Education Teams Inspect Schools Today Ahead of Next Week’s Reopening
As the countdown continues to the start of the 2025–26 academic year, Ministry of Education officials are out in the field today visiting government schools across Antigua.
Three inspection teams have been deployed. Director of Education Clare Browne and Permanent Secretary Ena Dalso Henry are each leading morning tours, while Minister of Education Daryll Matthew will head a separate team this afternoon.
The visits are aimed at reviewing summer renovation projects and ensuring schools are ready to welcome students back on Monday. Browne noted that significant upgrades were completed, including a new classroom block at Clare Hall Secondary, a Home Economics building at Antigua Grammar School, and modern restroom facilities at Ottos Comprehensive.
“While reports suggest everything is in order, the ministry felt it was important to verify first-hand that the work meets expectations before students return,” Browne explained.
Beyond physical upgrades, the ministry is pushing final preparations this week. Heads of department will meet Wednesday to discuss new guidelines for the academic year, while professional development sessions are scheduled for teachers in Zone Three on Friday.
Teachers officially returned to school yesterday, beginning classroom set-up and holding staff meetings to prepare for students’ arrival next week.
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