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One-Third of Seats in Galicia's Three-Year-Old Classrooms Remain Empty

Provisional admissions reveal significant under-enrollment across the region, with Ourense showing the lowest occupancy at just under 60%.

Escolares a las puertas del colegio Froebel.
Alumnado de infantil en un colegio de Ourense.
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Overview

  • Galicia's three-year-old classrooms have an average occupancy rate of 66.7%, with over 7,000 of the 21,200 available seats unfilled.
  • Ourense province reports the lowest occupancy rate at 59.8%, while Lugo leads with 72% occupancy.
  • A total of 14,150 three-year-olds are set to begin school in September, reflecting a decline of over 200 students compared to last year.
  • Despite low enrollment, 96.6% of families across Galicia secured their first-choice school, with Ourense achieving a 98.9% first-choice placement rate.
  • The final admissions lists will be published on May 15, with formal enrollment scheduled from June 20 to 30.