The statutory aims of the Folkeskole, as set out in the Danish Folkeskole Act (unofficial translation).
Section 1
1. The Folkeskole shall, in cooperation with parents, provide pupils with the knowledge and skills that prepare them for further education and training and inspire them to continue learning. It shall familiarize them with Danish culture and history, give them an understanding of other countries and cultures, contribute to their understanding of the interaction between people and the environment, and promote the all-round development of each individual pupil.
2. The Folkeskole shall seek to develop teaching methods and create a learning environment that provides opportunities for experience, immersion and initiative, enabling pupils to develop awareness, imagination and confidence in their own abilities and backgrounds, so that they are motivated to participate actively and take responsibility.
3. The Folkeskole shall prepare pupils to participate in a free and democratic society by developing their sense of co-responsibility and helping them understand their rights and duties. Accordingly, the daily life of the school shall be based on intellectual freedom, equality and democracy.
Section 2
1. The Folkeskole is the responsibility of the municipalities, expect as provided in section 20(3). The municipal council is responsible for ensuring that every child residing in the municipality has access to free education in the Folkeskole. The municipal council also sets the objectives and framework for the schools’ activities within the provisions of this Act, cf. sections 40 and 40a.
2. Each school is responsible for ensuring the quality of the education in accordance with the aims of the Folkeskole and within the framework of this Act (cf. section 1). Each school is also responsible for planning and organizing its educational activities.
3. Pupils and parents shall cooperate with the school in achieving the aims of the Folkeskole.
