Grade 12 students are continuing their third-term final examinations for the 2025–2026 academic year today, across public and private schools following the Ministry of Education curriculum, amid stable organisational conditions and ongoing school preparations to provide various forms of academic and psychological support to students through to the end of the examination period.
Public and private school administrations confirmed that support plans did not pause with the start of the exams, but have continued through the organisation of evening virtual sessions on educational platforms, delivered by core-subject teachers to answer student queries, review key ideas and concepts, and practise question formats — all contributing to boosting students' confidence before each exam.
The administrations noted that these sessions have seen strong engagement and uptake from students, as they provide an opportunity to revisit points that require clarification, alongside guidance on time management during the exam and how to handle electronic questions, helping students achieve their best performance.
Regarding the examinations students have already sat over the past few days, school administrations confirmed that the mathematics, English language, and chemistry exams were aligned with the educational framework approved by the Ministry of Education.
The exams catered to all student levels, containing straightforward questions that measure comprehension and understanding, as well as a limited number of questions designed to distinguish higher-achieving students.
They added that the exams were accessible to the majority of students and did not deviate from the prescribed learning outcomes. The electronic exams also proceeded smoothly, with no significant technical issues recorded, owing to the readiness of the digital infrastructure within schools and the availability of technical support teams to handle any emergency situations.
The administrations noted that initial indicators and student reactions following the mathematics, English language, and chemistry exams reflected a general sense of comfort with the level of the questions.
Most students confirmed that the questions were drawn from the curriculum and in line with the approved framework, with a balanced distribution of questions in terms of difficulty levels — giving the average student an opportunity to achieve good results while at the same time allowing high-achieving students to demonstrate their academic abilities.
They pointed out that examination committees are continuing to apply the approved organisational procedures to ensure the smooth running of the exams, including verifying the readiness of electronic devices, providing a quiet environment inside examination halls, monitoring students' access to electronic platforms, and adhering to all regulations governing the conduct of the exams.
They affirmed that teachers and school administrations are continuing to provide support and guidance to students and parents until the final day of exams, with emphasis on the importance of organising revision time, getting adequate rest and sleep, and avoiding stress — all of which will positively reflect on students' performance in the remaining examinations.