Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, expressed commendation for the remarkable results of the 2023 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

During an appearance on Newsfile on Saturday, he announced that the 2023 performance sets a new record, marking the best results since the implementation of the Free Senior High School policy and the highest since 2015.

Dr. Adutwum attributed this achievement to the commitment and dedication of teachers who invested their time and energy in providing additional support and guidance, ultimately contributing to the outstanding performance of the students.

"We have teachers who have sacrificed their lives so much that, they stay after school, they are there before school and they support these students to work hard so that we can see the outcomes that we are seeing.”

Emphasizing the notable improvement in each subject of the WASSCE, the Minister affirmed that these results are indicative of the high quality of education being imparted in schools.

Examining specific subject results, Dr Adutwum pointed out notable progress, stating, "If we look at what has happened, in integrated science, 28.7% passed in 2015. When we say pass, we mean the pass that can take you to university, A1 to C6. Now it’s 66.82%, and this cannot be by accident. It has been increasing over the years."

Acknowledging the collaborative efforts of the government, headmasters, and teachers, the Minister emphasized their dedication to improving the quality of education. He underscored their commitment to providing the necessary resources and support to achieve positive outcomes in student performance.

In addition to lauding the Free SHS program, the Minister emphasized the significance of targeted interventions to assist students facing challenges in specific subjects. He stressed that intervention classes are specifically designed to enhance students' proficiency in the subjects where they may be struggling.

“This is something that Wesley Girls have been doing for a long time. They assess students who come to them and after assessing, they prescribe interventions for them," he added.