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Obstacles to learning faced by children from poor families
Manila Bulletin
|March 27, 2025
I'm writing about how poverty, malnourishment, and early childhood education (ECE) affect the learning ability of a child after being inspired by Education Secretary Sonny Angara's remarks on these issues at the Metrobank Foundation, Inc. meeting for the celebration of National Teachers Month (MTM).
Yes, we know that education is a fundamental right, but absorbing all the learning begins with a body and mind that is well-nourished. That's why children from poor families often face significant obstacles to learning.
These challenges stem from inadequate nutrition, lack of resources, and poor learning environments, all of which can limit their cognitive and physical development.
The first 1,000 days of a child's life-spanning from conception to their second birthday-are critical for brain and body development. When children experience malnutrition during this period, the effects can be long-lasting, hindering their ability to learn effectively. Although government provides various forms of support after the first 1,000 days, these interventions are often insufficient or inaccessible in poor communities.
However, children from impoverished families often suffer from malnutrition due to food insecurity, lack of proper healthcare, and maternal undernutrition. When pregnant mothers lack essential nutrients, their babies may be born with low birth weight, increasing the risk of developmental delays.
Malnutrition during early childhood can have severe and lasting effects on a child's ability to learn. Some of the major consequences include: cognitive impairments, reduced academic performance, increased absenteeism and dropout rates.
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