The Ghana Education Service (GES) has issued a directive about WASSCE registration to parents of students attending public Senior High Schools about, instructing them not to make any payment towards the GH¢465 registration fee for the 2024 WASSCE.
It has been emphasized by the GES that this cost is covered by the Free Senior High School policy. Dr. Eric Nkansah, the Director General of the GES, conveyed this message to the public during a press conference held in Accra on Tuesday, April 2, 2024.
During the press conference held in Accra on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, Dr. Eric Nkansah, the Director General of the Ghana Education Service (GES), made an important announcement regarding the registration fee for the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). The GES has issued a directive to parents of students attending public Senior High Schools, instructing them not to make any payment towards the GH¢465 registration fee for the upcoming examination.
This directive comes as a reminder to parents that the cost of the registration fee is already covered by the Free Senior High School policy, which was implemented by the government to ensure that every Ghanaian child has access to quality education without financial barriers. The policy, which was introduced in 2017, has been instrumental in increasing enrollment rates and improving educational outcomes across the country.
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Dr. Nkansah emphasized that the government is committed to providing free education for all students in public Senior High Schools, and as such, parents should not bear the burden of paying for the WASSCE registration fee. He urged parents to adhere to this directive and not make any payments towards the fee, as it is the responsibility of the government to cover this cost.
The Director General also highlighted the importance of the WASSCE, as it serves as a crucial examination for students seeking admission into tertiary institutions both within Ghana and abroad. By covering the registration fee, the government aims to ensure that all students have equal opportunities to pursue higher education and achieve their academic goals.
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Dr. Nkansah further assured parents that the government is working tirelessly to improve the quality of education in the country and provide the necessary resources and support for students to excel academically. He encouraged parents to continue supporting their children’s education and to take advantage of the Free Senior High School policy, which has already benefited thousands of students across Ghana.
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In conclusion, the directive issued by the GES to parents of students attending public Senior High Schools not to make any payment towards the GH¢465 registration fee for the 2024 WASSCE underscores the government’s commitment to providing free education and ensuring equal opportunities for all students. This announcement serves as a reminder to parents that the cost of the registration fee is covered by the Free Senior High School policy, and they should not bear the financial burden of this expense.
Under the Free SHS programme, all students in our government secondary schools are exempt from paying the amount of 465 because it is already covered by the programme.
Dr. Nkansah also stressed that no student should have to cut their holiday short in order to complete the registration for the WASSCE. The registration portal will be open from Monday, March 11, 2024, until Friday, April 19, 2024. The 2024 BECE for School and Private Candidates will take place from Monday, July 8 to Friday, July 12, 2024.