Botswana Qualifications Authority continues to make significant strides in strengthening the quality and integrity of Botswana’s education system through the development of Quality Assurance Standard 1: Registration and Accreditation of Schools for General Education.
The standard is designed to enhance transparency in the registration and accreditation processes, while promoting continuous improvement across schools.
As part of the development process, BQA this week convened a stakeholder consultation workshop aimed at gathering input and fostering collaboration. The engagements brought together Regional Education Officers from Kweneng, Kgatleng, South, and South-East regions, alongside School Management representatives from 14 senior secondary schools within these areas.
The consultations provided a platform for stakeholders to share insights, experiences, and recommendations on the proposed standard. Discussions focused on aligning regulatory requirements with practical realities in schools, ensuring that the framework is both robust and implementable across diverse educational contexts.
Through these engagements, BQA reaffirmed its commitment to an inclusive and participatory approach in policy and standards development. The Authority recognises that collaboration with key stakeholders is essential in building a quality assurance system that is responsive, effective, and sustainable.
Once finalised, Quality Assurance Standard 1 will play a critical role in strengthening the registration and accreditation of schools, ultimately contributing to improved learning outcomes and public confidence in Botswana’s education system.
BQA remains dedicated to its mandate of safeguarding the quality of education and training in Botswana and will continue to engage stakeholders as it advances this important work.