Important indicators in this regard are the educational index, the ratio of literacy between men and women, the number of students in secondary schools, students in colleges and universities. The number of universities, schools, libraries and readers who visit them is also important. Based on these parameters, a list of the most educated countries in the world was compiled.

Netherlands

The Netherlands is a wonderful country with many outstanding sights, a high standard of living, respect for human rights and medicine. It is not surprising that it is included in the list of the 10 most educated countries in the world with a literacy rate of 72%. Higher education is available to every citizen of the country, and from the age of five, education for children is mandatory. There are 579 public libraries and approximately 1,700 colleges in the Netherlands.

New Zealand

New Zealand is located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The country is not only one of the richest economies in the world, but also one of the most literate countries. The New Zealand education system is classified into three different levels including basic school, high school and higher education. At each of these levels of education, the New Zealand school system is based primarily on functional research rather than mere memorization. The New Zealand government pays maximum attention to educational institutions. That is why the literacy rate in New Zealand is 93%.

Austria

The Central European German-speaking country of Austria is one of the strongest economies in the world. 98% of Austrians can read and write, which is a very high figure. Not surprisingly, Austria is on the list of the most developed countries in the world with a high standard of living, first-class educational institutions and medical services. The first nine years of free and compulsory education are paid for by the government, and further education must be paid for by yourself. Austria has 23 well-known public universities and 11 private universities, 8 of which are among the best in the world.

France

France is one of the most beautiful countries in Europe and the 43rd largest country in the world. The education index is 99%, which indicates one of the highest levels of education among 200 countries worldwide. A few decades ago, the French education system was considered the best in the world, having lost its leading position only in the last few years. The educational system of France is divided into three stages, including basic, secondary and higher. Among the many universities in the country, 83 are funded by state and public funds.

Canada

The North American country of Canada is not only the second largest country in the world, but also one of the richest in terms of GDP per capita. It is also one of the most educated countries in the world. Living in one of the safest countries, Canadians enjoy a healthy lifestyle with high quality educational institutions and advanced medicine. The literacy rate in Canada is approximately 99%, and the three-tier Canadian education system is very similar to the Dutch school system. 310,000 teachers teach at the basic and senior levels, and approximately 40,000 teachers are employed at universities and colleges. There are 98 universities and 637 libraries in the country.

Sweden

This Scandinavian country is one of the five most educated countries in the world. Free education for children between the ages of 7 and 16 is compulsory. Sweden's education index is 99%. The government is trying very hard to provide an equal free education to every Swedish child. There are 53 public universities and 290 libraries in the country.

Denmark

Denmark boasts not only the strongest economic system in the world. It is also one of the happiest countries on the planet with a literacy rate of 99% making it one of the most literate in the world. The Danish government spends a huge amount of their GDP on education, which is free for every child. The school system in Denmark offers a high quality education to all children without exception.

Iceland

The Republic of Iceland is a beautiful island country located in the North Atlantic Ocean. With a literacy rate of 99.9%, Iceland is one of the three most literate countries in the world. The Icelandic education system is divided into four levels, including pre-school, primary, high school and higher education. Education from 6 to 16 years is compulsory for all without exception. Most schools are funded by the government, which provides children with free education. 82.23% of the country's citizens have higher education. The Icelandic government spends a significant portion of its budget on education, maintaining a high literacy rate.

Norway

Norwegians can be called the healthiest, wealthiest and most educated people in the world. With a literacy rate of 100%, Norway boasts some of the most highly trained professionals in the world. A significant part of tax revenues to the budget is spent on the education system of the country. People love to read books here, which is confirmed by the number of public libraries - there are 841 of them in Norway. The school system in Norway is divided into three levels: basic, intermediate and higher. Education from six to sixteen years of age for children is compulsory.

Finland

Finland is a beautiful European country. It rightfully occupies a leading place in the lists of the richest, as well as the most literate countries in the world. Finland has been improving its own, unique education system for many years. Nine years of schooling are compulsory for children aged 7 to 16 and are completely free, including government-subsidized nutritious meals. Finns can be called the best readers in the world, judging by the number of libraries in the country. The literacy rate in Finland is 100%.

