Ministry of Education Celebrates Guyana's Outstanding CSEC and CAPE Performers

(November 6, 2025) - The Ministry of Education proudly extends its warmest congratulations to all of Guyana's top-performing students at the 2025 Caribbean Examination's Council's Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE).

Minister of Education, Hon. Sonia Parag, joins the nation in celebrating these exceptional young people whose dedication, talent, and perseverance have brought great pride and inspiration to their schools, families, and communities across Guyana.

"These achievements speak to the hard work and resilience of our students, the commitment of their teachers, and the steadfast support of parents," Minister Parag said. "You have represented your schools and your country with distinction. The Ministry will continue to invest in ensuring that every child in Guyana has the opportunity to reach their full potential."

At the CSEC level, Guyana's students have once again proven themselves among the best in the Caribbean. Their exceptional results are a testament to their discipline, intellect, and the unwavering support of their teachers.

Among the regional top performers are:

* Siddiqah NizamuDeen - Queen's College

2nd place regionally in Integrated Science (General)

* Sydney Waveney Morgan - Chase's Academic Foundation

4th place regionally in Integrated Science (General)

* Clarice Klee La Fargue - The Bishops' High School

6th place regionally in Integrated Science (General)

The Ministry also recognizes the stellar achievements of students across subjects such as Agricultural Science, Economics, Chemistry, English A, and Mathematics. Guyana has dominated as the top performer for Portuguese after having introduced it to the curriculum in 2015. Similarly, students performed excellently in Religious Education.

Guyana's CAPE scholars continue to shine brilliantly, displaying excellence in fields ranging from the sciences and technology to the arts and humanities.

Among the nation's outstanding achievers are:

* Abigail Prarthna Stephanas - Queen's College

Top in Biology Unit 2, Physics Unit 2, Pure Mathematics Unit 2, and Integrated Mathematics

* Elijah Anthony Gomes - Queen's College

Top in Chemistry Unit 2 and Pure Mathematics Unit 2

* Sara Khan - Queen's College

Top in Art and Design Unit 1, Digital Media Unit 2, Animation and Game Design Unit 2, and Pure Mathematics Unit 2

* Naila Aseelah Rahaman - Queen's College

Top in Animation and Game Design Unit 2 and Information Technology Unit 2

* Michael Elijah Henry - Queen's College

Top in Law Unit 2 and Entrepreneurship Unit 2

* Akeelah Persaud - Queen's College

Top in Economics Unit 2 and Law Unit 2

* Rihanna Taylor - Queen's College

Top in Information Technology Unit 2 and Computer Science Unit 2

* Toreka Persaud - Queen's College

Top in Applied Mathematics Unit 1

* Semmeerah Lavanya Tularam - Marian Academy

Top in Information Technology Unit 1 and Environmental Science Unit 2

* Kayla Jahnavi Persaud - Marian Academy

Top in Physics Unit 2 and Biology Unit 2

* Micah Williams - The Bishops' High School

Top in Green Engineering Unit 2

* Aaliyah Henry - The Bishops' High School

Top in Sociology Unit 2

* Shawdisha Avionne D'Andrade - Mackenzie High School

Top in Performing Arts Unit 2 (Cinematic Arts)

* NaneKi Mikala Ulani Griffith - Mackenzie High School

Top in Agricultural Science Unit 1

* Shelena Alice Semple - Berbice High School

Top in Performing Arts Unit 1

These achievements, and the achievements of many more students who will be honoured in the coming days, reflect Guyana's unwavering pursuit of excellence in education.

The Ministry of Education extends sincere congratulations to all students, educators, and parents who have contributed to this success. Each achievement tells a story of determination, mentorship, and the power of education to transform lives.

Congratulations once again to our 2025 CSEC® and CAPE® champions, your success is Guyana's pride!