We not only need to know how many boys and girls are in primary and secondary school based on enrollment figures, we need to understand how good their education is, their level of attainment, and the number of teachers in their schools. A good education gives us all the chance to build the life we want, and for children born into poverty, it is an essential part of their escape route.

"In some parts of the world, students are going to school every day. It's their normal life. But in other parts of the world, we are starving for education... it's like a precious gift. It's like a diamond…"

Malala Yousafzai