2,191,004 students began school on 1st Sept, almost 50,000 more than the 2,141,850 enrolled the previous year. Improvements this year include smaller classes in 1st grade; a second kindergarten assistant; new tools for special needs children and a new advanced maths program.
http://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/School-year-to-begin-Tuesday-after-teachers-call-off-strike-413848