This table provides metadata for the actual indicator available from Vanuatu statistics closest to the corresponding global SDG indicator. Please note that even when the global SDG indicator is fully available from Vanuatuan statistics, this table should be consulted for information on national methodology and other Vanuatu-specific metadata information.
| Proxy |
No |
|---|---|
| Definition |
Schools which formerly had very little say in financial management now receive grants directly from the central authorities. Educational management theories assume that grants will have other advantages resulting in less bureaucracy, fewer leakages in the distribution of funds, and more appropriate and selective use of funds by schools for their self-improvement, as well as a greater impact if more money reaches disadvantaged schools. Finally, grants may influence school-community relations and enhance school autonomy and capacity. |
| Concept |
The Department of Education may offer grants to organisations or individuals, to support the programs on early child care, childhood education, school education, higher education, vocational education and training, international education. |
| Rationale |
[1]The purpose of this School Grants Scheme is to guide the Ministry, Provincial Education Offices, and Education Authorities, School Councils/committees and schools in proper administration and accountability for government grants and school fees. [2]To increase access to education for all children in Vanuatu in order to achieve the second Millennium Development Goal (universal primary education) by removing financial barriers that prevent parents from enrolling their children in primary school. [3]To provide funding by way of school grants directly to Vanuatu schools in order to reduce and over time eventually eliminate costs to parents of paying school fees to contribute to the costs of their children’s education |
| Sustainable Development Goal Indicator Alignment |
4.c.1 (R) (Tier 1) |
| Frequency of Collection |
half yearly |