Recently, a letter purporting to announce new reopening dates for Senior High Schools went viral on social media. The GES has confirmed that the letter is fake, urging the public to disregard it.
GES stresses that all authentic updates will always be published through official communication channels, such as the GES website and verified social media accounts.
Understanding the Single Track System
The Single Track System is the traditional model where all SHS students attend school at the same time — unlike the Double Track System that divides students into groups. It allows for smoother coordination, full use of facilities, and consistent learning across all levels.
Official GES 2025/2026 Academic Calendar (Single Track)
Form 1 (New SHS 1 Students)
- First Semester: 18th Oct 2025 – 27th Feb 2026 (17 weeks)
- Christmas Break: 20th Dec 2025 – 4th Jan 2026
- Second Semester: 4th May – 21st Aug 2026 (16 weeks)
- Total Weeks in School: 33
- End of Academic Year: 21st Aug 2026
Form 2 (Continuing SHS 2 Students)
- First Semester: 18th Oct 2025 – 27th Feb 2026 (17 weeks)
- Christmas Break: 20th Dec 2025 – 4th Jan 2026
- Second Semester: 4th May – 21st Aug 2026 (16 weeks)
- Total Weeks in School: 33
- End of Academic Year: 21st Aug 2026
Form 3 (Final Year Students)
- First Semester: 11th Oct 2025 – 27th Feb 2026 (18 weeks)
- Christmas Break: 20th Dec 2025 – 4th Jan 2026
- Second Semester: 13th Mar – 21st Jun 2026 (14 weeks)
- Total Weeks in School: 32
- End of Academic Year: 21st Jun 2026
- WASSCE: 20th Apr – 20th Jun 2026
Key National Dates (As Confirmed by GES)
| Date | Activity/Event |
|---|---|
| 11th Oct 2025 | Reopening for SHS 3 Students |
| 18th–20th Oct 2025 | Reopening for SHS 1 & 2 Students |
| 20th–22nd Dec 2025 | Pre-Christmas Travel |
| 20th Dec 2025 – 4th Jan 2026 | Christmas Break |
| 27th Feb – 1st Mar 2026 | Vacation/Travel for SHS 3 |
| 4th – 6th May 2026 | Reopening/Travel for SHS 1 & 2 |
| 21st – 23rd Aug 2026 | Vacation/Travel for SHS 1 & 2 |
| 20th Apr – 20th Jun 2026 | WASSCE Exams for SHS 3 |
Proposed Start of 2026/2027 Academic Year: 11th September 2026
GES Final Notes
- SHS 3 students reopen on 11th October 2025, while SHS 1 and 2 students resume between 18th–20th October 2025.
- There are no Double Track shifts this year.
- Final-year students complete their studies in June 2026 after the WASSCE.
- The next academic year (2026/2027) begins 11th September 2026.
The Ghana Education Service urges the public to ignore unverified circulars and rely solely on official GES platforms for accurate updates.
Conclusion
The release of the 2025/2026 Single Track Academic Calendar confirms GES’s commitment to clarity and consistency in the academic schedule. Students, teachers, and parents are encouraged to plan ahead, verify information before sharing, and support a well-organized school year.
Stay informed. Stay prepared. Education thrives on authenticity.
Source: GESHub.org
