Georgetown, Guyana – Minister of Education Sonia Parag is encouraging Grade Six and Grade 11 students to make full use of the free learning resources available through the Guyana Digital School as they prepare for their December mock examinations.
In a video message shared on the Ministry of Education’s Facebook page on Tuesday, the minister highlighted the importance of online classroom content and live lessons in strengthening students’ understanding and improving their examination readiness.
Grade Six and Grade 11 Mock Examination Dates Announced
Grade Six pupils will sit their National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) mock examinations on December 2 and 3, covering four subjects: Social Studies, Science, Mathematics and English.
Meanwhile, Grade 11 students will write Mathematics on December 1 and English on December 2. Both subjects will follow the Module One and Module Two format introduced by the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC).
The upcoming examinations are intended to help students assess their academic progress and identify areas that require additional attention before their final examinations.
Digital School Offers Free Learning Support
Minister Parag urged students to take advantage of the Guyana Digital School platform, which provides free access to educational content and live lessons.
She encouraged pupils to remain attentive during lessons, ask teachers for assistance when they encounter difficulties and regularly revise topics they have not fully mastered.
The minister explained that students should use the mock examinations as an opportunity to identify weaknesses and improve their performance in subsequent assessments.
She noted that the first mock examination would help students prepare more effectively for the second round of mocks and eventually the final NGSA examinations scheduled for April 2027.
Parents Encouraged to Support Students
Minister Parag also appealed to parents and guardians to create a positive and supportive environment at home as children prepare for their examinations.
She cautioned against placing unnecessary pressure on students, emphasising that encouragement and practical assistance are more effective in helping children succeed.
“Pressure is not the way to go. Support is the way to go,” the minister said.
Students Urged to Strengthen Examination Preparation
For Grade 11 students, the minister stressed the importance of paying particular attention to challenging subject areas and using the remaining preparation time to strengthen their understanding.
She encouraged all students to remain focused, make consistent use of available educational resources and approach their examinations with confidence.
The Ministry of Education continues to promote digital learning as an important tool for expanding access to educational support and helping students improve their academic performance.