Venezuela's education system is divided into three stages: initial, basic, and middle/diversified. Basic education is compulsory for nine years, taught in Spanish, and encompasses grades 1 through 9. Following the completion of 9th grade, students enter Educación Media, which consists of two streams: Educación Media Diversificada (grades 10 and 11) and Educación Media Profesional. Educación Media Diversificada prepares students for university, offering specializations in sciences, arts, or humanities. Educación Media Profesional focuses on vocational training.

Spanish Language and Literature is a compulsory subject for all students in Educación Media Diversificada, regardless of their chosen specialization. While the specific curriculum for 9th grade and Educación Media Diversificada Spanish Language and Literature remains elusive, it is clear that this subject plays a crucial role in preparing students for higher education. Recent curriculum changes have been implemented, but details about their impact on Spanish Language and Literature instruction are limited.