Édouard Philippe proposes school schedule reforms for 2027

Former Prime Minister Édouard Philippe has proposed a significant reorganization of the French school calendar and daily schedule as part of his vision for the 2027 presidential campaign. During a digital meeting on education attended by approximately 5,000 participants, Philippe argued that the current model—which concentrates many teaching hours into a limited number of days followed by long holiday periods—is not optimal for children.

His proposal suggests concentrating academic instruction in the mornings, leaving afternoons more available for sports, cultural activities, language learning, or the study of foreign civilizations. To facilitate this shift, Philippe indicated that the school calendar would likely need adjustment, potentially involving shorter holiday breaks, specifically mentioning the Toussaint and Easter periods.