About Us

The Ministry of Education has responsibility for the management of all public Early Childhood Care Education (ECCE), Primary, Secondary and Tertiary education institutions and oversight of all private education institutions in Trinidad and Tobago (in conjunction with the Tobago House of Assembly’s Education, Research and Technology Division). 

Conveniently located on lower St. Vincent Street, downtown Port of Spain, the Ministry is a one-stop hub for all education-related matters. The Ministry’s head office is comprised of two structures: Tower A, which has sixteen floors that houses its administrative operations and Tower B, a five-storey building that houses the Finance and Accounts Division. With most of its customer-accessed services located in Tower A, including a dedicated customer service area, stakeholders have ready access to all of their information needs. 

Vision

To provide modern, relevant, quality, equitable education for all.

Mission

To nurture confident critical thinkers by creating enabling conditions and diverse educational pathways that engineer social consciousness and sustainable development.

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Strategic Plan

Goal One: Effective Governance and Administration of the Education System 

Strategic Objectives: 

• To provide effective management and administration of the education system; 
• To review the legislative framework to encompass all levels of education; 
• To conduct research to inform policy development; 
• To develop and implement a Monitoring and Evaluation Framework to ensure efficiency, effectiveness and value for money;  
• To ensure the education sector is adequately funded; and 
• To collaborate and communicate with stakeholders in education. 

Goal Two: Access to Educational Opportunities by All Learners 

Strategic Objectives: 

• To provide adequate funding and financial support to students to facilitate access to education; 
• To meet the needs of the full spectrum of learners; and 
• To provide a safe, secure and conducive learning environment.

Goal Three: Quality Education Provided at All Levels 

Strategic Objectives: 

• To advance continuous curriculum planning and ensure effective delivery; 
• To ensure continuous Teacher training and professional development; 
• To ensure programmes are relevant and responsive, equipping students with 21st century skills in order to contribute to sustainable national development goals;  
• To ensure quality teaching for every student; and 

To provide the educational support services necessary to optimise the teaching and learning process.

Boards & Committees

The following boards are affiliated to the Ministry of Education. These boards were established by an act of parliament and work in close collaboration to help the Ministry accomplish its vision and mission. 

• The College of Science, Technology and Applied Arts of Trinidad and Tobago (COSTATT) 
• National Training Agency (NTA) 
• National Schools Dietary Services Limited (NSDSL)  
• Youth Training & Employment Partnership Programme (YTEPP) 
• The National Institute of Higher Education, Research, Science and Technology (NIHERST) 
• Accreditation Council of Trinidad & Tobago (ACTT)
• The Government Assistance for Tuition Expenses Programme (GATE)
• Cabinet Appointed SEA Committee
• National Advisory Committee on Education

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