The Ministry of Education has launched the Community of Excellence Programme (CEP) in collaboration with stakeholders to enhance the quality of education in Ghana.
This initiative, led by the Minister of Education, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, aims to establish a strong network of highly literate communities across the country, ensuring that every child receives an education and is equipped to contribute to the nation’s socio-economic development.
During the launch, held in Mamfe in the Akuapem South District, Dr. Adutwum urged opinion leaders, chiefs, political figures, teachers, and other participants to actively engage in the education of their children. Additionally, he emphasized the role of chiefs in supporting teachers and education providers to improve learning outcomes within the CEP framework.
The Minister also highlighted the government’s commitment to implementing effective education policies that can drive the country’s development through education. The CEP seeks to ensure that 90 percent of basic four pupils, aged 10, attain foundational competencies in literacy, numeracy, and socio-emotional development.
Dr. Adutwum expressed the goal of the project, stating that the objective is to ensure that 90% of Ghanaian children by primary four will be able to read, addressing the issue that about 87% of children in developing countries cannot read. The CEP is set to bring in literacy coaches and provide support to teachers as part of the effort to achieve this goal.
The government’s commitment to improving education in Ghana is evident in the launch of the CEP, and with the active involvement of stakeholders and community leaders, the program is poised to make a significant impact on the country’s education system.
