# Greek opposition scrutiny of education policy

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/greek-opposition-scrutiny-of-education-policy
> Updated: 2026-08-24T18:49:41.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

The PASOK-Movement for Change party has intensified its scrutiny of the Greek Ministry of Education regarding transparency and policy implementation.

In July 2026, MP Stefanos Parastatidis filed a parliamentary inquiry demanding full disclosure of licensing documents for private universities (N.P.P.E.) for the 2025 and 2026 periods. The request sought details on applicants, beneficiaries, foreign parent universities, and financial guarantees, noting that a previous inquiry had received no substantive response.

By late August 2026, the opposition expanded its criticism following a policy presentation by Education Minister Sofia Zacharaki. The Minister’s plan for the upcoming school year includes 5,259 new permanent teacher appointments, the hiring of approximately 30,000 substitute teachers, and infrastructure projects such as the renovation of 669 school units. Other proposed initiatives include the pilot implementation of the ‘EduPlan AI’ system, the introduction of the International Baccalaureate in 11 schools, and the development of a ‘National Diploma’.

Parastatidis challenged the accountability of the ministry, specifically questioning the accuracy of teacher vacancy calculations and the readiness of the EduPlan AI system. Furthermore, the party raised concerns regarding the delayed implementation of the Multiple Textbook reform, scheduled for September 2027, and the transparency of licensing for non-state universities in light of recent court decisions.

## Claims

- The Greek Ministry of Education is scheduled to hold meetings with public school teachers on August 25 and 26. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- A multi-bill from the Ministry of Education is expected to be put up for public consultation in late August or early September. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The upcoming legislation concerns the new Lyceum and the National Graduation Certificate (Ethniko Apolytirio). (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Teachers are demanding salary increases and improvements to the evaluation system. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Educators are seeking equal rights for permanent and substitute teachers. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- A new ministerial decision aims to unify the framework for educational activities outside of school units. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Teachers are concerned that new regulations will increase administrative burdens such as committees and reports. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The Federation of Teachers (DOE) President Nikos Vourdoumpas expressed concern over the lack of meetings with political leadership since May 2025. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-24: Greece Education Minister announces new school year reforms

Greek Education Minister Sofia Zacharaki announced reforms for the new school year, including thousands of teacher hires, school renovations, and digital initiatives, amid criticism from the PASOK opposition.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pasok-criticizes-greek-education-ministers-policy-presentation

### 2026-07-29: Greek PASOK MP Stefanos Parastatidis demands licensing documents for private universities

PASOK MP Stefanos Parastatidis re‑filed a request for all licensing documents on private universities for 2025‑26, accusing Greece’s education ministry of opacity.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greek-pasok-mp-stefanos-parastatidis-demands-licensing-documents-for-private-universities

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