Current Status and Challenges of Public Education in Nepal
According to the Flash Report 2080 by the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology, Nepal has a total of 35,876 schools . Out of these, 27,990 (78%) are community schools , and 7,886 (22%) are private schools . Compared to 2079, the number of community schools has decreased by 668 , while private schools have increased by 513 . Overall, there are 156 fewer schools in 2080 compared to 2079. The report also states that 7.14 million students are enrolled in both community and private schools, which is a decrease of 53,523 students from 2079. This trend shows that the number of students in community schools is steadily declining, while enrollment in private schools is rising. This shift reflects a decreasing interest in community schools among parents and an increasing preference for private schools. Reasons Behind Declining Interest in Community Schools An analysis of the situation points to shortcomings from multiple stakeholders, including teachers, regulatory bodies, par...