Martine Hansen, the current parliamentary group co-president, emphasised the need for a “fundamental overhaul” and the importance of involving those in the field, particularly teachers, in major reforms. The CSV has frequently criticised Minister of Education Claude Meisch for not consulting with teachers in recent years.
In addressing language instruction reforms, the CSV is against further expanding the European school network to prevent the emergence of a parallel education system. Instead, the party advocates for “an evaluation” of European schools, with successful aspects integrated into the conventional public school system.
Hansen noted that ensuring equal educational opportunities for all students is a primary concern for the CSV. To achieve this, the party calls for equitable resources and facilities in all primary schools and the recruitment of highly qualified teaching staff. The CSV reiterated its demand to make the teaching profession more attractive, partly by reducing administrative burdens on teachers. To support this goal, primary schools would require dedicated school management, as is already the case in secondary schools.
Promoting technology, IT, and natural sciences education is another key aspect of the CSV’s education agenda, applicable to both primary and secondary schools.
Finally, the CSV advocates for the elimination of academic sections in classical secondary education. Instead, the party advocates for students to have flexibility in selecting their main and minor subjects to tailor their education to their individual interests and needs.
