No School On March 7, GES Declares

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has declared today, Friday, March 7^th, 2025, a holiday for all schoolchildren across the country.

This decision aims to give students a well-deserved break after their intense preparations for Ghana’s 68th Independence Day celebrations.

In an official statement issued on March 6^th, 2025, the GES confirmed that schools would resume normal activities on Monday, March 10, 2025. The service urged parents and guardians to take note of the schedule adjustment and make necessary arrangements for their children.

The GES acknowledged that the short break might cause some inconvenience but emphasized that it is necessary to ensure students get adequate rest after the demanding period leading up to the national celebrations.

Ghana marked its 68th Independence Anniversary on Thursday, March 6, 2025, commemorating its liberation from British colonial rule in 1957.

This year’s theme, “Reflect, Review, Reset,” encourages citizens to assess the country’s progress, examine its present situation, and strategize for a better future.

Unlike previous years, the celebrations are expected to be modest due to economic challenges. Despite the scaled-down nature of the events, the government remains committed to ensuring that the significance of the day is not lost.

The GES’s decision to grant a holiday aligns with efforts to support students’ well-being following their participation in various Independence Day activities.

Below is the full statement from the Ghana Education Service:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CLOSURE OF SCHOOLS ON FRIDAY, 7TH MARCH 2025

The Ghana Education Service (GES) announces that Friday, March 7, 2025, has been declared a holiday for all schoolchildren in Ghana. This decision is to provide students with a well-deserved break after their rigorous preparations for the Independence Anniversary activities.

Schools will resume fully on Monday, March 10, 2025. Parents and guardians are kindly requested to take note of this announcement.

We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

SIGNED
Cassandra TwumAmpofo
Head, Public Relations Unit