How to Register for PEP Exams in Jamaica (2025 Guide)
The Primary Exit Profile (PEP) is the national assessment for Grade 6 students in Jamaica. It replaces GSAT and helps determine placement into high schools. If your child is preparing for PEP in 2025, this guide will show you exactly how to register for PEP exams in Jamaica, what documents are needed, and how to stay on track.
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📚 What is PEP?
PEP is a series of tests taken by Grade 4–6 students to assess readiness for high school. The Grade 6 exams include:
- Ability Test
- Curriculum-Based Test
- Performance Task (for Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies)
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✅ Who Needs to Register?
- Students attending private primary or prep schools
- Home-schooled children
- Any student not automatically registered by a public primary school
Public school students are usually registered by the principal — parents still need to confirm details and submit documents.
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📝 Step-by-Step: How to Register for PEP
- Visit the Ministry of Education’s regional office or your child’s school
- Collect and complete the PEP registration form
- Attach the required documents (see below)
- Submit the form before the deadline (usually early December)
- Receive a candidate number and confirmation slip
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📄 Documents Needed for PEP Registration
- Child’s birth certificate (original and copy)
- TRN (if available)
- Two passport-sized photographs
- Parent or guardian’s ID
- Completed registration form (signed by parent and school rep)
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📅 2025 PEP Registration Deadlines
Exact deadlines are published on moey.gov.jm, but typically follow this timeline:
- Registration Opens: October 2024
- Registration Deadline: Early December 2024
- Exam Period: February–June 2025
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📍 Where to Submit Forms
If your child attends a public school, the school handles submission. For private or home-schooled students:
- Submit forms to the Ministry of Education Regional Office in your parish
- Some offices allow scanned submissions by email — confirm with your region
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💡 Tips for Parents
- Start the process early — don’t wait for the deadline
- Practice past PEP papers with your child at home
- Label all documents and keep a copy for yourself
- Join PEP parent WhatsApp or Facebook groups for support
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🙋 Frequently Asked Questions
1. What if my child is home-schooled?
You must register them directly with the Ministry of Education and provide academic records or a portfolio.
2. Is there a fee to register?
No — PEP registration is free for all students.
3. How will I know the exam schedule?
The school or Ministry will provide a timetable by early January. It’s also published online.
4. Can I request a specific high school?
Yes — you’ll be allowed to list preferred schools on the placement form, but final decisions are based on your child’s PEP scores and available space.
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📌 Conclusion
Registering for PEP in Jamaica is a critical step for your child’s academic future. With this guide, you’ll know exactly what to do and when — so you can focus on helping your child prepare and succeed. For more school support, visit the Education section on HowToJA.com.
