The Swedish government is launching an investigation to address critical issues in early childhood education, focusing on language development and group sizes in preschools.

The initiative, led by Education Minister Lotta Edholm and supported by Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, aims to introduce mandatory language preschools for children struggling with Swedish language skills.

This move is particularly targeted at children from non-Swedish speaking homes, who often face challenges in language acquisition, impacting their overall academic performance.

The investigation will also explore setting a maximum limit on preschool group sizes to ensure each child receives adequate attention.

Additionally, there will be a review of language proficiency requirements for preschool staff to enhance the language environment for children.

The government emphasizes that these reforms are crucial for providing all children with a strong foundation for future schooling, especially those in segregated areas.

The findings of this investigation are expected by December 2025.