Nepal Education

Context, challenges, and developments in Nepal's education landscape, particularly around access, quality, and dropout risk.

Articles

Article June 2026 5 min read

The Silent Crisis: Rising Learning Gaps in Literacy and Numeracy

Earthquakes and COVID-19 disrupted schooling in Nepal, leaving many students behind in reading, writing, and basic mathematics despite being placed in age-appropriate grades. This piece argues for progressive, student-centered learning that connects today’s digital confidence to academic growth.

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Article April 2026 5 min read

The Real Reasons Children Drop Out of School in Nepal

Dropout is rarely caused by a single event. It is usually the result of multiple pressures — economic, educational, and structural — that accumulate until staying in school is no longer the default choice.

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Article April 2026 6 min read

10 Ways Mission Zero Dropout Supports Schools and Communities in Nepal

Mission Zero Dropout adapts to different school and community contexts across Nepal. From government schools to orphanage centers to traditional Gurukul institutions, here are ten distinct ways we provide support.

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Article March 2026 5 min read

Why Early Intervention Matters

In Nepal, concern about student performance often becomes visible around SEE years (Grades 8–10). But by then, many students are already carrying unresolved learning gaps from early grades that compound every year.

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