Quality Management Practices and Curriculum Compliance of Public Elementary School Teachers

Abstract

This study aimed to determine the significant relationship between quality management practices and curriculum compliance among public elementary school teachers. A descriptive-correlational research design was employed, with a sample of 183 public elementary school teachers from Caraga North District, Division of Davao Oriental, Philippines. Data were collected through standardized questionnaires and analyzed using mean, standard deviation (SD), Pearson product-moment correlation, and multiple linear regression. The findings revealed that both quality management practices and curriculum compliance were at very extensive levels. Correlation analysis indicated a significant positive relationship between quality management practices and curriculum compliance. Further analysis identified that the domains of quality management practices significantly influence curriculum compliance. Based on these findings, it is recommended that school administrators enhance leadership development, strengthen teacher training programs, and implement structured monitoring mechanisms to sustain curriculum compliance. Improving these management practices may further ensure that public elementary schools maintain high educational standards and meet institutional and national requirements.