More than 13,000 students began the new academic year in Orihuela. The mayor, Pepe Vegara, attended the first day at the CEIP Virgen de Los Desamparados, where he emphasised the city’s commitment to education.
The council has invested in school maintenance and signed agreements with universities to enhance educational opportunities. The councillor of Education, Vicente Pina, provided data on student enrolment in various educational stages, highlighting the shared responsibility of parents, teachers, and public administrations in ensuring quality education.
Provisional data for the 2024-2025 academic year on Orihuela:
– Kindergarten: 1,829 students.
– Primary: 4,012 students
– Secondary: 3.457 pupils/as
– Baccalaureate: 1,240 students
– Vocational Training: 1,560 students
NUMBERS UP SIGNIFICANTLY IN TORREVIEJA
In Torrevieja meanwhile, the mayor, Eduardo Dolon, visited a number of local schools to mark the beginning of the school year. He highlighted the implementation of free education from 0 to 3 years in the Valencian Community and the completion of the new Inmaculada public school.
With over 15,000 students enrolled, Torrevieja has seen a significant increase in student numbers this year. The mayor also mentioned plans for a new IES 6 and ongoing assessments for the Virgen del Carmen school.
Significant data for the academic year in Torrevieja: 15,049 students:
– Infants: 2,087 students and 95 classes.
– Primary school students: 5,288 students and 208 classes.
– Secondary students: 3,878 students and 125 classes.
– Baccalaureate and Vocational Training: 1,982 students and 38 classes.
