The Philippine Department of Education engaged SEAMEO INNOTECH to conduct a comparative analysis of the Philippine education system with that of selected Southeast Asian countries that follow a 12-year basic education cycle and are recognized for meeting international standards. The four benchmarked countries (Brunei Darussalam, Malaysia, Singapore, and Hong Kong) have also undergone reviews and modifications of their curriculum to align them with the requirements of the twenty-first century. This report aims to map the way toward implementing K to 12 educational reforms based on the chosen benchmarks aligned with the country’s national development priorities. It recommends curriculum and policy options based on the experiences of Brunei Darussalam, Malaysia, and Singapore.
