The Policy, Planning, Research and EMIS Division (PPRED) is responsible for assisting the Chief Executive Officer to:-

·        Identify and mobilize quality resources to develop and guide policies and strategic planning.

·        Lead and Prepare the Ministry’s Corporate Plans, Annual Management Plans and Annual Report.

·        Set up an operational research unit.

·        Lead and manage the EMIS system for education in Tonga.

·        Provide coordination, monitoring and technical support for the implementation of the new Tonga Education Policy Framework (TEPF).

This unit not only assist in  developing/drafting/formulating the internal policies across the Ministry, it assists in

·        Drafting/reviewing/updating the regulations and other legal documents requested by the Minister’s office & CEO

·        Reviewing and drafting of Contracts/Agreements

·        Provide legal advice to the Minister/CEO and to the staff of the Ministry.