The Ministry of Education has announced the nationwide implementation of a revamped Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) framework aimed at strengthening cooperation between schools and families to improve learning outcomes.

The rollout follows the submission of final policy guidelines by the National Curriculum Review Committee, which outlined the operational structure for PTAs under the new framework.

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu called on parents and teachers to embrace shared responsibility in shaping the future of learners, particularly at the basic education level.

“PTAs are back. Now there is an established norm with guidelines to facilitate and support their work. Socialisation is a shared responsibility, particularly for young learners. While the child spends time at home, significant hours are spent in school, making both parents and teachers equally responsible for shaping the child. Ghana’s concept of socialisation must be shared,” he said.

Chairperson of the Guidelines Committee, Kofi Asare, underscored the need to reposition PTAs as active contributors to school governance, rather than viewing them solely as sources of funding.

“These guidelines seek to prevent PTAs from being reduced to contributors of funds. Their key role must be participation in decisions to improve teaching and learning outcomes," he said

He added that the revised PTA model focuses on enhanced parental involvement in school development, especially in areas related to curriculum implementation, student performance, and school policy.

Mr. Asare also urged the Ghana Education Service (GES) to ensure that the new guidelines are implemented effectively across all public basic and secondary schools.

The Ministry believes the restructured PTA system will serve as a critical link in strengthening school accountability, improving student outcomes, and fostering a more inclusive education system.