The GES SHS 1 reopening date for the 2026/2027 academic year is 18th September 2026 for Single Track schools. Form One students are expected to report to school and begin the first semester under the official Ghana Education Service (GES) academic calendar.
📌 Overview of 2026/2027 SHS Academic Calendar
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has released the official academic calendar for Senior High Schools (SHS) and Senior High Technical Schools (SHTS) covering both Single Track and Transitional schools.
The calendar applies to:
- SHS 1 (Form One)
- SHS 2 (Form Two)
- SHS 3 (Final Year students)
Download GES Academic Calendar For SHS 2026/2027
📅 SHS 1 Reopening Dates (Single Track Schools)
🏫 First Semester (Form One)
- 📌 Reopening Date: 18th September, 2026
- 📚 First Semester Ends: 29th January, 2027
- 🏖️ Vacation: 30th January – 29th March, 2027
📚 Second Semester (Form One)
- 🏫 Reopening: 30th March, 2027
- 📖 End of Academic Year: 30th July, 2027
🧠 Transitional Schools (SHS 1 Alternative Schedule)
For transitional schools, SHS 1 follows a blended system:
- 📌 In-School Learning: 18th Sept – 13th Nov 2026
- 💻 Online Learning: 16th Nov – 18th Dec 2026
- 🏖️ Break: 19th Dec 2026 – 7th Feb 2027
- 🏫 Return to School: 8th Feb – 16th Apr 2027
- 💻 Online Learning: 19th Apr – 14th May 2027
- 📚 Second Semester: 21st June – 27th Aug 2027
📊 Key Facts (2026 Update)
- 📌 SHS 1 reopening starts 18th September 2026
- 📌 Applies to all Single Track SHS
- 📌 Academic year ends July 2027
- 📌 Includes both classroom and vacation periods
- 📌 Transitional schools follow blended learning model
- 📌 Calendar covers SHS, SHTS, Form 1–3
🎯 What SHS 1 Students Should Expect
- 🏫 Orientation and registration in September
- 📚 First semester academic work begins immediately
- 🧾 Continuous assessments and term exams
- 🏖️ Structured vacation periods
❗ Important Notice (GES Guidelines)
- All students must report on the official reopening date
- Late reporting may affect registration
- Parents are advised to prepare early
- Schools strictly follow GES-approved calendar
🔍 People Also Ask (FAQ)
1. When will SHS 1 reopen in 2026?
SHS 1 reopens on 18th September 2026 for Single Track schools.
2. Is the SHS 1 reopening date the same for all schools?
No, Transitional schools follow a blended schedule.
3. When does SHS 1 first semester end?
It ends on 29th January 2027 for Single Track schools.
4. When does the 2026/2027 SHS academic year end?
It ends around July 2027 depending on the school type.
📌 Final Summary
The GES SHS 1 reopening date for 2026/2027 is officially set for 18th September 2026. Students will begin the academic year under the GES-approved calendar, which includes structured semesters, breaks, and vacation periods for smooth academic delivery.
List Of SHS And TVET in Ghana
- Category A SHS in Ghana
- Category B SHS in Ghana
- Category C SHS in Ghana
- List of SHS in Ashanti Region
- List of SHS in Eastern Region
- List of SHS in Greater Accra
- Private SHS in Ghana
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