The 2026/2027 academic year promises another important academic period for learners, teachers, and parents across Ghana’s basic schools.
According to the academic calendar shown, the school year will be divided into three academic terms, covering a total of 41 weeks of schooling. The calendar applies to Kindergarten, Primary, and Junior High Schools.
First Term
- The first term will last for 15 weeks.
- Reopening: Tuesday, 8th September 2026
- Mid-Term Break: Thursday, 5th and Friday, 6th November 2026
- Closing: Thursday, 17th December 2026
- Vacation: 18th December 2026 to 4th January 2027
Second Term
- The second term will cover 12 weeks.
- Reopening: Tuesday, 5th January 2027
- Closing: Thursday, 25th March 2027
- Vacation: 26th March 2027 to 19th April 2027
Third Term
- The third and final term will last for 14 weeks.
- Reopening: Tuesday, 20th April 2027
- Closing: Thursday, 22nd July 2027
- Vacation: From 23rd July 2027 to the end of the academic year
BECE 2027 Dates
The Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) 2027 is scheduled to take place from:
- Wednesday, 5th May to Tuesday, 12th May 2027.
- The examination will be an important milestone for Junior High School students preparing to complete their basic education and progress to the next level of their academic journey.
Other Important Notes
The calendar indicates that:
- The academic year will consist of 41 weeks of school.
- A two-day mid-term break will be observed during each term.
- Public holidays falling within the academic year are to be observed accordingly.
- The calendar applies to Kindergarten, Primary, and Junior High Schools.
- Parents, teachers, and students are encouraged to take note of these dates and plan ahead for the 2026/2027 academic year
- Every day is a learning opportunity, and every child remains a priority.
Note: The dates above are based on the calendar shown in the uploaded image. For official confirmation, readers should rely on formal announcements from the Ghana Education Service.
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