Ministry of Education, Guyana
Eliminating Illeracy, Modernising Education & Strengthening Tolerance
Guyana has recorded a slight improvement in mathematics performance at the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations, with the national pass rate rising from 32 per cent in 2025 to 34.5 per cent in 2026.
Guyana has recorded an increase in the number of students sitting the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations, with preliminary results also showing a rise in the number of candidates securing multiple Grade Ones.
The number of students sitting the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) has increased by 2.5 per cent this year, as the education sector continues to record growth in participation and student performance.
A total of 2,813 Guyanese students are expected to gain Caribbean Vocational Qualifications (CVQs) in 2026, strengthening the pool of young people entering the workforce with practical, industry-relevant skills.