News & Events

The Ministry of Education extends its heartiest congratulations to Naresh Jagnanan, the Guyanese who was named valedictorian of the University of the West Indies in St Augustine.

Five fully funded master’s scholarships in Special Educational Needs are available for eligible trained graduate teachers!

Hon. Sonia Parag, Minister of Education, today received a courtesy call from Her Excellency Maria Cristina Perez Gutierrez, Non-Resident Ambassador of Spain to Guyana.

The Ministry of Education, through the National Centre for Educational Resource Development - NCERD, successfully trained all Grade 5 teachers across the three sub-regions of Region One from October 12–16, 2026.

Teachers and parents are backing the measures to protect children from vaping as the government is clamping down on the activity nationwide by placing restrictions on the import of vaping products. Principal of the Bihsop’s High School, Shandrina Welcome-Lee, has welcomed President Dr Mohammed Irfaan Ali’s announcement as a positive move in the right direction, noting the years of challenges the school administrators have faced with the use of these products by students.

Ninety-six teachers have earned Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ) certification through the Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE), supporting efforts to expand practical, career-focused education across Guyana.

Minister of Education Sonia Parag is calling for stronger supervision in schools, greater parental involvement and decisive action against bullying and violence. In a video message posted on the Ministry of Education’s Facebook page on Sunday, the education minister stressed the importance of protecting children from harmful behaviours and ensuring schools remain safe environments where every child can learn and develop.

Tonight, Hon. Hon. Sonia Parag, Minister of Education, joined devotees at the Enmore Shiv Mandir in observance of Vijay Dashami, which marks the culmination of Sharad Navratri and symbolises the triumph of good over evil.

Ninety-six teachers have earned Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ) certification through the Cyril Potter College of Education (CPCE), supporting efforts to expand practical, career-focused education across Guyana.

A proud moment for technical and vocational education in Guyana! Here are some more photos:

The Ministry of Education is deeply saddened and disturbed by the tragic passing of six-year-old Orlando Jaikarran.

As we continue to observe Agriculture Month 2026, some of our students from Nismes Secondaey School participated in a simple but impactful tree planting exercise. 🌳