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Vision:
“An equitable, inclusive, and high-quality education system that serves as a national model of excellence, empowering every learner to become a competent, responsible, and compassionate citizen grounded in the unique Bhutanese values of Tha Dam-Tshig and Ley Jumdrey, while contributing to the realization of an educated and enlightened society of Gross National Happiness (GNH) and the sustainable development of Bhutan.”
Mission:
The Education Division, Thimphu Thromde shall:
Provide accessible, equitable, and quality education for all learners in accordance with national education policies, standards, and strategic priorities.
Deliver learner-centred, inclusive, and values-based education that promotes academic excellence, creativity, innovation, and lifelong learning.
Strengthen the professional capacity and well-being of teachers, educational professionals, education personnel, and school and educational leaders to deliver high-quality teaching and learning, provide effective educational leadership, and improve learner outcomes.
Create safe, healthy, child-friendly, and inclusive learning environments that support the holistic development of every learner.
Promote Bhutanese values, culture, environmental stewardship, digital literacy, and global competencies to prepare learners for an evolving world.
Strengthen school governance, accountability, and evidence-based planning through effective monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
Build and sustain meaningful partnerships with parents, communities, government agencies, and development partners to strengthen educational quality, learner well-being, and overall educational outcomes.
Mandate:
The Education Division of Thimphu Thromde is mandated to provide quality, equitable, and inclusive education in accordance with the Constitution of the Kingdom of Bhutan, the National Education Policy (NEP), the policy directives of the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD), and the strategic priorities of Thimphu Thromde.
The Division operates in alignment with national education frameworks, including the Bhutan Education Blueprint (2014–2024), the Education Sector Strategy, and subsequent national education reforms and strategic initiatives. It is committed to advancing the national vision of nurturing competent, responsible, and compassionate citizens grounded in Bhutanese values and the philosophy of Gross National Happiness (GNH).
To fulfil this mandate, the Division is responsible for the governance, administration, strategic planning, and effective management of schools and learning and education centres under Thimphu Thromde, including Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) Centres, Non-Formal Education (NFE) Centres, Community Learning Centres (CLCs), and the Youth Centre. The Division oversees the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of educational programmes and services to ensure quality learning outcomes across all levels of education. It is also responsible for the strategic development, maintenance, and efficient management of educational infrastructure, facilities, and resources to provide safe, accessible, and conducive learning environments.
The Division promotes learner well-being, strengthens teacher and educator professionalism through continuous capacity development, and supports lifelong learning opportunities for all. It fosters safe, inclusive, and enabling learning environments that promote the holistic development of every learner. Working in close partnership with parents, communities, government agencies, and development partners, the Division continuously strives to enhance educational quality, strengthen institutional excellence, and equip learners with the knowledge, skills, values, and competencies required to thrive in the twenty-first century and contribute meaningfully to the socio-economic development of Bhutan.
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