Tartu Cuts Kindergarten Classes Due to Falling Births

The city of Tartu, Estonia, is reducing its kindergarten enrollment by 260 students and laying off approximately 40 teachers due to a significant decline in the birth rate. This decision, primarily affecting the Annelinn district, reflects a broader demographic trend impacting the region’s future. The move raises concerns about childcare availability and the long-term implications for the city’s population growth.

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