Dr. Clement Apaak, Deputy Minister for Education, has announced plans to extend the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy to selected private schools starting next academic year.
This move aims to promote equity and access to quality secondary education for all Ghanaian students.
The inclusion of private schools is expected to reduce pressure on public SHS facilities and provide more options for parents and students.
Dr. Apaak emphasized the importance of parents’ involvement in the school selection process, urging them to consult teachers and make informed decisions to shape their child’s educational journey.
“The school selection process is not a formality—it is a crucial decision-making stage that shapes the educational journey of your child,” Dr. Apaak said.
*PRESS CONFERENCE*
*Deputy Minister for Education Reveals Plans to Extend Free SHS Policy to Private Schools*
Ladies and gentlemen of the press,
I am honored to address you today to share some exciting developments in our education sector. The government is preparing to extend the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy to include selected private schools, starting from the next academic year. This move is part of our broader efforts to ensure equity and access to quality secondary education for all Ghanaian students, regardless of the type of school they attend.
The inclusion of private institutions will not only provide more options for parents and students within the free education framework but also help reduce pressure on overburdened public SHS facilities.
As we embark on this initiative, I would like to emphasize the importance of parents and guardians taking an active role in the school selection process. The school selection process is not a formality; it is a crucial decision-making stage that shapes the educational journey of your child. I urge parents to consult their children’s teachers, understand the selection guidelines, and ensure realistic and informed choices are made.
We believe that this initiative will bring us closer to achieving our goal of providing quality education for all. We look forward to working with all stakeholders to make this a success.
Thank you.
