Education - Higher education
Understand the education system in Luxembourg to make the right choice for your children.
University, higher education, and financial aid
In Luxembourg, young high school graduates can choose between continuing their higher education in Luxembourg or going abroad to study. Here you will find options for higher education in Luxembourg, at university or other higher education institutions.
Information about schools and education
Are you an expat or future expat in Luxembourg? Would you like to find out more about the education systems available in Luxembourg so you can enroll your children? Are you the spouse of an expat and interested in adult education yourself?
Reception and academic support for foreign children
Has your family recently moved to Luxembourg or are you about to do so? To help newly arrived students (less than 24 months) integrate, the Ministry of Education offers a comprehensive school welcome and integration program for parents and students.
Luxembourg public primary school system
In Luxembourg, school attendance is compulsory from ages 4 to 16, or even 18. Here is some more information about the Luxembourg school system.
International, private, and public elementary and secondary schools
Are you moving to Luxembourg and want your child to continue their education in their original school system? Would you prefer an alternative to the Luxembourg public school system? Find all the information you need here.
High schools and secondary education in Luxembourg
At age 12, after completing primary school, students in the Luxembourg education system move on to secondary school, where they are required to continue their education until age 18 or until they obtain a diploma or certificate of completion.