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Over Half of Israelis Rate Education System Negatively and See It as Unequal, Survey Finds

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First reported by Maariv · 5 hours ago

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A new survey shows over half of Israelis rate the education system negatively and see it as unequal, despite high parental satisfaction with their own children's schools. Key issues include teaching quality, physical conditions, widespread private tutoring, and ineffective remote learning. The State Comptroller has called for urgent action against youth violence in schools, while many Israelis prioritize education reform over other public services.

  • 0151% of Israelis rate the education system negatively, only 42% view it positively.
  • 02Only 49% believe the system provides equitable services to all populations.
  • 03Parental satisfaction is high: over 80% satisfied with their children's schools and kindergartens.
  • 04Significant dissatisfaction exists with teaching quality and school physical conditions.
  • 05Private tutoring is widespread, with 35-39% of students receiving extra lessons.
  • 06Remote learning is viewed as ineffective by about two-thirds of parents.

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WallaCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
Over Half of Israelis Rate Education System Negatively and See It as Unequal, Survey Finds
MaarivCenter · Hebrew5 hours ago
Majority of Israelis Dissatisfied with Education System Performance, Survey Finds

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