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1 Simple Trick to Improve Your School

Discover one simple but powerful way Headteachers can improve their schools by supporting teachers to teach better, based on insights from Ghana’s PTPDM policy.

Teacher Promotion Exams in Ghana: Download Past Questions & Answers (Free PDF)

Preparing for Ghana teacher promotion exams? Download free past questions with answers, try sample exam questions, and boost your chances with GH Educate’s trusted resources.

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BREAKING NEWS: GES Releases Outstanding Perishable Funds to SHS and SHTS

GES has released all outstanding perishable funds owed to SHSs and SHTSs for July–October 2025, with schools instructed to confirm receipt through their Regional Accountants. The update brings relief to heads of institutions managing feeding operations.

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GES Releases Outstanding Feeding Grants for Special Schools

GES has released outstanding feeding grants to special schools for the 3rd Term 2024/2025 and 1st Term 2025/2026 academic years. Regional Directors are to notify school heads and ensure all receipts are submitted.

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Watch : Ghana Education Service Redesigns Official Website

Discover the newly redesigned Ghana Education Service website, featuring a modern design and easy access to essential educational information.

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WAEC Releases 2025 WASSCE and Its Full Performance Breakdown From 2022 to 2025

“Mathematics recorded one of the sharpest declines in recent years, dropping from 66.86% in 2024 to 48.73% in 2025.”

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National JHS Science and Maths Quiz Debuts in 2025, Scheduled for 1st – 6th December

Ghana is set to launch its first-ever National Junior High School Science and Maths Quiz in December 2025, marking a major expansion of STEM education at the basic school level. The competition—scheduled for 1st to 6th December 2025—will bring together regional champions from across the country for a national showdown designed to nurture young scientific talent.

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Wesley Grammar School Bus Catches Fire at Kasoa Tollbooth

“It was a terrifying moment, but the swift and calm response of the driver and teachers saved every life on board,” authorities said after a Wesley Grammar School bus burst into flames at the Kasoa Tollbooth.

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Confirmed: GES Continuous Professional Development and Complimentary Data Allowances to Be Paid on December 18

The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has informed Ghana Education Service (GES) staff that the Continuous Professional Development (CPDA) and Complimentary Data (CIDSA) allowances, delayed in November due to technical hitches, will now be paid on December 18.

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How Monthly Allowances Can Alleviate Teacher Pressures and Improve Educational Performance

Improving educational performance in Ghana goes beyond curriculum and infrastructure—it hinges on teacher motivation. Timely and consistent payment of allowances such as accommodation, digital support, and Continuous Professional Development Allowances (CPDA) is critical.

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Teachers are Worried: When Will CPDA and CIDSA be Paid?

Information circulating suggests that the Ghana Education Service (GES) and the Controller and Accountant‑General’s Department (CAGD) have supposedly inform all…

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GES Suspends Implementation of New PTA Guidelines; Schools Ordered to Halt Levy Collection Immediately

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has directed all Senior High and Technical Schools to immediately suspend the implementation of the new PTA Guidelines and halt the collection of PTA levies across the country

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Teamwork and Talent Shine at Bodomase Circuit Inter-Schools Games in Aninangya

“Sports teach discipline, teamwork, and resilience—the same values we need in life and learning,” – Mr. George Konadu, Bodomase SISO.

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Happy Birthday, Dr. William Kwame Amankra Appiah!

Today, 2nd November, marks the birthday of Dr. William Kwame Amankra Appiah – a distinguished educationist and the Ashanti Regional Director of Education. We celebrate him for his visionary leadership, integrity, and lasting contributions to Ghana’s education system particularly the Ashanti Region.

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When Was the Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) Introduced in Ghana?

In which Year Was the Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) Introduced in Ghana?

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GES Approves New Guidelines for PTA

“Stronger partnerships between parents, teachers, and schools are key to ensuring that every child benefits from a fair and accountable education system.”

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Ghana Education Service to Investigate Alleged Examination Malpractice in 2025 BECE

“Cheating undermines the integrity of our education system, destroys meritocracy, and produces graduates who lack the competencies required for national development.”

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WAEC Shuts Down Kumasi Exam Centre After Examination Malpractice Scandal

“If we continue to allow and encourage these things in our schools, it means we are destroying the nation.” — David Oppong, Kumasi Metro Education Director

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99 Double-Track SHSs to Reset Back to Single Track in 2025/2026 Academic Year Beginning October

“The return of 99 schools to the single-track system is not just about timetables — it is about restoring dignity to teaching and giving students the time and space they deserve to learn.”

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Ghana Education Service Extends Deadline for 2025 Teacher Promotion Applications

“No eligible teacher will be left behind — the promotion process will be fair and stress-free,” GES assured.

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Teacher Kwadwo Set to Be Reinstated After Dismissal from GES in 2021

“Teacher Kwadwo’s reinstatement marks not just a personal victory, but a powerful reminder that teachers’ voices matter in shaping Ghana’s education system.”

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The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament Orders GES to Refund GHC 29,458

“Every pesewa of the public purse must be accounted for,” the Public Accounts Committee cautioned, as it directed the Ghana Education Service to recover wrongful salary payments within 30 days.

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GES Opens Teacher Promotion Application Portal – Apply Now!

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially opened the Teacher Promotion Application Portal for qualified teachers and officers due for promotion.

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GES Opens Applications for Teacher Promotions

“GES says teachers promoted in or before 2020 are now eligible to apply for higher ranks, with automatic placement for approved degree holders.”

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GES Urges Support for 2025 Integrated Business Establishment Survey

“The 2025 Integrated Business Establishment Survey will give Ghana the most up-to-date picture of its economic health, covering everything from GDP to employment trends,” – Ghana Education Service.

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Ghana Education Service Orders Nkwanta SHS Headmaster, Mr Solomon Sarpong Bagmae to Step Aside

“The GES has ordered Nkwanta SHS Headmaster Solomon Sarpong Bagmae to step aside over an unauthorised media appeal for student feeding support during WASSCE, pending an impartial investigation.”

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Types of Leave Available for Teachers in Ghana

What types of leave are available to teachers under GES? How should a teacher apply for casual or maternity leave correctly? Who is responsible for approving and documenting teacher leave? What are the Ghana Education Service types of leave for teachers?

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GES Ashanti Opens Applications for 2025 Study Leave with Pay

“This isn’t just a chance to study, it’s a chance to grow, return, and uplift the system that nurtured you,” the Regional Director emphasized, calling on teachers to seize the opportunity responsibly.

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GES Orders Immediate Refund of Monies Collected for 2025 WASSCE Practicals

“No student should be left behind due to financial hardship, the government has fully funded the 2025 WASSCE practicals to ease the burden on parents. Any unauthorized fees must be refunded immediately to ensure fairness and access for all,” — Prof. Smile Dzisi, Ag. Deputy Director-General, GES.