Funding of education is primarily the government's responsibility, with the exception of some kindergarten and basic school costs where local councils are also an important source of finance. Educational Finance The percentage of expenditure for formal education in the GDP in Slovenia is relatively high; in 2006 it was 5.83% of GDP, and the total expenditure for educational institutions was 6.17% of GDP. In 2006, the highest percentage of all funds (54%) was budgeted for compulsory and preschool education, 25% for upper secondary education, and 22% for higher education. The highest percentage of all public expenditure for formal education covered the immediate costs of educational institutions (91%), while 9% went for financial support to students and families