Under the National Education Plan 2026-2035, the starting age for preschool will be set at five years old, while Year One enrollment will begin at age six starting in 2027. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim stated that this alignment aims to standardise early childhood education and ensure all children receive adequate preparation before entering primary school. However, the change will not be made compulsory.

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A new Malaysia Learning Matrix assessment for Year Four pupils will be introduced this year as part of a broader effort to measure student achievement. This centrally administered assessment aims to track pupils’ mastery of key subjects, including Bahasa Melayu, English, Mathematics, and Science.

A similar Form Three assessment will be introduced starting in 2027, covering additional subjects such as History.

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The Ministry of Higher Education will take over the administration of Form Six and Matriculation programmes from the Education Ministry beginning in 2027.

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Bahasa Melayu and History subjects taught in international schools and under the Unified Examination Certificate curriculum will now be benchmarked against Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia standards. This policy ensures that all students, regardless of their educational stream, achieve a consistent level of national language proficiency and a shared understanding of the country's historical narrative and identity.

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About 3,000 students with disabilities studying at public universities, polytechnics and community colleges will receive free education with immediate effect, while another 10,000 students from hardcore poor families will be granted free education through PTPTN, said PM Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

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