Thanks to the global connections entwining the entire planet, the modern world seems to have become smaller. Under these conditions, the role of education has increased significantly - the prosperity of the state cannot take place without the effective operation of the education system, as well as other factors of socio-economic development. In order to somehow compare the quality of the education system, experts came up with a number of metrics (PIRLS, PISA, TIMSS). Based on these metrics and other parameters (number of graduates in the country, literacy rate), since 2012, the Pearson group has been publishing its own index for various countries. In addition to the index, learning progress and thinking skills are taken into account. This year the list of countries with the best education is as follows:

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1. Japan

This country is the most advanced in the level of many technologies, and the reform of the educational system put it in the first place in this ranking. The Japanese were able to radically change the model of education, create an effective control system in it. When the country's economy suffered a complete collapse, education was seen as the only source of its development. Japanese education has a long history, and now it keeps its traditions. His system is based on high technology, which allows the Japanese to lead the way in understanding problems and the level of knowledge. The literacy rate of the population here is almost 100%, but only primary education is compulsory here. For many years, the Japanese education system has been aimed at preparing schoolchildren for employment and fruitful participation in public life. Here, children are required to produce results that correspond to their abilities. The curriculum in Japan is rigorous and dense, and students learn a lot about the cultures of the world. Particular emphasis is placed on practical exercises.

2. South Korea

About 10 years ago, there was nothing special to say about the Korean education system. But the rapid development of the South Korean economy has dramatically pushed it into the list of the world's leading ones. There is a large percentage of people here with higher education, and not because it has become fashionable to study, but because learning has become the principle of Korean life. Modern South Korea is leading in terms of technological development, and this could only be achieved by government reforms in the field of education. It allocates $11.3 billion annually for education. The country is 99.9% literate.

3. Singapore

The population of Singapore has a high IQ. Particular attention is paid here to the quality and volume of knowledge, but also to the students themselves. At the moment, Singapore is one of the richest countries and at the same time, one of the most educated. For the success of the country, education plays a crucial role, so people here are spending on it without stint - annually investing 12.1 billion dollars. The literacy rate in the country is above 96%.

4. Hong Kong

This piece of mainland China is notable for the fact that researchers have determined that its population has the highest IQ. The literacy of the population and the education system here are at a very high level. Thanks to a well-thought-out education system, success in the development of high technologies here also became possible. Hong Kong is one of the "business centers" of the world, it is well suited for quality higher education. Moreover, different levels of education have a high level here: not only higher, but also primary and secondary. Training is conducted in the local dialect of Chinese and in English. Schooling, lasting 9 years, is compulsory for all in Hong Kong.

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5. Finland

The educational system in Finland gives students and schoolchildren maximum freedom. Education is completely free in the country, and the school administration even pays for meals if the student spends a full day in the school. Here they are actively engaged in attracting applicants to the country's universities. Finland leads in such an aspect as the number of people who consistently complete any form of education. The country allocates significant resources for education - 11.1 billion euros. Thanks to this, it was possible to build a solid educational system here from the initial level to the higher one. Finnish schools are free to choose teaching materials, and teachers here must have a master's degree. They are given wide freedom in terms of organizing classes in their classes.

6. UK

In this country, the best educational system in the world has long been formed. The UK is traditionally known for its excellent education, especially at the university level. The University of Oxford is considered a reference university in the world. In the field of education, Great Britain is a pioneer, for many centuries it was here that the education system was formed within the walls of ancient English universities. But as regards the primary and secondary levels of education, much less attention is paid to them here, and only higher education is considered impeccable. This does not allow the UK to lead this ranking, and even in Europe it ended up in second place.

7. Canada

The level of higher education in Canada has reached such a high level that in recent years more and more foreign youth have begun to rush to this country to receive it. At the same time, in different Canadian provinces, the rules for obtaining education may differ, but for the whole country, the common thing is that the Government of Canada pays a lot of attention to the issues of standards and quality of education everywhere. The share of school education in the country is especially high, but fewer young people strive to continue to receive it in universities than in the countries already mentioned. Funding for education is mainly handled by the government of a particular province, that is, the Canadian education system shows a clear decentralized nature. Therefore, each province controls its own curriculum. Teaching practices and teaching staff here are subject to strict selection. The introduction of technology and constructive interaction with the families of students make education more advanced. Education in Canada is conducted in English and French.

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8. Netherlands

The quality of Dutch education is evidenced by the fact that the population of this country is recognized as the most well-read in the world. Here, all levels of education are free, although there are paid private schools in the Netherlands. The peculiarity of the local education system is that students under the age of 16 must devote their whole day to learning. Adolescents can then choose whether to continue studying all day or reduce the time of study, which determines whether they will pursue higher education or be content with elementary. In the Netherlands, in addition to secular educational institutions, there are also religious ones.

