The Educational System of Peru.

Overview & Synopsis

An overview of the basic system of education in Peru is presented. Despite various achievements in education, Peruvian authorities in recent years generally have not considered educational progress sufficient to meet the social and economic needs of their society. As a result, two educational structures are presently operating in Peru. The traditional structure of education is currently being phased out, and a reformed structure to be fully in effect by 1980 is being instituted. The new educational structure divides formal schooling into three levels: a six-year preschool or initial level; a nine-year basic education level, which forms the compulsory period of school attendance for all children between the ages of 6 and 15; and a higher education level. Higher education is divided into three cycles consisting of professional-vocational education, university study, and graduate study. Other areas discussed in the booklet include educational administration, finance, teacher education, special education, nonformal education, and adult education. A brief reading list concludes the document. (Author/JR)