# Moldova advances Education 2030 reform and investments > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/moldova-social-assistance-reforms > Updated: 2026-09-14T03:19:00.000Z. Sources: 63. Developments: 20. Moldova is advancing its “Education 2030” reform through significant financial investments and structural changes. In August 2026, the government approved an implementation program for 2026–2030 involving approximately 13.5 billion lei. This funding targets modernization across all levels, including the creation of 5,000 new nursery places by late 2027 and the equipping of at least 400 schools and kindergartens. Administrative reforms to reduce bureaucracy took effect on September 1, 2026. New teacher certification regulations now allow educators to maintain certain teaching grades indefinitely after specific confirmation milestones. Additionally, the Ministry is rolling out the Electronic Catalog Information System (SICE) to all schools by the 2026-2027 academic year. To improve student assessment, the Ministry of Education and Research approved a new methodology for evaluating learning outcomes in primary classes. This framework introduces grades from 5 to 10 for fourth-grade students in core subjects like Mathematics and Languages, as well as an “Excellent” descriptor. To reduce student pressure, the rules limit evaluations to no more than two per week and exclude summative assessments for certain subjects. State Secretary Valentina Olaru noted the goal is to provide a clear framework for teachers to track progress. To address regional staffing, the Ministry has proposed a project to provide a one-time allowance of 300,000 lei to teachers who commit to teaching school subjects in the Romanian language within Gagauzia. To qualify, educators must commit to a minimum five-year period; failure to do so may require repayment of the allowance, except in cases of medical incapacity, death, or approved relocation. As the 2026 school year begins, the Ministry has addressed concerns regarding textbook availability in Chișinău, stating that local authorities had not yet reported shortages to the central fund. ## Claims - The agencies will assume school administration from district councils starting January 2027. (disputed by 5 sources) - The new agencies will assume school administration from regional councils starting January 2027. (disputed by 4 sources) - Teachers will receive a salary increase of 10% to 15% of their total income. (disputed by 2 sources) - Some teachers could see total salary increases of up to 30% including a performance bonus. (disputed) - Parliament approved the first reading of the ‘Restart’ education reform creating 35 Territorial Education Agencies. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Approximately 20 candidates scored a perfect 10 in the UMF Iași admission test. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Directors of the agencies will be selected by open competition and appointed for five‑year terms. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Over 200 students from Ion Creangă Pedagogical University will live in a renovated dormitory starting 1 September 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The renovation was funded by the World Bank with an investment of €1.8 million. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The dormitory is located on Suceava Street in Chișinău and provides two‑ or three‑room apartments for 2‑3 students each. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The building includes sanitary facilities, a furnished kitchen with refrigerator and induction cooktop, and accessibility features such as a ramp, elevator, and adapted rooms. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Minister Dan Perciun announced that by 2030, 19 student dormitories will be fully renovated with a total identified funding of €30 million. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-14: Moldova proposes 300,000 lei incentive for teachers in Gagauzia Moldova's Ministry of Education proposes a 300,000 lei allowance for teachers who commit to teaching in Romanian within Gagauzia for at least five years. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-proposes-300000-lei-incentive-for-teachers-in-gagauzia ### 2026-09-07: Moldova Ministry of Education approves new primary school evaluation methodology Moldova's Ministry of Education has approved a new primary school evaluation methodology, introducing a 5-10 grading scale for 4th graders and reducing the total number of weekly assessments. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-ministry-of-education-approves-new-primary-school-assessment-methodology ### 2026-09-06: Education systems in Romania and Moldova face reforms and logistical hurdles Romania and Moldova face educational challenges including teacher shortages, textbook procurement delays for new curricula, and efforts to implement dual education and skill-based reforms. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/labor-shortages-drive-educational-shifts-in-romania-and-moldova ### 2026-09-04: Moldova implements new selection rules for deputy school directors Moldova is implementing new Education Code provisions requiring competitive selection for deputy school directors to replace the current system where most hold positions without formal contests. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-implements-new-selection-rules-for-deputy-school-directors ### 2026-09-04: Moldova to implement electronic gradebooks in all schools by 2026 Moldova plans to implement the Electronic Catalog Information System (SICE) in all schools by the 2026-2027 academic year to digitize grading and administrative processes. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-to-implement-electronic-gradebooks-in-all-schools-by-2026 ### 2026-09-04: Moldova launches national inclusive education project with UNICEF Moldova is implementing a UNICEF-backed project to promote inclusive education in 60 schools, benefiting 19,200 students, including those with disabilities and refugee children. