Ministry of Education, HR Planning, Vocational Training & Nat'l Excellence

SEN Support – Every Child Deserves to Learn

Every child deserves the opportunity to learn, participate, and succeed.

Through the OECS PEARL Special Education Needs (SEN) initiative, schools across the region are strengthening support systems to better serve children with disabilities and learning differences, ensuring they receive the understanding, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive.

Inclusion begins with awareness, compassion, and collaboration. Together, we can ensure that no child is left behind and that every learner is given a fair chance to reach their full potential.

OECS launches ‘PEARL Legacy’ campaign to sustain education transformation across the region - Dominica News Online   With the official project phase of the OECS Programme for Educational Advancement and Relevant Learning (OECS PEARL) set to conclude on June 30, 2026, the OECS Commission indicated that it is turning its attention to ensuring that the programme’s...

Once again, the Adult Education Division is offering a variety of summer courses islandwide, designed to promote lifelong learning, skills development, and personal growth.

Whether you are looking to enhance your professional skills, explore a new interest, or continue your educational journey, there is something for everyone.

We encourage interested individuals to take advantage of these opportunities and register for the courses that best suit their needs.

For more information on course offerings, registration, and locations, please see the details in the flyers from the Adult Education Division.

🎓 Congratulations to all 28 teachers who graduated today from the ACT in Mathematics Cohort 2 programme at the closeout ceremony held at the St. Alphonsus Parish Hall.

The ceremony highlighted the dedication and commitment of these educators to strengthening their mathematics instruction and enhancing student learning outcomes. Participants also shared inspiring impact stories, reflecting on how the training has increased their confidence, expanded their teaching strategies, and positively influenced classroom engagement and student achievement.

The Ministry of Education commends these teachers for their hard work and commitment to professional development and wishes them continued success as they apply their new knowledge and skills in the classroom.

Reading Tip for Parents & Guardians

Reading together every day is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to support your child’s learning journey. Just 10 minutes of shared reading can strengthen vocabulary, build confidence, improve fluency, and create meaningful bonding moments.

Whether it’s a favourite bedtime story or a book filled with Caribbean adventures, making reading enjoyable helps children develop a lifelong love for learning.

Introducing “The Academic Check-Up”

Between 18 and 29 May, students across the region participated in national diagnostic tests integrating the OECS Early Reading Assessment (OERA) and Early Mathematics Assessment (OEMA) frameworks.

An accompanying OECS PEARL regional survey has revealed important insights, including concerns and anxiety expressed by some students, parents, and teachers around diagnostic testing. These findings highlight the need for continued awareness and a positive shift in how we understand and approach assessment.

In response, we are pleased to introduce **“The Academic Check-Up”**—an initiative aimed at reframing diagnostic assessments as a normal and supportive part of the learning journey, just like a routine health check-up.

This approach encourages a healthier, more positive understanding of assessment, helping students, parents, and educators see it as a tool for growth, early support, and improved learning outcomes.

Join us in embracing this transition toward a more supportive and informed approach to education assessment across the OECS.

🔴 ONGOING NOW | 2026 Grade 6 National Assessment Results

The announcement of the 2026 Grade 6 National Assessment results is currently underway. We celebrate the hard work, dedication, and achievements of our students as they reach this important milestone in their educational journey.

Congratulations to all students, and thank you to the parents, guardians, teachers, and school communities who have supported them along the way.

Stay tuned as we continue to share highlights from today's proceedings.