Pilot Project Launched to Boost Student Performance at Five Islands and Greenbay Primary Schools | VIDEO STORY

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A bold new education initiative aimed at boosting student performance in national assessment exams has officially begun at two primary schools—Five Islands Primary and Greenbay Primary.

Pilot Project Launched to Boost Student Performance at Five Islands and Greenbay Primary Schools | VIDEO STORY
Senator Michael Joseph

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Comments (12)

  • Apex Jones December 11, 2025, 10:01 PM

    I hope this will be implemented in other schools soon
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    • Praying for Antigua December 12, 2025, 8:42 AM

      This is campaigning. It is not coming from the ministry. It is not a pilot project
      Reply
  • Informed citizen December 12, 2025, 12:09 AM

    Love seeing schools getting extra support. Imagine the impact if every student had access to programs like this!
    Reply
  • Are December 12, 2025, 12:33 AM

    Five Islands and Greenbay are perfect pilot schools what works there can become a blueprint for the entire nation.
    Reply
  • Tromos December 12, 2025, 1:44 AM

    We hope the programme is evaluated transparently to ensure it delivers the improvements we need in literacy and numeracy
    Reply
  • Hannah December 12, 2025, 6:35 AM

    Any initiative that focuses on student development, parental involvement, and structured academic support deserves national backing.
    Reply
  • Lena December 12, 2025, 9:10 AM

    It’s encouraging to see educators, parents, and policymakers working together for the benefit of students.
    Reply
    • Unruly One December 13, 2025, 2:04 PM

      Kudos to the teams at Five Islands and Greenbay Primary. Pilot programmes like this can truly transform outcomes for our children.
      Reply
  • Ramoa December 13, 2025, 10:23 AM

    Thus is a good venture. We love it.
    Reply
  • Concerned Antiguan December 13, 2025, 11:08 AM

    The initiative is promising, but consistency will be key. Proper monitoring, data tracking, and sustained support must follow.
    Reply
  • Unruly One December 13, 2025, 2:04 PM

    Kudos to the teams at Five Islands and Greenbay Primary. Pilot programmes like this can truly transform outcomes for our children.
    Reply
  • Yola December 13, 2025, 5:00 PM

    Good stuff..incoming MP..
    Reply

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