GPE impact

GPE programs have reached 253 million children in partner countries since 2022.

With GPE support, partner countries are building stronger education systems that give children a quality education, putting them on the path to reach their full potential.

GPE improves education systems to create lasting change at scale. By looking at the big picture beyond individual schools, teachers or students, GPE leverages the profound transformations required to deliver quality education for every girl and boy.

Because education is our best investment in a safer future that leaves no one behind, contributing to growing economies and building more equal, sustainable and peaceful societies.

6 ways GPE achieves results

1

We leave no one behind
 

GPE supports countries with the greatest education needs and targets the hardest-to-reach children.

Our funding goes to countries affected by fragility and conflict, which have some of the highest rates of out-of-school children and the lowest levels of learning but lack the resources to sustainably build their education systems: 70% of children who benefitted from GPE support since 2022 live in these countries.

253 million children reached by GPE grants since 2022

Punjab, Pakistan: Acting on all fronts to get children in school and learning
To bring as many children to school as possible, the government of Punjab is implementing a variety of activities under the TALEEM program, funded by a GPE grant.
Somalia: Despite challenges, education paves the way for a promising future
A GPE-funded program – implemented in partnership with Save the Children International, Concern Worldwide and the Federal Government of Somalia – is improving access to quality education for Somali children.
Syria: The hardship and hope of children
Over 10 years of conflict in Syria have upended lives and disrupted education for millions of children. Temporary learning spaces give children the opportunity to learn basic skills and receive psychological support.

2

We transform education systems
 

GPE supports partner countries to strengthen their education systems and increase the number of children who are in school and learning.

Strong education systems are resilient to crises or natural disasters, can endure for future generations, and give children the skills they need to thrive in the 21st century.

More than $9.5 billion invested through grants in partner countries

Yemen: Keeping education going amid conflict
In Yemen, GPE has responded to the changing needs of the education system during over 7 years of conflict, helping to keep students in school throughout one of the world’s largest humanitarian crises.
Ethiopia: A long-term commitment to education spurs results
GPE has been working closely with the Ethiopian government and development partners to strengthen the country’s education system and improve children’s learning.
Djibouti: Transforming education to build its human capital
A program funded by the World Bank, GPE and Education Above All is helping Djibouti increase equitable access to basic education, improve teaching practices and reinforce management in the ministry of education.

3

We put gender equality and inclusion at the heart of education systems
 

By putting gender equality and inclusion at the center of all we do, GPE supports governments to involve teachers, parents, students and communities in creating a more equal world.

GPE works to identify and address the specific obstacles faced by girls and boys to help close gender gaps, and enable countries where girls lag furthest behind to make bigger strides. GPE helps partner countries make education more accessible and equitable for children with disabilities.

87% of GPE grants have at least one activity related to gender equality

Bangladesh: Education for Rohingya girls
Read how GPE is supporting Bangladesh through an accelerated funding grant to ensure that girls have safe and supportive learning spaces, teachers are adequately trained and the Rohingya community recognizes the importance of girls’ education beyond primary level.
Chad: Boosting literacy and practical skills through nonformal education
Through GPE-funded Project to Strengthen Education and Literacy, the government and partners are working to expand access to primary education, improve completion rates and increase literacy rates, as well as improve social and gender equality, with a focus on the poorest regions.
Making education more inclusive in Mongolia: Meet Oyunjargal
With support from GPE, Mongolia has embarked on reforms that are making the education system more inclusive, particularly for children with disabilities.

4

We support teacher training and better allocation of teachers within countries
 

Teachers are central to children's learning. GPE supports lower-income countries to improve the quality of education by ensuring all teachers are qualified, motivated and well supported.

1.9 million teachers received training through GPE support since 2022

Cambodia: Better teachers produce better students
GPE is funding one of the largest teacher education programs in Cambodia to support the efforts of the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport to improve the quality of teaching in the early grades.
Zimbabwe: A teacher’s inspiring dedication to early childhood education
Read how GPE is helping the government of Zimbabwe in supporting early childhood education, through funding the training of teachers, production of learning materials and community engagement activities.
Learning better in Côte d'Ivoire
Côte d’Ivoire wants to improve children learning and bring back those who are not in school in the formal system through catch up classes.

5

Our partnership approach delivers greater impact
 

GPE's unique model brings together all education partners in local education groups in support of countries' priorities. Together, partners contribute at all phases of the education planning cycle, from analysis to evaluation.

This inclusive approach strengthens the credibility and relevance of education plans and aligns partners behind the priority reforms outlined in the countries’ partnership compacts, ensuring reforms are strongly endorsed by all stakeholders.

97% of local education groups include civil society representatives and 64% include teacher organizations

Nepal: Transforming education starts in disadvantaged communities
GPE supports Nepal with a $20 million grant to build capacity in local governments, improve teacher training, and the quality of education.
Tanzania: Youth advocacy brings meals to a rural school
Read how a program funded by GPE’s Education Out Loud is supporting civil society organizations in Tanzania to advocate for government policy to prioritize school feeding programs.
Tajikistan: Revitalizing learning at School No 53
GPE, IsDB (Islamic Development Bank) and the government of Tajikistan are working together to transform the learning experience for students, through upgrading and equipping schools in Dushanbe and the Khatlon region.

6

We increase and improve financing for education
 

GPE creates incentives for partner countries to develop financially sustainable education sector plans, increase budgets for education and improve the equity and efficiency of education expenditure.

With innovative financing tools such as the GPE Multiplier, GPE crowds in more external support behind investments to deliver transformation.

By using our funds as catalytic capital to drive more and better external financing for education, and by advocating for funding to be aligned behind national priorities, GPE achieves a disproportionate impact that goes far beyond the direct funds we invest.

Nearly $4 billion in additional funding for education leveraged from 64 cofinanciers

How innovative financing is helping transform education in Moldova
Through the Multiplier, GPE is helping Moldova address some of the challenges faced by its education system by bringing resources and supporting coordination among partners. Read what some of the cofinancers say about partnering with GPE through the Multiplier.
Smart financing for education brings more resources to Uzbekistan
Through SmartEd, Uzbekistan is building and equipping schools, enhancing its education management information systems, and improving learning through curricula reforms, teacher professional development and provision of new teaching and learning materials.
The GPE Multiplier brings more resources and better coordination to education in Guatemala
GPE’s support through the Multiplier coupled with its partnership approach is helping Guatemala achieve its goal to deliver quality education to all children. Two of the countries’ co-financers share their experience in partnering with GPE through the Multiplier.