Will the Philippine education sector continue to grapple with a deepening crisis in 2025 and beyond?

The Philippine Business for Education (PBEd) aims to answer this question and more as it presents its annual assessment of the country’s learning landscape on Monday, July 7.

PBEd Chairman Ramon del Rosario Jr., President Chito Salazar, and Executive Director Bal Camua will lead the event, where they will share insights into the most pressing challenges facing Filipino learners and unveil a comprehensive set of solutions aimed at reversing decades of educational decline.

“Our learners continue to endure the devastating impact of the education crisis,” PBEd said. “As the government scrambles to find effective ways to mitigate these effects, urgent and practical solutions have become more critical than ever,” it added.

The 2025 State of Philippine Education report will provide a candid assessment of the status of basic and higher education in the country, including progress—or the lack thereof—in learning outcomes, the implementation of key reforms, and persistent issues such as classroom shortages, gaps in teacher quality, and widespread learning poverty.

Among the key topics to be discussed might include learners’ performance in national and international assessments, major roadblocks to improving learning outcomes, and the education policies and collaborative support needed from government, civil society, and the private sector --- among others.

PBEd is also expected to launch a unifying reform agenda that aims to align efforts across government agencies, local government units, educators, and private stakeholders to build a more inclusive, effective, and future-ready education system.

As the country welcomes a new school year, PBEd hopes the report will catalyze broader public discourse and accountability while reinforcing education as a national priority.

PBEd is the business community’s response to the need for long-term education reform. It works closely with the government, private sector, and civil society to improve access to quality education and ensure the country’s human capital is globally competitive.