The Deputy Premier & Minister of Education Hon. Akierra Missick stated;
“Today over 300 primary school students will write the Grade Six Achievement Test (GSAT). Anxious children from across the islands Private and Public Primary Schools will face two days of testing in Mathematics, English and Science to be eligible for a place in our nation’s High Schools.
“Over the past two years the duration of the examinations moved from three days to now two days. Additionally some of the examinations have moved to be shorter. These changes were in response to comments and concerns raised by teachers, parents and students themselves.
“This is a big day for our Primary School students as months and even years of hard work, late nights, extra classes and much hard work from parents is now here. I am so proud of the efforts of all the children, parents, teachers and principals. This is a very important time for our students and I encourages them to be calm and remain composed.
“I would also like to thank the Department of Education for their organization of the examinations and my prayers and best wishes are extended to all the students writing examinations today and tomorrow.”