Quezon City’s “Zero Illiteracy sa QC Tutoring Program” has helped 1,837 struggling learners make significant progress in just 25 days, with hundreds reaching full grade-level reading and over 1,300 advancing to at least the transitioning level.
Nearly 100 students who began as non-readers achieved full grade-level proficiency, while the pilot math program saw most of over 260 learners reach near-proficient levels in basic operations.
Launched in 2023, the program uses small-group sessions in 50 public elementary schools, targeting the most left-behind learners with focused teaching and close monitoring.
The initiative also created around 300 tutoring jobs and provided over 56,000 meals, supporting both learning and community welfare.
Building on these results, the city has rolled out a new batch of 1,300 students and expanded model reading schools, funded by the Learning Recovery Trust Fund and partner contributions.
Source: PhilNews24 | January 21, 2026
