PNG National Examination Dates and Term Holidays 2024 [PNG School Calendar]

The Papua New Guinea (PNG) Education Calendar for 2024 has been released, providing students, teachers, and parents with a clear outline of the academic year. 

The calendar provides important information regarding the dates for national examinations, school holidays, and public holidays in PNG. 

Check out the 2024 Gazetted Public Holiday PDF file here and download it!

2024 National Examination Dates

The dates are an essential aspect of the PNG Education Calendar. These examinations are critical for students in their academic journey as they determine whether students progress to the next level of their education.

The 2024 National Examination Dates are as follows:

• Lower Secondary School Certificate Written Expression (Grade 10): Thursday, June 6, 2024

• Upper Secondary School Certificate Written Expression Exam (Grade 12): Monday, August 5, 2024

• *Grade 12 STEM Exams: Tuesday, September 17 to Monday, September 23, 2024

• Lower Secondary School Certificate Exams (Grade 10): Monday, September 30 to Friday, October 4, 2024

• Upper Secondary School Certificate Exams (Grade 12): Monday, October 14 to Friday, October 18, 2024

• Certificate of Basic Education Exams (Grade 8): Monday, October 21 to Thursday, October 24, 2024

* Note that there is likely change to the STEM exam dates - check with your school principals or provincial exam supervisors for the latest updates.

School Holidays and Term Dates

School holidays play a vital role in the education of students, as they provide a break from academic work and allow students to recharge their batteries. 

The school holidays in PNG are designed to coincide with major events in the country, such as the national elections and other significant cultural events. 

1. Term Dates for TEACHERS:

• Start Term 1: Monday, January 22, 2024
• Start Term 4: Monday, September 30, 2024
• School Closure: Friday, December 6, 2024
• School Reopening: Monday, January 20, 2025

2. Term Dates for STUDENTS

• Start Term 1: Monday, January 29, 2024
• Start Term 2: Monday, April 15, 2024
• Start Term 3: Monday, July 8, 2024
• Start Term 4: Monday, September 30, 2024
• School Closure: Friday, December 6, 2024
• School Reopening: Monday, January 27, 2025

3. Term Holidays

Term 1 Holiday: Monday, April 1 to Friday, April 12, 2024

Term 2 Holiday: Monday, June 24 to Friday, July 5, 2024

Term 3 Holiday: Monday, September 23 to Friday, September 27, 2024

Download past mathematics exam papers on PNG Insight Maths Resources website

 

Prepare for the exams. Download the Grade 8, Grade 10 and Grade 12 maths exam papers online. 

 

Here is a video instruction on how to download the Grade 12, 10 and 8 maths papers and prepare for the final exams. 

ZIMSEC Portal Results 2024 Online Login information

This article attempts to help our visitors from Zimbabwe with information about ZIMSEC portal results for 2024. If you are visiting this blog from Zimbabwe, we hope you find the info helpful. Note that the 2024 Ordinary Level results are now out, follow the steps below to get your results.

How to login to ZIMSEC Portal Result 2024

Updates: 

#3: For 2024 Grade 7 Results, Click Here.

#2: Zimsec results were out on February 3.

#1 The results for ZIMSEC O-level and A-level, see the latest article here for more information.

ZIMSEC November 2024 Ordinary Level results

The Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC) has released the November 2024 Ordinary Level results and they are available online via this link zimsec.co.zw.

Candidates can access their results from the ZIMSEC portal from 3 PM today and collect their result slips from Monday at their centres.

ZIMSEC announced on Friday that ''The ZIMSEC Results Portal for Ordinary Level Results will open at 1500hrs. Access is through zimsec.co.zw. Please DO NOT attempt to log on before 1500hrs.''

A total of 278,760 candidates sat for the November 2024 O Level Exams. 183 584 wrote 5 or more subjects and 53 169 passed 5 or more subjects.

The overall pass rate is 28.96% compared to 26.34% in 2021. Increase of 2.62% in the pass rate.

Readers can click here to select their region or direct to the ZIMSEC Result Portal. There, you can follow the prompt and login to the portal. If you have not registered or got your login credentials yet, see below the steps for registration.

How to register for ZIMSEC result portal 2024

The ZimSEC result portal is an initiative of the Zimbabwe School Examination Council (ZIMSEC) that started in November 2018. 

ZIMSEC the examination board of Zimbabwe is responsible for examination and assessments; and certification at different levels of schooling. 

Students can access their Ordinary (O) level and A-level exam results for November 2024 where there is an internet connection using their computers, smartphones or devices that support the internet.

The O-level results for November are in view mode only. Students cannot download or print the ZimSec portal results but only view them online. 

Register to Check 2024 results

To access and view the 2024 O-level results, students must register by creating a user's username and password. Here are the steps for creating a new username and password:

1. Register as a new user- Go to 'register centre'

2. When you have created your login details, you'll have to go to the 'home page' and sign in to ZimSec Portal to view your Results

The students who have got the ZimSec Portal login details can go straight to the 'home page' and sign in.

How to Register on ZimSec online portal

Here is how to register on the ZIMSEC online portal. You will need your examination details (Statement of Entry) to create your account. 

1. Visit zimsec.co.zw Online Portal 1 or Portal 

2. Enter the 6 digits Centre Number

3. Enter your 4 digits and candidate numbers

4. Choose the correct session, level, year

5. Enter the Candidate Name as it appears on your Statement of Entry (You will have a problem IF the Candidate Name is NOT the same as the name of the SoE)

6. Enter the date of birth in the format dd/mm/yyyy

7. Enter  User and 'strong' Password

8. Confirm password

9. Click on 'Register'

You can now go to the 'home page' and log in to the ZIMSEC portal to view your result. 

What to do if you have a problem login to ZIMSEC portal

If you cannot create an account as a new user, the best thing to do is to check the details on your statement of Entry again. Make sure the 6 digits of the Candidate number and your name are correct. Also, check ALL the registration requirements on the ZIMSEC online portal you have entered are correct. 

If you've tried everything and you still need help, get in touch with the fantastic staff at ZIMSEC. They will be able to help.

ZIMSEC Grade 7 Results for 2024

In an online conference, ZIMSEC (Zimbabwe School Examinations Council) board chairman Professor Mwenje announced 2020 Grade 7 results were out. 

The students accessed their ZIMSEC results for 2024 via the board's, www.zimsec.co.zw. 

It's going to be a similar situation this year.

ZIMSEC arranged the Grade 7 results in 10 regions, R1 to R10. 

Check out the 2 steps infographics for more info. (Note: If you need to register, or have lost your password, read on to find out how you can get help).

For 2024 Grade 7 Results, Click Here.

Meaning of acronyms/words

• ZIMSEC - Zimbabwe School Examination Council 
• O level - Ordinary (O) level 
• The Council/Board - Zimbabwe School Examination Council 
• Portal - Online platform for login & accessing examination results (See links in article)

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