UK-Philippines Partnership Set to Transform Digital Education
UK-Philippines partnership advances inclusive EdTech, AI, and climate-resilient learning.
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The British Embassy in Manila and the Philippines’ Department of Education (DepEd) are deepening their collaboration to promote equitable, evidence-based use of education technology (EdTech) across the country. The partnership aims to enhance foundational learning, improve climate resilience, and expand the use of artificial intelligence in education. Supported by UK International Development and delivered through the EdTech Hub, the initiative provides DepEd with expert guidance and support across three strategic areas:
National EdTech Policy: Working with DepEd’s Bureau of Learning and Delivery, the partnership is helping shape the country’s upcoming National EdTech Policy. The effort includes piloting policy elements and establishing monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to ensure technology in education remains inclusive, responsive, and evidence-informed.
Climate and Learning Continuity Case Study: In collaboration with DepEd, the study examines how alternative delivery modes can help maintain learning during climate-related disruptions, strengthening the resilience of the education system.
AI in Education: Through EdTech Hub’s AI Observatory and Action Lab, and in partnership with DepEd’s Education Centre of AI Research (ECAIR), the initiative supports AI experimentation to improve administrative efficiency and expand AI capabilities across the government’s education sector.
The partnership underscores the Philippines’ leadership in EdTech and its commitment to ensuring that every child develops the foundational skills needed to thrive in an increasingly digital and climate-sensitive world.
Secretary Sonny Angara of Department of Education, Philippines said: “This partnership with UK FCDO and EdTech Hub is another step to accelerate digital transformation in education to ensure our teachers and learners thrive in the modern world. This commitment reflects President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s vision for a Bagong Pilipinas, nurturing digital-savvy and future-ready Filipino learners who can keep pace with the world.”
British Ambassador to the Philippines Sarah Hulton OBE said: “The United Kingdom is proud to partner with the Department of Education to strengthen foundational learning and advance the Philippines’ digital transformation through inclusive, evidence-based technology. Together, we will be delivering innovative, research-driven solutions to ensure EdTech and AI are used effectively in classrooms to tackle systemic challenges. Education drives growth and this includes addressing learning loss linked to child malnutrition and mitigating the impact of climate shocks on education.”
Verna Lalbeharie, Executive Director of EdTech Hub said: “We are honoured to partner with DepEd to support the Philippines’ journey toward inclusive, resilient, and future-ready education systems. At EdTech Hub, we know that by embedding evidence and collaboration at the core, we can help ensure that digital transformation strengthens learning opportunities and fosters impact for all.”
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to building stronger, more equitable education systems across Southeast Asia and ensuring no learner is left behind as the Philippines embraces digital transformation.
The British Embassy in Manila and the Philippines’ Department of Education (DepEd) are deepening their collaboration to promote equitable, evidence-based use of education technology (EdTech) across the country. The partnership aims to enhance foundational learning, improve climate resilience, and expand the use of artificial intelligence in education. Supported by UK International Development and delivered through the EdTech Hub, the initiative provides DepEd with expert guidance and support across three strategic areas:
National EdTech Policy: Working with DepEd’s Bureau of Learning and Delivery, the partnership is helping shape the country’s upcoming National EdTech Policy. The effort includes piloting policy elements and establishing monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to ensure technology in education remains inclusive, responsive, and evidence-informed.
Climate and Learning Continuity Case Study: In collaboration with DepEd, the study examines how alternative delivery modes can help maintain learning during climate-related disruptions, strengthening the resilience of the education system.
AI in Education: Through EdTech Hub’s AI Observatory and Action Lab, and in partnership with DepEd’s Education Centre of AI Research (ECAIR), the initiative supports AI experimentation to improve administrative efficiency and expand AI capabilities across the government’s education sector.
The partnership underscores the Philippines’ leadership in EdTech and its commitment to ensuring that every child develops the foundational skills needed to thrive in an increasingly digital and climate-sensitive world.
