Schooling to Be Provided Gratuitously on a Daily Basis Starting from the Commencing School Year, as Decided by the Top-ranking Official
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RIGHT ON TARGET: Vieñm's Party General Secretary Tô Lâm has set his sights on transformative education policies, aiming to roll out free full-day schooling for primary and secondary students across Vietnam starting in 2025-2026. Let's dive into the deets!
HÀ NỘI — Imagine a school day that's packed with two sessions of learning, focusing on cultural and artistic development – that's precisely what Tô Lâm has in mind! The Party boss has given the green light for the education sector and local authorities to prepare for this ambitious initiative [1][2].
Ready, Set, Implement
The plan is scheduled to go live in the upcoming academic year, with a focus on better teaching in areas like arts and culture, ultimately fostering well-rounded students [1][2]. The mandate comes following a working session with the Government and relevant ministries, addressing preparations for a new Politburo resolution on education policies [3].
Two Sessions, Double the Learning
Teaching two sessions a day will give students a deeper dive into these subject areas [2][3]. The decision is part of a statement from the Office of the Central Party Committee, based on Lâm's conclusions from the session [3].
Local Capacity, National Support
The rollout will be tailored to each region's infrastructure, funding, and staffing potential [1][3]. The government will take the lead on investments, with encouragement from the private sector to boost infrastructure [2][3].
Breaking Bread Together
In addition, Lâm has agreed to a policy that provides free lunches for students in border communes, particularly in mountainous and ethnic minority areas. This will benefit both local ethnic students and their ethnic Kinh counterparts living in those regions [3].
Boarding and Semi-Boarding Schools
To enhance learning and living conditions, localities are encouraged to establish boarding and semi-boarding schools [3]. Infrastructure standards for schools should include adequate classrooms, science labs, clean water, kitchens, bathrooms, toilets, playgrounds, and teacher accommodation [3].
Border Language Programs
Border communes neighboring other countries should incorporate lessons in the neighboring country's language, fostering cross-border exchange [3]. The program will be introduced gradually, aligning with the national economic situation [3].
Zero Tolerance for Misconduct
Strict supervision is crucial during implementation. Any misuse of students' meal provisions will not be tolerated [3]. Initially, the program will be piloted in land border communes starting in September. After assessing the results, it will expand to other parts of the country [3].
Drive Forward
Localities capable of allocating budgetary resources can implement the scheme immediately within their jurisdictions [3]. The Party Committee of the education ministry will coordinate with relevant agencies and report to the Government's Party Committee on implementation progress [3]. Matters beyond their authority will be referred to the Politburo for review and decision [3].
National Priorities
Education, training, and science and technology are still top national priorities [4]. Despite substantial gains, the education system has yet to achieve the transformative progress required to meet public expectations [4]. To address this, bold institutional and policy reforms, targeted investment, and accelerated modernization are needed [4]. In line with economic growth, social advancement must also be prioritized, ensuring equal education opportunities and full potential development for every citizen [4].
Shaping the Future
The ambitious initiative is part of Vietnam's broader commitment to reform education and promote equal access to quality education across the country [1]. By equipping students with a well-rounded education in arts, culture, and other academic areas, Vietnam can develop the high-quality workforce essential for driving breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation, and digital transformation [4].
A teacher and a student in class at Thượng Hóa Primary and Secondary School in Minh Hóa District, located in the central coastal province of Quảng Bình.-VNA/VNS Photo Tá Chuyên
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[1] VNN News - Free full-day schooling to start in 2025-2026: Tô Lâm[2] VOV – Tô Lâm approves free full-day schooling starting in 2025-2026[3] VOV – Tô Lâm supports lunch meals for students in border communes[4] Tuổi Trẻ newspaper – Free school lunches, border language programs:acing changes in education[5] VNA net – Vietnamese PM approves additional VND8,200 billion to improve education quality
- To Minh, the Party General Secretary of Vietnam, has set his focus on education policies, aiming to commence free full-day schooling for primary and secondary students across Vietnam starting in 2025-2026.
- The education sector and local authorities are directed to prepare for this ambitious initiative, which includes a double learning session for students, enhancing cultural and artistic development.
- The government will take the lead on investments to support this policy with encouragement from the private sector to upgrade infrastructure.
- Additionally, Lam has agreed to a policy that provides free lunches for students in border communes, particularly in mountainous and ethnic minority areas.
- Localities are encouraged to establish boarding and semi-boarding schools to improve learning and living conditions for students.
- Border communes neighboring other countries should incorporate lessons in the neighboring country's language to foster cross-border exchange.
- Strict supervision will ensure the program's success, with zero tolerance for misconduct, and initially, it will be piloted in land border communes starting in September.
- The education sector is still a top priority in Vietnam, with the aim to develop the high-quality workforce essential for scientific and technological breakthroughs.
- The new education initiative reflects Vietnam's broader commitment to reform education and promote equal access to quality education across the country.
