European Household Expenditure on Pre-Primary and Primary Education Share by Country (Million Euros)

In 2024, Germany accounted for the highest household expenditure on pre-primary and primary education in Europe, with Italy and Spain following. Notably, from 2023, France and Greece saw spending increases of 3.14% and 3.32%, respectively, with the most significant growth in Latvia at 10.59%. Conversely, Belgium experienced a significant decline of 7.21%. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years highlights steady trends, particularly in Germany, despite a recent 1.85% decrease.

Looking ahead, factors to monitor include potential government policy changes on education funding, economic shifts impacting household budgets, and demographic trends influencing school-age populations.