The Ministry of Education, in collaboration with its agencies—the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) and Ghana Education Service (GES) has indicated that it is ready to introduce a modified secondary school curriculum for Senior High School (SHS), Senior High Technical School (SHTS), and STEM programs nationwide when schools reopen this month.

Over the last two years, NaCCA, the body responsible for curriculum development in Ghana, has been working closely with GES to carefully plan and prepare for the launch of the new curriculum.

This process has included extensive consultations with various stakeholders to identify the curriculum’s key focus areas, as well as collaborative input from over 300 experts from across the nation, all contributing toward creating a comprehensive curriculum aimed at advancing education in Ghana.An essential part of the planning has been directed toward ensuring that teachers are thoroughly prepared.

Weekly Professional Learning Community (PLC) sessions are being held to equip educators with the necessary skills and knowledge for effective curriculum implementation.Additionally, teacher guides aligned with the new curriculum across all subject areas have been developed through collaboration between the Ministry of Education and several subject associations, ensuring that educators are well-prepared to guide students effectively.

The new curriculum focuses on three core objectives: preparing students with vital 21st-century skills, creating a solid academic foundation for continued education, and equipping students with the qualities needed for the workforce.Its ultimate goal is to equip students to lead responsible adult lives, pursue further education, and successfully enter the job market.

One notable feature of the curriculum is its emphasis on shared Ghanaian values, aiming to foster a deep sense of national pride and responsibility by connecting students with their cultural heritage.The curriculum offers adaptable learning tracks, enabling students to select subjects that align with their personal interests and career aspirations.

In addition, intervention programs for Mathematics and English have been introduced to assist students requiring extra support in these fundamental areas.A shift in assessment methods is another significant feature, focusing more on the overall development of students. This new approach moves beyond traditional exams, evaluating critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

With its extensive planning and broad objectives, Ghana’s new curriculum is poised to bring transformative changes that will better prepare students for modern demands while grounding them in values essential to national progress.Commenting on the new curriculum, Prof. Yayra Dzakadzie, the Director-General of NaCCA, shared,