In the recent report on the Land Package of Aruba, titled “Implementation Agenda and Report for the Land Package of Aruba (September 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025),” education is outlined as one of the central themes. The report provides a clear vision for long-term efforts aimed at improving the quality of education. These reforms focus on three core elements: learning materials, teacher professionalization, and the infrastructure of schools and care structures. Through this targeted approach, Aruba aims to create a more robust and inclusive education system.

The improvement of learning materials is a crucial component of the reform plan. The report highlights that both physical and digital learning materials are being developed and updated to better align with educational goals. This process follows a strict timeline and is carried out with a systematic approach to the selection and acquisition of resources. The aim of these reforms is to provide students with a more consistent and relevant learning experience. The delivery of the updated learning materials is expected in the first quarter of 2025.

Teacher professionalization plays a central role in the reform agenda. With an established framework for professional development, Aruba focuses on increasing the competencies of teachers. This includes skills such as digital literacy, inclusive teaching, and the promotion of critical thinking. The training programs are designed to meet the professional profile of the 21st-century Caribbean teacher. Although the schedule for some professional development modules has been shifted to the third quarter of 2025, the focus remains firmly on improving the quality and effectiveness of teaching staff.

In addition to learning materials and professional development, the report also addresses the improvement of physical infrastructure and care structures within the education system. The condition of school buildings has been assessed, and plans for renovation and new construction are being prepared. The goal is to create safe, sustainable, and inclusive learning environments. At the same time, a revised care structure is being developed, providing schools with standardized systems that better meet the needs of individual students. These improvements, which are scheduled for implementation in 2025, offer a holistic approach to supporting student success.

The reforms in the education sector align strongly with broader national plans, such as the master plan “Repositioning our Sails” and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The report emphasizes that these reforms not only contribute to education quality but also serve as a catalyst for economic and social growth. By adopting a forward-looking approach, the foundations are being laid for an inclusive and sustainable society.

This article is based on the “Implementation Agenda and Report for the Land Package of Aruba (September 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025),” which outlines the collaboration between Aruba and the Netherlands. These reforms demonstrate a clear vision for improving education as a pillar for the country’s development.