CBE Launch: No Ghanaian child must be left behind – Dr. Apaak

No Ghanaian child must be left behind in Ghana’s education system, regardless of background, Deputy Education Minister Clement Abas Apaak has said.

He made the remarks on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, during the launch of the revised Complementary Basic Education (CBE) curriculum, stressing the government’s commitment to inclusive and equitable education.

Apaak underscored the significance of the reform, stating that the initiative is “an important milestone in our collective effort to ensure that no Ghanaian child is left behind.”

He explained that the revised curriculum is designed to support children who have been excluded from formal education, particularly those between the ages of 8 and 16, by equipping them with essential literacy, numeracy and life skills.

According to him, the Complementary Basic Education programme “provides a second chance for children who, for various reasons, missed out on early education,” ensuring they are not permanently left out of the system.

He added that such children are given “opportunity, dignity, and hope,” while being prepared for reintegration into mainstream education.

The Deputy Minister emphasised that the government’s education agenda prioritises both access and quality, noting that “education is not only a right but the foundation for national development, social mobility, and inclusive growth.”

He pointed out that the revised curriculum aligns with Ghana’s Standards-Based Curriculum and incorporates improved teaching approaches to enhance learning outcomes.

Apaak further highlighted the importance of collaboration in achieving these goals, describing the curriculum as “the outcome of shared commitment, technical excellence, and a common vision for the Ghanaian child.”

He also stressed that the focus must now shift from policy to action. “This curriculum must not remain on paper. It must be implemented effectively, monitored rigorously, and continuously improved,” he said.

Reiterating the broader national goal, Apaak noted that the strength of Ghana’s education system will be measured by how well it serves its most vulnerable learners.

He urged stakeholders, including development partners and implementing agencies, to remain committed to delivering meaningful results, ensuring that every child reached through the programme is not only enrolled but truly learning.