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Analysis of the Structural, Historical, and Socioeconomic Issues of Preschool Education in Haiti between 1912 and 2000

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Preschool education in Haiti, although crucial for a child's development, has long been marginalized in public policies. From 1912 to 2000, its development was primarily driven by private, community-based, and religious initiatives due to a failing state institutional and regulatory framework. The state's involvement in early childhood education remained limited, and initial attempts at structuring the sector were hampered by a lack of resources, weak intersectoral coordination, and insufficient political commitment. This situation led to a fragmented and unevenly distributed system. This study traces the historical milestones of preschool education in Haiti and analyzes the continuities and disruptions that have shaped its trajectory. The goal is to provide a critical understanding of past developments to inform future policy directions, thereby contributing to a more structured and inclusive preschool education system in Haiti.

Source: Dialnet (Universidad de la Rioja)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18463232

Authors: Laguerre, Cerliot, Vincent, Valdimir, Lafleur, Nahum, Paul, Bénédique

Institutions: ISTEAH, Quisqueya University

Language: English

Topic: Historical Education Studies Worldwide

Subfield: Education

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7127329900