Message from the Hon. Minister of Education and Training,
Dr. Mo‘ale ‘Otunuku
Mālō e lelei,
I begin by acknowledging and thanking the former Hon. Minister for Education and Training for the dedication and service given to strengthening our education system. I also extend my sincere appreciation to the Chief Executive Officer of Education and Training, along with all Directors and staff, for your leadership, commitment, and steady guidance. Continuity matters—and we will continue to build strongly on the foundation already laid.
For us as Tongans, two pillars have always shaped who we are: Lotu mo e Ako — Faith and Education. The Ministry of Education and Training carries one of these sacred responsibilities, and with it comes a duty to light the pathway for our children and future generations. Our Tongan values must remain at the heart of everything we do. They are not optional—they are our compass. Our four core Tongan values—Faka‘apa‘apa (Respect), ‘Ofa (Love), Fatongia (Responsibility), and Fetokoni‘aki (Cooperation)—must be intentionally embedded into our education system, our curriculum, our teaching practices, and our everyday life skills.
Education is not only about academic achievement; it is about shaping character, identity, discipline, service, and resilience.
As we look ahead, one thing is clear: the way forward is working together. Strengthening education in Tonga requires strong, respectful partnerships between Government and Non-Government Education Systems, including church and community-based schools. By collaborating, sharing knowledge, and aligning our efforts, we can ensure consistency, quality, and better outcomes for all learners—regardless of where they are educated.
At the same time, we must be honest with ourselves. If outcomes are slipping—whether in mathematics, literacy, or other key areas—we cannot settle for “good enough.” We must be innovative, willing to try new approaches, and bold enough to change what is not working. Improvement demands effort, creativity, and heart.
I call on every educator, leader, and partner in education—across both Government and Non-Government systems—to bring their whole heart to this shared responsibility. Let us continue strong, serve with purpose, and move forward together—grounded in our values and open to innovation—to strengthen education for every child, in every community, across our Kingdom.
Tu'a 'ofa 'Eiki atu and may God bless our work, our learners, and the future of Tonga.
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CORPORATE PLAN & BUDGET FINANCIAL YEARS 2024/25 – 2026/27
FOKOTU’UTU’U NGĀUE mo e PA’ANGA NGĀUE TA’U FAKAPA’ANGA 2024/25 – 2026/27
VISION
“That the people of Tonga will achieve excellence in education that is unique to Tonga”
MISSION STATEMENT
“To provide equitable, accessible, relevant, and sustainable quality education for all Tongans that will enable Tonga to develop and become a learning and knowledge society “
Alanga Fale ‘o e Ako / Tonga Education Strategic Policy Framework 2025 - 2035
Message from the
Minister of Education
Ke tau ngāue fakataha pea ke tākanga ‘etau fohé We take responsibility for the education of our people through shared governance and united delivery as one
Tonga’s Education Policy Framework 2025-2035 ispresented as our collective hope for a better tomorrow. The new education policy framework was designed during a global pandemic and during recovery from a one-in-a-thousand-year natural phenomenon – the eruption of the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha‘apai underwater volcano. These two events have reminded us of our vulnerabilities in the face of climate change and our connectedness to a global world. However, these events have also strengthened our resilience, our lotu, and our relationships with our Kainga here in Tonga and within the diaspora. This new education policy framework was also designed as our educational institutions slowly reopened for learning after four months ofschool closure due to the pandemic. As educational institutions reopen, teachers and children are returning to schools that now have new rules, as efforts continue to protect our children from the ongoing pandemic. This document outlines our vision for education for the next ten years. The vision answers the key question: ‘what kind of education do we want for our children in the next 10 years’? This vision is drawn from the voices of our parents, communities, teachers, and our students from all the island groups of this country. This document also outlines the key principles that we believe are necessary to drive the new education policy framework. These key principles are fundamental to guiding our journey ahead in uncertain times.
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