National Education Reform

National Education Reform Forum 2026

3–6 August 2026

Participants at the National Education Reform Forum 2026
Participants at the National Education Reform Forum 2026. Photo credit: Smith.

About the Reform

Education has been one of the cornerstones of Vanuatu’s national development since Independence. Over the past four decades, successive governments have invested significantly in expanding access to education, strengthening teacher development and improving learning facilities.

Despite this progress, the education sector continues to face challenges requiring collective reflection and long-term action. Vanuatu must also prepare its education system to respond to a rapidly changing national and global environment.

The Government has therefore resolved to undertake a comprehensive review of the education system through an inclusive national consultation process.

Rather than focusing only on individual policies or programmes, the National Education Reform examines the broader purpose, direction and future of education in Vanuatu.

Key Questions

What knowledge, skills and values should every child acquire?
How can education better support national development while respecting Vanuatu’s cultural identity?
How should schools prepare learners for employment, entrepreneurship and leadership?
How can education respond effectively to technological change and strengthen climate resilience?

Forum Purpose

Review

Examine the strengths, challenges and future needs of the education system.

Identify

Establish national priorities and opportunities for education reform.

Consult

Gather perspectives from education stakeholders and communities.

Build

Develop shared ownership and direction for the future of education.

Forum Documents

MoET-approved documents from the National Education Reform Forum will be published here as they become available.

General Forum Documents

Document Category Year
National Education Reform Forum agenda 2026

Day 2 — Tuesday 4 August 2026

Document Category Year
Director General Education Forum Presentation 2026
Education Service Directorate Curriculum Presentation 2026
Education System TVET Pathways Presentation 2026
MoET Forum PPD Presentation 2026
Skills Policy Launch Presentation 2026
Vanuatu Education Language Policy Presentation 2026
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