Education
December 15, 2023
Eden Lodge and Sandy Lane Charitable Trusts Launch Annual Christmas Give Back Program to Bring Joy to Children
Eden Lodge and Sandy Lane Charitable Trusts collaborate to bring joy and support to children through their annual Christmas Give Back programme, providing gifts and creating lasting memories during the festive season.
December 14, 2023
Minister of State Praises National Peace Programme's Flip Yah Script Aftercare Programme as Empowering Pathway for Young People
Minister of State Corey Lane praises the National Peace Programme's Flip Yah Script Aftercare Programme for empowering young people. He emphasizes the continuation of the program and outlines future initiatives.
December 14, 2023
Ministry of Education Announces Closure of St John Primary School; Students to be Allocated to Mount Tabor Primary School
"The Ministry of Education announces the intention to close St John Primary School indefinitely, citing collective costs without desired results. Students will be allocated to Mount Tabor Primary School."
December 13, 2023
Students of Operation Triple Threat Deliver Outstanding Performances in A Very Special Christmas Production
OTT's students showcased outstanding performances in A Very Special Christmas at Frank Collymore Hall. Unique and vibrant musical elements, innovative direction, and captivating design kept the audience engaged.
December 13, 2023
Head of BFPA Calls for Public Dialogue on Age of Healthcare Access in Barbados
BFPA's Anderson Langdon calls for public dialogue on age of healthcare access in Barbados, proposing alignment of consent age and improved STI education and safe spaces for young people. Ambrose Carter supports dialogue but advocates for abstinence-based approach.
December 13, 2023
Students at Luther Thorne Memorial Primary School to Continue Online Classes for Rest of Term
Students at Luther Thorne Memorial Primary School will continue online classes until the end of the term despite completed remedial work and parental concerns about environmental problems.
December 12, 2023
Barbados Union of Teachers Advises Ann Hill School Teachers on Returning to Classroom Amid Safety Concerns
The Barbados Union of Teachers advises Ann Hill School teachers not to return to classrooms due to potential safety concerns, pending results of an environmental test and unresolved school repairs.
December 12, 2023
Important Update for Luther Thorne Memorial School: Completion of Work and Online Classes Extended
Parents and guardians of Luther Thorne Memorial School are informed that most of the school's renovations are finished, but classes will remain online until December 14, 2023. Teachers will coordinate book and material collection. We apologize for any inconvenience.
December 12, 2023
Ministry of Education Urges Teacher Unions to Collaborate for Education System Reforms
"Senior Ministry of Education official urges teacher unions to collaborate, emphasizing the importance of unity in achieving quality education. Calls for non-adversarial negotiations and fostering positive relationships."
December 12, 2023
Barbados Royals Girls' Cricket Club Created to Promote Girls' Cricket Development on the Island
Barbadian girls aged 6 to 14 now have the opportunity to play cricket through the Barbados Royals Girls' Cricket Club, created by cricket charity Bat For A Chance.
December 11, 2023
UN Resident Coordinator Didier Trebucq Praises Barbados' Progress towards Sustainable Development Goals
The United Nations praises Barbados for its progress in implementing the 17 Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, commending its efforts in renewable energy, climate change adaptation, education, healthcare, and gender-based violence elimination.
December 11, 2023
METVT Informs Parents and Guardians of Luther Thorne Memorial Primary School about Online Classes and Cleaning Updates
The Ministry of Education Technological and Vocational Training (METVT) informs parents of Luther Thorne Memorial Primary School about online classes on Monday, December 11, 2023. Rooms will be industrially cleaned for students and teachers to return on Tuesday, December 12, 2023.