GES Releases Approved 2025/2026 Academic Calendar for Basic Schools; BECE Scheduled for May 2026

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GES Releases Approved 2025/2026 Academic Calendar for Basic Schools; BECE Scheduled for May 2026

The Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) hereby informs all heads of basic schools, teachers, learners, and stakeholders of the approved 2025/2026 academic calendar for Kindergarten, Primary, and Junior High Schools

Academic Calendar Details Below 

 

First Term (15 Weeks)

• Reopening: 2nd September, 2025

• Closing: 18th December, 2025

• Vacation: 19th December, 2025 – 7th January, 2026

• Mid-Term Break: 31st October – 3rd November, 2025

Second Term (12 Weeks)

• Reopening: 8th January, 2026

• Closing: 1st April, 2026

• Vacation: 2nd April, 2026 – 20th April, 2026

Third Term (13 Weeks)

• Reopening: 21st April, 2026

• Closing: 23rd July, 2026

• Vacation: Begins 24th July, 2026

Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE)

The Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) is scheduled to take place from 4th May to 11th May, 2026.

 

GES reminds all stakeholders that public holidays within the academic year will be observed accordingly. Additionally, a two-day mid-term break will be observed in each term across all basic schools.

All heads of schools, teachers, parents, and guardians are encouraged to take note of these dates and make adequate preparations to ensure a smooth and successful academic year.

Management further expresses its appreciation to school heads, teachers, parents, students, and all stakeholders for their dedication and hard work in ensuring a successful 2024/2025 academic year, which officially ends on Thursday, 24th July, 2025.

Issued and signed by:

Daniel Fenyi

Head of Public Relations Officer

Ghana Education Service (GES)

Read the statement below;