The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially released the approved academic calendar for the 2025/2026 school year for Basic Schools, including Kindergarten, Primary, and Junior High Schools. The calendar outlines important term dates, vacations, and key events to help students, parents, and teachers effectively prepare for the upcoming academic year.
Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the academic schedule:
First Term
Term Duration: September 2, 2025 – December 18, 2025 (15 weeks)
The first term of the 2025/2026 academic year will commence on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, and run for a total of 15 weeks. A brief mid-term break is scheduled from October 31 to November 3, 2025 (2 days).
The term will officially end on December 18, 2025, after which students will proceed on vacation from December 19, 2025, to January 7, 2026.
Second Term
Term Duration: January 8, 2026 – April 1, 2026 (12 weeks)
The second term begins on January 8, 2026, and will span 12 weeks. This term will conclude on April 1, 2026, followed by a vacation from April 2 to April 20, 2026. Students and teachers will enjoy a mid-term break during this term as well, in line with GES’s revised calendar policy.
Third Term
Term Duration: April 21, 2026 – July 23, 2026 (13 weeks)
The third and final term will reopen on April 21, 2026, and run for 13 weeks, ending on July 23, 2026. The term break will begin the following day, July 24, 2026.
Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE)
GES has announced that the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) for the 2025/2026 academic year will be held from May 4 to May 11, 2026. This is a crucial period for final-year Junior High School students, and adequate preparation is strongly encouraged.
Public Holidays and Observances
While the calendar includes fixed academic dates, GES reminds all stakeholders that public holidays occurring within the school term will be observed accordingly. Furthermore, a two-day mid-term break is expected in each term to support effective teaching and learning.
Conclusion
The 2025/2026 GES academic calendar offers a well-structured academic year, promoting consistency while allowing room for breaks and national events. Parents, teachers, and students are advised to mark these important dates and plan accordingly for a productive school year.
GES also extends its gratitude to all stakeholders for their continued dedication and efforts in ensuring a smooth 2024/2025 academic year, which officially concludes on Thursday, July 24, 2025.
Stay informed, stay prepared, and gear up for a successful academic journey ahead.
Source: GESHub.org
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