Kuala lumpur: The Ministry of Education (MOE) has marked significant achievements in education reforms over the past three years, including making secondary education compulsory, reducing teachers' workloads, and enhancing school infrastructure across the nation. Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek emphasized the ministry's ongoing efforts to prepare teachers for the 2027 school curriculum rollout, which will be gradually introduced starting with preschool in 2026.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Fadhlina highlighted the importance of focusing on pedagogical mastery and implementing classroom reforms, allowing teachers to concentrate fully on teaching and learning (PdP). Speaking at a press conference, she underscored the MOE's success in passing the Education (Amendment) Bill 2025, mandating secondary education up to Form Five and reducing dropout rates after Year Six.

The recruitment of 52,948 new teachers has resulted in a 98% filling rate, ensuring nearly all classes are adequately staffed. Safety measures have also been prioritized, with initiatives like installing CCTV cameras and appointing additional educators and counsellors.

Post-pandemic, the school calendar will return to a January start by 2026, aligning with the needs of parents and educators. The literacy and numeracy intervention program has helped 398,496 students master basic skills, reflecting a notable improvement.

Efforts to alleviate teachers' burdens include appointing assistant teachers and improving the Daily Lesson Plan. Infrastructure development has seen the construction of 44 new schools and the completion of 44 dilapidated school projects by 2025.

Fadhlina also noted the expansion of early childhood education through MOE preschools, increasing access in various regions. The extension of K9 and K11 schools has effectively addressed dropout rates in remote areas, achieving a zero dropout rate by ensuring students complete their secondary education.