C-TVET launched the Prior Learning Assessment Recognition

(September 12, 2022) - The Council for Technical Vocational Education and Training (C-TVET) today launched the Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) at Herdmanston Lodge, Queenstown.

CANU, Edu. Ministry to tackle drugs in schools

The Customs Anti-Narcotic Unit (CANU) is working with the Ministry of Education and other agencies to tackle the issue of illegal drugs making their way into schools.

Head of CANU James Singh told reporters on Thursday that ranks have identified several new types of drugs that are now prevalent in society and efforts are being made to get them off the streets.

CAPE programme launched in Region Five

(December 6, 2022) – The Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE®) programme has been extended to the Rosignol Secondary School in Region Five.

CEO engages Region Five's Primary School Headteachers on NGSA 2022

(April 29, 2022) - The Chief Education Officer, Dr. Marcel Hutson visited Region Five today to conduct a development session with Primary School Headteachers with the aim of strategizing for improved performance at the National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) 2022.

Chief Education Officer, Dr Marcel Hutson met with 53 Headteachers of Primary Schools in Region Six.

On May 6th, Chief Education Officer, Dr Marcel Hutson met with 53 Headteachers of Primary Schools in Region Six.

Children in Wallaba, Karaburi benefitting from new school buses

Getting to school will no longer be exhausting for children in the community of Wallaba, Moruca Sub-Region One, with the availability of a new minibus. The 20-mile journey by foot, is a thing of the past for the secondary school students.

Children's Mashramani Art and Essay Competition 2021 Rules and Guidelines

In observance of Guyana’s 51st Republic Anniversary Celebrations, the Ministry of Education be conducting the Child Art and Essay Competitions under the theme: “Celebrating Our Veracity in Diversity: Mash 2021 Redefined in Style”. This Theme posits that 2020 was a difficult year for many and has caused us all to make significant adjustments to our lives due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. It is against this backdrop that we use this opportunity to redefine Mash, 2021 in style. Style, because it provides our learners with a “stage” to be creative and innovative in their efforts to celebrate and showcase the authenticity in in diversities as a Guyanese people.

Children’s Mash Costume Parade featured a vibrant display of Guyana’s rich heritage

Thirty-eight groups of young Guyanese dressed in colourful costumes vibrantly made their way through the streets of the capital city, as they took part in the Children’s Mashramani Costume Parade, on Saturday.

Children’s Mashramani Competition 2023 launches in Region Two

The Education Ministry through its Allied Arts Unit, in collaboration with the Department of Education, Region Two launched its Children’s Mashramani Competition at the Anna Regina Secondary school auditorium.

Children’s Mashramani Competition returns to Georgetown

THE atmosphere at the National Cultural Centre was electrifying on Monday, as students from schools across the Georgetown Education District showed support for their peers who were a part of the Children’s Mashramani Competition 2023, after a hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Christ Church School fire: CSEC students will be prioritized

Hours after a fire destroyed the Christ Church Secondary School, Education Minister Priya Manickchand said options are being considered to prioritise finding alternative accommodation for the students preparing for the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate exams.

Christ Church Secondary Graduates urged to challenge status quo

(July 7, 2022) – Some 88 students of Christ Church Secondary School on Thursday afternoon were able to walk the stage after two years of being unable to host a graduation ceremony.

Christ Church Secondary students to be placed at CPCE

Following discussions between the Minister of Education Priya Manickchand and the parents of the now displaced students of the Christ Church Secondary School that was destroyed by fire last week, it was decided that the students will be placed at the Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE) at Turkeyen, Georgetown.

Classes to resume at Bishops’ High after false bomb, fire threats

Classes will resume at the Bishops’ High School in Georgetown on Thursday after a bomb threat forced the cancellation of classes on Wednesday.

Coding to be introduced at primary schools

— software development for secondary schools

GUYANA is expected to introduce coding, the process of writing computer programmes, to pupils at the primary school level in public schools across the country, President, Dr. Irfaan Ali said.

Comprehensive Awareness Campaign held at the Patentia Secondary School on drug use and gang violence

(May 19, 2022) - Today, the Department of Education – Region Three’s Welfare Department in collaboration with the Patentia Secondary School held a comprehensive Awareness Campaign that addressed the use and abuse of drugs and gang violence.

Conference of the Parties - COP 26 Child Art Competition Rules and Guidelines

The United Kingdom has collaborated with the Government of Guyana to conduct a Children’s Art Competition on Climate Change under the Theme: “The Environment and the impact of Climate Change”.

Consultations begin on transformation of local education system

THE Ministry of Education has commenced a series of consultations with stakeholders in the education sector to assess the development of the sector and conceptualise recommendations to enhance its transformation.

Consultations on transforming Guyana’s education sector continues

(June 1, 2022) - The Ministry of Education on Wednesday continued the series of consultations with stakeholders in the education sector to assess the development of the sector and conceptualize recommendations to enhance its transformation.

Contract signed for Reconstruction of North WestSecondary

Friday, January 6, 2023- The reconstruction of the North WestSecondary School, Mabaruma, Region One, will soon commence following the signing of the contract to rebuild.