Education and Skills in Peru. Reviews of National Policies for Education

Overview & Synopsis

Over the past two decades, Peru has significantly strengthened its education and skills system. Measures to improve access have resulted in participation rates on a par with OECD standards, while targeted quality reforms have helped raise learning outcomes, professionalise the teaching career, and improve the labour market relevance of education and training. These efforts have come at an important moment. Despite recent economic growth and solid macroeconomic foundations, inequality remains high, informality is widespread, and skills gaps continue to constrain productivity and social mobility. This report assesses Peru's education and skills policies and practices against those of the OECD and reference countries in Latin America, covering the full learning lifecycle -- from early childhood education and care to adult learning. It identifies the system's main strengths and challenges and explores how Peru can draw on OECD evidence and international experience to advance its education reform agenda. The report will be of interest in Peru, as well as in other countries looking to raise the quality, equity and efficiency of their education systems.