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GNAPS Releases 2024/25 Academic Calendar: Key Dates and Activities Announced

By Ghana National Association of Private Schools (GNAPS)
6th Jan, 2025

The Ghana National Association of Private Schools (GNAPS) has officially released its academic calendar for the 2024/25 school year, outlining the schedules for all three terms. Below is a summary of key dates and activities for the academic year:

First Term:

  • Resumption: Tuesday, 10th September 2024
  • Mid-Term Break: Thursday, 31st October, and Friday, 1st November 2024 (2 days)
  • Celebrations:
    • Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day: 21st September 2024 (Public Holiday observed on Monday, 23rd September 2024)
    • World Teachers' Day: 5th October 2024 (1-day observance in school)
    • World Children’s Day: 20th November 2024 (1-day observance in school)
  • Vacation Day: Thursday, 19th December 2024
  • Holidays: Friday, 20th December 2024 – Tuesday, 7th January 2025 (13 days)
  • Weeks in School: 15 weeks

Second Term:

  • Resumption: Wednesday, 8th January 2025
  • Mid-Term Break: Thursday, 20th, and Friday, 21st February 2025 (2 days)
  • Celebrations:
    • GNAPS Week: Monday, 17th February – Friday, 21st February 2025 (5 days)
    • Independence Day: Thursday, 6th March 2025 (Public Holiday)
    • Good Friday: 18th April 2025 (Public Holiday)
    • Easter Monday: 21st April 2025 (Public Holiday)
    • Eid-ul-Fitr: Monday, 31st March 2025 (Public Holiday)
  • Vacation Day: Thursday, 17th April 2025
  • Holidays: Friday, 18th April – Monday, 5th May 2025 (12 days)
  • Weeks in School: 15 weeks

Third Term:

  • Resumption: Tuesday, 6th May 2025
  • Mid-Term Break: Thursday, 12th, and Friday, 13th June 2025 (2 days)
  • Celebrations:
    • Worker’s Day: Thursday, 1st May 2025 (Public Holiday)
    • African Union Day: Sunday, 25th May 2025 (1-day observance in school)
    • Eid-ul-Adha: Saturday, 7th June 2025 (Public Holiday)
  • Vacation Day: Thursday, 24th July 2025
  • Holidays: Friday, 25th July – Monday, 8th September 2025 (32 days)
  • Weeks in School: 12 weeks

The calendar provides clarity on key school activities, public holidays, and breaks, ensuring smooth academic planning for stakeholders.