The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially released the 2025/2026 academic calendar for basic schools, outlining key dates for the upcoming academic year. The calendar, approved by the Management of GES, provides a structured schedule for kindergarten, primary, and junior high schools across the country.
Key Dates for the 2025/2026 Academic Year
The academic year is divided into three terms, each with specific start and end dates, as well as scheduled breaks. Here is an overview of the key dates:
- First Term (15 weeks)
- Reopening: September 2, 2025
- Closing: December 18, 2025
- Vacation: December 19, 2025 – January 7, 2026
- Mid-Term Break: October 31 – November 3, 2025 (2 days)
- Second Term (12 weeks)
- Reopening: January 8, 2026
- Closing: April 1, 2026
- Vacation: April 2 – April 20, 2026
- Third Term (13 weeks)
- Reopening: April 21, 2026
- Closing: July 23, 2026
- Vacation: July 24, 2026
Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) Schedule
The Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) has been scheduled to take place from May 4 to May 11, 2026. This examination is a critical milestone for junior high school students, marking the end of their basic education cycle.
Additional Reminders and Appreciation
The GES wishes to remind all stakeholders that public holidays within the academic year are to be observed accordingly. Additionally, a two-day mid-term break will be observed in each term for all basic schools. All heads of schools, teachers, parents, and guardians are urged to take note of these dates and ensure adequate preparation for a smooth and effective academic year.
The Management of GES also wishes to express its appreciation to all school heads, teachers, parents, students, and stakeholders for their dedication and hard work in ensuring a successful 2024/2025 academic year, which ends on Thursday, July 24, 2025.
Conclusion
The release of the 2025/2026 academic calendar for basic schools in Ghana provides a clear roadmap for the upcoming academic year. With key dates outlined for each term, including the BECE schedule, all stakeholders can plan and prepare accordingly. The GES’s appreciation for the hard work and dedication of educators, parents, and students is a testament to the collective effort required to achieve academic success. As the new academic year approaches, all stakeholders are encouraged to work together to ensure a productive and successful year.
Checkout the full calendar for 2025/2026 academic year
