The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially released the revised academic calendar for the 2024/2025 academic year for all Single Track Senior High Schools (SHS/SHTS). This update is crucial for students, parents, and educators alike as it outlines the full academic schedule, including reopening dates, instructional weeks, breaks, and the all-important 2025 WASSCE timetable for final-year students.
In this blog post, we break down the revised academic calendar for Single Track schools in detail — so whether you’re an SHS 1, SHS 2, or SHS 3 student (especially final-year candidates), this post will help you understand what to expect in the 2024/25 academic year.
Academic Year Overview – Single Track SHS/SHTS
The 2024/25 academic calendar spans from October 30, 2024, to September 19, 2025, with a well-structured plan to ensure all SHS students receive adequate contact hours and instructional time before the academic year ends.
Here’s a detailed breakdown by forms:
SHS 3 (Final Year Students)
Final-year students have a packed academic year in preparation for the 2025 WASSCE.
- Reopening Date: Wednesday, 30th October, 2024
- End of First Session (Break): Wednesday, 5th March, 2025
- Weeks in School (First Session): 18 weeks
- Mid-Semester Break: Thursday, 6th March – Tuesday, 22nd April, 2025 (7 weeks)
- WASSCE Preparation & Exams:
- Resumption Date: 23rd April, 2025
- End of Academic Year: 19th September, 2025
- Weeks in School (Second Session): 21 weeks
- Total Weeks in School: 39 weeks
WASSCE 2025 Period (SHS 3 Only):
- Start of WASSCE: 4th August, 2025
- End of WASSCE: 19th September, 2025
Final-year students will use the April–July period for intensive revision, mock exams, and final coursework before sitting the WASSCE starting August.
SHS 2 (Second Year Students)
SHS 2 students also have a structured academic year with a long mid-semester break to allow for rest and academic regrouping.
- Reopening Date: Wednesday, 30th October, 2024
- Break: Wednesday, 5th March – Tuesday, 22nd April, 2025
- Weeks in School (First Session): 18 weeks
- Resumption: Wednesday, 23rd April, 2025
- End of Academic Year: Friday, 19th September, 2025
- Weeks in School (Second Session): 21 weeks
- Total Weeks in School: 39 weeks
SHS 2 students are expected to return for their third year in the 2025/2026 academic year, well-prepared for the final lap of their SHS education.
SHS 1 (First Year Students)
While SHS 1 reopening dates were not explicitly outlined in this update, it’s expected that first-year students will join the calendar shortly after the BECE results and school placements are finalized by the GES and CSSPS systems.
Once placed, SHS 1 students will have their own structured calendar with timelines aligned to ensure smooth academic progression in the Single Track system.
Christmas Break for All Students
- Date: 20th December, 2024 – 2nd January, 2025
A brief festive season break has been scheduled to allow students to celebrate the holidays before returning to school to continue their academic work.
Summary of Key Dates for Single Track SHS (2024/25)
| School Reopens | 30th Oct. 2024 |
| Christmas Break | 20th Dec. 2024 – 2nd Jan. 2025 |
| First Session Ends | 5th Mar. 2025 |
| Mid-Term Break | 6th Mar. – 22nd April, 2025 |
| School Resumes | 23rd April, 2025 |
| WASSCE Begins (SHS 3) | 4th Aug. 2025 |
| Academic Year Ends | 19th Sept. 2025 |
Final Thoughts
The revised 2024/25 academic calendar for Single Track SHS/SHTS schools is comprehensive and well-structured to ensure all students, especially those preparing for the WASSCE, receive the required instructional time.
Students are advised to stay committed, manage their time effectively, and focus on both academic and personal growth throughout the year. Parents and guardians should take note of the key dates to support their wards in meeting academic expectations. Teachers and school administrators must use this schedule to plan teaching activities, assessments, and support interventions accordingly.
Stay tuned for more GES updates, BECE placement timelines, and 2025 WASSCE news right here! Don’t forget to bookmark this post and share it with fellow students, teachers, and parents!
Source: GESHub.org
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