2023 School placement for 2022 BECE graduates: All you need to know

The 2022 BECE results are finally out but there are important 2023 School placement facts that all 2022 BECE graduates and parents need to know ahead of the release of placements.

The School placement better known as the Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) is a system put in place to basically guide the Ministry of Education in the placing of students in secondary schools and TVETs based on the school choices made by candidates, the grades and raw scores obtained among other parameters.

When will the 2023 School Placements be released?

The 2023 School placement for 2022 BECE graduates will be out in February and that is certain.

Currently, the date for the release is not officially out. However, very often the school placements are released at least one week before school reopening for SHS1 students.

Since the results are out and the GES has indicated that JHS graduates will report to school on 20th February, we can project the release of the 2023 school placement not later than 13th February 2023

What is the Computerized School Selection and Placement System in Ghana?

The Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) in Ghana is an electronic system implemented by the Ghana Education Service (GES) to manage the placement of students in senior high schools (SHS) in Ghana. The system is used to place students who have completed the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) into SHS based on their performance on the exam and their preferences for schools.

The CSSPS process begins with students registering their personal information and preferences for schools on the CSSPS website. Once the BECE results are released, the CSSPS uses a computer algorithm to match students with available spots in schools based on their preferences and exam scores.

The system aims to make the school placement process more efficient and fair, and to reduce the stress and uncertainty that students and parents often face when trying to secure a spot in a preferred school. Additionally, the CSSPS is designed to ensure that schools are filled with the most qualified students, which can help improve the overall quality of education in Ghana.

It’s worth noting that the CSSPS is not without its challenges. The implementation of the system has faced some issues with students not getting placed in their preferred schools and some students not getting any placement at all. In response, the GES has been constantly working to improve the system, making it more efficient, and responsive to the needs of the students.

How to check your school placement from the Computerized School Selection and Placement System in Ghana

To check your school placement from the Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS) in Ghana, you will need to follow these steps:

1. Go to the CSSPS website.
2. Click on the “Check Placement” button.
3. Enter your index number or BECE exam number, as well as your year of birth.
4. Click on the “Submit” button.

Your school placement will be displayed on the screen, including the name of the school and the program of study.

It’s important to note that the placement is not final and the placement can change if a student gets placed in a school that he/she doesn’t want to go and opts for a school of his/her choice.

It’s also important to note that the placement process and website might change over time so it’s advisable to check the CSSPS official website or contact the Ghana Education Service for the latest information.

It’s also recommended that you print out the placement information or take a screenshot for future reference.

Traditionally school placement checker cards were used to check placement on the Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS).

Students can check their placement by visiting the CSSPS website and following the steps I provided in my previous answer. You will need your BECE exam number or index number and your date of birth to check your placement.

It’s worth noting that the process of checking placement and the system itself might change over time, so it’s advisable to check the CSSPS official website or contact the Ghana Education Service for the latest information on how to check your placement.

After checking your placement on the Computerized School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS), it is important for students to print out certain documents for their records and for the enrollment process.

The following documents should be printed:

• Placement letter: This document confirms the school and program of study that the student has been placed in.
• School fees schedule: This document provides information on the tuition and other fees that must be paid by the student to the school.
• Other documents like Acceptance Form, Admission Form, and Medical Form may be required by the school.

We hope this article on 2023 School placement for 2022 BECE graduates has provided you with general information about the upcoming school placement