Slovakia 7th Grade Curriculum - Creative Education

Overview

The Slovakian education system consists of 10 years of compulsory school attendance. Primary school encompasses grades 1 through 9. Within primary school, creative education plays a role, with subjects like music and visual arts offered. Music education has a long tradition in Slovakia, with textbooks available for grades 1 through 7. Schools have some flexibility in adapting the curriculum to suit their students' needs.

Curriculum Reform (2023-Present)

A significant curriculum reform began in Slovakia in 2023, focusing on 21st-century skills like critical thinking, digital literacy, and soft skills. Forty primary schools piloted the new curriculum for 1st grade in September 2023, with a plan for all primary schools to adopt the new State Educational Programme by the 2026/2027 school year. This reform aims to modernize the curriculum and better prepare students for the future. Specific details about how this reform will affect creative subjects in the 7th grade are not yet available, as the rollout is gradual.