Education in the Philippines
Education in the Philippines is a system managed by the Department of Education, often abbreviated as DepEd in the country. The Department of Education controls the Philippine primary and secondary school systems. It is also responsible for ensuring that all students have access to quality education.
Pronunciation
In English: /ˌɛdʒʊˈkeɪʃən ɪn ðə ˈfɪlɪpiːnz/ In Filipino: /edukasyon sa pilipinas/
Etymology
The term "Education in the Philippines" is a direct translation of the Filipino phrase "edukasyon sa Pilipinas". The term "edukasyon" is derived from the Spanish word "educación", which means education. The term "Pilipinas" is the Filipino name for the Philippines, which is derived from the Spanish "Las Islas Filipinas".
Related Terms
- K-12 Education System
- Alternative Learning System
- Technical Education and Skills Development Authority
- Commission on Higher Education
- Philippine Science High School System
- State Universities and Colleges
- Local Universities and Colleges
Overview
Education in the Philippines is provided by public and private schools, colleges, universities, and technical and vocational institutions in the country. Funding for public education comes from the national government. At the basic education level, the Department of Education (DepEd) sets overall educational standards and mandates standardized tests for the K–12 basic education program, which includes a compulsory elementary and high school education.
History
The education system in the Philippines has undergone several stages of development from the pre-Spanish times to the present. In meeting the needs of the society, education serves as a focus of emphases/priorities of the leadership at certain periods in our national struggle as a race.
See Also
- Education in the Philippines during Spanish rule
- Education in the Philippines during American rule
- Education in the Philippines during Japanese occupation
- Education in the Philippines during the Marcos era
- Education in the Philippines during the post-Marcos era
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