RAMA Survey Highlights Israeli Parents' Concerns Over Teaching Quality

Israel’s educational system faces deep structural challenges, reflecting complex dynamics between teachers and parents. A recent survey by RAMA, the National Authority for Measurement and Evaluation in Education, reveals that while parents highly appreciate teaching staff and personal connections, they express significant concern over the overall quality of instruction and rising school violence.

According to the poll, conducted during the 2024-2025 academic year with over 12,000 participating parents, only 60 percent perceive school learning as clear, curiosity-driven, and empowering. In middle schools, the figures drop further, with just 47 percent of parents rating instructional quality positively. Approximately 40 percent of respondents indicated that teachers fail to explain material clearly or spark genuine academic interest.

Despite criticisms regarding teaching standards, personal relationships between students and educators remain robust. Eighty-six percent of parents feel teachers genuinely care about their children, and 78 percent report positive rapport with homeroom teachers. However, roughly one-third of parents feel schools treat children merely as grade-producing entities rather than addressing their holistic needs, noting a lack of familiarity with students' individual hobbies and interests.

Safety and school climate also emerged as critical concerns. Twenty-three percent of parents stated their children frequently experience violence at school, with 9 percent specifically citing physical violence. Oren Ozen, chairman of the National Parents Leadership, emphasized the urgent need to address violence while praising educators' dedication. Ozen announced plans to press the incoming government for a national anti-violence strategy, including dedicated safety coordinators in every institution.