Education Factsheet

Highlights

This factsheet provides an overview of education in the Philippines, highlighting enduring challenges. Despite progress with the K to 12 Program, issues persist in areas such as limited early childhood education participation, concerns about the quality and access to basic education, and the impact of natural disasters.

UNICEF Philippines is actively addressing these challenges in education, focusing on early childhood education, basic education, and adolescent learning. The collaborative efforts with the Philippine government aim to ensure quality education and uphold the rights of every child.