VOICED: Baghdad school system struggling as pupils resume studies

Despite significant US investment, Iraq's state education system struggles with basic facilities, leading many families to prefer private schools for better education. The US invasion in 2003 saw improvements in security, allowing more children to return to school, but the state system remains overwhelmed. US efforts have built and refurbished many schools, yet literacy rates are still low. Parents with means opt for private education, hoping for a better future for their children. Critics argue that educational authorities need to learn and improve further.

What challenges does the state education system in Iraq currently face?

Why do Iraqi families prefer private schools over public schools?

What has been the impact of US funding on Iraqi schools?

What are the implications of the statistic that one in five children under 15 cannot read?

How do parents perceive the quality of education in private schools compared to state schools?