Muar: Johor has emerged as one of the leading states in Malaysia for Year One registrations for the 2027 school session, marking a significant milestone under the Malaysia Education Blueprint (RPM) 2026-2035. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek announced that within just two weeks of the registration period opening, nearly 50,000 applications were received nationwide for children aged six, with Johor contributing a notable portion of this figure.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Fadhlina highlighted that this early surge in registrations is a positive indication of the RPM's implementation success, which aims to achieve targeted educational outcomes over the next decade. "When Johor became among the states with the highest figure in terms of registration, it shows that parents are ready to commit and have confidence in the system that is being implemented," she remarked during a media conference at the 'Jaulah Ramadan Komuniti 2026' Programme held at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Agama Maahad Muar.
Despite the registration window remaining open until March 31, Fadhlina assured that the Ministry of Education (MOE) would continue to accept applications beyond this deadline, allowing parents ample time to decide. The ministry has projected up to 700,000 registrations, with extensive preparations underway to accommodate this influx, including infrastructure planning and teacher recruitment.
Fadhlina emphasized that Year One registration for 2027 is not merely a procedural task but a strategic component of the RPM, which seeks to enhance education quality and empower students. To this end, the ministry is also advancing the Tekad Reformasi Pendidikan Programme (Tekad), a platform for continuous engagement and briefings to ensure comprehensive understanding of RPM's objectives and targets.
The explanation and engagement process, according to Fadhlina, will extend beyond the registration period, reinforcing support for policy implementation. During today's programme, a Tekad briefing session was conducted to inform teachers, parents, and the community about the RPM's strategic goals and the crucial role of families in achieving policy success.
The MOE's 'Jaulah Ramadan' 2026 Programme aims to fortify connections between ministry personnel and the local community while enhancing the appreciation of Ramadan. The programme integrates spirituality, welfare, and education elements, striving to impart benefits and foster a positive impact on all participants. A primary objective is to elucidate the RPM 2026-2035, the nation's educational roadmap designed to solidify foundational education access and quality.