The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially released the 2026/27 academic calendar for second-cycle institutions, and this guide is specifically for Form 3 students in Single-Track Senior High Schools (SHS) and Senior High Technical Schools (SHTs) .
For final-year students, the calendar is different from Form 1 and Form 2. It is shorter, more intensive, and built around one major event: the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) .
Below is the complete breakdown of resumption dates, semester periods, vacations, and the official end of secondary school for Single-Track Form 3 students.
At a Glance: Key Dates for Form 3 (Single-Track)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| First Day of School (Form 3) | 18th Sept. 2026 |
| End of First Semester | 18th Dec. 2026 |
| First Semester Vacation | 19th Dec. 2026 – 31st Jan. 2027 |
| Second Semester Resumption | 1st Feb. 2027 |
| WASSCE Period | 6th Apr. – 18th Jun. 2027 |
| End of Academic Year (Last Day) | 18th Jun. 2027 |
Important: Unlike Form 1 and Form 2 students who continue until July 2027, the academic year for Form 3 Single-Track students ends on 18th June 2027. There is no further resumption after this date.
Detailed Semester Breakdown
First Semester
Form 3 students begin the 2026/27 academic year alongside Form 1 and Form 2, but their first semester is shorter.
- In School (Resumption): 18th September 2026
- Last Day of First Semester: 18th December 2026
- Vacation Period: 19th December 2026 – 31st January 2027
What this means: The first semester lasts exactly three months. Students then proceed on a lengthy vacation of approximately six weeks.
Second Semester (Final Term)
This is the most critical period for Form 3 students. It is the last chance for teaching, revision, mock exams, and ultimately, the WASSCE.
- In School (Resumption): 1st February 2027
- WASSCE Begins: 6th April 2027
- WASSCE Ends: 18th June 2027
- End of Academic Year (Last Day on Campus): 18th June 2027
What this means: Students have only two months (February and March) for classroom instruction before WASSCE begins. After that, the examination runs concurrently with the end of the school term. On 18th June 2027, both WASSCE and the academic year end together.
National Breaks Affecting Form 3 (Single-Track)
| Break Type | Start Date | End Date | Does it affect Form 3? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christmas Break | 19th Dec. 2026 | 4th Jan. 2027 | Yes (falls within first semester vacation) |
| Easter Break | 25th Mar. 2027 | 30th Mar. 2027 | Yes (occurs during second semester, just before WASSCE) |
Note for Form 3 Students: The Easter break (25th – 30th March 2027) happens only one week before WASSCE begins on 6th April 2027. Do not use this break for travel. Use it for final revision.
WASSCE 2027: The Most Important Period
For Form 3 Single-Track students, the entire second semester leads to this.
WASSCE Period: 6th April 2027 – 18th June 2027
This is a ten-week examination window. During this time:
- Students will write their papers according to the WAEC timetable.
- Schools may remain open for revision or study periods between papers.
- The academic year officially concludes on 18th June 2027, the same day WASSCE ends.
Comparison: Form 3 vs. Form 1 & Form 2 (Single-Track)
| Feature | Form 3 | Form 1 & 2 |
|---|---|---|
| First Resumption 2026 | 18th Sept. | 18th Sept. |
| First Semester End | 18th Dec. 2026 | 29th Jan. 2027 |
| First Vacation | 19th Dec 2026 – 31st Jan 2027 | 30th Jan – 29th Mar 2027 |
| Second Resumption | 1st Feb. 2027 | 30th Mar. 2027 |
| Academic Year Ends | 18th Jun. 2027 | 30th Jul. 2027 |
| WASSCE Period | 6th Apr. – 18th Jun. 2027 | Not applicable |
| Total School Weeks | Approximately 36 weeks | Approximately 46 weeks |
Important Reminders for Form 3 Students and Parents
- First Resumption is 18th September 2026 – This is not a drill. Every day counts. Final-year students cannot afford late resumption.
- The First Vacation is Long (6 weeks) – From 19th December 2026 to 31st January 2027. Use this time for personal revision, not just rest.
- Second Semester is Short – Only two months of teaching (February – March) before WASSCE begins on 6th April 2027. No time should be wasted.
- Easter Break Comes at a Critical Time – 25th – 30th March 2027 is just one week before the first paper. Students should not travel home if possible.
- 18th June 2027 is the Last Day – After this date, Form 3 students officially complete secondary school. No third semester. No further resumption.
- Plan Post-WASSCE Activities Early – Since school ends on 18th June 2027, parents should begin planning for tertiary applications, vocational training, or gap year activities well before that date.
Printable Quick Reference for Form 3 (Single-Track)
Keep this on your phone or fridge:
- Start SHS 3: 18th September 2026
- End First Term: 18th December 2026
- Vacation: 19th December 2026 – 31st January 2027
- Return for Final Term: 1st February 2027
- Easter Break: 25th – 30th March 2027
- WASSCE Begins: 6th April 2027
- WASSCE Ends / School Ends: 18th June 2027
Final Word to Form 3 Students
The 2026/27 Single-Track Academic Calendar for Form 3 gives you exactly three months of first semester (September to December 2026), a six-week break, and then two months of teaching (February to March 2027) before WASSCE begins in April.
You have no time to waste. Every week counts.
Save this page, share with fellow Form 3 students, and start counting down to your final exams.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: When do Single-Track Form 3 students resume in 2026?
A: Form 3 Single-Track students resume on 18th September 2026, the same day as Form 1 and Form 2.
Q2: When is the vacation for Form 3 after first semester?
A: Vacation runs from 19th December 2026 to 31st January 2027.
Q3: When does the final semester begin for Form 3?
A: The second (final) semester begins on 1st February 2027.
Q4: When is WASSCE 2027?
A: WASSCE runs from 6th April 2027 to 18th June 2027.
Q5: When is the last day of school for Form 3 Single-Track students?
A: The academic year ends on 18th June 2027, the same day WASSCE ends.
Q6: Do Form 3 Single-Track students have online learning?
A: No. Single-Track schools are fully in-person. There are no “online at home” periods for any Form 3 students.
Q7: Is there a mid-semester break for Form 3?
A: No. According to the official GES calendar, the mid-semester break (17th – 20th June 2027) applies only to Form Two Double-Track students.
Reported By: Justice Donkoh | GESHub.org
