2027 PEP Updates and Timetable
Updated November 9, 2026
Important information for parents and students
The Government has extended the adjusted PEP examination arrangements for another year following Hurricane Melissa. The decision was announced on November 4, 2026.
Grade 6 students will sit Language Arts CBT (including literacy), Mathematics CBT (including numeracy), and the Ability Test. There are no separate Grade 6 Science or Social Studies PEP examinations in 2027.
Science and Social Studies remain valuable school subjects. EDUTWO keeps these resources available for classroom learning and revision; they should not be treated as separate 2027 Grade 6 PEP examination papers.
2027 examination timetable
| Grade | Assessment | Date / status |
|---|---|---|
| Grade 6 | Language Arts CBT, Mathematics CBT and Ability Test | April 21–22, 2027 Reported examination window. Individual paper dates, session times and durations await the revised official timetable. |
| Grade 5 | Language Arts and Mathematics Performance Tasks | Awaiting revised Ministry timetable Published schedules conflict. Do not rely on the previous June dates. |
| Grade 4 | Literacy and Numeracy | Awaiting revised Ministry timetable Published schedules conflict. Confirm through your school before making arrangements. |
Why some dates are awaiting confirmation
The registration portal still lists the older assessment programme, including March Grade 6 sittings and Science/Social Studies. These entries conflict with the November announcement. EDUTWO is not presenting those entries as the revised 2027 timetable. The Grade 4 and Grade 5 dates will be updated when a consistent revised Ministry bulletin is available.
Paper counts and curriculum-unit coverage from the 2026 sitting are not being presented here as newly confirmed 2027 specifications.
High-school placement
For the standard 2027 placement profile, Grade 4 (2025) contributes 10%, Grade 5 (2026) 20%, and Grade 6 (2027) 70%, for a maximum overall placement score of 400. Schools should refer unusual or missing assessment profiles to the Ministry with supporting documents.
Registration and support
Grade 4 registration is listed for November 9–27, 2026. Grade 6 verification is listed for November 30–December 11, 2026. Confirm arrangements with your school.
Parents needing examination accommodations, such as a reader, writer or extra time, should contact their school early. Approval is determined through the Ministry's process.
Sources and further information
- Jamaica Information Service: extension of PEP adjustments (November 5, 2026)
- The Gleaner: Ministry advisory and 2027 arrangements (November 4, 2026)
- Ministry registration resources (examination entries awaiting reconciliation)
EDUTWO provides independent practice resources, not an official examination timetable. Follow the latest Ministry bulletin and your school's instructions.