Effects of Curriculum Reforms on the Teaching- Learning Process in Selected Private Schools

Abstract

This study examined the effects of curriculum reforms on the teaching-learning process in selected private schools in Binangonan, Rizal during School Year 2025–2026. The study utilized a descriptive survey research design involving 130 teachers from Claremont School of Binangonan, Elim Christian School, Greenview Montessori School, Ladder of Gems, Raises Montessori Academe Calumpang, Shining Light School, SMA School, Sunnyvale Christian School, Throne of Wisdom, Zion Christian School, and Tres Niños School. Respondents were described in terms of age, sex, civil status, educational attainment, length of service, and in-service trainings attended. A researcher-made questionnaire checklist was used to gather data on the extent of effects of curriculum reforms in terms of learning resources, teaching approaches, and assessment and evaluation, as well as problems encountered in implementation. Findings revealed that most respondents were 31 years old, married, pursuing graduate studies, with more than ten years of teaching experience and attendance in various in-service trainings. Results showed that curriculum reforms have a high effect on the teaching-learning process in terms of learning resources, teaching approaches, and assessment and evaluation. There were significant differences in the perceived effects of curriculum reforms when grouped according to age, educational attainment, length of service, and in-service trainings attended, while no significant differences were found in terms of sex and civil status. Teachers often encountered problems in the implementation of curriculum reforms in selected private schools. The study concluded that teachers’ perceptions of curriculum reform effects vary significantly based on selected demographic and professional variables. Recommendations include strengthening professional development programs, enhancing policy communication, and providing robust support systems to ensure effective implementation of curriculum reforms. An action plan is recommended for implementation and future studies are suggested to explore additional variables. The findings provide evidence for policy enhancement in private school curriculum implementation within similar educational contexts.