KPM Character Formation / Character Education Program
October 18, 2025

The Malaysian Ministry of Education (KPM) through the 2027 School Curriculum officially introduced a major initiative which is Character Building Program. This initiative aims to strengthen the formation of character, moral values and personality of students from preschool to high school.
Let’s find out more about why this program was introduced, what is its essence or main element, how it is implemented, the expected challenges, as well as the implications for students, teachers and schools.


Introduction – KPM CHARACTER BUILDING PROGRAM
In a recent statement by the Malaysian Ministry of Education dated 17 October 2025, the Ministry of Education stated that the Character Building Program is one of the main initiatives in the 2027 School Curriculum.
It aims to form individuals with a superior personality, civilized and responsible. Its implementation is also a strategic shift aimed at strengthening the development of character and moral values among students in a structured and comprehensive manner.




How is the KPM Character Building Program Implemented?
- Preschool level – Carried out in an integrated manner through daily learning activities
- Primary & secondary school level – A specific time allocation of 60 minutes per week will be provided in the school timetable to enable character building activities to be carried out in a planned and focused manner.
- It is conducted for 15 minutes of the first period every day except on the day of the official school assembly.
- The program carried out is of a nature hands-onwhere a guide module for teachers will be provided.
- Keep in mind that it is a program, and not a new subject to be introduced in class.
Please refer to the infographic below to understand more about the implementation strategy:


Character Building Program Focus
This program emphasizes the implementation of teaching and learning that focuses on activities that focus on the appreciation of values, positive behavior, as well as the application of manners and morals in the context of students’ daily lives.
It is a reflection of the commitment of the Ministry of Education (KPM) to produce a generation that is holistic in terms of academics, personality and identity.


More Information
Get the latest info and more information about the 2027 School Curriculum on the Ministry of Education’s official website:
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Character Education Program & School Curriculum 2027 Frequently Asked Questions
Implementation will begin in stages, namely Preschool in 2026, followed by Year 1 and Form 1 in 2027.
The goal is to produce prosperous people who are knowledgeable, skilled, civilized, and competitive at the global level.
The main approach includes character formation, emphasis on basic literacy and numeracy (3M), as well as integrated learning classes.
The Character Formation Program is given a specific time slot from preschool to high school, focusing on socio-emotional learning and moral values.
Nope. It is a hands-on program that will run for 15 minutes every morning and it is not a new subject.
This special program for character formation will be implemented by all teachers with hands-on activities.
It will be conducted for 15 minutes of the first period every day except the day of the school’s official assembly. Teacher guide modules and student profiles will be provided.

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