Agency: In response to pressing challenges in Bhutan’s education system, the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) has outlined concrete steps to ensure the successful endorsement and implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2024.
The policy, which has been submitted for Cabinet approval, represents a significant leap in addressing the evolving needs of the education system.
NEP 2024 aligns closely with His Majesty The King’s Royal Kasho on Education Reform (2020) and Bhutan’s long-term aspirations for a more inclusive and equitable educational framework.
It covers all levels of education, from Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) to lifelong learning, and aims to strengthen key areas, including school education, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), and higher education.
“The NEP 2024 provides a comprehensive framework for transforming Bhutan’s education system, addressing critical challenges, and ensuring that education remains relevant to the needs of the country,” said MoESD Minister Yeezang De Thapa.
To ensure the successful execution of NEP, the National Education Council (NEC), chaired by the Prime Minister, will oversee the policy’s rollout. NEC will provide strategic guidance, monitor reforms, and coordinate efforts across all levels of education.