STARR-J Project
Secondary EducationTransformation for Access, Relevance, and Results for Jobs
The STARR-J Project is a groundbreaking education initiative launched by the Ministry of Education with support from the World Bank. Backed by a US$300 million investment, the project expands access, improves quality and relevance, and strengthens the management of secondary education nationwide.
Access
Expand access to secondary education, with a focus on underserved communities, girls, and students with disabilities.
Quality
Enhance teaching and learning outcomes; ensure relevance to future careers by prioritizing skills students need for the real world.
Relevance
Strengthen STEM, TVET, and digital skills, better preparing students for jobs, entrepreneurship, and the workplace of tomorrow.
Systems
Modernize education management systems, boost data-driven decision making, and strengthen institutional capacity at all levels.
Key Components
Expanding Access
- Build new schools and finish E-Blocks
- Upgrade existing facilities & expand boarding
- Enhance accessibility for all students
Improving Quality & Relevance
- Transform teacher training for modern classrooms
- Integrate digital learning tools
- Bolster STEM/TVET & real-world practical skills
Strengthening Systems
- Deploy better data and monitoring tools
- Support equitable teacher deployment
- Advance student protection & inclusion
Nationwide Coverage
The STARR-J Project reaches all 16 regions of Ghana, prioritizing investments where they are needed most—such as the Savannah, North-East, Oti, and Upper West regions.
Commitment to Transparency & Inclusion
We commit to international standards on environment & social safeguards, embracing stakeholder participation, safety, accountability, and inclusive development—so everyone benefits.
Project Documents
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