Republic Act No. 11510 The Alternative Learning System Act (2020)

This is the main national law that institutionalizes the Alternative Learning System (ALS) in the Philippines.

Key points from RA 11510:

  • ALS is a parallel learning system equal to formal basic education.
  • It provides flexible, accessible education for out-of-school children, youth, and adults.
  • The law encourages the use of innovative learning modalities and partnerships to expand access.

DepEd Order No. 001, s. 2026 Implementing Guidelines of the Enhanced Alternative Learning System

This latest DepEd policy (2026) explicitly supports:

  • Flexible learning modalities including online, digital, and mobile learning, blended learning, and modular instruction.
  • Recognition of non-government organizations (NGOs), private partners, and other ALS service providers.
  • Community Learning Centers operated by public and private schools, NGOs, and recognized partners.

Why this matters for ALS Kwela Our platform (alskwela.gnomio.com) was created to support DepEd’s vision by providing free, accessible online modules, quizzes, messaging, and digital tools for ALS learners — exactly in line with RA 11510 and DepEd’s push for innovation and stronger public-private partnerships.

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We are fully committed to DepEd’s goals of making quality basic education available to every Filipino learner through flexible and innovative means.

Last modified: Tuesday, 24 March 2026, 10:56 PM