# Hungarian-language education support in Europe

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/hungarian-language-education-support-in-europe
> Updated: 2026-09-05T18:50:28.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Hungarian-language schools in Romania, Hungary, and Ukraine have commenced the new academic year, supported by various government and community initiatives aimed at preserving cultural identity and mother-tongue education.

In Romania, the Iskola Alapítány is launching an after-school program supported by the Hungarian government to assist approximately 3,500 students across 73 schools in 13 counties. Local celebrations and gift distributions have been noted in Târgu Mureș and Satu Mare, while events in Hungary have focused on introducing young students to folk culture.

In Transcarpathia, Ukraine, Hungarian Deputy State Secretary István Kollai emphasized continued government support for educational institutions ranging from kindergartens to higher education. This support includes teacher assistance, nutrition programs, and 115 million forints for repairing buildings damaged by storms. Ildikó Orosz, president of the Transcarpathian Hungarian Teachers' Association, noted recent agreements between Hungary and Ukraine regarding minority issues as a positive development, expressing hope for a legal framework to ensure the free use of the mother tongue in schools.

## Claims

- The School Foundation is launching an afternoon education program for Hungarian students in Romania. (single source)
- The program is supported by the Hungarian government. (single source)
- The program will operate in 73 schools across 67 settlements. (single source)
- 211 teachers will participate in the program. (single source)
- Approximately 3,500 students are expected to participate in the new school year. (single source)
- The program provides financial assistance for children's daily warm lunches. (single source)
- The Turóczi Mózes Primary School held a ceremony to welcome students for the 2026/2027 school year. (single source)
- The Turóczi Mózes Primary School welcomed 52 new preparatory class students this year. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-05: Hungarian government supports Transcarpathian Hungarian schools

Hungarian officials and educators marked the start of the school year for Hungarian schools in Transcarpathia, pledging continued educational support and infrastructure repairs despite the war.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hungarian-government-supports-transcarpathian-hungarian-schools

### 2026-09-05: Hungarian-language schools begin new academic year in Hungary and Romania

Hungarian-language schools in Hungary and Romania are beginning the new academic year with cultural celebrations, after-school support programs, and community-focused educational initiatives.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/schools-in-romania-begin-new-academic-year-with-minority-education-initiatives

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