2025/2026 SHS Academic Calendar for Second Cycle Institutions in Ghana

Education in Ghana is going through significant adjustments, and the newly released 2025/2026 academic calendar for second-cycle institutions reflects this. Both Transitional Schools and Single Track Schools have detailed timelines for reopening, vacations, and examinations. If you are a student, parent, or educator, knowing this schedule will help you plan effectively.

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Key Highlights

Form 3 students resume earlier and prepare for WASSCE.
Form 2 and Form 1 students follow similar timelines, with clear breaks between terms.
Vacations and resumptions are structured to balance classroom learning with adequate rest.

Transitional Academic Calendar (2025/2026)

The transitional system follows a two-phase term schedule. Below is the breakdown:

FORM	IN SCHOOL	WEEKS	BREAK/OUT OF SCHOOL
3	11th Oct, 2025 – 27th Feb, 2026	18	20th Dec, 2025 – 4th Jan, 2026
	13th March, 2026 – 21st June, 2026	14	28th Feb, 2026 12th March, 2026 WASSCE: 20th April – 20th June, 2026
2	11th Oct, 2025 – 18th Dec, 2025	10	19th Dec, 2025 – 5th Jan, 2026
	6th Jan, 2026 – 10th April, 2026	14	11th April – 28th April, 2026
	29th April, 2026 – 21st Aug, 2026	16	End of Academic Year
1	18th Oct, 2025 – 18th Dec, 2025	9	19th Dec, 2025 – 5th Jan, 2026
	6th Jan, 2026 – 10th April, 2026	14	11th April – 28th April, 2026
	29th April, 2026 – 21st Aug, 2026	16	End of Academic Year

Single Track Academic Calendar (2025/2026)

The single track ensures all students attend school at the same time, unlike the double track system used in the past.

FORM	IN SCHOOL	WEEKS	BREAK/OUT OF SCHOOL
3	11th Oct, 2025 – 27th Feb, 2026	18	20th Dec, 2025 – 4th Jan, 2026
	13th March, 2026 – 21st June, 2026	14	28th Feb, 2026 12th March, 2026 WASSCE: 20th April – 20th June, 2026
2	18th Oct, 2025 – 27th Feb, 2026	17	20th Dec, 2025 – 4th Jan, 2026
	4th May, 2026 – 21st Aug, 2026	16	28th Feb – 3rd May, 2026 End of Academic Year
1	18th Oct, 2025 – 27th Feb, 2026	17	20th Dec, 2025 – 4th Jan, 2026
	4th May, 2026 – 21st Aug, 2026	16	28th Feb – 3rd May, 2026 End of Academic Year

What This Means for Students and Parents

WASSCE Preparation:
Form 3 students have a tight schedule, with WASSCE fixed between 20th April – 20th June, 2026. This gives them only a short break before examinations begin.
Balanced Rest Periods:
The calendar ensures that every group of students enjoys breaks during Christmas and Easter before resuming their academic work.
End of Academic Year:
Both transitional and single track calendars officially end in August 2026, giving schools enough room to prepare for the next intake.

Conclusion

The 2025/2026 SHS academic calendar provides a structured timetable for both transitional and single track schools in Ghana. With clear schedules for resumption, vacations, and examinations, students can now plan their studies better, and parents can also support their children with confidence.

Education is not just about attending classes—it’s about being prepared, consistent, and disciplined. With this calendar, everyone has a roadmap to follow.