Actions to Strengthen Performance for Inclusive and Responsive Education Program (ASPIRE)
Actions to Strengthen Performance for Inclusive & Responsive Education (ASPIRE) is a World Bank-funded initiative that supports Government of the Punjab in restoring and strengthening education systems affected by COVID-19. Implemented through PMIU-PESRP, the project focuses on six lagging districts, improving school infrastructure, facilities, and learning environments for disadvantaged and vulnerable students. ASPIRE works to expand access, enhance learning quality, and ensure that no child is left behind in their education journey.
Programme Overview
| Sr. No | Description | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sponsorship | World Bank loan to Ministry of Federal Education & Professional Training (MoFE&PT) grant to all Provinces. |
| 2 | Gestation Period |
05 years from July 2020 to June 2025 Extension approved for 03 years from July 2025 to June 2028 |
| 3 | Districts | 1. Bhakkar 2. DG Khan 3. Lodhran 4. Muzaffargarh 5. Rahim Yar Khan 6. Rajanpur |
| 4 | Implementing Partners | School Education Department (SED), Punjab |
| 5 | Grant Agent | World Bank through Ministry of Federal Education & Professional Training (MoFE&PT) |
| 6 | Total Cost of the Programme |
Total Project cost USD 200 Million with 41.006 million (PKR 9,750 million) for Punjab Extension period Cost USD 33.00 million with 10.125 million for Punjab share |
Milestones
Classrooms
Construction of 2,400+ new Classrooms
Toilet Blocks
Construction of 400 New Toilet Blocks in Girl schools
Rehabilitation of Toilets
In 3,250+ girls Schools
Transgender Schools
Established in 09 Divisional Headquarters
Internet Billing
Provided in 1,078 Schools
Health & Hygiene kits
Provided to 9,100+ Schools
Establishment of IT Labs
In 138 Schools
Revamping of IT Labs
In 1,078 Schools
FLN Policy
Policy Formulation on Foundational Literacy & Numeracy
Smart LEDs
Installed in 923 Schools
Teachers' Training
Provision of training to 32,000 Teachers on distant learning