9. Ireland

The Irish education system is also considered one of the best in the world, if only because of its absolute freeness, including in colleges and universities. Such successes in the field of education did not go unnoticed in the world, so this modest island also got such an honorable rating. Currently, Icelandic education has a clear bias towards learning and teaching Irish. For all Irish children, primary education is compulsory, and all educational institutions, including private ones, are financed by the country's government. Its goal is to provide quality and free education to all the inhabitants of the island and at all levels. Therefore, 89% of the Irish population has completed compulsory secondary education. But free education does not apply to foreign students - even young people who come from the European Union have to pay tuition here, and if they work here at the same time, they pay taxes.

10. Poland

As early as the 12th century, an education system began to take shape in Poland. Interestingly, it was here that the first Ministry of Education appeared, which to this day does an excellent job with its tasks. The success of Polish education has a variety of confirmations, for example, Polish students have repeatedly become winners of various international competitions in the field of mathematics and fundamental sciences. The country has a very high literacy rate. Due to the consistently high quality of education, Polish universities are listed in many countries. Students from abroad also tend to come here.

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It is considered the standard of academic preparation. The education system in the UK is based on centuries-old traditions, but this does not prevent it from being modern and keeping up with new technologies.

Diplomas from English schools and universities are valued all over the world, and the education received is an excellent start for an international career. Every year more than 50 thousand foreign students come here to study.

about country

Great Britain, despite its conservatism, is one of the most prosperous countries in Europe. It played an important role in the creation of parliamentary democracy, the development of world science and art, for several centuries this country has been a legislator in the world of art, literature, music and fashion. Many important discoveries were made in Great Britain: the steam locomotive, the modern bicycle, stereo sound, antibiotics, HTML, and many others. Services, especially banking, insurance, education and tourism, account for most of the GDP today, while the share of manufacturing is declining, taking up only 18% of the workforce.

The UK is a great place to practice your English, and not just because it's the official language. This is also a great opportunity to learn the "British accent" and get to know the culture of this great power. The myths about British restraint are somewhat exaggerated - residents will be interested in talking to you, and any seller in the store will be happy to talk about the weather and local news before issuing a check.

• is in the top 20 countries in terms of happiness according to analysts of the international project "Sustainable Development Solutions Network" (2014-2016)
• included in the top 10 countries in the world in terms of living standards Prosperity Index-2016 (5th place in terms of business conditions, 6th place in terms of education)
• London - 3rd place in the ranking of the best cities in the world for students (Best Student Cities-2017)

Secondary education

Each British school has a history and centuries-old traditions passed down from generation to generation. Among the graduates of private schools are members of the royal family and prominent people: Prince William and his father Prince Charles of Wales, British Prime Ministers Winston Churchill and Neville Chamberlain, mathematician and writer Lewis Carroll, Indira Gandhi and many others.

Most British schools are located in small towns or far from populated areas and are surrounded by magnificent nature, which ensures the safety of living and learning for children. Classes are small, 10-15 people each, so the teacher knows each student and his characteristics well. In addition to the main program, an important place is given to creative and sports activities - from field hockey to pottery.

Foreign students can enroll in a private boarding school at the age of 14 for the GCSE program - a high school program, after which the student takes 6-8 exams and then goes to the A-level or International Baccalaureate (IB) high school programs. If at A-Level a student chooses 3-4 subjects for study, then at IB - 6 of 6 thematic blocks: mathematics, art, natural sciences, man and society, foreign languages, basic language and literature. The guys choose compulsory and additional subjects, according to their plans for higher education. Starting from the 9th grade, university admissions consultants work with students to help determine the direction of study, choose suitable universities and prepare well for applying. A high school diploma allows students to enter universities around the world.

Higher education

The UK has been a leader in higher education for centuries. The high quality of education is confirmed by independent ratings.

Of course, the most famous universities with an impeccable reputation, which applicants from all over the world strive to get into, are the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge. However, other British universities, for example, the University of Edinburgh, the University of Exeter. The University of Sheffield provides quality training in all areas of knowledge.

• 6 UK universities are in the top 20 in the QS ranking 2016/2017
• 7 universities are in the top 50 according to THE World University Rankings-2016
• 8 universities are in the top 100 of the Shanghai ranking-2016

Education is an integral process of educating and teaching a person from an early age. The world education index is determined by key indicators of social development. Statistical data annually provide information, which indicates the rating of states that occupy leading positions in the world in terms of the level of education provided. To find out in which countries it is prestigious to get an education, which systems are considered the best, and also which states are the most literate, it is recommended to consider world rankings.

