Philippine Laws
Republic Act No. 7798: An Act Amending SECTION 25 of Batas Pambansa Blg. 232 (Education Act of 1982)
August 1994
Publisher:
Republic of the Philippines
Republic Act No. 7798 amends Section 25 of Batas Pambansa Blg. 232, also known as the Education Act of 1982. This amendment provides flexibility in the structure and operation of private educational institutions in the Philippines, allowing them to implement an open admission policy and define their own curriculum standards. The goal is to promote the autonomy of private schools in enhancing educational quality and accessibility while adhering to the basic policies set by the Department of Education.