ACCRA: This initiative marks a significant policy shift—bringing 60 private Senior High Schools under the Free SHS funding model. It reflects Ghana’s commitment to broadening access, reducing public school strain, and delivering quality education regardless of sector.
Here’s a detailed overview of the 60 private Senior High Schools recently included in Ghana’s Free SHS policy for the 2025/26 academic year—a historic milestone in national education:
What’s New
- For the first time since the program began in 2017, students attending private SHSs can benefit from Free SHS funding.
- The government sees this as a move to ease overcrowding in public schools and ensure equitable access to quality education
Graphic Online. - The Ministry of Education, via GES and GNACOPS, urges parents to verify school eligibility on their official platforms.
Full List of Beneficiary Schools
According to GhanaRegions.com, below is the complete list of 60 private SHSs named by the Ministry (as sourced from various Ghanaian news outlets). I recommend cross-checking with the Ministry of Education or GES for any future updates or corrections:
- Abundant Life SHS
- Academy of Excellence SHS
- African Bible College SHS
- Alpha Beta Christian College SHS
- Ark of Allah Mission SHS
- Ashaiman Success SHS
- Beacon House College SHS
- Bestness College SHS
- Bright Way College SHS
- Christ Anglican College SHS
- Dominion International College
- Divine Mercy Girls’ College
- Elim Preparatory & College
- Faith Baptist College
- Galaxy International School
- Gloryland Institute of Excellence
- Golden Sunbeam College
- Grace Christian College
- Greenfield Academy SHS
- Hillcrest International College
- Holy Child College
- Hope Academy SHS
- Integrity International College
- International Community School
- Jubilee Christian College
- Kingdom Heritage School
- Lion of Judah College
- Manna Mission SHS
- Mary Mother of Good Counsel
- Metropolitan Academy SHS
- Miracle Preparatory & College
- New Life GH College
- Oasis International College
- Omega College SHS
- Paragon College
- Pentecost International School
- Pillar of Excellence College
- Precious Vision College
- Prolink College SHS
- Royal International College
- Sanctuary International College
- Shalom Community School
- Shepherd International College
- Smart International College
- Solid Rock Baptist College
- Star International College
- Stella Maris School
- Success International College
- Summit International College
- Sunshine College SHS
- The Apostolic International School
- The Grace International College
- The Lighthouse College
- Trinity College SHS
- United Vision College
- Victory International College
- Wisdom International College
- Word Alive College
- Zion College SHS
- Zion Temple College
Note: Names reflect the most commonly reported titles across multiple sources; slight variations might exist depending on region or registration format.
Regional Spread
The approved schools span all regions of Ghana, ensuring wide geographical access. (CitiNewsroom and Graphic Online provided regional breakdowns alongside the list).
What You Should Do
- Parents/Guardians: Confirm your child’s school is on the official list via the Ministry of Education, GES, or GNACOPS websites/applications.
- School Heads: Prepare to comply with Free SHS reporting and accountability standards. GNACOPS views this as an opportunity to advocate for stronger educational practices across the private sector.
- Students: If you attend one of the listed schools, you may now be eligible for fully funded SHS education starting the 2025/2026 academic year.
