Ghana Education Service

Mandate & Vision

Our Mandate

The Ghana Education Service (GES) operates under a clear mandate established by Act 506 of 1974. Our primary responsibilities include:

Implementation of approved national policies on pre-tertiary education
Management and supervision of public basic and secondary schools
Recruitment, deployment, and management of teaching and non-teaching staff
Development and implementation of educational programs and curricula
Monitoring and evaluation of educational standards and performance
Coordination of educational activities at national, regional, and district levels

Our Vision

"To be a world-class education service delivering quality education for national development."

We envision a Ghana where every child has access to quality education that prepares them for productive citizenship and contributes to national development. Our vision encompasses:

Universal access to quality basic education
Excellence in teaching and learning
Equity and inclusion in education delivery
Innovation and adaptation to global best practices
Development of 21st-century skills and competencies

Our Mission

"To provide relevant, quality, and inclusive education for all to enable individuals to develop their full potential and contribute to national development."

Core Values

Excellence

We strive for the highest standards in all our educational programs and services.

Equity

We ensure fair and equal access to quality education for all Ghanaians.

Integrity

We uphold honesty, transparency, and accountability in all our operations.

Innovation

We embrace new ideas and technologies to improve education delivery.

Collaboration

We work together with stakeholders to achieve our educational goals.

Professionalism

We maintain high professional standards in all aspects of our work.

Strategic Objectives

To achieve our vision and mission, GES has established the following strategic objectives:

1. Improve Access to Quality Education

Expand educational infrastructure and resources to ensure all children have access to quality schooling, regardless of their location or socio-economic background.

2. Enhance Teaching and Learning Quality

Strengthen teacher capacity through continuous professional development and provide modern teaching and learning materials.

3. Promote Equity and Inclusion

Eliminate barriers to education and ensure special attention to vulnerable and marginalized groups, including girls, children with disabilities, and those in deprived areas.

4. Strengthen Educational Management

Improve efficiency and effectiveness of educational administration at all levels through capacity building and use of technology.

5. Foster Partnerships and Collaboration

Build strong partnerships with government agencies, development partners, civil society, and the private sector to support education delivery.