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January 2025 Private WASSCE

January 2025 Private WASSCE Timetable and Recommended Books for English and Literature

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January 2025 Private WASSCE Timetable and Recommended Books

The West African Examination Council (WAEC) has released the January 2025 Private WASSCE Timetable and Recommended Books for English and Literature.

The released materials are to serve as a guide for students who intend to write the first-ever series for private candidates in Ghana.

 

January 2025 Private WASSCE Timetable and Recommended Books

While the registration ends on January 8th, 2025, the examination starts on January 25th, 2025.

  1. Download the exam timetable released by WAEC here (2025 WASSCE-PC 1 TIMETABLE)— Download
  2. SET OF LITERATURE BOOKS >> Download
  3. LIST OF MUSIC SET PIECES >>>Download
  4. PRESCRIBED TEXTS FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE – Download
  5. PRESCRIBED TEXTS FOR GHANAIAN LANGUAGE >>Download
  6. 2025 WASSCE-PC 1 REGISTRATION MANUAL>> Download

 

LIST OF PRESCRIBED TEXTS FOR THE WEST AFRICAN SENIOR SCHOOL CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION (WASSCE) ENGLISH LANGUAGE (CORE) (SCHOOL AND PRIVATE, 2022-2026).

1. PROSE
One (1) of the following texts shall be studied:
(i) Robert Louis Stevenson: Treasure Island
(ii) MamleWolo: The Kaya Girl

2. DRAMA
One (1) of the following texts shall be studied:
(i) Henrik Ibsen: An Enemy of the People
(ii) Bill Marshall: The Son of Umbele

3. POETRY
One (1) of the following sets of poems should be selected for detailed study:
(a) NON-AFRICAN POETRY
(i) Wilfred Owen: Anthem for Doomed Youth
(ii) Walt Whitman: I sit and Look Out
(iii) John Donne: Batter my Heart Three-Person’d God
(iv) D.H. Lawrence: Piano
(v) Claude Mckay: If We Must Die

(b) AFRICAN POETRY
(i) Oswald Mtshali: Nightfall in Soweto
(ii) Kofi Awoonor: The Weaverbird
(iii) J.P. Clark Night Rain
(iv) David Rubadiri: An African Thunderstorm
(v) Gabriel Okara Once Upon a Time

READ: January 2025 Private WASSCE vs. NOVDEC: Why the January Exam is a Game-Changer for Ghanaian Students

RECOMMENDED ANTHOLOGIES CONTAINING THE ABOVE SET POEMS

1. K.E. Senanu and T. Vincent (eds): A selection of African Poetry (Longman) 1996
2. Woelli Dekutse and John Sackey: An Anthology of contemporary Ghanaian Poems
3. Wole Soyinka (ed): Poems of Black Africa (HEBM) 1975
4. Ruth Miller & Robert A. Greenberg (eds): Poetry: An Introduction (Macmillan) 1985
5. Arthur W. Biddle & Tony Fulwiler Angles of Vision (McGraw Hill, NY, 1992
6. Any other anthology containing any of the set poems.

See where to register for the January 2025 Private WASSCE

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Do you know where to register for the January 2025 Private WASSCE, administered by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC)? This post will answer your question and help you register easily. The January 2025 Private WASSCE registration centres listed here are the best and safest palces to register for the exam. 

The closing date for registration is Wednesday, 8th January 2025, at 11:59 PM.

 

Cost of registration at the WAEC head office registration centres for the January 2025 Private WASSCE

Our reliable source from the WAEC head office registration centres shows that theregistration fee is GHS100.00. After your details, finger print and all the pricesses are completed, you have to take the printed slip to the WAEC approved bank to make the examination fee registration.

 

Where to Register for the January 2025 Private WASSCE

Reliable information available to the Ghana Education News portal indicates that WAEC-approved internet cafes no longer exist.

The best places to register for the examination are the national and regional offices of WAEC. Small businesses have set up WAEC registration centers near all WAEC offices.

Students and parents who want to register their wards should visit the WAEC office areas to complete the registration.