List of countries by literacy rate

According to the level of literacy of the population of the country, the degree of education of the people is determined. According to the latest information, the list of countries by literacy looks like this:

• Estonia, Cuba, Germany and Latvia occupy high positions, the index is 99.8%;
• Barbados, Slovenia, Belarus, Lithuania, Ukraine and Armenia occupy the following levels in terms of the degree of literacy of the population - the index is 99.7%;
• Kazakhstan and Tajikistan have an index of 99.6%;
• Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan and Russia also do not lag behind, have a decent index - 99.5%;
• Hungary, Kyrgyzstan and Poland according to statistics, they have an index of 99.4%;
• Moldova and Tonga close the list of leaders, their index is 99.2%.

At the moment, the level of literacy in the countries of the world is considered high: only 17% of the population is still semi-literate. A large proportion according to statistics falls on young people aged 15-24 years.

Ranking of countries in the world by level of education: top 10

The United Nations Development Program is engaged in research aimed at identifying the current level of education. Studies are conducted every year, they provide the following data with indexes:

1. Australia - 0.939.
2. Denmark - 0.923.
3. New Zealand - 0.917.
4. Norway - 0.916.
5. Germany - 0.914.
6. Ireland - 0.910.
7. Iceland - 0.906.
8. USA - 0.900.
9. Netherlands - 0.897.
10. Great Britain - 0.896.

Next in the ranking are the countries of Europe, Japan, the CIS countries. The last places are distributed between Guinea, Ethiopia, Sudan, Mali, Chad, Eritrea, Niger. It is in the regions of Central Africa that a low educational level is observed: this is due to the low level of social development. The state does not have enough finances to provide decent places for education of children and youth.

Budget spending on the development of education in different countries

To calculate the level of spending on education, statisticians use the ratio of private and public spending, expressed as a percentage of GDP. At the moment, the most developed countries are distinguished by the fact that the state itself holds control over education, which ensures its proper level. Quality education does not depend on the funds spent - it is based on qualified personnel and the right system.

The Republic of East Timor spends the largest amount of money on education - about 14% of GDP is spent from the budget. Next comes the Kingdom of Lesotho in South Africa - the state spends 13% on education: here literacy among women is higher than among men. Following Lesotho is Cuba, spending 12.9% of GDP, which is not surprising, because education in Cuba is free for everyone - immigrants and indigenous people.

The Republic of Burundi in East Africa is located in 4 positions - the authorities spend 9.2% of GDP on education: here education is considered compulsory from childhood (7 years). Moldova closes the top five - the state spends 9.1% of the funds from the budget. Following positions are occupied by Denmark, Maldives, Djibouti, Namibia and Cyprus with spending levels ranging from 8.7 to 7.9%. The last place belongs to the United Arab Emirates.

Ranking of the quality of education in the countries of the world: a selection of the top ten

It has long been believed that obtaining a diploma in a European educational institution opens the gate to many areas of life. Today the situation has changed little, but there are competitors from European countries in terms of the quality of the education provided. The rating looks like this:

1. In the first place are Japan and South Korea: students attend school 7 days a week.
2. Next on the list is Singapore, an economically developing country that is famous for its strong development of preschool institutions.
3. In third place is Hong Kong, where primary, secondary and higher education is not inferior to world leaders in this area.
4. The fourth place was taken by Finland.
5. The fifth position is occupied by the United Kingdom with world-class universities.
6. Canada ranks sixth with a high level of knowledge among college graduates.
7. The Netherlands settled in seventh position due to the fact that the volume of investment in the sphere is insufficient.
8. Ireland is in eighth place: schoolchildren and preschoolers can study for free.
9. On the ninth line is Poland.
10. Closes the top ten leaders in terms of the quality of education in the world - Denmark.

According to the list, we can conclude that Asian countries are becoming leaders in this area, the Scandinavian zone is also not far behind, and Europe continues to provide quality education to young people.

The best education systems in the world: a list of countries

The quality of education in the country is determined not only by the amount of funds from the budget, but also by the effectiveness of the education system. To understand the situation, the top 10 countries were prepared, where the best education systems are:

1. Switzerland.
2. Denmark.
3. Great Britain.
4. Sweden.
5. Finland.
6. Netherlands.
7. Singapore.
8. Canada.
9. Australia.

