Algeria's educational institutions are fully prepared to welcome students for the 2026-2027 school year, according to an official statement from the Ministry of National Education. Saad Belabbas (سعد بلعباس), representative of the Minister of National Education and Central Inspector at the Ministry of National Education (وزارة التربية الوطنية), affirmed the full readiness of all schools across the country. Mr. Belabbas specifically stated, "All educational institutions are ready to receive students for the 2026-2027 school year, including those that were damaged during the wave of fires witnessed in some wilayas." This declaration signals the sector's thorough preparedness for the upcoming academic period across the country, ensuring a smooth start for students.
Infrastructure and Staff Readiness
Educational institutions that sustained damage during the wave of fires in some wilayas are now fully prepared to receive students, having undergone necessary repairs and preparations. This includes all facilities that were affected by the recent fire incidents, ensuring their structural integrity and functionality for the new academic year. In parallel with infrastructure readiness, the Ministry of National Education has also organized extensive training sessions for newly recruited teachers. These sessions were specifically designed to enhance their pedagogical skills and equip them with the necessary tools and methodologies ahead of the new academic year. Additionally, to enrich the primary school curriculum, the Ministry announced the upcoming publication of a specialized sports activities book for third-grade primary school students. This new resource aims to promote physical education and active learning from an early age.
New Curriculum Focus
A significant aspect of the upcoming academic year involves a focused curriculum on environmental awareness and health. Opening lessons across all educational stages will specifically address and explore the key relationship between environment and health. For primary education, the inaugural lesson will specifically address "The Relationship of the Tree to Health," noting the vital role of nature in well-being.
The opening lesson for middle school education will delve deeper, covering the impact of environmental damage on health and further exploring the intrinsic connection between trees and health. At the secondary education level, the initial lesson will concentrate on "Protecting Forest Environments as an Imperative Necessity," emphasizing conservation and the critical importance of healthy ecosystems. These carefully chosen topics aim to integrate environmental awareness and health education into the curriculum from the very start of the academic year, fostering a generation conscious of ecological responsibility and personal well-being.
Teacher Supply and Class Sizes
The national target for class sizes in Algeria ranges between 25 and 28 students per classroom, a standard upheld by the Ministry of National Education to ensure optimal learning conditions. Saad Belabbas, the representative of the Ministry of National Education, acknowledged that some new residential areas might experience exceptions to this target. Belabbas stated, "The national target ranges between 25 and 28 students per classroom, but some new residential areas where the pace of educational institution construction has not kept up with population growth may see exceptional cases ranging between 35 and 36 students per classroom, a rate that remains acceptable and manageable according to available data." These exceptional cases are primarily due to new housing developments outpacing the construction of new schools and educational facilities. Despite these isolated instances, the Ministry asserts that the class sizes remain within manageable limits, allowing for effective teaching and learning.
Resource Availability
Approximately 80 million books are estimated for the current school year, according to official figures released by the Ministry. The Ministry of National Education anticipates this substantial volume of publications will adequately meet the needs of students across the country, ensuring every learner has access to essential educational materials. Additionally, a new English language textbook specifically designed for second-year middle school students will be released for the upcoming academic year. This full textbook will be accompanied by a dedicated guide, providing valuable support for both students in their learning journey and educators in their teaching methodologies for the subject. These releases aim to ensure adequate and updated learning materials are readily available as the 2026-2027 school year begins, supporting the educational goals of all students.