Reformed school curriculum helps Filipino students find jobs

In 2013, the Philippines reformed its basic education program, extending the pre-university education from 10 to 12 years, starting from Kindergarten to Senior High School – also called K to 12. The Asian Development Bank provided financial support to the K to 12 reform.

The new curriculum lets students choose whether to concentrate on vocational skills or pursue higher academic learning in preparation for college. This brought the country at par with the rest of Asia.

The first batch of K to 12 graduates received their diplomas in April 2018. The 1.2 million graduates, more than half of whom came from public schools, are now better equipped to face the future and contribute to society.

Original source: ADB
Published on 13 January 2019