Background & Purpose

Previously, there was a difference in transparency between public and independent schools. To ensure parents and the public can see how schools operate, the parliament decided to apply the principle of public access to all school providers.

The Decision

The parliament decided that independent schools must follow the same rules for public records as municipal schools, ensuring that anyone can request to see their documents.

Does this affect you?

  • Parents and students: You get the right to see how independent schools manage their operations and make decisions.
  • Independent school providers: They must now manage, archive, and disclose public documents upon request.

In Practice

  • You gain the legal right to request and view public documents from independent schools.
  • Independent schools must handle their records according to the same rules as public authorities.
  • Smaller school providers get specific exceptions to make the administrative burden easier.
  • All school documents must be archived for at least seven years by smaller providers.