GES confirms SHS semester two calendar, online learning

The Ghana Education Service (GES) affirmed the Senior High School (SHS) academic calendar. This confirmation applies to the 2025/2026 academic year. The schedule affects both Single Track and Transitional Schools.
Online Learning is Compulsory
A key feature is the online learning provision. It is mandatory for students in Transitional Schools. The off-campus period is not a break. It is structured time for teaching and learning. This ensures smooth progression for all students.
Transitional School Calendar Details
The modified calendar caters to students in Transition Schools. The schedule below details the key dates for Semester Two.
1. Form 3 Calendar
| Period Type | Start Date | End Date |
| Report to School | 5 January 2026 | 31 March 2026 |
| Easter Break | 1 April 2026 | 8 April 2026 |
| Report to School | 9 April 2026 | 21 June 2026 |
2. Form 2 Calendar
| Period Type | Start Date | End Date |
| Report to School | 5 January 2026 | 15 March 2026 |
| Online/Off-campus | 16 March 2026 | 17 April 2026 |
| Vacation | 18 April 2026 | 17 May 2026 |
| Report to School | 18 May 2026 | 4 September 2026 |
3. Form 1 Calendar
| Period Type | Start Date | End Date |
| Online/Off-campus | 5 January 2026 | 30 January 2026 |
| Vacation | 31 January 2026 | 15 March 2026 |
| Report to School | 16 March 2026 | 17 May 2026 |
| Online/Off-campus | 18 May 2026 | 12 June 2026 |
| Vacation | 13 June 2026 | 2 July 2026 |
| Report to School | 3 July 2026 | 4 September 2026 |
Single Track Calendar Confirmed
The schedule for Single Track Schools is also confirmed.
1. Single Track Schools: Forms 1 and 2
| Period Type | Start Date | End Date |
| Report to School | 5 January 2026 | 27 February 2026 |
| Break | 27 February 2026 | 3 May 2026 |
| Report to School | 4 May 2026 | 21 August 2026 |
2. Single Track Schools: Form 3
| Period Type | Start Date | End Date |
| Report to School | 5 January 2026 | 27 February 2026 |
| Break | 28 February 2026 | 13 March 2026 |
| Report to School | 14 March 2026 | 21 June 2026 |
Support for Digital Learning
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The GES supports the online learning process. Learning resources are available on platforms like MoE TV. Schools must utilize established LMS platforms. This bridges the learning gap effectively.
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