Sierra Leone faces persistent education challenges despite meaningful policy progress. TFSL focuses on the furthest behind, strengthens communities, and supports schools to close the learning gap.
Context snapshot
The Prohibition of Child Marriage Act (2024) and the Child Rights Bill 2024 signal stronger protection for children, especially girls. Yet learning outcomes remain weak due to shortages of trained teachers, overcrowded classrooms, and limited teaching materials.
- Enrollment is rising, but retention remains low.
- Foundational literacy and numeracy outcomes are still weak.
- Youth unemployment and underemployment compound the burden.
3.46M
Pupils enrolled (2023/24)
43%
Primary retention rate
Legislative progress
Child Marriage Act (2024) and Child Rights Bill 2024 strengthen protections for children and girls.
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Context & Situational Analysis
Legislation, enrollment, retention, and learning outcomes.
Explore contextClimate Change Threats
Air pollution, windstorms, and flooding impact school continuity.
Read climate risksNeeds in Placement Districts
Food insecurity, gender vulnerability, and education access gaps.
View needsRemediation & Alignment
Reintegration for marginalized learners and alignment with national plans.
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