We have surveyed more than 6,147 parents or guardians and their children across 6 European countries to learn what they think about the current education system and what they believe should change for future generations.

Across Europe, Generation Z and Alpha prove to be ambitious and driven, with a clear vision of what they expect from the education system; demanding an evolution in the curriculum and better integration of technology to set them up for greater future success.

When I think about the classroom of the future I am certain of one thing: it will look very different to what you and I grew up with. I can say with confidence that technology will transform the space in which children learn. I also believe more stock should be put into listening to the needs of each generation of learners. If we do this, we will reshape not just how we teach, but also the curriculum.

As we lead the shift towards making quality education more accessible through technology and innovation, we give great importance to ensuring it is the voices of children currently in the education system that drive our decisions and developments.

By understanding and listening to their needs today, we are able to unlock each child’s potential and set the course for better education in the future.

FELIX OHSWALD | CO-FOUNDER AND CEO, GOSTUDENT

children in the UK think it does!

of children would like schools to incorporate more technology into the curriculum.

77% also feel that technology enables them to develop their creativity, compared to an average of 69% for all children in Europe.

Still, 64% of UK children do think their teachers are good with technology and encourage them to learn with it - the highest rate in Europe.

of children believe that the Metaverse is beneficial for educational purposes.

of children agree that the Metaverse will enable them to learn more effectively.

of UK parents see the benefit of using the Metaverse for education - one of the lowest rates in Europe.

Among those aware of the Metaverse

How important are each of the following to you in your future?

In the UK, children are most motivated by having a job they love in the future. In comparison to their European peers they put more emphasis 

on high performance and success at work than having a great social life.

More UK children want to make a difference 

in the world compared to other European countries, although Italy leads this with 81%.

However, less than half of children in the UK believe school is preparing them for their dream job - the lowest rate in Europe

School is teaching me the skills to…

UK children agree that school is equipping them with the skills to stay safe online, and teaching them how to protect the environment. This is well above the European average.

would like to be taught finance

would like to be taught video game programming

would like to be taught AI

UK parents rank the highest in Europe when it comes to wanting personal finance to be taught in school, mirroring children's interest in finance ahead of tech topics.

UK parents come second, only to parents in Germany, with their desire for children to learn mindfulness.

GoStudent is an online tutoring company that offers personalised learning experiences to children of all levels. With innovation at its core, GoStudent is committed to harnessing the best of tech to reimagine education for the future.

In everything we do, our aim is clear - we want to unlock every child’s full potential through innovative, personalised learning journeys.

Kristina Bassett

Head of PR

kristina.bassett@gostudent.org

Source: GoStudent Future of Education Report 2023. The full list of questions can be accessed in the report, including all country data and sample sizes.

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