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View PDFThe School Education & Literacy Department (SE&LD), Government of Sindh, has launched a major project titled the “Sindh School Rehabilitation Project under Flood Restoration Program” across five districts of Sindh. The project aims to rehabilitate 1,607 schools that are fully and partially damaged, located across 17 talukas (sub-districts) within the following districts:
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As the Minister of School Education and Literacy Department, Government of Sindh, I place great importance on improving access to secondary education and elevating its quality in the province of Sindh. The inadequate provision of secondary education has been a major hindrance to the development of a competent human resource.
Moreover, last year's floods have exacerbated the situation, causing partial or full damage to over 10,000 schools. Despite these challenges, the Government of Sindh is steadfast in its determination to rebuild the education infrastructure and address the ongoing deficiencies in the education sector, ranging from primary to higher secondary levels.
The School Education and Literacy Department has launched the Sindh Secondary Education Improvement Project (SSEIP), which has received support from the Asian Development Bank in terms of both finance and technical assistance. This comprehensive project comprises four main components: upgrading 160 primary schools, improving the capacity of teachers in five core subjects, reforming examination boards, and providing science labs for 500 schools across Sindh, with 100 schools managed by the Sindh Education Foundation and 400 by the School Education and Literacy Department. Currently, the project is being implemented in ten districts in southern Sindh, with plans to expand to the rest of the province in the future.
While the project is still in its early stages and has faced some challenges, I am working diligently to expedite its implementation. This reform initiative represents a long-term vision for the provincial government and has the potential to transform the education sector once all construction and teacher training has been completed. I cannot emphasize enough that the Education Department cannot successfully undertake such a monumental effort without your continued cooperation and support.
Best wishes,
Syed Sardar Ali Shah
Minister for School Education and Literacy Department
Government of Sindh
In the aftermath of the 18th Amendment to the Constitution of Pakistan in 2010, the School Education and Literacy Department (SELD), Government of Sindh, has undertaken significant initiatives to ensure that all children aged 5 to 16 years have access to free and quality education. Despite these efforts, a critical challenge has persisted: the inadequate number of schools offering education beyond the primary level. Currently, 88% of schools in Sindh are primary schools, with only 12% serving as middle, secondary, and higher secondary schools. This disparity has hampered Sindh's ability to produce a skilled workforce and facilitate pathways to tertiary education.
To address these challenges, SELD has launched a range of initiatives aimed at bridging these gaps and improving the overall quality of education. Among these, the Secondary School Education Improvement Project (SSEIP), assisted by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), stands out as a cornerstone of the department’s strategy to expand access to secondary education.
Under SSEIP, four key reforms are being implemented. First, 117 primary schools across 10 districts are being upgraded to include secondary school blocks. Once the new school buildings are operational, their management and maintenance will be entrusted to Education Management Organizations (EMOs). Preparations for this transition are well underway.
Recognizing that infrastructure alone is insufficient, the project also emphasizes capacity building by training 2,600 teachers across Sindh in core subjects such as English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics. Additionally, the program is advancing examination reforms in collaboration with the Department of Universities and Boards, engaging all Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) under B&U Department. To promote gender equity, at least 50% of the training participants are women.
The devastating rains of 2020, which severely damaged more than 50% of Sindh’s school infrastructure, underscored the urgency of these efforts. SELD responded swiftly by engaging development partners to secure resources for rehabilitation. I extend my gratitude to ADB for providing additional financing to rehabilitate 722 schools across five flood-affected districts.
With the successful completion of SSEIP, Sindh is poised to enhance both access to and the quality of secondary education, providing a brighter future for its children.
Best wishes,
The Sindh Secondary Education Improvement Project (SSEIP), assisted by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), is making dedicated efforts to bridge gaps and expand post-primary education opportunities in Sindh. Currently, 88% of government schools in the province are primary, while only 12% are middle, secondary, and higher secondary schools. The lack of infrastructure for education beyond the primary level has been a major obstacle in producing qualified, competent, and skilled individuals, which are essential for the progress of any society.
It is a proud moment for me to lead this important project, which will significantly contribute to improving the education system in Sindh.
Our work is not limited to building school infrastructure. SSEIP is also introducing key educational reforms to improve the quality of secondary education. For the first time, 2,600 teachers from across the province will be trained in five core subjects: English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics. The selection criteria for these teachers have been developed by a third-party team of education experts, who also conducted a comprehensive needs assessment.
Given the gender disparity in education, special attention is being given to ensure that at least 50% of the participants in these capacity-building programs are female. Additionally, the schools being constructed under SSEIP follow a gender-sensitive design, including WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) facilities and separate staff rooms for female teachers, creating a welcoming and supportive environment.
SSEIP is also focused on rehabilitating 722 flood-affected schools in five districts: Dadu, Naushahro Feroze, Qambar Shahdadkot, Larkana, and Khairpur Mirs. The new school buildings are designed to be climate-resilient and strong enough to withstand future floods using modern low-gauge steel (LGS) technology. Despite challenges, work on this component of the SSEIP is progressing rapidly. Temporary arrangements for all 722 schools have been finalized in collaboration with local communities and education officials to ensure continuity of education.
Lastly, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone for their continuous support and cooperation. With this shared commitment, InshaAllah, we will successfully achieve all the goals of SSEIP and make a lasting difference in Sindh’s education system.
Best wishes,
Muhammad Rizwan Soomro
Project Director
Government of Sindh
Examination system the focus is also on redesigning the examination content to emphasize critical thinking.
The SSEIP recognizes the importance of improving the capacity of teachers in core subjects at the secondary school level.
The Sindh Secondary Education Improvement Project (SSEIP) focuses on the construction and monitoring of secondary schools across Sindh to improve access to quality education.
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