Satisfaction with School Education Higher Than Parental Generation at 74.7% - Survey on Values Regarding Learning for Teens <Prmaceed>

Prmaceed Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Akito Iwata), which operates "Go Tsushinsei Koko," an introductory website for correspondence high schools, conducted a "Survey on the Actual Situation of Teenagers' Worries, Causes, and Solutions" from May 15 (Fri) to May 19 (Tue), 2026, to comprehensively analyze the concerns of teenagers. This survey targeted 300 individuals aged 15-19 (teen generation) and 300 individuals aged 40-59 (parental generation), investigating what teenagers worry about, who they consult with, and what kind of support they seek (*1).

Based on the results of this survey, we consider the environment necessary for today's teenagers.

Q1. Are you satisfied with your current school education (classes/curriculum)? (Single answer/n=600)

For this question, "Very satisfied" accounted for 10.8% and "Somewhat satisfied" accounted for 51.8%, totaling 62.7% (*1). Teenagers, in particular, showed high satisfaction, at 74.7%, which is 24.0% higher than the parental generation.

Q2. Please choose the learning methods that you feel suit you or are likely to suit you. (Multiple answers/n=600)

The most frequent answer for learning methods that suit (or are likely to suit) individuals was "Learning at my own pace," at 41.2%. This was followed by "Reviewing and relearning basics" at 23.2%, "Small group/individual instruction" at 22.7%, and "Practical learning" at 22.2%.

There was a significant generational gap, particularly in "Learning at my own pace" and "Small group/individual instruction," revealing that teenagers are seeking learning methods that suit them.

Q3. Please choose what you would like to learn or are interested in, outside of school studies. (Multiple answers/n=600)

Items listed as things they would like to learn include "IT/Programming" at 23.0%, "Music" at 21.3%, "Video/SNS" at 18.2%, "Languages/Study Abroad" at 17.8%, and "Beauty/Makeup" at 15.3%.

A generational gap was noticeable in many items, indicating a shift in values regarding learning. Additionally, "None in particular" had the highest response rate among the parental generation at 40.3%.

<Comment from Akito Iwata, Representative of Prmaceed>

Q2 and Q3 revealed a significant generational gap in many items, indicating a change in values regarding learning. Teenagers desire individualized optimization in learning pace and teaching methods, and they also recognize "Fashion," "Illustration," "Anime/Voice Acting," and "Dance" as learning.

With the spread of social media, not only celebrities but also prominent figures in various fields are disseminating information. Just as top athletes inspire not only with their skills but also by sharing their lifestyles, thoughts, and values, the perception that valuable information can be obtained from outside of school studies may be contributing to this shift in values.

What was surprising was that 74.7% of teenagers answered "Satisfied with current school education" in Q1. However, this might be an indication that they are unaware of other learning options or do not have the余裕 (yoyuu - leeway/time) to look beyond school, and the survey results could change if opportunities to learn in areas of interest increase.

Q4. Do you feel that "learning at school" will be useful in the future? (Single answer/n=600)

For teenagers, "Very much" was 16.3% and "Somewhat" was 56.3%, totaling 72.7%. On the other hand, for the parental generation, "Very much" was 7.3% and "Somewhat" was 29.0%, totaling 36.3%.

It appears that teenagers feel school learning will be useful in the future, while the parental generation feels it will not.

Q5. Please choose the environment in which you would feel motivated to learn. (Multiple answers/n=600)

Environments conducive to motivated learning included "Learning at my own pace" at 39.0%, "An atmosphere where I can learn with peace of mind" at 35.2%, and "Learning that is useful for the future and career" at 30.2%.

"Learning at my own pace" and "An atmosphere where I can learn with peace of mind" showed particularly high response rates among teenagers.

<Comment from Akito Iwata, Representative of Prmaceed>

In our recently released survey on "Teenagers' Worries," teenagers sought "a secure environment" for support with their concerns. The results of Q5 show a similar trend, with a desire for "security in the learning environment" as well.

They want to learn at their own pace and with peace of mind. "At my own pace" does not necessarily mean "slowly," but rather a pace based on mastery, and "peace of mind" means an environment free from comparison with others.

Furthermore, teenagers have high satisfaction with school education (Q1) and positively view the usefulness of learning the five core subjects for the future in Q4. Precisely because their current satisfaction and expectations are high, they may be seeking even better environments and more substantive learning.

Q6. Please choose when you are most likely to be motivated to study or learn. (Multiple answers/n=600)

Moments when motivation for studying increases include "When learning something I like" at 45.0%, "When I achieve something or understand something" at 35.3%, and "When I am interested in the content of what I am learning" at 32.8%.

Teenagers had a low response rate for "When I can positively imagine my future self," with a difference of over 35% compared to the highest response, "When learning something I like." Rather than working hard for the future, whether they can feel meaning and enjoyment in their current studies seems to be more important for intrinsic motivation.

