English: Gatchalian added that these figures reflect the findings of the Commission on Audit (COA) in 2018. In a Performance Audit Report, state auditors recommended that the DepEd should ensure that the Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education (GASTPE) prioritize underprivileged learners. The ESC is a program under GASTPE.
Filipino: Ayon kay Gatchalian, sinasalamin ng mga numerong nabanggit ang naging ulat ng Commission on Audit (COA) noong 2018. Sa isang Performance Audit Report, nirekomenda ng komisyon sa DepEd na tiyaking bibigyang prayoridad sa Government Assistance to Students and Teachers in Private Education (GASTPE) ang mga nangangailangang mag-aaral. Ang ESC ay isang programang nasa ilalim ng GASTPE.