Section 3: Purpose of primary education

(1) The purpose of primary education shall be-
(a) the inculcation of permanent literacy and numeracy and the ability to communicate
effectively
(b) the laying of a sound basis for scientific and reflective thinking;
(c) citizenship education as a basis for effective participation in and contribution to the life of the society
(d) character and moral training and the development of sound attitudes;
(e) to develop in the child the ability to adapt to his changing environment;
(f)
to give the child opportunities for developing manipulative skills that will enable him to function effectively in the society within the limits of his capacity;
(g) to provide basic tools for further educational advancement, including preparation for trades and crafts of the locality.
(2) The medium of instruction in primary schools shall initially be in the mother tongue or in the language of the immediate community and at a later stage in English.