December 12, 2023
Barbadian girls aged 6 to 14 now have the opportunity to play cricket through the Barbados Royals Girls' Cricket Club, created by cricket charity Bat For A Chance.
December 11, 2023
The United Nations praises Barbados for its progress in implementing the 17 Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, commending its efforts in renewable energy, climate change adaptation, education, healthcare, and gender-based violence elimination.
December 11, 2023
The Ministry of Education Technological and Vocational Training (METVT) informs parents of Luther Thorne Memorial Primary School about online classes on Monday, December 11, 2023. Rooms will be industrially cleaned for students and teachers to return on Tuesday, December 12, 2023.
December 11, 2023
Work has been finished at Ann Hill School, resolving leaks and water stains. Painting will take place during the Christmas break, ensuring safe return to classrooms. The Ministry of Education is grateful for parents' support. METVT
December 11, 2023
Classes for Luther Thorne Memorial Primary School will be held online on December 11, 2023. The school will remain closed for three consecutive days due to environmental and structural issues. (PR/SAT)
December 11, 2023
Students can ‘safely’ return to the classroom at Ann Hill School on Monday.
December 10, 2023
The "National Block T20 Cricket Initiative" in Barbados aims to provide at-risk youth in local communities with opportunities to play cricket and develop their talent, while fostering a sense of unity and providing education and upskilling opportunities.
December 8, 2023
The Democratic Labour Party criticizes the Mottley administration for not prioritizing issues in public schools, citing environmental problems in several schools while government focuses on other projects.
December 8, 2023
Ministry of Education plans to address environmental and structural issues at Luther Thorne Memorial Primary School soon, pending report and test results. Detailed statement to follow.
December 8, 2023
"Democratic Labour President calls for Minister of Education Kay McConney's removal due to environmental issues in schools, questioning her ability to address problems effectively. Parents urged to speak out."
December 7, 2023
The Group of Concerned Parents of Barbados is troubled by sick building syndrome in schools. They propose the creation of an infrastructure committee to address these issues and ensure the proposed education system transformation is successful.
December 7, 2023
Luther Thorne Memorial Primary School in Wildey, St Michael will be closed for the week due to meetings and evaluation of the school's condition, following complaints about structural and environmental issues.