Double-track was about demand, not lack of space in all schools – Adutwum
Former Education Minister, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, has clarified that the introduction of the double-track system in Senior High Schools (SHSs) was primarily intended to address high demand for places in popular schools, rather than a shortage of physical infrastructure.
Former Education Minister Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum clarified on JoyNews’ The Pulse that the double-track system in Senior High Schools (SHSs) was primarily aimed at addressing high demand for places in popular schools, not a shortage of physical infrastructure. He explained that the policy was based on research suggesting that simply constructing new schools would not make them as attractive to parents as already established Category A schools.
Dr Adutwum noted that not all schools were placed on the double-track system due to inadequate demand, with about 40% of the schools remaining single-track. The double-track system was implemented at schools facing high demand, resulting in more students gaining admission to top-performing institutions like PRESEC. This led to improved academic outcomes and test scores, providing students with better opportunities.
Dr Adutwum emphasized the transformative impact of these opportunities on students and their communities.
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