Call for new youth education plan

Parties including The Conservative Party, The Liberal Alliance, and The Danish Social Liberal Party urge the government to revise its youth education reform, deeming it too complex and potentially harmful. They advocate for a more gradual, pilot-based approach, notably for the proposed new vocational gymnasium (epx) replacing the higher preparatory examination (hf). The planned abolition of 10th grade except in boarding schools and the increase in high school entry requirements from an average grade of 5 to 6 have been criticized. The Danish People’s Party shares concerns over closing successful 10th grades and fears limiting opportunities for less academic students. The education minister argues the reform is a significant investment in youth education, with plans for a thorough preparation by 2030.