The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has proposed allocating Rs. 9.5 billion in the Budget 2026-27 to transform 72 public schools into model institutions with modern facilities and improved learning environments.
According to budget documents, the initiative is part of the province’s education reform plans aimed at improving access to quality education and modernizing the public school system.
72 Schools to Be Converted into Model Institutions
Under the proposed plan, the government will upgrade:
🏫 72 existing public schools
including:
- 👦 31 boys’ schools
- 👧 31 girls’ schools
into model educational institutions designed to meet international standards.
Education officials said the upgraded schools will receive significant infrastructure and technology improvements.
Schools to Receive Modern Facilities
The proposed model schools will be equipped with facilities such as:
- đź’» Advanced IT laboratories
- 🔬 Modern science laboratories
- 🏊 Swimming pools
- 🏫 Improved educational infrastructure
- đź“š Enhanced learning resources
Officials said the initiative aims to provide students with a more modern and competitive learning environment.
Free Education and Boarding Facilities
Students enrolled in the model schools from:
🎓 Grades 6 to 12
will receive:
- Free education
- Boarding facilities
- Meals
- Textbooks
- Monthly stipends
The government said the additional support measures are intended to ensure that talented students can continue their education regardless of their financial circumstances.
Admissions to Be Based on Merit
According to the proposed framework:
đź“ť Each model school will admit 50 academically talented students
who will be selected on merit.
Officials said merit-based admissions are intended to promote equal educational opportunities and encourage academic excellence.
Project Timeline
The initiative is expected to:
đź“… Begin in July 2026
and is scheduled for completion by:
đź“… September 2027
The project has been included as one of the key education reform initiatives in the provincial budget.
Focus on Quality Education
Education Department officials said the programme aims to:
- Improve educational standards in public schools
- Expand access to quality learning opportunities
- Introduce modern educational facilities
- Support talented students through fully funded education
The proposed model schools initiative represents one of the largest education development projects included in the KP Budget 2026-27 and is expected to play an important role in strengthening the province’s public education system.
