Four center-right parties in Denmark are pushing to increase financial support for independent and private schools. The Liberal Alliance, Danish People’s Party, Denmark Democrats, and the Conservatives are united in their goal to allocate more state funding to these schools, aiming to reduce the financial burden on parents.

The proposal centers on raising the “koblingsprocent” (linking percentage) from 76 to 80 percent. This percentage represents the state’s contribution to independent and private schools relative to public schools, essentially covering a portion of the cost per student. An increase would mean less parental financial contribution for families choosing independent or private education.

The parties argue this move will strengthen the center-right bloc and offer families greater freedom in choosing the best educational path for their children. They emphasize the importance of equal educational opportunities and believe that financial constraints should not dictate school choices.

The Danish People’s Party highlights this initiative as a prime example of cohesive center-right policy. The Liberal Alliance stresses the vital role of independent schools in fostering a free society. The Conservatives advocate for free educational choices for taxpayers, while the Denmark Democrats emphasize the proposal’s benefits for children in rural areas where public school options may be limited.

It is estimated that raising the linking percentage could reduce parental contributions by 3319 kroner per student annually. Currently, parents typically pay between 1250 and 2550 kroner per month for each child attending an independent or private school.

The government’s budget proposal for 2026 plans to maintain the linking percentage at the current 76 percent.