If we compare the previously proposed rankings, then Finland, the UK, the Netherlands and Singapore not only have good and effective educational systems, but also a high level of education quality. Australia, Denmark, the United States and the Netherlands are also among the best countries in terms of education in the world.

The most prestigious universities in the world

You can get a successful and promising specialty in the most prestigious universities in the world. Students of these institutions receive international diplomas. Top 10 most demanded institutions:

1. Harvard University, Cambridge (USA).
2. Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge (USA).
3. Stanford University in California (USA).
4. University of California at Berkeley (USA).
5. University of Cambridge (Great Britain).
6. Oxford University (UK).
7. University of California at Los Angeles (USA).
8. Yale University, New Haven (USA).
9. Princeton University (USA).
10. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (USA).

It can be seen from the top that the institutions of America and Great Britain have become the best and most prestigious institutions in the world of education.

Level of education for international students: ranking of the best countries

The issue of the quality of education provided for foreign students remains relevant. Most school graduates from all over the world strive to enter prestigious institutions, but not everyone succeeds.

Secondary education

In order not to wait for the end of school in their own country, many teenagers complete their secondary education in another state - this is done to be able to get used to the new environment, as well as to increase the chances of entering an institute abroad. The best secondary school education for foreigners is presented in the following states:

• Finland- equality reigns between students, and schoolchildren are considered the most well-read teenagers;
• Switzerland- secondary education is focused on preparing for entering a university, classes in English are common for foreigners, because there is little work with translation;
• Singapore- study is stressful, each student achieves success on his own;
• Netherlands- Schools focus on personal development;
• Estonia- Every year the government allocates funds for the modernization of the industry.

Higher education (bachelor's degree)

According to experts, foreigners can get the best education abroad in the following countries:

1. Great Britain- every fourth student who goes to study abroad comes here. A high level of English is required for admission.
2. Netherlands- the student can win a grant and partially cover the cost of education.
3. Germany– Most university programs in German will be free of charge.
4. Czech- Diversified curriculum.
5. Canada- a feature is considered to be a high percentage of applicants compared to the United States.

Australia, New Zealand are also glad to see foreigners in their institutions. Studying abroad is considered an invaluable experience that gives a ticket to many directions and areas of life.

Master's degree

It takes 1-2 years to complete a master's degree in English-speaking countries. At the same time, the choice of a graduate depends on his education. The educational process can take place in the field of business and management, natural sciences, management and the humanities. The organization of a magistracy in many states implies free education. These countries include the states of Europe - Germany, Spain, Italy, France, the Czech Republic, Switzerland, Sweden. American leaders are also not far behind - you can get a master's degree in Canada and the USA.

PhD

It involves the training of scientific personnel at the university. After receiving a complete higher education, a foreign student can enter further education - here he will have to independently work on a given study and write the corresponding paper.

England, Germany, Finland, Canada, Poland and China can boast of a good level of postgraduate education - these countries are the most educated in the world. For admission, the student must submit an application, a letter of recommendation, an application for a scholarship. You also need a certificate of passing the test for knowledge of the language, a copy of the diploma, a passport. From this it follows that the main condition for admission will always be knowledge of the language.

The most popular specialties among foreign students in the world are:

• medical directions– cardiac surgery, biomedicine;
• information Technology- the field of computer science, programmers, computer testers, system architects;
• engineering– technical directions in the field of construction, programming, knowledge;
• economic specialties- marketing, business basics: students strive to study these professions in order to organize a decent career, work in the banking sector, open their own business;
• jurisprudence– law faculties are also in demand in the world;
• art- many foreign school graduates come to study at the faculties of ballet, art drawing, theater specialties.

Students from Africa often study at medical faculties - a large number of them are noted in Russian universities, despite the fact that education is considered expensive. Russian students go abroad to study as a lawyer, teacher, doctor.

The rating of countries by level of education indicates that Australia is the best state, while the fee for one year of study there will cost 16 thousand dollars. A visual table will help you find out where study is considered elite, and where you can easily get a higher education:

Due to the low cost of studying, China occupies a leading position in teaching visiting students.

The best conditions for admission, study and living of students

According to recent studies, the most educated country in the world is Canada. There are excellent conditions for living, studying and admission of school graduates. Foreign students are provided with a small financial assistance, a bonus for academic excellence. According to the reviews of people who studied in Canada, they are also allowed to earn extra money here. Students live in Canadian families - this helps to better adapt to new conditions.

