NCPTA appeals to gov’t to upgrade Category B, C schools amid SHS placement concerns

The National Council of Parent-Teacher Associations (NCPTA) has urged the government to prioritize upgrading Category B and C senior high schools (SHSs) in Ghana. Kwame Nti Yeboah, the Ahafo Regional Secretary of the NCPTA, emphasized that enhancing facilities and academic resources at these schools could make them more appealing to parents and students.

Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, he highlighted the increasing pressure surrounding Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) results and senior high school placement, urging authorities to resolve disparities among schools. Nti Yeboah advised parents to focus on developing strong foundations in Mathematics and English to improve their children’s chances of admission to their preferred schools.

While he acknowledged that encouraging better academic performance is essential, he stressed that the government should invest significantly in upgrading Category B and C schools to match the quality of Category A schools. He pointed out that Category A schools are attractive due to their improved facilities, such as science and ICT labs, and well-trained teachers.

Nti Yeboah believes that by equipping Category B and C schools with similar resources, perceptions would change, and more parents and students would consider these schools for their children’s education. He also noted that the continuous controversies over BECE results and SHS placement indicate the urgent need for a more sustainable solution.

He pointed out that addressing infrastructure and resource disparities across schools would not only broaden students’ options but could also alleviate the intense competition for the limited number of highly sought-after Category A schools.