Ministry of Education and Science,Republic of Latvia

The Ministry of Education and Science is responsible for education, science, sports, youth and state language policies in Latvia. We are here to foster a highly innovative, wealthy and integrated society in which everyone has equal opportunities for development.

Responsibilities:

pre-school, basic and secondary education, including education in minority languages

vocational, continuing education and life-learning

informal and values education

juvenile correctional education

education for children and young people with special needs

the field of higher education and research

the national sports policy

coordinating development and implementation of youth policy

international cooperation in youth field

promoting access of young people to their rights

strengthening the status of the Latvian language

promoting engagement in foreign language learning among the public

Principles and values:

The Ministry operates according to the principles of openness, transparency and accountability. We are committed to facilitating dialogue with the public by sharing information and providing extensive explanation of the relevant policies.