faces shortage of teachers as year begins

Summary

Dutch-language schools in Brussels are short of 65 teachers, with the new school year due to begin on 1 September

Director warns of problems

A few days before the start of the new school year, Dutch-speaking schools in Brussels are still looking for 65 teachers. The figures, which cover both primary and secondary education, were announced by tvbrussel.
 

Schools that don’t manage to fill their vacancies by 1 September will have a big problem, according to Joachim Kelecom, director of the Atheneum secondary school in Brussels’ Ukkel district.

“It’s very difficult to get children back into the school structure if you have to send them home early or leave them for some time in the general study room on the first day,” he said. “The teacher who eventually takes on the job has also missed the start, so this situation should really be avoided.”

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Dutch-language schools in Brussels are short of 65 teachers, with the new school year due to begin on 1 September.

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Educational system

The Flemish educational system is divided into two levels: primary (age six to 12) and secondary school (12 to 18). Education is compulsory for children between the ages of six and 18.
Types - There are three educational networks in Flanders: the Flemish Community’s GO! network, and publicly funded education – either publicly or privately run.
Not enough space - In recent years, Flemish schools have been struggling with persistent teacher shortages and a growing lack of school spaces.
No tuition fees - Nursery, primary and secondary school are free in Flanders.
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million school-going children in 2013

30

million euros Flemish education budget for new school infrastructures in 2013

11

percent of boys leaving secondary school without a diploma

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