Mission of the Kabyle school
A successful school is the key to sustainable social success.
The Kabyle school must, like the best educational systems, has as its mission the development of the child’s personality. It must educate him, instruct him, train him, perfect him, prepare him to live in society by promoting his socialization, and protect him against any attempt at ideological indoctrination.
It must also cultivate in him respect for Kabylian values, while creating a comfortable environment of freedom, security, peace and learning. His ultimate goal should be to prepare him for personal and professional success, to qualify him and encourage him to build a prosperous future, according to his abilities, pace and aspirations.
- Educate and instruct.
- Supervise and socialize.
- Train and qualify.
- Support and improve.
The right and obligation to education
Schooling is mandatory for all children aged 5 to 17, regardless of the status of the school, whether public or private. This compulsory education is governed by laws of the federal government of Kabylia.
Compulsory education is divided into four complementary levels: preschool, primary, secondary and post-secondary. After secondary education, the student, depending on his preferences and skills, can move towards basic general, technical or professional post-secondary education.
The main objective of educational policy is to ensure equal opportunities for all children. It is the responsibility of the political power to make all the necessary efforts so that each young person can succeed in their compulsory schooling and to achieve their full potential at their own pace, regardless of gender, family or social status, or physical or cognitive abilities.
Public school and free education
The Kabyle public school is accessible free of charge to all children in Kabylia. For those who choose not to attend public school, it is possible to continue their studies in accredited private institutions, in accordance with the policies and laws established by the Kabylian federal government.
At the end of this last (post-secondary) level, which lasts two years, the student can continue his higher education if he has reached the required level, after obtaining a Post-Secondary Teaching Certificate (PSTS), or opt for advanced vocational training. Alternatively, he can enter the labor market with a Vocational Education Diploma (DEP) and start his professional life.
Each child must be able to find his place in the Kabylian school that corresponds to him, so that he has all the necessary means to succeed in his school career. The Kabylian authorities and the federal government must therefore take all appropriate measures: political, financial, human, educational and material to ensure this success.
School and education are the foundations of all success. In summary, the main principles of the educational policy of the proposed education system are:
- Kabyle is the main language of instruction;
- Education and vocational training are a guaranteed and free right for all Kabylian citizens, in all public institutions;
- Equal means and chances of success are offered to all children;
- Schooling is compulsory from preschool to post-secondary (from 5 to 17 years old);
- The learning and mastery of foreign languages is strongly encouraged;
- Public schools are free and accessible without distinction to all Kabylian citizens;
- Religious neutrality and respect for all beliefs (secular school) are guaranteed by law;
- Education against all ideological indoctrination;
- The philosophical teaching of religions and the social universe is necessary for the development of critical and enlightened mind;
- All functions of education and training are properly valued;
- The enhancement of work is one of the priorities in the organizational culture of the school;
- The rights of the child are protected by specific federal laws;
- Children are protected against religious indoctrination;
- The structure and foundations of the education system are the responsibility of the federal government;
- The funding of schools and education is the responsibility of the federal government;
- International cooperation in all areas of teaching and university research is strongly encouraged;
- The Kabyle school promotes the individual, collective development and autonomy of students.
- Teaching of Kabylian and universal values is mandatory.
- Physical and sports education is mandatory for all eligible students from preschool to post-secondary;
- The teaching and practice of martial arts is strongly recommended.
- The teaching of logic is integrated from primary school.
- The teaching and practice of philosophical reasoning is introduced in primary school.
- DIY and creativity workshops are integrated into the school programs from preschool to post-secondary.
- The teaching and practice of agricultural methods and techniques are integrated into all school levels from preschool to post-secondary.
- Educational outings are supported and encouraged at all school levels;
- Outdoor classes are highly recommended.
- Financial education is mandatory for all secondary and post-secondary classes.
- The teaching of economic concepts is compulsory from secondary to post-secondary.
- Teaching the fundamental concepts of politics is compulsory from secondary to post-secondary school.
Student health
The Kabyle school must encourage the child’s personal development, autonomy, as well as cognitive and collective development and socialization.
