Education
October 9, 2023
Barbados Education Transformation: Two-Stage Secondary School Structure to be Implemented in 2025, Says Chief Education Officer
Discover the benefits of the proposed Senior Colleges of Excellence (SCE) in Barbados, including specialist programs aligned with national priorities and personalized education focusing on academic, social, and emotional development.
October 8, 2023
Dr. Jacqueline King: Triumphing Over Cancer and Treating Breast Cancer and Lymphedema Patients
Get inspired by breast cancer survivor Dr. Jacqueline "Jacqui" King, who has thrived after her diagnosis and now helps others through physiotherapy and advocacy.
October 8, 2023
UWI Global Campus Inducts Fifth Cohort of UWI STAT Ambassadors in Virtual Ceremony
The UWI Global Campus recently held its Virtual Induction Ceremony for the fifth cohort of UWI STAT Ambassadors. The Ambassadors represent the Vice-Chancellor's Student Representatives and promote UWI, leadership development, and Caribbean integration.
October 8, 2023
Barbados National Council of Parent Teacher Associations Encourages Residents to Engage in Government's Education Reform Proposals
The Barbados National Council of Parent Teacher Associations (BNCPTA) is urging residents to study and provide input on the government's education reform proposals.
October 8, 2023
Erdiston Teachers’ Training College Prepares to Equip Teachers for Proposed Education Reform in Barbados
Erdiston Teachers’ Training College is preparing to adapt and offer professional development programs to meet the proposed education reform in Barbados, including partnerships with outside institutions and overhauling existing programs.They are also facing challenges due to lack of space.
October 7, 2023
Dengue Fever Cases Reach Threshold in September: Health Officials Encourage Protective Measures
Health officials report reaching the dengue fever threshold with 518 cases in September 2022, compared to 241 cases in the same period last year. Protective measures are advised by the Chief Medical Officer.
October 7, 2023
Rotary Club Barbados West Donates Over 6,000 Books to Primary and Secondary Schools in Barbados
The Rotary Club of Barbados West is donating over 6,000 books to 29 primary and secondary schools in Barbados to support education and literacy.
October 7, 2023
Barbados Selected as Host for XVI Ministerial Forum for Development in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC)
Barbados has been chosen as the host for the XVI Ministerial Forum for Development in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) in collaboration with the UNDP and ECLAC.
October 6, 2023
Gittens Family Charitable Gift Fund and SJPI Announce First Awardees of Timothy Gittens Scholarship
The Gittens Family Charitable Gift Fund and SJPI announce the Timothy Gittens Scholarship awardees pursuing technical and vocational certificates, who were each granted $1,000 and future funding opportunities.
October 6, 2023
Government Partners with Non-Profit Organization to Establish Two New Public Secondary Schools
The government of Barbados will partner with an international non-profit organization, XQ Institute, to build two new public secondary schools as part of their education reform process.
October 6, 2023
Barbados Education System Reform to Abolish Entrance Exam by 2025: Updates and Plans
Learn about the proposed reform of Barbados' education system, including the potential abolishment of the Secondary Schools Entrance Examination and the introduction of a new certification called the Barbados National Secondary Diploma. The plans also include the construction of two new schools and a new system of feeder schools. These proposals are being considered by the government and, if approved, will be implemented by September 2025.
October 4, 2023
DLP Assistant General Secretary Criticizes Government's Handling of Book Vouchers for Primary School Students
The Democratic Labour Party (DLP) criticizes the Government's handling of $100 book vouchers for primary school students, citing confusion and lack of efficiency. The DLP offers suggestions to improve the initiative.