Also in the top countries in terms of conditions for students were Austria, Germany, Norway and the Czech Republic. In these states, the Department of Education provides free education in many areas.

Where is the best place to get an education for Russians

For many years, Russians who have gone to study abroad have been targeting language areas. Several countries where it is recommended to receive education for citizens of Russia:

• Ireland;
• Great Britain;
• Canada;
• China;
• Germany;
• Austria.

Experts recommend showing professionalism and leaving for study under special programs. For example, Work and travel, exchange programs - so the student quickly adapts to new conditions. For foreigners, distance learning is also available, when there is no need to visit the university building. To do this, you need to draw up the appropriate documents.

What education is the most prestigious

According to history, education at universities in England has always been considered the most prestigious. Traditions have not changed, but it is still problematic to enter these universities - there is a high competition for places. The official websites of the institutes always provide a list of documents for applying, but if you want to get a prestigious education, then you should pay attention to the following countries:

1. England. It is not so easy to enter Oxford or Cambridge, but when studying there, a lot of opportunities open up for a child.
2. USA. Harvard and Stanford accept undergraduate and graduate students, but the competition for places is highly competitive.
3. Singapore. The national university of the country, which is included in the ranking of education in the world, is distinguished by the strongest research center and powerful course subjects in architecture, engineering, chemistry and the faculty of psychology.
4. ETH Zurich is one of the most advanced institutions in the world. There is a high chance of enrollment, education is relatively inexpensive.
5. University of Toronto (Canada) 10% consists of visiting students who try their hand at anthropology, biology, mathematics, astronomy.

Each institution has teachers who have passed certification, such as the Higher Attestation Commission in Russia, and have received a scientific or doctoral degree.

Obtaining education in the specialties most in demand in the world practice

International studies have approved several specialties that will be popular and in demand in the near future, you can get them while studying at certain universities:

• doctor and pharmacist– Yale University in the USA;
• engineering– Stanford and Massachusetts;
• product manager– Harvard;
• financial analyst- Harvard and the University of Chicago;
• manager– Cambridge.

Pedagogy, teaching literature, teaching elementary grades, and other humanitarian professions are less in demand today.

According to the information provided, several conclusions can be drawn and the level of education in different countries can be assessed. Great Britain, the USA, the Netherlands, Germany, Singapore are in the leading positions in many respects. Studying in these states, you can not only get a promising profession, but also find new friends and like-minded people.

The practice of education has its roots in the deep layers of human civilization. Education appeared together with the first people, but the science of it was formed much later, when such sciences as geometry, astronomy and many others already existed.

The root cause of the emergence of all scientific branches is the needs of life. The time has come when education began to play an important role in people's lives. It turned out that society develops faster or slower, depending on how the upbringing of the younger generations is put in it. There was a need to generalize the experience of education, to create special educational institutions to prepare young people for life.

The fact that the economic development of the state directly depends on the level of development of science and education in the country is well known. This is an axiom that does not require proof. Because education is the most effective tool a society has to face the challenges of the future. It is education that will shape the world of tomorrow. About what the educational systems of the world are, which of them deserve special attention, and the conversation will go below.

20 best education systems in the world

Irina Kaminkova, "Khvilya"

In the modern world with its close global ties, the importance of education is beyond doubt: the effectiveness of educational institutions makes a significant contribution to the prosperity of states along with other factors of socio-economic development.

To assess and compare the quality of education systems, specialists have developed a number of metrics, among which the most famous are PISA, TIMSS and PIRLS. Since 2012, the Pearson Group has been publishing its index, calculated according to these metrics, as well as a number of other parameters, such as literacy rates and the number of graduates in various countries. In addition to the overall index, two of its components are calculated: thinking skills and learning success.

We note right away that there are no data for Ukraine in this rating. The main reason is that for all the years of independence, officials in power have not bothered to issue and submit a single application for international testing. It is obvious that, despite the ardent patriotic rhetoric, the development of the national education system and its promotion at the global level, to put it mildly, is not in the circle of their interests. Here it is just right to take an example from Russia, which, despite similar problems with shrinkage, waste and resource leakage, nevertheless entered the top twenty and overtook (!) the United States.

