Meanwhile, the Graiyaki Primary School director, Grace Godfrey, yesterday revealed that Ms Herrieth Josephat who outshined all pupils this year did 150 tests before final exams.
She said pupils were given four rounds of tests every week from June 29 when schools were re-opened after the Covid-19 lock-down - which increased accountability among teachers and pupils.
“The tests were done alongside assessment to determine pupils’ development and challenges as well as teaching challenges - and fix them,” she said.
Graiyaki Primary School head teacher Samwel Maduhu said planning, implementation and evaluation have been key to the success of the school that commence Standard Seven syllabus every November to January of the following year.
“We usually complete the Standard Seven syllabus by February and embark on comprehensive preparations for the final examinations,” he said.
Nyambina Nyambina, who held the fourth position in the national examination results, said weekly tests improved his performance to the fourth position, up from the 20th position.
Ms Assia Iddy of Twibhoki Primary School jointly led by Ms Godfrey - and holding the fifth position among girls - said achievement by girl-pupils should serve as a catalyst for change to prioritise their education instead of forcing them into early marriages.
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