Tuvalu Education Department - MEHRD

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Strengthening Teachers, Strengthening Tuvalu’s Future

The Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development (MEHRD), with support from the Global Partnership for Education, UNICEF, the Institute of Education - USP, and Australian High Commission Tuvalu. has launched a major new initiative to improve teaching and learning across Tuvalu.
This US$2.5 million programme will support among others; teachers to gain and upgrade qualifications through 3 different layers of training for teachers.
1. The Graduate Certificate in School Leadership (GCSL)
2. Bachelor of Education for Primary teachers
3. Foudational Learning Programme.
This will strengthen classroom practice, confidence and build future school leaders — reaching teachers in both Funafuti and the outer islands through flexible learning and mentoring support.
By investing in teachers, Tuvalu is investing in better learning opportunities for every child and a stronger education system for the future.
Fakafetai lasi to all partners local and abroad, and educators working together to make this possible for our children and communities.

https://tuvalu.highcommission.gov.au/files/fnfu/building-teaching-skills-to-improve-learning-across-classrooms-in-tuvalu.pdf

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A delegation from MEHRD, along with representatives from the TAPQE and our development partners- a representative from the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) and a representative from UNICEF- visited Nauti Primary School. During their visit, they engaged with students and teachers, gaining insights into the school's educational environment and exploring opportunities for collaboration to enhance learning outcomes.

Empowering Tuvalu’s Future: A Landmark Event with the Official Launch of the STG Bachelor of Education (BEd) Program.

A significant milestone in Tuvalu’s educational landscape was celebrated during the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) Mission, held from May 18 to May 21, 2026. This momentous occasion featured the official launch of the STG Bachelor of Education (BEd) Program, a crucial initiative aimed at elevating the quality and accessibility of education within the nation. The event was presided over by the Deputy Prime Minister and the Acting Minister for Education, Honorable Panapasi Nelesone, who graciously unveiled the program to an audience of educators, stakeholders, and community members.

The launch of the STG Bachelor of Education (BEd) Program is a transformative step forward, signifying a commitment to cultivating able and informed educators in Tuvalu. This program is designed not only to enhance educational opportunities but also to empower a new generation of skilled teachers who will play a vital role in shaping the future of their communities and contributing to the nation’s overall development. With this initiative, Tuvalu takes a bold step toward fostering educational excellence and ensuring a brighter future for its people.

Steve Rose, our MERL Technical Advisor, is teaming up with experts from MEHRD and TAPQE to run two days of hands-on M&E training in-country on May 12–13, 2026, helping everyone sharpen how they track progress and learn from what works.

Don’t miss the TVSD Expo 2026!
Wednesday 13th May, 9:00am – 2:30pm
Vaiaku Falekaupule
Come and support our schools. See you there!

A sneak peek into the exciting opening events of the TMAC 2026.

The TMAC event provided a vibrant showcase of the enthusiastic spirit embodied by both Motufoua Secondary School and Tolise Primary School as they came together for this significant occasion. Teams from each school eagerly competed against one another, vying for the title of champions in this year’s TMAC competition. The atmosphere was charged with excitement, with students showcasing their skills, teamwork, and school pride in a spirited display of competition.

TEMIS Training, organized and led by the dedicated teams from TAPQE and MEHRD, is designed to empower educators by enhancing their skills in data collection using this innovative platform. This comprehensive training program provides teachers with the tools and knowledge necessary to effectively gather, analyze, and report data, ensuring a professional and systematic approach to data management. Through this initiative, educators are better equipped to leverage data for informed decision-making and improved teaching outcomes.

TSG - Taulaga School Game Opening.
The Taulaga School Game opened with a brief ceremony where two schools, Fetuvalu Secondary School and Nauti Primary School, gathered together. Students and teachers marched in, followed by a welcome speech and a symbolic start of the competition between the different Teams from the two schools.