In general, the development of national education systems in the world demonstrates the following trends:

the countries of East Asia are still ahead of the rest. South Korea is at the top of the rankings, followed by Japan (2), Singapore (3) and Hong Kong (4). The ideology of education in these countries is the primacy of diligence over innate abilities, clearly defined learning goals and objectives, and a high culture of accountability and interaction among a wide range of stakeholders.

the Scandinavian countries, traditionally holding strong positions, somewhat lost their advantage. Finland, the leader of the Rating-2012, moved to 5th place; and Sweden dropped from 21st to 24th.

the position of Israel (from 17th to 12th place), Russia (up 7 places to 13th) and Poland (up four places to 10th) has noticeably improved.

developing countries occupy the bottom half of the rankings, with Indonesia at the bottom of the top 40 countries represented, followed by Mexico (39) and Brazil (38).

Let's give a brief description of the 20 leading countries

1. South Korea.

Japan and South Korea compete hard for the 1st place in the ranking. The Koreans defeated Japan in 3rd positions. Japan, despite a solid investment in the primary education of children, lost in the level of thinking and a number of other ranking positions. Did you know that in South Korea, children often go to school seven days a week, seven days a week? The state education budget last year amounted to $ 11,300 million. The literacy rate of the entire population is 97.9%, incl. men - 99.2%, women - 96.6%. GDP per capita in 2014 was $34,795.

1. Japan

The education system is based on high technologies, which provides leadership in the level of knowledge and understanding of problems. GDP - about 5.96 trillion US dollars - is an excellent material base for further development.

1. Singapore

The leader in the level of the primary education system, has a strong position in other indicators, which ensured the 3rd position in the ranking. GDP per capita - $64584, 3rd place in the world.

1. Hong Kong

The schools are mainly represented by the British education system. The state education budget for the last year is $39,420 per capita. Primary, secondary and higher education are of a very high standard. Teaching is conducted in English and Cantonese Chinese. The literacy rate of the population is 94.6%, there is a very good mathematical preparation.

1. Finland

The leader of the rating-2012 has lost its positions, yielding to Asian competitors. Many continue to consider Finland's education system to be the best in the world, even though in fact it is no longer so. A significant drawback of the system is recognized as the late start of studies at the age of 7 years. Education in the country is free, the annual educational budget is 11.1 billion €. GDP per capita - $36395

1. Great Britain

Education issues in the UK are not decided at the level of the kingdom, but at the level of the governments of England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales. According to the Pearson Index, Britain ranked 2nd in Europe and 6th in the world. At the same time, the Scottish education system received relatively higher marks than the country as a whole. GDP per capita - $ 38711, 21st place in the world.

1. Canada

English and French are the languages ​​of instruction. Literacy rate of at least 99% (both male and female). The level of education is also high. The percentage of college graduates is the highest in the world. Canadians enter college at age 16 (in most provinces) or 18. The academic calendar varies from 180 to 190 days. Results can be even better if investment in primary education is prioritized. GDP per capita - $44656. Canada invests 5.4% of its GDP in the education sector.

1. Netherlands

Low investment, poor planning and management in secondary education have pushed the Netherlands down to 8th in the rankings. GDP per capita - $42,586.

1. Ireland

The literacy rate is 99% for both men and women. Education in the country is free for all levels - from elementary to college/university. Only EU students pay tuition fees and are taxed. The Irish government invests 8.759 million euros in education every year.

1. Poland

The Polish Ministry of Education manages the system in the country. According to the Pearson Index, Poland ranked 4th in Europe and 10th in the world, thanks to the good organization of primary and secondary (basic and complete) education. GDP per capita - $21,118.

1. Denmark

The Danish education system includes preschool, primary, secondary and higher education, as well as adult education. In secondary education, an additional emphasis is placed on a gymnasium, a general training program, a program for entering commercial and technical universities, and vocational education. Similarly, higher education also includes a number of programs. Education is compulsory for children up to 16 years of age. "Folkeskole" or higher education is not compulsory, but 82% of students are trained, which positively characterizes the country's prospects. Denmark's education and human development indexes are among the highest in the world. GDP per capita - $57,998.

1. Germany

Germany is committed to organizing one of the best educational systems in the world. Education is entirely in the hands of the state and therefore has nothing to do with local government. Kindergarten is not compulsory, but secondary education is compulsory. There are five types of schools in the secondary education system. German universities are recognized as some of the best in the world and contribute to the spread of education in Europe. GDP per capita - $41,248.

1. Russia

The country has further reserves to improve its positions if it pays attention to the development of preschool and primary education. The literacy rate is almost 100%. According to a World Bank survey, 54% of the employed population in Russia has a university degree, which is undoubtedly the highest achievement for college-level education in the world. Spending on education topped $20 billion in 2011. GDP per capita - $14645.

