# Greek kindergarten educator protests

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/greek-kindergarten-educator-protests
> Updated: 2026-09-16T05:27:42.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Greek educators have initiated protests against a new Ministry of Education directive concerning kindergarten operations for the 2026-2027 school year. The circular mandates that kindergarten directors and heads must take on a morning class session.

Educators and groups such as the Autonomous Network of Educators P.E. argue that this regulation contradicts existing legal frameworks, specifically Presidential Decree 79/2017 and Law 4823/2021. They contend that class allocation should be determined by Teachers' Associations, with directors only intervening during disagreements. Critics claim the mandate undermines school autonomy and interferes with administrative and pedagogical duties.

In the Achaia region, unrest has grown as educators highlight potential institutional dysfunction. Representative Tasos Stavrogiannopoulos noted a contradiction in the circular, which acknowledges the role of Teachers' Associations while simultaneously predetermining assignments through administrative instruction. Protesters are calling for the suspension or withdrawal of the regulation, citing a need for permanent staff, administrative support, and respect for collective decision-making.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-16: Greek kindergarten educators protest new Ministry of Education circular

Greek kindergarten educators in Achaia are protesting a new Ministry of Education circular that mandates principals teach morning classes, citing administrative difficulties and a lack of respect for teacher's'

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-kindergarten-educators-protest-new-ministry-of-education-circular

### 2026-09-12: Greek educators protest mandatory morning classes for kindergarten directors

Greek educators are protesting a new Ministry of Education directive that mandates kindergarten directors must teach a morning class, arguing it undermines school autonomy and existing laws.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-educators-protest-mandatory-morning-classes-for-kindergarten-directors

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