The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training through Pakistan Institute of Education has released the National Achievement Test (NAT) 2023 findings for Sindh. 

The National Achievement Test is a sample-based assessment that is envisioned to take place every two years in a range of subjects at Grade 4 and Grade 8 level in Pakistan. It is conducted by the National Assessment Wing (NAW) of Pakistan Institute of Education, with support from provincial and area education departments.

These findings offer valuable data on student performance across Grade 4 and 8, and in both rural and urban areas of Sindh, to inform the provincial school departments’ programming and reforms.

Findings and opportunities

The NAT 2023 results reveal both strengths and opportunities for improvement:

• Strengths:
  • Urdu/Sindhi language proficiency: Grade 4 students excelled in Urdu/Sindhi, demonstrating strong foundational skills in their native language.
  • Closing the gender gap: Girls outperformed boys in most subjects, indicating a positive trend towards gender equality in education.
• Areas for Growth:

• Strengthening Maths skills: Scores in Math across Grades 4 and 8 require focused attention. Analyzing these results can guide the development of targeted interventions to improve Math proficiency for all students.
• Enhancing Science learning: While Science scores show room for improvement, further analysis can inform strategies to strengthen scientific understanding and inquiry skills.

Shaping the future of education in Sindh

The NAT 2023 results are a valuable tool for educators, policymakers, parents, and PIE to collaborate effectively. Together, we can leverage these data-driven insights to develop targeted strategies that address specific needs. This will ensure all students in Sindh, regardless of location or gender, have the chance to excel in every subject.

Explore the NAT 2023 Sindh data and delve deeper into the findings.  This information can be utilized to have constructive conversations and develop impactful action plans. Our ultimate goal is to ensure all students in Sindh can reach their full potential in education.

PIE's commitment

The Pakistan Institute of Education remains committed to supporting education progress in Sindh and across Pakistan. We invite you to stay connected for further discussions, resources, and upcoming initiatives.

Explore resources:

National Achievement Test (NAT) 2023

Sindh Education & Literacy Department