A new investigation reveals that only two municipalities in Denmark are meeting political goals for teacher competency – specifically, ensuring teachers are qualified to teach the subjects they instruct. The report examines the impact on students when teachers lack the appropriate subject matter expertise, and explores why the rest of the country falls short of these standards. The investigation focuses on the situation in Langeland, where the municipality is meeting the goal, but the reasons behind this success aren’t necessarily positive. The findings raise concerns about the quality of education across Denmark and highlight discrepancies in teacher qualifications. Ajour delves into the implications of these findings for students nationwide. The report seeks to understand the barriers preventing other municipalities from achieving the same level of competency.