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SINCE 1996 • FAST-TRACK EDUCATION

Accelerated Learning Program — giving out-of-school children a second chance

Poverty, family hardship, and lack of local schools force millions of children in rural Pakistan to drop out early. Our program condenses primary education into a fast-track curriculum, helping over-age youth catch up, re-enter formal schooling, and rebuild their confidence.

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Smiling GEF student in school uniform at an Accelerated Learning Program school
GEF Accelerated Learning Program

Be the reason they learn today

Donation frequency

Donation amount and payment type can be confirmed on the secure donation page.

12,000+

Out-of-School Children Re-Enrolled

2–3 Yrs

Primary Education Condensed

85%

Transition Rate to Formal Secondary Schools

40+

ALP Learning Centers Operational

WHY THIS MATTERS

When a child falls behind without a dedicated education program, they risk losing their future forever.

Every year away from school makes it harder for a child ever to go back. In rural Pakistan, an 11-year-old who missed primary school cannot simply sit in a Grade 1 classroom with 5-year-olds; shame and age disparity push them into child labor instead. Ghazali Education Foundation’s Accelerated Learning Program breaks this cycle by providing an age-appropriate, fast-track path back into formal education.

26M+

Out-of-school youth in Pakistan facing an uncertain future

3 Years

Primary syllabus condensed into 18–24 focused months

92%

Literacy & numeracy mastery among ALP graduates

PKR 48,000

Complete annual cost to bridge a child’s lost primary years

WHAT THE PROGRAM INCLUDES

Four steps to fast-track education and reclaim lost years

Condensed Primary Curriculum

A specialized, compressed curriculum that covers essential literacy, numeracy, and science concepts in nearly half the standard time without compromising learning quality.

Fund the curriculum →

Age-Appropriate Classrooms

Supportive learning environments where older children study among peers of similar age, removing the stigma and embarrassment of falling behind.

Support age-appropriate classes →

Psychological & Foundation Building

Dedicated counseling and foundational literacy support designed to build self-esteem, improve concentration, and restore a passion for lifelong learning.

Build a child’s confidence →

Formal Mainstreaming

Direct preparation and guidance to help ALP graduates pass board equivalency exams and transition seamlessly into formal secondary schools or vocational training.

Help graduates mainstream →

WHERE YOUR MONEY GOES

Choose a sponsorship. Restore years of lost education.

PKR 3,500/ month

Sponsor an ALP Student

Covers fast-track learning kits, specialized workbooks, teacher stipends, and continuous academic evaluation for one out-of-school child.

PKR 1,200,000/ one-time

Establish an ALP Learning Center

Funds the setup, learning materials, and operating costs of a dedicated Accelerated Learning Center for 30–35 out-of-school village youth.

Establish a center

A REAL STORY

“Working in the fields, I thought my dream of studying was over. ALP gave me my books back.”

Forced to leave school at age 8 to support his family, Tariq spent years working long hours in local brick kilns and farmland. When GEF opened an Accelerated Learning Center nearby, he enrolled in the evening track. In just 18 months, Tariq completed primary-level competencies and successfully enrolled in a Grade 6 formal school.

Help more children learn →

Questions our donors ask

Is this program Zakat-compliant?

Yes, 100%. This education program is fully Zakat-compliant. Your Zakat directly supports needy children who dropped out due to severe financial hardship, covering their learning materials, books, and tuition.

How long does it take a student to complete the ALP cycle?

Depending on the student's entry level, the accelerated curriculum takes between 18 and 24 months to complete full primary-level competencies.

What happens after a child completes the Accelerated Learning Program?

Our team assists graduates in enrolling in mainstream secondary schools or guides older youth toward vocational skill programs for financial independence.

Will I receive updates on the student I support?

Yes, annual sponsors receive regular progress reports detailing the child’s module completions, exam performance, and transition status.

Don’t let an out-of-school child lose another year.

Invest in accelerated education and help rural youth reclaim their future today.