The programme sought to increase the competency of teachers heighten the achievement of children attending primary schools. Credit: UNICEF Timor-Leste

100 Schools Programme: Securing Lifelines and Livelihoods for Children of East Timor

Duration: February 2005– December 2007
Budget: US$1,169,964
Implementing Agencies: UNICEF

In an effort to increase enrollment and improve the retention rates of children attending primary schools, the programme’s overall goal was to increase the quality of primary education. The programme enhanced the competency of teachers and built capacities at the village level to mobilise communities to become more involved in the educational process.

KEY MATERIALS
Programme summary