Kurikulum Merdeka is an educational policy that provides freedom and flexibility for schools and teachers to design and implement learning according to students’ needs and potential as well as local conditions, with a focus on developing basic competencies, character, and the use of technology. This research aimed to explore teachers’ perceptions on the Implementation of Kurikulum Merdeka at MTsN 4 Aceh Tengah. This research used a qualitative approach. The participants of this research were two English teachers. Furthermore, data was collected through semi-structured interviews and the sample used in this study was selected using the purposive sampling method. The result of this research showed that there are five challenges in implementing the Kurikulum Merdeka: teacher readiness, insufficient knowledge about the curriculum, the need for specialized training in technology, inadequate facilities, infrastructure, and instructional materials, and issues related to the student environment. The solutions identified to address these challenges include: engaging with students, facilitating discussions among teachers and stakeholders, providing teacher training specific to Kurikulum Merdeka, and involving stakeholders to support the curriculum.