P1.015 trillion allocated for education in 2026

The Philippine education sector has been allocated a record P1.015 trillion for 2026, surpassing the UNESCO benchmark for education spending.

This budget, signed into law by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., represents a significant increase aimed at improving the quality of education.

A substantial portion of the funding, P85.3 billion, is dedicated to classroom repair and construction.

Specifically, P65 billion will be used to build approximately 25,000 new classrooms, the most ambitious target since 2020.

An additional P7.7 billion is allocated for the repair and rehabilitation of existing school facilities.

Education Secretary Sonny Angara highlighted the focus on adequate facilities, digital tools, and teacher support.

The Department of Education (DepEd) also committed to transparent and faster implementation of school building programs, exploring partnerships with local government units and the private sector.