Education in the strict sense is a formal process of learning which takes place in a recognized and approved institution of learning. Education can be formal or informal. When one enrolls in a recognized and approved institution of learning for the purpose of acquiring knowledge and skill, this is said to be formal education.

Education adds to the value of developing and improving the cognitive process of humans, equipping humans with the necessary skills and experience for livelihood and making the world a better and easier place through management, invention, human to human relations and other factors which facilitate smoother existence.

Every nation has advantages and disadvantages when it comes to pursuing higher education overseas. While one nation might be renowned for its infrastructure, another might be renowned for its innovative degree programs.

For instance, the list of nations that have influenced modern education might include Finland, Denmark, Norway, Japan, Russia, and others if we looked at things like living standards, teacher-student ratios, and the availability of public research resources. Let’s determine the world’s best educational system while taking its quality Index and opportunity Index into account.

United States: The United States’ education process rises from primary and secondary education up to the higher education. Primary and secondary education put together last for a minimum period of 12 years. This is the “first through twelfth grades”. After the first through the twelfth grades, student proceed to college or university which is the higher education.

Universities in the United States offer varieties of quality courses as much as other countries. What really has made them exceptional? People from various countries are always willing to have this identity of having been to an American school. Education system in the United States is flexible and versatile.

The system balances teachers’ contribution to academic performance and that of the student. As stated earlier, the system is flexible and versatile. United States had attained this very height where the physical presence of students may not be warranted. There is efficiency in their ICT and network technologies which facilitate online learning with little or no obstruction. This extend to having quizzes and examinations online.

United Kingdom: education process in the United Kingdom rises from primary education, secondary education, further education and higher education. According to the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, United Kingdom was in 2019 ranked number one on the list of best countries for education. The UK education system is also more flexible. They also offer education opportunities for international students.

Aside the United States, United Kingdom is the next in line country for international students. United Kingdom is a most revered country and as such, degrees obtained from the country is worldly recognized and regarded. Imagine obtaining a degree from Oxford and Cambridge, maybe the same qualification but gives an edge over other sources. Cost of education is UK in also regulated.

Education there is very much valued and individuals and bodies willing and in fact sponsoring the education sector, hence their ability to offer scholarship opportunities to students. United Kingdom has also notable prestigious universities. Schooling in UK is compulsory for children from five to sixteen years.

Canada: Canada as a country places high value on education and consequently obtains and maintain a high standard education system. Canada offers free education through primary and secondary education. Schooling is compulsory for children from five years. Canada is also notable for offering scholarships both to international and indigenous students.

The education system and condition in Canada is favourable, flexible and efficient. Students are offered two years of general or three years of technical education. Canada offers free education for public high school for the residents. Canada is known for having quality academic institution across the country.

Germany: Germany tend to have similar practice and education system with United States. Enrolling for kindergarten in Germany is optional. Kids can be brought up through informal education, such which is learnt from parents and relations.

Germany education system also incorporate international students. Students also have the advantage of choosing the system of schooling since their secondary education is divided into five systems.

Switzerland: Switzerland is notable for quality staff and vocational training. Most of the educational levels are free upon payment of taxes by parents. The system also offer education opportunities to international students.

Switzerland has a decentralized system of education and is a multilingual federation. For international students, language learning is of utmost necessity. Education is compulsory for children within the age of four and eleven.

Sweden: education system in Sweden focuses more on practical, research and the use of digital technology. The system is notable for digital skills and quality teaching staff. Sweden education system is also notable for practicing the principle of Egalitarianism which is the principle of equality.

The Netherlands: The Netherlands being a non-English speaking country, became the first to design their curriculum in English. Their curriculum is flexible and allows students to freely choose their areas of interest. From the basic education till the age of 16, students do a full time program and thereafter, have the choice of continuing with a part-time course.

The system places emphasis and interest on skill and vocational training. In The Netherlands, tuition fee is only paid upon the students’ attainment of 16 years of age. The Netherlands offers also scholarships and subsidy to the tuition fees.

Finland: In Finland, there is no standardized testing for students except the National Matriculation Examination. The education system is liberal. Children start school as late as 7 years. The system practices 9 years of compulsory education, and any education surpassing the 9th grade or upon the attainment of age 16 is optional.

In Finland, classes start as late as 9:00 or 9:45 as opposed to the rush and sleepy early hour. The learning atmosphere is relaxed. The Government massively support the education system through National Agency of Education. They practice diversity of teaching methodology per student on the basis of individual differences.

Australia: in Australia, there is compulsory education for students from 6 to 15 years. Government offer massive financial support to the education system. Higher education focuses on training individual for personal growth for the application of the knowledge to the benefit of the society and the economy.

Australia offers best Vocational Education and Training (VET), a training offered to prepare individuals for employment. There is emphasis on practical learning and the country also offer opportunities to international students.

Denmark: Denmark has prestigious and notable universities like the University of Copenhagen, University of Southern Denmark, Roskilde University, etc. Schools in Denmark offers scholarships both to indigenous and international students.

Education is free for and compulsory for children below the age of 16. The system offer free education for citizens and permanent residents.