Punjab Launch Spoken English Training Program for 35000 School Teachers

The Punjab School Education Department has officially launched a massive Spoken English Language Training Program aiming to upskill 35,000 government school teachers across the province. This strategic professional development initiative is designed to elevate the English speaking and writing proficiencies of public school educators, aligning their skills with international standards.

By upgrading the linguistic capabilities of the faculty, the department aims to foster a more immersive and effective English-learning environment in government classrooms, ultimately benefiting hundreds of thousands of students.

Strategic Partnership with Berlitz and NRTC

To ensure world-class training quality, the School Education Department is executing this program in collaboration with Berlitz, a globally recognized language training institute, and the National Radio & Telecommunication Corporation (NRTC). This public-private partnership combines international language-learning methodologies with robust administrative and technological support.

The core objective of this collaboration is to eliminate the communication barriers faced by public school educators. By introducing modern English language teaching methodologies, the program will empower teachers to lead classrooms with greater confidence, use interactive teaching pedagogies, and guide students toward better language acquisition.

Mandatory Pre-Training Assessment via Google Forms

To ensure the training targets the specific needs of the participants, the department has instituted a strict screening process. Before commencement, authorities will conduct an initial teacher English proficiency assessment to gauge the current language skills of the registered educators.

Training Schedule and Venue Details

The department has designed a flexible yet rigorous schedule to accommodate working educators without disrupting regular school hours.

• Venues: Training sessions will be held at designated District PECTA Head Offices (Punjab Education Professional Development Agency) or selected central public schools within each district to ensure easy accessibility.

• Frequency: Classes will be conducted twice a week.

• Duration: Each training session will last exactly 2 hours and 15 minutes, balancing intensive theory with practical speaking drills.

Strict 100% Attendance Policy Mandated

The School Education Department has issued a strict directive regarding compliance and participation. To achieve the desired educational outcomes and ensure the optimal utilization of public resources, a 100% attendance policy for teachers has been made compulsory.

Selected educators must attend every single scheduled session. Missing classes without an exceptional, officially approved reason may lead to disciplinary review, as the department aims for zero compromise on the quality and impact of this linguistic transformation.

Educational Experts Predict Long-Term Impact

Leading educational experts have widely applauded this initiative, labeling it a milestone for the public sector education system. Historically, students in government schools have lagged behind private sector peers due to a lack of exposure to fluent English communication.

By directly training 35,000 public school teachers, the government is address the root of the problem. Experts note that this training will drastically improve classroom delivery, elevate the standard of English instructions, and build sustainable language skills among students, preparing them for higher education and competitive global job markets.