GES Aptitude Test 2025, Trial Quiz on GES Structure Administration, Policies, and Legal Issues.

Ghana Education Service (GES)

The GES has been mandated by the government of Ghana to be responsible for the implementation of national policies and programmes relating to pre-tertiary education of the government to ensure that all Ghanaians of school-going age, irrespective of their tribe, gender, disability, religion and political affiliations are provided with quality formal education and training through effective resource management to make delivery of education relevant to the manpower needs of the nation.

Here are sample multiple-choice questions for your revision and preparation for the GES 2025 promotion exams.

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GES Aptitude Test 2025, Trial Quiz on GES Structure Administration, Policies and Legal Issues.

Here are sample multiple choice questions for your revision and preparations for the GES 2025 promotion exams.

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Which Act established the Ghana Education Service (GES)?

A. Act 778

B. Act 605

C. Act 506

D. Act 788

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The GES operates under which parent ministry?

A. Ministry of Youth and Sports

B. Ministry of Education

C. Ministry of Finance

D. Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations

3 / 42

The VALCO Trust Fund launched a project to construct how many schools under trees?

A. 10,000

B. 1,000

C. 3,500

D. 5,403

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It is good to give homework so that students:

A. May develop the habit of self-study

B. Remain busy at home

C. May be checked for their progress

D. Study at home

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The best possible way to evaluate a student’s performance is through:

A. Continuous assessments

B. Monthly assessments

C. Weekly assessments

D. Annual assessments

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Which of the following is NOT an objective of the FCUBE programme?

A. Improving quality of teaching

B. Enhancing access to education

C. Promoting tertiary education

D. Ensuring equity in education

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Which of the following is NOT a core function of the GES?

A. Managing public basic and secondary schools

B. Licensing teachers

C. Accrediting tertiary institutions

D. Supervising pre-tertiary education

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Promotion of teaching staff is now conducted through:

A. Oral Interviews

B. Performance Appraisal

C. Panel Discussion

D. Written Aptitude Tests

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Which of the following is NOT an objective of the FCUBE programme?

A. Enhancing access to education

B. Ensuring equity in education

C. Promoting tertiary education

D. Improving the quality of learning and teaching

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Which of the following policies focuses on early childhood education?

A. ECE Policy Framework

B. Secondary Education Policy

C. Tertiary Education Policy

D. Basic Education Policy

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The GES was established in which year?

A. 1957

B. 1983

C. 1974

D. 1961

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The Complementary Basic Education (CBE) programme targets:

A. Children in tertiary institutions

B. Children in urban areas

C. Out-of-school children beyond school starting age

D. Children in private schools

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The Ghana Teachers’ License is issued by:

A. GES

B. National Teaching Council

C. Ministry of Education

D. Teacher Unions

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A teacher’s code of conduct is enforced by:

A. National Labour Commission

B. Ministry of Education

C. National Teaching Council (NTC)

D. Ghana Police Service

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Environmental education should be taught in schools because:

A. We cannot escape from the environment

B. It affects environmental pollution

C. It is an important part of life

D. It provides jobs to teachers

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Which policy aims to integrate children with special needs into mainstream education?

A. Special Education Policy

B. Equity in Education Policy

C. Inclusive Education Policy

D. Child-Friendly Schools Policy

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How often should performance appraisal be conducted for staff in GES?

A. Every 5 years

B. Bi-annually

C. Annually

D. Monthly

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The primary mandate of the GES is to:

A. Develop national curricula

B. Accredit tertiary institutions

C. Formulate educational policies

D. Implement approved national policies and programmes on education

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The Ghana Education Service’s vision is to:

A. Promote private education

B. Centralize educational administration

C. Provide free tertiary education

D. Create an enabling environment for effective teaching and learning

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Which of the following is NOT a body under the Ministry of Education implementing its policies?

A. Ghana Tertiary Education Commission

B. National Teaching Council

C. National Council for Curriculum and Assessment

D. Ghana Education Division

21 / 42

Which organization partnered with GES to support the Early Childhood Education (ECE) policy?

A. UNESCO

B. UNICEF

C. WHO

D. World Bank

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Which GES division handles teacher promotion?

A. Inspectorate Division

B. Human Resource Management Division (HRMD)

C. Curriculum Division

D. Planning Division

23 / 42

The Education Strategic Plan (ESP) covers which years?

24 / 42

The Pre-Tertiary Education Act (Act 1049) was enacted in:

A. 2021

B. 2020

C. 2018

D. 2019

25 / 42

The retirement age for GES staff is:

A. 60 years

B. 70 years

C. 55 years

D. 65 years

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Which of the following is a mandate of the GES?

A. Managing private educational institutions

B. Implementing government policies on education

C. Issuing student visas

D. Conducting university entrance exams

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Which unit within GES is responsible for curriculum development?

A. Teacher Education Division

B. Quality Assurance Unit

C. Guidance and Counselling Unit

D. National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA)

28 / 42

The Free Compulsory Universal Basic Education (FCUBE) programme was launched in:

A. 2010

B. 2005

C. 1995

D. 2000

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Which of the following is required for promotion from ADII to ADI?

A. 4 years of satisfactory service

B. Written application only

C. Evidence of student success

D. Approval from PTA

30 / 42

The main goal of the Inclusive Education Policy is to:

A. Separate students based on abilities

B. Focus solely on academic excellence

C. Promote private schooling

D. Integrate all learners regardless of their physical or mental abilities

31 / 42

The Director-General of GES is appointed by:

A. President of Ghana

B. GES Council

C. Ministry of Finance

D. Parliament

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How many units does the Technical and Vocational Education Division (TVED) of GES Headquarters have?

A. 9

B. 7

C. 10

D. 8

33 / 42

Which law mandates compulsory basic education in Ghana?

A. Constitution Article 25

B. Education Act 2008

C. Pre-tertiary Education Act 2020

D. Children's Act 1998

34 / 42

Leave of absence without official permission is considered:

A. Misconduct

B. Retirement

C. A sabbatical

D. Voluntary redundancy

35 / 42

The GNAT and NAGRAT are examples of:

A. Education directorates

B. Teacher unions

C. School boards

D. Teaching councils

36 / 42

What is meant by development?

A. Growth of heart, brain, and muscles

B. A complex process of integrating many structures and functions

C. Quantitative change of the child

D. Improvement of ability

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Development of a learner is linked to:

A. Cognitive development

B. Psychomotor development

C. Affective development

D. Sensorimotor development

38 / 42

Which policy ensures accountability in education delivery?

A. Decentralization Policy

B. Textbook Policy

C. Inclusive Education Policy

D. School Feeding Policy

39 / 42

Creative writing should be an activity planned for:

A. All children

B. Only children reading on grade level

C. Only children reading on grade level

D. Only children who can spell and write cohesive sentences

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The cognitive structures into which children organize their behavior and knowledge are called:

A. Frameworks

B. Schemata

C. Operations

D. Accommodations

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The GES Council comprises how many members?

A. 20

B. 15

C. 12

D. 10

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Corporal punishment in public basic schools in Ghana is:

A. Banned

B. Mandatory

C. Encouraged

D. Optional

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