<![CDATA[The quality of education is an important indicator in assessing the effectiveness of the learning system. Public and private schools in Indonesia have different approaches to education delivery, influenced by resources, facilities, and teaching staff. This study aims to compare the quality of education between the two types of schools, focusing on learning aspects, including teaching methods, student-teacher interaction, and student learning outcomes. This study is relevant to provide input for policy makers to improve the quality of national education. This research used a qualitative approach with a comparative design. Data were collected from ten schools in urban areas, five public and private schools each, purposively selected based on A and B accreditation. Data were collected through classroom observations, interviews with teachers and students, and curriculum document analysis. Thematic analysis was applied to identify patterns and differences in the learning process. The results show that private schools excel in innovative learning methods, such as project-based approaches, supported by modern technology facilities. Public schools stand out in inclusive student-teacher interactions, despite being constrained by high teacher-student ratios. Student learning outcomes were not significantly different, but private schools recorded higher student satisfaction due to a conducive learning environment. Teacher training and the availability of resources are determining factors in the quality of learning. Overall, public and private schools have their own advantages. Private schools excel in innovation, while public schools in inclusive interaction. Challenges such as resource equity and teacher training need to be addressed. This study recommends inter-school collaboration, such as teacher exchanges or joint curriculum development, to improve the quality of national education.]]>
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