Note that most remedial schools are not registering students for the examination, especially since this is the first time WAEC is organizing the examination in January.

When going to register, ensure you bring along:

  • Your results
  • Any national ID
  • Avoid wearing a red dress so that your passport picture can be taken without any challenges.
  • Your exam fee and additional money for the registration service.

For students in Accra, the WAEC office near the Ridge Hospital is the place to register safely. Upon arrival, you will find registration centers offering the service. Be aware that there are currently long queues at the WAEC office registration centers, so it is advisable to get there soon to complete your registration.

 

READ: WASSCE Private 2025 (First Series) Registration Fees

The places to visit to register for the 2025 January Private WASSCE

You do not need to call the office, walk in there and get yourself registered at the registration centres stationed there.

 

Head Office
  • Head Office –
    Examination Loop (Behind Ridge Hospital
  • +233 302 208201-9
  • P. O. Box 917, Accra
Kumasi Branch
  • Near Kumasi Technical Institute (KTI)
  • AK-021-2413
  • P.O. Box 3515, Kumasi, Ashanti Region
Koforidua Branch
  • Koforidua Branch –
    Old Estate Road, former Produce Buying Company Premises
  • P.O. Box KF6, Koforidua, Eastern Region
Cape Coast
  • Cape Coast Branch –
    Mempeasem, off Jukwa Road
  • 03320-32878/37086/37085
  • P.O. Box 828, Cape Coast, Central Region
Sekondi Branch
  • Sekondi Branch –
    Near Regional Co-ordinating Council, Sekondi
  • 03120-46334/46041
  • P.O. Box 84, Takoradi, Western Region
Sunyani Branch
  • Sunyani Branch –
    Behind Ghana Legion and District Assembly Offices
  • 03520-24462/27016
  • BS-0022-7968
  • P.O. Box 190, Sunyani Brong Ahafo Region
Ho Branch
  • Ho Branch –
    Opposite State Construction Corporation
  • 03620-26164/28254
  • P.O.Box 455, Ho, Volta Region
Tamale Branch
  • Tamale Branch –
    Near GNAT Hostel
  • 03720-22854/23092
  • NS-046-2394
  • P.O. Box 155, ER, Tamale, Northern Region
Bolgatanga Branch
  • Bolgatanga Branch –
    SOE Residential Area (near Catering Rest House)
  • 03820-24267/23232
  • P. O. Box 327, Bolgatanga, Upper East Region
Wa Branch
  • Wa Branch –
    Kumbiehe Road
  • 03920-22278/20588
  • P.O. Box 300, Wa Upper West Region
Take advantage of the January 2025 Private WASSCE registration centres listed above and register for the exam.

 

January 2025 Private WASSCE vs. NOVDEC: Why the January Exam is a Game-Changer for Ghanaian Students

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January 2025 Private WASSCE 2024 NOVDEC Government Questions

WAEC has simplified life for students in Ghana by introducing the January 2025 Private WASSCE, also known as the first series. Before this innovation, WAEC only organized one private WASSCE in Ghana—commonly referred to as NOVDEC—held annually in November-December.

The January 2025 Private WASSCE, the first of its kind in Ghana, has left many students wondering why it is considered the better option. This examination offers several advantages that can significantly impact your educational journey.

Benefits of the January 2025 Private WASSCE

  1. Faster University Admission:
    Students who write and pass the January 2025 Private WASSCE can apply for university admissions in October 2025. This enables them to join the 2025–2026 academic year without delay.
  2. Cost-Effective Preparation:
    Unlike NOVDEC, where remedial school is often necessary, students can use their existing textbooks and notes to prepare for the January exam, saving money on extra tuition.
  3. Flexible Retake Options:
    If a student fails the January exam, they can re-register for the NOVDEC exam in the same year. This gives an additional opportunity to improve grades within the same academic year.

Drawbacks of NOVDEC

  • Delayed University Admission:
    NOVDEC results are typically released after universities close admissions for the academic year. This means students must wait until the following year (2026) to apply, resulting in a two-year gap after failing the 2024 WASSCE.
  • Higher Costs for Preparation:
    Many students require remedial classes for six months or more to prepare adequately for NOVDEC, adding extra financial burden.
  • Limited Flexibility:
    Students who fail the NOVDEC exam cannot switch to the January series, as NOVDEC results are released after the January registration closes.

