//
Order no. 263/2026 regulates the allocation of teaching hours for management and pedagogical coordination structures in Madeira's public schools.
The Regional Secretariat for Education, Science and Technology has published Order no. 263/2026, which defines the global credit of weekly teaching hours for primary and secondary schools in the regional public network. This measure aims to provide educational establishments with autonomy for the management of pedagogical structures and the implementation of school success strategies.
The global credit of hours (CGH) is calculated based on a formula that considers a fixed component, the number of students and classes, and multiplicative factors per level of education. The order also provides for:
This diploma revokes Order no. 240/2018 and other previous standards, consolidating the regulatory framework for the pedagogical and organizational autonomy of Madeira's schools.
The Regional Government approved financial support for the operation and social action of two private educational establishments, totaling over 1.9 million euros.
The Regional Directorate of School Administration has authorized the permanent transfer of two technical assistants to the Ponta do Sol Basic and Secondary School.
The public employment contract of a Child Support Technician at a school in Santa Cruz has been terminated at the worker's initiative.