Rooted in History,
Built for the Nation
The Department of Education was established through the Education Decree of 1863 as the Superior Commission of Primary Instruction under a Chairman. The Education agency underwent many reorganization efforts in the 20th century in order to better define its purpose vis-à-vis the changing administrations and charters. The present-day Department of Education was eventually mandated through Republic Act 9155, otherwise known as the Governance of Basic Education Act of 2001, which establishes the mandate of this agency.
The Department of Education (DepEd) formulates, implements, and coordinates policies, plans, programs, and projects in the areas of formal and non-formal basic education. It supervises all elementary and secondary education institutions, including alternative learning systems, both public and private; and provides for the establishment and maintenance of a complete, adequate, and integrated system of basic education relevant to the goals of national development.
A Dream for Every Filipino
We dream of Filipinos who passionately love their country and whose values and competencies enable them to realize their full potential and contribute meaningfully to building the nation.
As a learner-centered public institution, the Department of Education continuously improves itself to better serve its stakeholders.
Every Learner Deserves
a Great Education
To protect and promote the right of every Filipino to quality, equitable, culture-based, and complete basic education where:
Students
Learn in a child-friendly, gender-sensitive, safe, and motivating environment.
Teachers
Facilitate learning and constantly nurture every learner.
Administrators & Staff
As stewards of the institution, ensure an enabling and supportive environment for effective learning to happen.
Family & Community
Actively engaged and share responsibility for developing life-long learners.
The Values We Live By
Demonstrating devotion, respect for life, and the living out of spiritual and moral values rooted in faith.
Upholding the dignity of every person, practicing solidarity, and fostering justice and compassion for others.
Nurturing a deep love for the environment and taking responsibility in preserving and protecting our natural world.
Cultivating pride, patriotism, and commitment to serve the Filipino nation and contribute to its progress.