The Ministry of Education has recently unveiled the schedules for government primary schools for the upcoming year, 2024. The National Curriculum and Textbook Board (NCTB), in collaboration with the Directorate of Primary Education (DPE), has made the timetable public, addressing the diverse needs of schools with different shifts.

 

According to the released schedules, primary schools operating with a single shift will commence classes at 9:00 in the morning and conclude at 3:30 in the afternoon. On the other hand, schools employing two shifts will commence classes at the same time, starting from 9:00 in the morning and concluding at 4:30 in the afternoon.

 

The NCTB emphasizes that school officials have the flexibility to modify the structure of subjects if necessary by adjusting the time slots in the class schedules. This provision allows for customization and adaptation to cater to the specific requirements of students and ensure effective teaching and learning.

 

A notable change in the upcoming schedules is the absence of tests for students in the initial three grades. Instead, regular evaluations will occur twice a year, at the end of June and in December. These evaluations will provide a comprehensive assessment of students' academic progress, and progress reports will be generated accordingly.

 

To ensure that lessons are delivered systematically and timely, educational institutions will have access to yearly lesson plans. These plans will aid in organizing and completing lessons appropriately throughout the academic year. However, teachers have the flexibility to separate lessons based on the specific needs of their students. In such cases, it is mandated that the teaching of textbook content is efficiently completed within the total working days of the academic year, as per the guidelines set by the NCTB.

 

The release of the primary school schedules for 2024 aims to provide clarity and guidance to educators, students, and parents alike. The Ministry of Education, through the collaborative efforts of the NCTB and DPE, continues to prioritize an effective and student-centric education system that meets the evolving needs of young learners.

 

As the new year approaches, these schedules will enable primary schools to plan and execute their academic activities seamlessly, fostering a conducive learning environment for the students and promoting their educational growth and

development.