The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially announced the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) date for all final-year students in Senior High Schools (SHSs) and Senior High Technical Schools (SHTs) across Ghana.
According to the official 2026/2027 Academic Calendar for Second Cycle Institutions released by the GES Public Relations Unit under reference GES/HQ/PR/26/140 (dated 1st June 2026), the examination period has been clearly outlined.
Official 2027 WASSCE Date
- Start Date: 6th April 2027
- End Date: 18th June 2027
The WASSCE for school candidates will run from Tuesday, 6th April 2027, to Friday, 18th June 2027.
This ten-week examination window applies to all final-year students (Form Three) in both Single Track Schools and Transitional (Double-Track) Schools.
What This Means for Form Three Students
The 2027 WASSCE period falls within the second semester of the academic year. Here is how it affects different school types:
Single Track Schools (Form Three)
- Second Semester Resumption: 1st February 2027
- Academic Year Ends: 18th June 2027 (same day WASSCE ends)
- Students will write their exams while still on campus, with no further academic activities after this date.
Transitional/Double-Track Schools (Form Three)
- First Semester: 18th September – 18th December 2026
- Christmas Break: 19th December 2026 – 4th January 2027
- Second Semester Resumption: 5th January 2027
- Academic Year Ends: 18th June 2027 (same day WASSCE ends)
Other Important 2027 Dates Around WASSCE
To help students and parents prepare effectively, here are key dates leading up to and during the 2027 WASSCE:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Easter Break | 25th – 30th Mar. 2027 |
| WASSCE Begins | 6th Apr. 2027 |
| Mid-Semester Break (Form 2 Only) | 17th – 20th Jun. 2027 |
| WASSCE Ends | 18th Jun. 2027 |
Note for Form Two students: The mid-semester break in June 2027 occurs after the WASSCE period has ended, so it will not interfere with examination schedules.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Is the 2027 WASSCE date confirmed?
A: Yes. The Ghana Education Service officially published the date (6th April – 18th June 2027) in its 2026/2027 academic calendar released on 1st June 2026.
Q2: Do both Single Track and Double-Track schools follow the same WASSCE dates?
A: Yes. WASSCE is a national examination administered by WAEC. All Form Three students, regardless of school type, will write the exam during the same period.
Q3: Will there be school during WASSCE?
A: Yes. The examination takes place during the second semester. Students attend school for their papers and may have revision or free periods in between.
Q4: When should Form Three students resume to prepare for WASSCE?
A: Single Track Form Three students resume on 1st February 2027. Double-Track Form Three students resume on 5th January 2027. Both have approximately two to three months of preparation before WASSCE begins on 6th April 2027.
Final Advice for Students and Parents
With the 2027 WASSCE date now officially set from 6th April to 18th June 2027, here is what you should do:
- Mark your calendar – Write these dates in a visible place.
- Count backward – Plan your revision schedule starting from April 2027.
- Avoid travel plans – Do not schedule family events or trips between April and June 2027.
- Monitor WAEC updates – While GES has set the window, WAEC will release the detailed subject-by-subject timetable closer to the date.
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Published By: Justice Donkoh | GESHub.org
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