South Korea's New Elementary School Entrants Expected to Fall Below 300,000 for the First Time
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It has been revealed that the number of new first-graders entering elementary school in South Korea next year is expected to fall below 300,000 for the first time in history. Just three years after dropping below the 400,000 level in 2024, the figure is set to decline sharply once again.
In South Korea, the number of births continues to decrease, and the low birthrate has become firmly established as a social reality. The number of new first-graders is projected to fall to about one-quarter of the level of 59 years ago. Reports indicate that experts expect the trend of declining birthrates to continue in the future.
The decline in new entrants is also expected to affect school management and the educational field. For example, there may be a need to reconsider the number of classes and the allocation of teachers in the future.
The low birthrate is a challenge shared by countries in East Asia, including Japan. The situation in South Korea can also serve as a useful reference when considering changes in the number of children in Japan. Attention is now focused on what measures the government and local authorities will take in the future.
Sources: ハンギョレ新聞
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