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“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Nelson Mandela

The work of the Commonwealth forms part of a world-wide effort to improve education and expand learning, as reflected in the goals of Education for All (EFA) and the Millennium Development Goals (MDG). With the deadline of 2015 for meeting the MDGs fast approaching, Commonwealth agencies closely co-operate with UN organisations and other international partners to address the many challenges facing global learning.

Overall direction and coordination of Commonwealth effort in the field of education comes from the Conference of Commonwealth Education Ministers, who report on education matters to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM)

Higher Education

the stage of learning provided by institutions such as colleges and universities offer a range of professional and academic qualifications. Read more

Teachers and Teaching

are the foundations of modern education Read more

Technical and Vocational Education

plays a vital role in preparing people to find rewarding jobs in a globalised economy by giving them practical, work-based skills and knowledge. Read more

Learning Resources & Educational Technology

provide key tools for teachers and administrators and for improving the quality and reach of education. Read more

Basic Education

In every Commonwealth country, there is a generally recognized level of education which each person should attain. Read more

Education resources

Commonwealth of Learning

An intergovernmental organisation for open learning/ distance education.... Read more


Education For All (EFA)

An international initiative to improve education.... Read more



Sport, Education and Child and Youth Development

The benefits of sport reach beyond the impact on physical well-being and the value of the educational benefits of sport should not be under-estimated.... Read more