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In FY 2024, the World Vision Development Foundation (WVDF) conducted a comprehensive evaluation of its major technical programming interventions, including its Education (EDUC) programs. The primary objective was to assess program performance in terms of its contribution of enhancing learning outcomes for children aged 5-17, focusing on indicators such as reading proficiency for grade 3 students, minimum proficiency in reading for grade 6 students, and the overall well-being of adolescents. Overall, the evaluation examined WVDF EDUC programs across its Area Programs (AP) assessing their relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, sustainability, and determining how effectively they are achieving their intended results.

The technical program evaluation was implemented by Transforming Fragilities, Inc. (TFI). TFI is a Philippine non-government organization (NGO) that focuses on research, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), capability building, organizational development, and data-driven project management and implementation. TFI conducted an independent evaluation of the outcomes and milestones of the TP EDUC, which took place between February to September in 2024.

A key focus of the evaluation was how WVDF’s TP on EDUC helped achieving its program goal through its two major target outcomes: i.) Support children’s completion of formal and non-formal learning programs, and ii.) Strengthen community mechanisms to effectively support children’s learning development. More specifically, the assessment highlighted major activities such as the Unlock Literacy Project through the Brigada Pagbasa Program (in collaboration with the Department of Education) and the Spiritual Nurture for Children (SNC).

Findings from the evaluation showed some positive but inconsistent progress across WVDF’s Education programs. Reading comprehension improved in many areas, but gains were not statistically significant and varied depending on local conditions such as poverty, disasters, and conflict. Enrollment increased in several areas, yet dropout rates especially among boys rose in many communities. Perceived relationships between adolescents and their parents, peers, and faith leaders generally improved, though results differed by region. Financial literacy and savings initiatives helped some families better support their children’s schooling, but economic challenges continue to limit impact. In general, while the programs show encouraging results, stronger and more targeted efforts are needed to achieve consistent and lasting improvements across all areas.