ASER 2024 Report Highlights Significant Progress in Early Childhood Education Enrollment and Learning Outcomes
The ASER 2024 report highlights significant progress in the enrollment of children under 5 in pre-primary institutions. More than 80% of children in this age group are now enrolled, marking a substantial increase in early childhood education participation. This growth is part of a broader trend observed globally, where there is an increasing emphasis on early childhood education as a foundation for future learning and development.The report also indicates that the elementary age group has shown substantial improvement in basic arithmetic and reading skills since 2018. This improvement is likely linked to the increased enrollment in pre-primary education, which provides children with essential foundational skills before they enter primary school.The rise in pre-primary enrollment is part of a larger educational recovery and development initiative, especially post-COVID-19. The report notes that the increase in government school enrollment during the pandemic has been reversed, and there is now a full recovery from learning loss. This recovery is supported by various educational reforms and initiatives aimed at improving the quality of education and ensuring equitable access to early childhood education.Overall, the ASER 2024 report underscores the importance of investing in early childhood education as a critical component of a child's educational journey and future success.
