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Germany faces educational reform debate following record-low PISA results

Germany's school system records its worst PISA results in 25 years, prompting calls from politicians for tougher standards and language tests.

By 11 Sep 2026 · 10:31 CET Updated 11 Sep 2026 · 10:31 CET
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  • Core Briefing: Germany faces educational reform debate following record-low PISA results
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Germany's school system has recorded its worst results since PISA assessments began 25 years ago, according to a recent report published by The Local. The disappointing performance has triggered a fresh wave of concern among educators, families, and policymakers across the country.

In response to the data, politicians are calling for specific measures to address the decline, including the implementation of mandatory language tests and significantly tougher academic standards within schools.

However, education experts have pushed back against these proposed solutions. Specialists argue that the true root of the problem lies elsewhere, setting up a broader debate over how best to reform the German educational landscape.

Source: The Local. Read the original report ↗

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