Development of the education system in Bulgaria in a period of economic transformations

For almost a decade now Europe has been striving to achieve smart, sustainable and integrative growth. Although virtually all resources have been involved in fulfilling it, it is more than obvious that smart growth has a leading role to play while education and science are strongly and unconditionally linked to it. This study seeks and analyses the need for quality education in Bulgaria, discussing whether it is possible and to what extent, as well as what could and should be changed to make it an integral part of the actual transition to a competitive economy. An attempt is being made to describe the actions in the Bulgarian educational system, as well as the adopted strategies and development plans. A critical analysis of the main development priorities for the next ten years has also been made.