Dr. Venesse Morrison Leon, Project Lead and Transformation Officer for TREND
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By Racquel Porter
Jamaica's education transformation programme has achieved 47 per cent implementation, with 18 recommendations completed during the July to September quarter of the 2026/2027 reporting period.
The update was presented by Project Lead and Transformation Officer for the Transforming Education for National Development Programme (TREND), Dr. Venesse Morrison Leon, who said the focus is now on accelerating implementation and ensuring the reforms produce measurable improvements for students.
Ten of the 18 completed recommendations fall under teaching, curriculum and teacher training.
In infrastructure, the ministry says revised building standards are being applied to support the construction of safer, more resilient educational facilities, particularly in the wake of Hurricane Melissa.
Dr. Leon, said 151 schools were completed and another 156 are under construction.
"As part of our building back stronger agenda, we are pleased to report completion of the Albert Town High expansion and critical facilities at Mount St. Joseph Catholic High," she noted.
The standards address classroom design, ceiling heights, windows, natural lighting and cross-ventilation, alongside stronger roofing and structural specifications.
The report also shows that $3.8 billion was disbursed during the quarter to support school operations and education programmes, including PATH, student transportation, sixth-form programmes and assistance to infant, primary and secondary schools.
Meanwhile, Dr. Leon said more than $99 million in donations was also received from local and international partners.
More than 8,000 educators across 478 schools received professional development support during the quarter, while more than 3,000 young people participated in social intervention and alternative education programmes.
The early childhood sector also recorded progress, with 148 Brain Builder Centres in operation, benefitting more than 5,000 children.
"Of these 148, 121 have been inspected to ensure that they meet ECC (Early Childhood Commission) standards, while staff are being trained in early stimulation. This, colleagues, is transformation in action - expanding access, improving quality, and giving more children a strong foundation for their education journey," said Dr. Leon.
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