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Top of the Class! …Guyanese students dominate CSEC & CAPE regional rankings
(Kaieteur News) – The Ministry of Education has applauded Guyana’s 2025 CSEC® and CAPE® high-achievers, praising the exceptional performance of students who continue to rank among the Caribbean’s best and shine across an expanding range of subjects.
Mahesa Boodhoo OF Queen’s College top Caribbean at CSEC.
Mahesa Boodhoo OF Queen’s College top Caribbean at CSEC.
Minister of Education, Sonia Parag, hailed the results as a powerful reflection of dedication, resilience and national pride. “These achievements speak to the hard work of our students, the commitment of their teachers, and the unwavering support of parents,” Minister Parag said. “You have represented Guyana with distinction — and we will continue to invest to ensure every child can realize 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 recognises 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
According to the ministry, 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.”
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Pity with all the education info being advertised that ‘Caribbean’ can’t be spelt right on certificates