Many consider the USA to be a country with a high education rating, however, this is far from being the case. Despite a well-developed and one of the most powerful economies in the world, the US educational system is not even in the top 10. The $1.3 trillion national education budget provides for a literacy rate of 99% (among men and women). Among the 81.5 million students, 38% attend primary school, 26% secondary and 20.5 million higher education. 85% of students graduate from high school, 30% receive a diploma of higher education. All citizens have the right to free primary education. GDP per capita - $54,980 (6th place in the world).

1. Australia

The annual budget for education was 5.10% of GDP - more than $490 million - in 2009. English is the main language of instruction. The level of population with primary education is almost 2 million. Literacy rate 99%. 75% have secondary education, and 34% of the population have higher education. States and communities almost completely control local educational institutions and the payment system. PISA rated the Australian education system in terms of reading, science and math as 6, 7 and 9 in the world. GDP per capita - $44,346.

1. New Zealand

The New Zealand Department of Education spent $13,183 million in the 2014-2015 academic year. English and Maori are the primary languages ​​of instruction. Poor test scores in elementary school are a major barrier to improving rankings. PISA ranks the country 7th in science and reading, and 13th in math. The HDI Education Index is the highest in the world, but it only measures the number of years spent in school, not the level of achievement. GDP per capita - $30493.

1. Israel

The education budget is approximately NIS 28 million. Teaching is conducted in Hebrew and Arabic. The literacy rate among men and women reaches 100%. Primary, secondary and higher education form an integrated system. In the 2012 Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development rankings, Israel is listed as the second most educated nation in the world. 78% of the costs are covered by the state. 45% of citizens have secondary or higher education. A low Pearson score is associated with low investment in early childhood and primary education. GDP per capita - $35658.

1. Belgium

The education system in Belgium is heterogeneous and is mainly financed and managed at the state level: Flemish, German-speaking and French. The federal government plays a minor role in funding local educational institutions. Primary education is compulsory. All communities follow the same stages of education: basic, pre-school, primary, secondary, higher, university education and vocational training. According to the UN Education Index, the country ranks 18th. GDP per capita - $38826.

1. Czech

Education is free and compulsory until the age of 15. Education mainly consists of five stages, including pre-school, primary, secondary education, colleges and universities. GDP per capita - $28,086.

1. Switzerland

Educational issues are decided exclusively at the level of the cantons. Primary education is compulsory. 10 out of 12 universities in the confederation are owned and managed by the cantons, two are under federal jurisdiction: they are managed and controlled by the State Secretariat for Education, Science and Innovation. The University of Basel has a glorious centuries-old history: it was founded in 1460 and became famous for its research in the field of medicine and chemistry. Switzerland ranks second after Australia in terms of the number of international students studying in higher education. The country has a relatively high number of Nobel laureates. The country ranks 25th in the world in science, 8th in mathematics. In the Global Competitiveness Ranking, Switzerland ranks 1st. GDP per capita - $47,863 (8th place in the world).

Judging by the information provided, money is an important factor for the development of the education system, but far from being the only one. In all leading countries, education is an integral part of culture and lifestyle:

not only parents and teachers, but also the students themselves are interested in getting an education, because it is highly valued in society and monetized in the process of career growth;

teaching is honored as a career and has a high social status, although pay can be relatively low.

If your children are growing up, and after reading this article you suddenly think about moving to Asia, take a closer look at the country that is much closer - Finland. By the way, Finland was ranked 4th in 2012 in terms of spoken English. Do you want your kids to speak English? Here is a great place for you to study.

What else can you like in school with Finns:

training starts at the age of 7;

homework is not assigned;

no exams until the child is 13;

in classes, students with different levels of ability;

maximum 16 students in math and science classes;

a lot of time for breaks every day;

teachers have a master's degree;

teacher training is paid for by the state.

If the school is already behind, then colleges and universities in Poland offer a good level of education at prices comparable to Ukrainian ones - and an immeasurably better material base. Or the Czech Republic. Or Germany. Or Canada...

And what about Ukraine with its 100% literacy? Will she have time to declare herself in the world rankings? Can it?

There are still chances. But only for this you need to learn how to turn the golden loaves back into the usual equipment of physical and chemical rooms, computer classes and laboratories. And in no case do not allow reverse reactions.

Prepared by Nikolai Zubashenko based on Internet materials