Education in Israel

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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1. What is the compulsory education span?Kindergarten through 12th grade
2. What is the higher education model?Primarily a public university system with significant government subsidies
3. What ages do kids in Israel start school and how long is a school year?In Israel, children start compulsory schooling in kindergarten and continue through 12th grade. The school year begins on September 1st and ends in late June.
4. How is the school system organized in Israel?The system has three tiers: primary (grades 1-6), middle (grades 7-9), and high school (grades 10-12). Each tier builds on the previous one.

STEM Fields: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, crucial for innovation.
Start-up Nation: A nickname for Israel due to its high number of technology start-up companies.
Haredi Community: A segment of the Jewish population that adheres strictly to religious law and traditions.