Latvia’s Education and Science Minister, Ilze Indriksone, is considering reducing compulsory education from 12 to 11 years. The proposal, revealed on Latvian Radio, aims to conclude formal schooling at age 19. Minister Indriksone suggested that maintaining students in school until 19 is no longer optimal. The potential changes were discussed during a June 25th broadcast of the “Krustpunktā” program. No specific details regarding curriculum adjustments or implementation timelines were provided. The move signals a potential shift in Latvia’s educational structure, focusing on earlier completion of secondary education. Further discussion and planning are expected to follow this initial announcement.