READ: Top 3 Remedial Schools For Passing WASSCE/ NOVDEC in Ghana

Key Takeaways

For students who want to minimise delays and maximise opportunities, the January 2025 Private WASSCE is the ideal option. It provides faster access to university admissions, reduces the financial strain of remedial classes, and offers flexibility for retakes within the same year.

The choice is clear: Writing the January 2025 Private WASSCE is a strategic move for students looking to secure a bright future without unnecessary delays.

READ: Pass WASSCE (School and Private) in 1 of these 3 top remedial schools

A table summarising the advantages and disadvantages of the January 2025 Private WASSCE and the NOVDEC examination

Exam TypeAdvantagesDisadvantages
January 2025 Private WASSCE– Results are released early, allowing students to apply for university admissions the same year (October 2025).
– Eliminates the need for remedial school fees as students can revise using their previous notes.
– Offers a second chance to take NOVDEC in the same year if needed.		– Limited preparation time, especially for students who just completed their previous WASSCE.
NOVDEC (Second Series)– Provides more preparation time, allowing students to thoroughly revise or attend remedial schools.– Results are released after university admissions close for the 2025–2026 academic year, delaying entry into tertiary education by an additional year.
– No opportunity to register for the January series if NOVDEC results are unsatisfactory.

If you want to write the examination, take advantage of it now.

January 2025 Private WASSCE Remedial Schools to consider

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January 2025 Private WASSCE Remedial Schools Frankus College is Ghana's new face for SHS and Remedial School Academic Excellence: Enrol Now!

Are you looking for the best private WASSCE remedial schools to consider for the January and NOVDEC 2025 Private WASSCE examinations? In this post, we share with readers some of the schools to consider for the upcoming examination and related preparation.

WAEC has announced the registration deadline for the 2025 January WASSCE for private candidates. According to WAEC, the registration ends on the 8th of January 2025, while the examination starts on the 25th of January and ends on the 15th of February.

Students are encouraged to consider the 2025 Private WASSCE Remedial schools listed here for their January and November examinations.

 

READ: Pass WASSCE (School and Private) in 1 of these 3 top remedial schools.

List of the best remedial schools in Accra and their contacts:

For students in the Ashanti region, Frankus Remedia School is the best place to register and take the private WASSCE. Contact them at +233 243983398.

Students in and around Nsawam should consider registering for the WASSCE NOVDEC examination and tuition at IPAS Remedial School. iPASS International College & Research Consult is a remedial school located in Nsawam, Ghana. For more information, you can contact them at 0206796697.

READ: Enrol in Frankus Remedial School: Ghana’s Best Remedial School 

Remedial SchoolContact
Ideal College0302514773
Preset Pacesetters0246467089
Supreme International College0246397453
Action Remedial Institute0548610059
Southland College0303933716
Debest Remedial School0244613009
His Majesty Academy0244277107
Stream Street College0244039363
First Royal Institute0207042249
Sunny Hills Academy0555622005

 

READ: Top 3 Remedial Schools For Passing WASSCE/ NOVDEC in Ghana

School NameLocationContact Information
Ideal CollegeEast Legon, Accra
Supreme International CollegeKweiman/Ayi-Mensah, AccraPhone: 0246397453

Dasein Practical SchoolAwoshie, AccraPhone: +233 244 982 428 / +233 244 585 902

Dasein Practical School
Premodal Remedial SchoolMadina, AccraPhone: 0246467089 / 0548180857

Premodal Remedials
Start Well Remedial SchoolAccra, GhanaPhone: 0554894891

Ascent KollegeAdabraka, Accra
Koyoyo Remedial College
His Majesty AcademyMadina, Accra
Wisconsin International University CollegeNorth Legon, AccraPhone: 024 497 2678 / 020 819 2285 / 050 168 2119 / 054 485 3383
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