Helping students achieve their potential

THE APSE is an initiative that is based on tailored curricula that enable learners to perform at their fullest potential based on aptitude, interest, and ability. This initiative has three pathways: Pathway I (SPI), Pathway II (SPII), and Pathway III (SP III).

Students on Pathway I will have access to the National Standards Curriculum (NSC) through grades seven to 13 as per the appropriate syllabi. This pathway allows students to access the necessary exit examination based on their abilities, inclusive of the Caribbean Secondary Examination Certificate, City and Guilds, Caribbean Vocational Qualification, and the National Vocational Qualification of Jamaica.

Support is integral for all students to excel, and this is indicative of Secondary Pathway II. It isn’t permanent. Pathway II is a two-year transitional programme that aids students who might need additional instructional support. There will be an evaluation at grade eight, which will determine the crossover into either SP I or SP II.

The Secondary Pathway III supports students who have not mastered the Grade Four Literacy and Numeracy examination. This pathway will be taught through a curriculum in the following subjects: mathematics, English language, communication, social studies, and science. Their academic journey will also be enhanced by personal empowerment, technical and vocational instruction, as well as the performing and creative arts. At grade nine, a career interest inventory will be administered to determine their path under the Career Advancement Programme.