Small Schools in Dienvidkurzeme Region Preserved for Another Year
Planned school reorganization in Aizpute, Kazdanga, Pāvilosta, and Rucava in the Dienvidkurzeme region will not change actual schooling locations or scope, thus preserving small schools with low enrollment for at least one more year.
In the Dienvidkurzeme municipality, a reorganization of educational institutions is planned for the next school year in four locations: Aizpute, Kazdanga, Pāvilosta, and Rucava. Although the word "reorganization" might suggest significant changes, in practice it only involves formal adjustments. All schools and educational opportunities will remain in their usual places and with the same scope. This means that schools with too few students will be preserved for at least another academic year. The decision allows these small schools to continue operating, which otherwise might face closure. The local government hopes that this approach will ensure access to education for local residents and avoid sudden changes that could inconvenience students and their families. The exact number of students affected is not disclosed, but it is emphasized that it is below the optimal level. This is a temporary solution, and further action will depend on demographic trends and national education policy.
