Suriname's education system includes Gewoon Lager Onderwijs (GLO), or Ordinary Primary Education, encompassing grades 3 through 8. Students take the GLO-toets exam at the end of sixth grade to determine placement in secondary school. While over 90% of children attend primary school, Suriname's education system has faced challenges with high dropout and repetition rates.

A new National Education Policy (2024-2031) aims to equip students with necessary competencies and skills. Recent initiatives also focus on improving English language, digital skills, and skills for tourism and ICT. Specific details about the fifth grade technical curriculum within the GLO program remain elusive.