The majority of pupils aspire to receive a high-quality education, both upper secondary and higher, and also their parents want to give the best to their children. First of all, they need to find the most promising schools. In the world at present, there are a number of countries where school and university education is considered the best. Look at the list of these countries.

South Korea

The leading position in the ranking of countries with the best education is occupied by South Korea. The country competes with Japan for the first place in the world. At the moment, it has outrun Japan, despite the fact that it invests a lot in education. Students in South Korea attend school seven days a week. This year, 429 trillion won ($382.6 billion) was allocated to education in the country. This is 7% more than it was invested in 2017.

Japan

The Land of the Rising Sun is considered the world center for the development of high technologies. According to experts, here one can count on getting the best education in the world. Young people receive not only profound knowledge but also applies them in practice. According to the statement of the Prime Minister of the country, Shinzo Abe, this year nearly 4 trillion yen ($35.6 billion) were allocated for education.

Singapore

This Asian state is distinguished by a strong primary education, thanks to which it takes the third place in the rating. Last year, the country's authorities invested 12.7 billion Singapore dollars in this sphere.

Finland

In this Scandinavian country, the level of education is considered to be one of the highest in the world. By this indicator, it is slightly inferior to its Asian competitors. In 2016, Finland's educational budget reached 1,306 million euros.

The UK

Education, obtained in English schools and universities, is traditionally recognized as one of the most promising. Most wealthy citizens seek to get it. Experts assess the level of education in the UK as one of the best in Europe.

Canada

In this northern country, the teaching is conducted in English and French. The level of literacy here is very high, about 99%. Graduates of colleges and universities demonstrate excellent knowledge.

The Netherlands

The Netherlands, according to experts, has one of the best education systems in Europe. However, there is a fly in the ointment: experts note a number of shortcomings, in particular a small amount of investment and poor management of higher education.

Denmark

The education system in Denmark includes primary, secondary and higher education, as well as professional retraining of students. Children under 16 years of age receive compulsory education. Higher education is considered very prestigious, and about 82% of graduates strive to get it.

Germany

In Germany, according to experts, one of the most effective education systems in the world has been created. All issues related to this sphere are solved at the local level. German universities are considered to be among the best in the world, regularly occupying high places in international rankings.

Poland

This country, according to analysts, has a high-quality education system, one of the best in Europe. On a global scale, Poland closes the top ten countries with the most effective level of education. In the past year, 16 billion zloty were allocated for the development and improvement of Polish universities.