Ministry of Education Releases First List of Private Schools Selected for Free SHS Pilot Program

 

List of Private Senior High Schools Selected for Inclusion in the Free SHS Pilot Programme.

As a major advancement towards broadening the reach of the Free Senior High School (FSHS) policy, the Ministry of Education has officially released the first list of private schools selected to participate in a pilot phase of the policy.

 This move reflects the Ministry’s broader agenda of making quality secondary education more accessible to every student, regardless of their socio-economic background, while also addressing growing infrastructural pressures within the public school system.

Detailed Highlights of the Initiative

1. Strong Collaborative Framework

The rollout of the pilot program has been shaped by close collaboration between the Ministry of Education and key stakeholders in the private education sector, particularly the Ghana National Council of Private Schools (GNACOPS). These consultations have been crucial in ensuring that both the public and private sectors work together towards the shared goal of delivering quality education for all.

2. Transparent Selection Process

The schools chosen for this initial phase were carefully selected based on strategic factors such as geographical location and existing challenges faced by nearby public schools, particularly issues of overcrowding. By selecting private schools located in high-demand areas, the Ministry aims to ease congestion in overstretched public SHS facilities while ensuring students in those areas have uninterrupted access to secondary education.

3. A Carefully Designed Pilot Program

This first phase serves as a trial run, allowing the Ministry to observe how the integration of private schools into the FSHS system will function in practice. The results of this pilot will inform future decisions, with the possibility of scaling up to include more private schools if the outcomes are positive.

Broader Implications of the Pilot Program

1. Expanded Access to Education

Incorporating private schools into the Free SHS policy is expected to open up more spaces for students who might otherwise face challenges securing placement in public schools. This is particularly beneficial for students from less privileged backgrounds who now have additional options for accessing tuition-free quality education.

2. Upgraded Infrastructure and Resources

The inclusion of private schools may attract additional government support in terms of infrastructure development, provision of teaching and learning materials, and training for teaching staff. These improvements can significantly enhance the quality of education offered by the participating private schools.

3. Strengthening Public-Private Partnerships

This initiative underscores the importance of collaboration between government agencies and private education providers. By working together, both sectors can share resources, expertise, and best practices that ultimately contribute to the success of the nation’s education system.

Key Next Steps in the Implementation

1. Preparation and Capacity Enhancement

The selected private schools will now begin preparations to meet the operational and academic standards required under the FSHS policy. This includes professional development for teachers, improvements to facilities, and alignment of curriculum and administrative procedures with government expectations.

2. Ongoing Monitoring and Evaluation

The Ministry of Education, alongside its agencies and stakeholders, will closely monitor the progress of the pilot program. Regular assessments will be conducted to measure the program’s impact, address emerging challenges, and gather insights that will shape future phases of the initiative.

List of Private Schools Selected for the Free SHS Pilot Programme

Greater Accra

•Ideal College, Legon (Ayawaso West, Code: 0010162)

•Action Senior High/Technical School (Medina, Code: 001059)

•City Business Senior High (Okai Kwei South Municipal, Code: 0010125)

•Delcam SHS (Adentan, Code: 0010163)

•St. Andrews SHS (Ledzokuku Municipal)

Eastern Region

•Modern Senior High School, Kpong (Lower Manya Krobo, Code: 0021507)

•King David Community College, Kpong (Lower Manya Krobo, Code: 0021506)

•Somanya Secondary Technical School (Somanya, Code: 0021403)

Western Region

Golden Gate SHS (Shama, Code: 0040144)

Central Region

•St. Luke SHS (Mfantsiman Municipal, Code: 0031036)

•St. Richards SHS (Assin Central Municipal, Code: 0031209)

•Mount Hebron College (Upper Denkyira East, Code: 0031030)

•Osamu College (Ekumfi, Code: 0031079)

•Samhet Oxford Senior High School (Upper Denkyira East, Code: 0031044)

•SAMMO SHS (New Site, Mfantsiman)

Western North Region

•Oboo Memorial (Bibiani Anhwiaso Bekwai)

Northern Region

•Bright Future Schools International (Sagnarigu)

Upper East Region

•Regentropfen Senior High School (Bongo)

Upper West Region

•Ideal College, Wa (Wa)

Ashanti Region

•Cosmos Senior High School (EJURA)

•Blue Crest College, Kumasi (Asokore Mampong and Bosomtwi)

Oti Region

•Walla's Academy Senior High School (Nkwanta South, Code: WH-0417-758)

Bono East Region

•MIST Senior High School, Yeji (Pru East, Code: 0061405)

Bono Region

•Ken Hammer Senior High Technical (Asunafo North, Code: 0061305)





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