October 10, 2025|
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|about 2 months agoSwiss Primary Schools Anticipate Sharp Decline in Teacher Demand
Federal Statistical Office projects significant decrease in primary school teacher demand from 2027, linked to falling birth rates and expected 7% reduction in pupil numbers by 2034.
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- Primary school teacher demand in Switzerland expected to decline sharply from 2027
- Decline linked to falling birth rates from 2022 onwards
- Teacher numbers projected to fall by 4,500 over ten years
By The Numbers
7%
Expected reduction in pupil numbers between 2025-2034
6%
Projected decrease in teacher numbers over 10 years
40%
Decline in annual teacher recruitment needs between 2025-2034
They Said
"From 2032, the supply of newly qualified teachers could meet the need at primary level in almost all regions of Switzerland"