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Teachers Seek Four-Day Week Amid Burnout Crisis

12/8/2025

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Story summary
  • In England, 59% of teachers expect to stay in the profession over the next three years, down from prior years.
  • A four-day workweek is gaining traction to combat burnout and improve retention.
  • Teachers currently work an average of 26 unpaid hours weekly.
  • A four-day week will not solve all issues.
  • It could provide essential planning time and prompt adaptation of the education system to prevent further loss of experienced educators.