ABOUT US
PLANE Window One seeks to create inclusive and effective education systems that deliver foundational skills, improving learning outcomes for all children, especially marginalised groups. Our mission is to ensure that every child has access to quality education, thereby, driving positive individual and societal development.
We focus on four Output Areas:
- Improving teaching, learning materials & approaches Strengthening foundational learning opportunities and implementing accelerated learning interventions.
- Improved governance of state systems Enhancing policy, planning, accountable financial management, and human resource management.
- Governance of the non-state system Strengthening regulations and accountability in non-state schools through partnerships and innovative practices.
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Evidence generation, communication, and use of evidence for citizen-state engagement & service delivery
Establishing a robust monitoring and evaluation system, conducting research, and utilizing evidence for strategic communication and improved services.
Through evidence-based approaches, effective governance, and strategic partnerships, PLANE Window One aims to elevate the quality of education in Nigeria, ensuring equitable access and positive learning outcomes for all children.
Programme Director, PLANE
Zehra Zaidi has designed and led large-scale, transformational social sector programmes in governance, education, innovation and social protection across Pakistan, Nigeria, Kenya, Lebanon, Jordan, Myanmar and Tajikistan.
Read MoreSenior Strategic Advisor, PLANE
Nguyan Shaku Feese is a teacher, teacher educator, development consultant, and an advocate for the empowerment of women and youth With a career in development spanning over 30 years...
Read MoreOUR OUTPUT AREAS
PLANE Window One focuses on four output areas to improve education in Nigeria, namely:
Enhancing teaching approaches, strengthening foundational and accelerated learning.
Improving governance of state systems, including policy, financial management, and human resources.
Strengthening regulations and accountability in the non-state (private and faith-based such as IQTE) school sector.
Increasing the use of data/evidence in decision making, communication, and citizen-state dialogue to drive improved education service delivery.
Teaching and Learning
- Teacher Training: Ongoing mentoring and support to teachers, including classroom observations and feedback, to promote continuous improvement in their teaching practices.
- Foundational Learning: Strengthening foundational learning opportunities from Grades 1 through 6 by improving materials, instruction, school leadership, and assessment.
- Accelerated Learning: Implementing accelerated learning programs to help upper primary grade children acquire foundational skills that were not achieved in lower primary.
Governance of State Systems
- Policy and Planning: Formulating inclusive, responsive, and evidence-based strategies and plans through policy and planning.
- Accountable Public Financial Management: Operating accountable and transparent budget execution and public financial management to ensure efficient resource allocation.
- Human Resource Management: Improving human resource and performance management, including recruitment, deployment, retention, and management of teachers and education personnel.
Governance of Non-State Systems
- Regulatory Frameworks: Establishing effective support and regulatory frameworks for low-cost private schools.
- School Associations: Strengthening the effectiveness of low-cost private school associations.
- Information Sharing: Promoting information sharing to enable greater investment in low-cost private schools and effective models of public-private partnership.
- PPP: Promote effective models of public private partnership
- Qur’anic Schools: Provide support to enable more effective management of Integrated Quranic schools.
Use of Evidence and Communication
- Monitoring & Evaluation: Developing and implementing an evidence-based monitoring and evaluation system to ensure accountability and compliance.
- Research and Learning: Conducting participatory action research and baseline surveys to gather valuable insights and data.
- Strategic Communication: Establishing strategic communication channels and platforms to share evidence-based research, engage stakeholders, and improve service delivery.
PLANE WINDOW ONE
OUR GOAL
The PLANE programme in Nigeria aims to improve literacy rates and transition rates for children and young people by reducing pupil-teacher ratios in schools. The goal is to achieve these improvements by August/September 2028.
Timeline
7 years
2021-2028
A Systems Approach To Strengthening Education
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Milestones Achieved
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Community learning hubs raising education awareness and promoting learning skills in informal settings
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Teachers were trained on inclusive foundation skills and accelerated learning
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Reading ambassadors, including a significant number of female facilitators were trained to support community learning hubs.
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Learners reached including over 282,000 girls and 23,900+ children with disabilities.
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Headteachers trained in School Leadership and
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Jigawa State
Jigawa State, situated in northern Nigeria, is known for its strong partnership with the state government in implementing educational reforms. PLANE has actively collaborated with education agencies and stakeholders in Jigawa to achieve milestones in policy development, community engagement, and capacity development.
The 2023 elections brought a Governor-Elect who is familiar with PLANE's supported reforms, providing an opportunity for continued engagement and support. Collaborations with PLANE Window Three and other FCDO programs have expanded partnerships, leading to involvement in various committees, policy fora, and community initiatives.
PLANE has worked closely with government and local government education authorities to mitigate these issues. Efforts are underway to improve school supervision, mentoring, and coaching, as well as recruit additional teachers for immediate deployment.
Kaduna State
Kaduna State, located in northern Nigeria, is known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse population. The state is committed to improving its education sector, and PLANE has played a crucial role in this endeavor.
PLANE's inclusive approach to programming has gained acceptance in Kaduna State, building trust, and improving service delivery. The program has provided technical assistance, research support, and strategic document reviews to enhance learning outcomes. Collaborations with education programs in the state have harmonized interventions and raised awareness about the importance of investing in education.
Despite challenges such as poor coordination among head teachers and multiple education programs, PLANE has worked with the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) to address these issues. Efforts are underway to extend harmonization to all interventions and scale up accelerated learning approaches to benefit learners across grades 1-6.
Kano State
Kano State, located in northern Nigeria, has been a focus of PLANE's efforts to drive education reform and increase public-private partnerships (PPPs). The state has seen high-level engagements and strategic stakeholder meetings, demonstrating their commitment to education reform.
An opportunity for scaling up PLANE's foundational skills approach has emerged through collaboration with the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), a philanthropic organization operating in Northern Nigeria. Discussions are underway to develop a tripartite arrangement involving PLANE, ACF, and the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) to expand PLANE's work to additional Local Government Areas (LGAs).
These initiatives and engagements reflect PLANE's dedication to improving education outcomes and fostering partnerships in Kano State.