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-launches-national-inclusive-education-project-with-unicef ### 2026-09-02: Moldova implements new teacher certification regulations Moldova has updated its education regulations to reduce bureaucracy, allowing teachers to maintain certain teaching grades indefinitely and simplifying the certification process through electronic filing. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-implements-new-teacher-certification-regulations ### 2026-08-26: Moldova to reorganize Professional School no. 11 into social services center Moldova will reorganize Professional School no. 11 into a social services center for people with disabilities by 2027, while integrating vocational students into adapted technical schools. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-to-reorganize-professional-school-no-11-into-social-services-center ### 2026-08-26: Moldova expands financial incentives for young educators Moldova is expanding financial incentives for young specialists in technical and higher education, offering allowances up to 375,000 lei to encourage teaching in STEAM fields and regional areas. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-expands-financial-incentives-for-young-educators ### 2026-08-20: Moldova announces second round of vocational training admissions Moldova's Ministry of Education has announced a second round of vocational school admissions for August 20-28, 2026, offering 2,400 state-funded spots following high demand in the first round. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-announces-second-round-of-vocational-training-admissions ### 2026-08-18: Moldova approves 13.5 billion lei investment for Education 2030 strategy Moldova has approved a 13.5 billion lei investment plan for the “Education 2030” strategy, targeting school modernization, the creation of 5,000 nursery places, and expanded vocational training. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-approves-135-billion-lei-investment-for-education-2030-strategy ### 2026-07-29: Moldova Renovates Student Dormitory with World Bank Funding Moldova renovates a Chișinău student dormitory with €1.8 M World Bank aid, housing 200+ students from Sep 2026; plans to upgrade 19 dorms by 2030 for 5,000 modern places. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-revamps-student-dormitory-and-merges-streni-engineering-college-into-energy-centre ### 2026-07-29: Moldova Boosts Dual Education Funding, Covers Half of Companies' Training Costs Moldova will reimburse 50 % of companies' costs for training students in dual education, raising the fund to 25 million lei annually and aiming for 3 000 annual placements. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-boosts-dual-education-funding-covers-half-of-companies-training-costs ### 2026-07-29: Moldova approves ‘Restart’ education reform; teachers to see salary rise Moldova’s Parliament approved the ‘Restart’ education reform, creating 35 territorial agencies that will manage schools from Jan 2027 and trigger a 10‑15 % teacher salary rise, with some potentially up to 30 %. 18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldovan-teachers-to-receive-up-to-30-salary-boost-from-october-says-education-minister-dan-perciun ### 2026-07-22: Moldova reports empty national fleet while EU officials discuss integration and biodiversity aid Moldova has no ships under its flag and aims to align maritime law with EU standards, while EU officials in Chișinău discussed integration and delivered vehicles for a cross‑border biodiversity project. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-to-launch-maritime-schools-after-aligning-law-with-eu-standards ### 2026-07-22: Moldova schools to shift under Ministry of Education by 2027 Moldova’s ‘Restart în educație’ reform will place all schools under the Ministry of Education via new Territorial Education Agencies, centralising funding, staffing and oversight by 2027. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-moves-schools-to-ministry-of-education-under-restart-in-education-reform ### 2026-07-22: Romania boosts disability benefits while Moldova funds remote university study for disabled students Romania lifted disability benefits in April 2026, raising monthly payments, while Moldova will fund remote university study for severely disabled students from 2026‑27. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-boosts-disability-benefits-while-moldova-funds-remote-university-study-for-disabled-students ### 2026-07-20: Moldova universities open admissions for new English-language and cross-border programmes Moldova’s State University introduces a new English‑taught programme as admissions open, while Romania’s Dunărea de Jos University launches its cross‑border faculty in Moldova, offering hundreds of spots. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-universities-open-admissions-for-new-english-language-and-cross-border-programmes ### 2026-07-15: Moldova launches 2,600 dual‑education places with company partnership Moldova approved 2,600 tuition‑free dual‑education spots; companies pay at least the 6,300‑lei minimum wage and provide benefits, with 70‑80% of trainees staying employed. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moldova-launches-2600-dualeducation-places-with-company-partnership ### 2026-06-24: Moldova to grant 1,000 lei monthly aid to 1,328 students after school reorganizations Moldova will give a 1,000 lei monthly allowance for two years to 1,328 students transferred due to school reorganisation, costing 23.9 million lei, starting 2026‑27. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-moldova-announce-202627-student-tuition-and-allowance-rules --- Cite as: Moldova advances Education 2030 reform and investments. 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