Economic Survey shows falling enrollment in community schools and rapid growth in public health facilities
Summary
Nepal's Economic Survey 2025-2026 shows a decline in community school enrollment and mergers, while private education and public health facilities rapidly expand, improving key health indicators.
Key Points
- Community school numbers and enrollment in Nepal have declined significantly over five years, with a shift towards private education.
- The government’s policy of merging under-enrolled community schools has accelerated privatization and raised concerns about educational equity.
- Higher education enrollment surged by 10.9%, with a majority of students concentrated in management and general streams rather than technical fields.
- Public health infrastructure expanded substantially with 1,755 new facilities added in five years, leading to improved maternal and child health outcomes.
