We provide research and evidence to support an ongoing dialogue about the value, purpose, and future of public education.
Research reports
We publish reports based on our primary research, including the Annual Ontario School Survey.
Articles
In our articles, we synthesize the latest news and research - connecting the dots between public education and public good.
Conference presentations
We present our research findings at local and international conferences for education practitioners and researchers.
Policy submissions
We make policy submissions in response to government consultations and provide evidence-based policy analysis.
Annual Ontario School Survey
We have been tracking the resources and programs in Ontario’s schools for over 20 years. Over 1200 schools participate each year.
Competencies beyond the 3Rs
Working with experts, we have developed a set of key competencies in the areas of creativity, citizenship, social-emotional learning, and health.
Conference 2018 highlights
Our conference brings together parents, students, educators, researchers, school boards, and ministry staff to connect with and learn from each other. This year, we explored the role of public education in creating a better world.
What do we track?
People for Education conducts a survey of Ontario schools every year:
Effective implementation of de-streaming in Ontario threatened by lack of time and resources
New report by People for Education shows that effective implementation of de-streaming in Ontario schools is threatened by lack of time and resources. People for Education’s 2022-23 Annual Ontario School Survey (AOSS) based on responses revealed that only 20% of Ontario high school principals say they have enough support to implement de-streaming.
Make a donation to support our researchOur response to Ontario's recent education consultation
In the fall of 2018, Ontario’s Ministry of Education engaged in province-wide consultations on a range of issues. Our response focused on three areas: standardized testing; preparing students for the future; and the health curriculum.
Latest articles
30 years with insufficient progress on child well-being
A recent report from the UN raised serious concerns about Canada’s lack of progress on addressing children’s rights issues.
Ontario is spending millions on tutoring, is it worth it?
Ontario has provided funding for tutoring programs. But does it really help? According to researchers, it depends on quality, frequency, and links to curriculum.
New report points to gaps in implementation of de-streaming in Ontario
People for Education’s latest report reveals gaps and challenges in Ontario's first steps toward de-streaming Grade 9.
Questions for political representatives during Ontario’s election
The choices politicians make will affect not only 2.5 million children and young people, but also Ontario's economy, health care system, and future. PFE has questions for the political parties.
Ontario joins the rest of Canada with new child care agreement
Ontario's agreement with the federal government to support lowered costs and greater access to early learning and child care programs will have long-term benefits for children and families. But was it worth the wait?.
Thank you for this excellent and timely report. The inequities you highlight are an important issue that we're wrestling with and the report helps us to have more informed discussions.
- School board trustee
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