<Comment from Akito Iwata, Representative of Prmaceed>

What is important in teenagers' learning, as revealed in Q6, is to stimulate their interests and curiosities within an environment where they can learn in their own way, and to accumulate a sense of accomplishment. Simply imposing the traditional value of "study because it's useful for the future" will not increase teenagers' motivation. Perhaps it is more important to convey, "You can live your life more authentically by learning what you like."

Q7. What do you think constitutes a good school? Please choose the most applicable option. (Single answer/n=600)

For teenagers, "An environment where one can spend time with peace of mind" was 24.0%, "Respects individuality and pace" was 21.7%, and "Helps improve academic ability and college admission results" was 21.3%.

On the other hand, for the parental generation, "An environment where one can spend time with peace of mind" was 29.3%, "Respects individuality and pace" was 19.7%, and "Helps improve character" was 14.7%.

There was a particularly large generational gap in "Helps improve academic ability and college admission results."

Q8. Regarding school, should "learning be done through a set curriculum" or is it "better to be able to choose freely"? Similarly, is it "better for everyone to learn at the same pace" or "better for each person to be different"? (Single answer/n=600)

Regarding curriculum, "Better to be able to choose freely" was 65.3% for teenagers and 62.0% for the parental generation.

Regarding learning pace, "Better for each person to be different" was 71.3% for teenagers and 68.7% for the parental generation.

Q9. Regarding "competition" in school, please choose the statement closest to your opinion. (Single answer/n=600)

For this question, "Necessary" accounted for 60.0% and "Unnecessary" accounted for 40.0%.

Q10. Regarding the approach to school, please choose the statement closest to your opinion. (Single answer/n=600)

For this question, "Management is necessary" totaled 53.3%, and "Emphasis on autonomy" totaled 46.7%.

Q11. What kind of values do you think a good school should cherish? Please choose the applicable options. (Multiple answers/n=600)

Values sought in schools included "Social skills/Communication skills" at 45.0%, "A secure environment to spend time in" at 44.0%, and "Improvement of academic ability" at 36.7%.

"Improvement of academic ability" showed a particularly large generational gap, with the highest response rate among teenagers.

<Comment from Akito Iwata, Representative of Prmaceed>

Q8 and Q9 revealed that "choice in education," "respect for individual pace," and "competition for growth" are supported regardless of generation. On the other hand, in Q10, "school management is necessary" exceeded 50%. While these may seem contradictory, it should be interpreted that moderate competition that leads to self-growth, rather than excessive comparison with others, is accepted.

Comparing Q7 and Q11, the items with large generational gaps (improvement of academic ability) are the same, and it is clear that teenagers, along with a secure environment and respect for individuality, also value the realization of their desired career paths.

Regarding the Results - Akito Iwata, Representative

This survey revealed that values regarding "learning" have changed between teenagers and the parental generation. Teenagers recognize that the five core subjects are useful for the future and also think "I want to learn what I like," which can be described as a desire for substantive learning.

In the real world, problem-finding and problem-solving skills are required, so experiences gained through school research projects and similar activities will become even more important than before.

Teenagers have a strong awareness of wanting to "learn in a way that suits them" and support education that offers choices and learning environments tailored to each individual's pace, rather than uniform education.

These trends were also observed in the survey release on "Teenagers' Worries" that our company recently published. For support with their concerns, they seek "a secure environment" and "an environment where they are accepted," and similar needs exist in the learning environment.

The education needed for teenagers is not a dichotomy of "freedom versus academic ability" or "individuality versus career path." It is learning that broadens future options while respecting each individual's interests and pace within a secure environment.

It can be said that the role expected of schools is also expanding to create an environment where everyone can learn authentically, with the premise of improving academic ability.

<Survey Overview>

Survey Method: Online research

Target Audience Conditions: [Gender] Male, Female

[Age] 15-19 years old (teen generation) + 40-59 years old (parental generation)

[Region] Nationwide

Allocation: 300 samples each for 15-19 year olds and 40-59 year olds

Survey Period: May 15, 2026 - May 19, 2026

*1) Survey results are displayed with the second decimal place truncated.

Go Tsushinsei Koko

A portal site that introduces correspondence high schools, support schools, skill-linked schools, and vocational high schools from various angles. Instead of simply comparing specs like deviation values or name recognition, it aims to match the individuality of schools that can solve teenagers' worries and aspirations, treating them as unique traits.

https://go-highschool.com/

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There is a significant gap between the values teenagers hold regarding learning and the public's perception of the worries they face. To help resolve this issue, we believe that if everyone could discuss it more freely, the world would become a little better than it is now. With that in mind, we deliver real voices from various perspectives.

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Company Name: Prmaceed Co., Ltd.

Representative: Akito Iwata, Representative Director

Location: the Folks 3B/3F, 2-18-19 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

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