PILOT PROGRAMME FOR EXTENDED SCHOOL HOURS BEGINS AT TWO INSTITUTIONS

The government has started its pilot programme for extended school hours, with Sir Novelle Richards Academy and Glanvilles Secondary School participating this new term.

Education Minister, Hon. Daryll Matthew provides details on this initiative, as part of his overarching vision to drive improved outcomes in this crucial sector.

He was speaking with ABS News during his visit to T.N. Kirnon School Monday morning, amidst the usual buzz of excitement at the start of the term.

Jamie J. Roacher reports.