The Department of Education, Innovation and Gender Relations is considering the return of Grade Six and Form Five students during this academic year 2019/2020, based on the advice of the Ministry of Health.
This is in preparation for the Common Entrance and CSEC Examinations. The Department is keenly aware of the significance of all health, well-being and safety protocols as part of this consideration.
The Department have been engaging with several stakeholders and will continue to do so, mindful of the respective concerns of students, teachers, administrators, parents and support staff. The Department will communicate the final decision through its official communication channels.
Regarding the Common Entrance Examination, the Ministry of Education has stated: “This examination will be administered after the Ministry of Health and Wellness deems it safe to do so. Sufficient time will be allowed after that pronouncement to afford students and teachers time to prepare academically and psychologically for the examination.The format of the 2020 exam will comprise solely the multiple choice components.”
