This seventh edition of "Key Data on Education in Europe" retains its main special feature which is the combination of statistical data and qualitative information to describe the organisation and functioning of education systems in Europe. The present 2009 edition maintains the subject-based structure defined by the previous one but uses new sources of information and presents new opportunities for Internet browsing. All these innovations are geared to providing a better insight into the diversity and common aspects of education systems in Europe. They aim to satisfy more effectively the requirements of different readers, including those seeking clarification on a particular aspect of education systems no less than those interested in a wider perspective. A bibliography is included. (Contains 120 figures and 4 footnotes.)