The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially announced the approved academic calendar for the 2025/2026 academic year for all basic schools, including Kindergarten, Primary, and Junior High Schools. This important update outlines the school terms, vacation periods, and examination dates to guide school heads, teachers, students, and stakeholders throughout the academic year.
Term Dates for KG to JHS 2
The academic year is divided into three terms, each with specific reopening and closing dates.
First Term (15 Weeks)
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Reopening Date: 2nd September 2025
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Closing Date: 18th December 2025
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Vacation Period: 19th December 2025 – 7th January 2026
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Mid-Term Break: 31st October – 3rd November 2025 (2 days)
Second Term (12 Weeks)
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Reopening Date: 8th January 2026
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Closing Date: 1st April 2026
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Vacation Period: 2nd April – 20th April 2026
Third Term (13 Weeks)
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Reopening Date: 21st April 2026
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Closing Date: 23rd July 2026
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Vacation Begins: 24th July 2026 (End of Academic Year)
Term Dates for JHS 3
Junior High School 3 students will follow the same term structure but with a critical additional schedule for their final examination.
First Term
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Start Date: 2nd September 2025
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End Date: 18th December 2025
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Vacation: 19th December 2025 – 7th January 2026
Second Term
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Start Date: 8th January 2026
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End Date: 1st April 2026
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Vacation: 2nd April – 20th April 2026
Third Term
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Start Date: 21st April 2026
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BECE Schedule
The Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) has been slated for 4th May to 11th May 2026. All stakeholders are encouraged to take note of this timeline and prepare adequately to ensure a successful examination period.
Important Notes
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All public holidays that fall within the academic calendar should be observed accordingly.
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Each term includes a two-day mid-term break for all basic schools. For the first term, this break falls between 31st October and 3rd November 2025.
The GES extends its appreciation to all teachers, students, school heads, and stakeholders for their dedication and contribution toward a successful 2024/2025 academic year.
Issued by:
Daniel Fenyi
Head of Public Relations, GES
12th July 2025
