We Are Collaborating with Private Schools to Ensure Students Are Taught Local Languages – Education Minister
Education Minister Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum has announced that his ministry is collaborating with private schools to promote the teaching and integration of local languages into the curriculum.
He noted that while there have been challenges with teaching local languages in metropolitan areas, public schools have not encountered similar issues.
Dr. Adutwum underscored the critical role of primary education, which is largely managed by the private sector. He called for increased community involvement in basic education and highlighted the government’s initiatives to establish STEM schools nationwide, which currently accommodate over 1,200 students.
Dr. Adutwum also highlighted the distinctiveness of Ghana’s secondary school system, which spans three years compared to the six or more years typical in other countries. He stressed the government’s commitment to delivering quality education, noting the provision of essential textbooks and teacher training as pivotal initiatives.
The Minister further announced plans to collaborate with Social Commentator John B.K. Amoah to translate the national anthem into 11 local languages and to introduce an eight-week course on growth mindset aimed at boosting students’ self-confidence in Senior High Schools.
Additionally, Dr. Adutwum revealed that the upcoming Free SHS Bill will replace the BECE with a common entrance exam. He praised the Ghana Education Service (GES) for its efforts in training teachers in STEM education and for partnering with private schools to advance local language instruction.
