Ogun clarifies schools resumption, extends SS3 classes by one hour

The Ogun State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has  clarified earlier statement on schools’ resumption, stating that the existing schedule remains.

All public schools will continue to have their classes in phases to avoid overcrowding and to help curtail the spread of the corona virus.

A statement by the Hon. Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof Abayomi Arigbabu, said that while the staggered school system would be maintained, additional hour has been added to the duration of stay in school for SS 3 students.

They are to be in school from 12noon – 4pm to prepare them adequately for the 2020/2021 WASSCE.”

The statement further explained that: Primaries 1-3 and JS 1-3 are to be in school from 8-11am; Primaries 4-6 and SS 1- 2 are to be in school from 12-3pm.

While Early childhood care and Development education (ECCDE/ pre-primary) in public schools are to resume from 8 – 11am.