Education in Iceland

The system of education in Iceland is divided in four levels: playschool, compulsory, upper secondary and higher, and is similar to that of other Nordic countries. Education is mandatory for children aged 6–16. Most institutions are funded by the state; there are very few private schools in the country. Iceland is a country with gymnasia.

Education in Iceland
Ministry of Education,
Science and Culture
Minister of Education,
Science and Culture
Lilja Alfreðsdóttir
National education budget (2023)
BudgetISK 46.3 billion
General details
Primary languagesIcelandic
System typeNational
Current system2007
Literacy (2023)
Total60%
Male53%
Female68%
Enrollment
TotalNot available
Primary100% (graduating)
Secondary97%
Post secondaryNot available
Attainment
Secondary diploma57%
Post-secondary diplomaNot available
Secondary and tertiary education divided into academic and vocational systems.
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