On October 1, 2026, students in Chad's intermediate classes returned to school, marking the second stage of the 2026-2027 academic year. This followed the resumption of classes for students taking exams on September 15. In the capital city of N'Djamena, the surroundings of certain schools were lively from the early morning hours. Students and teachers gathered at the associated school of Chagoua FDAR in the 7th arrondissement.
The first day of school was marked by reunions between students and teachers, who had not seen each other for nearly four months. At a CE2 classroom, teacher Gaston began the day with some math exercises to assess his students' level. He chose to start with multiplication tables to test their knowledge. This approach allowed him to gauge their understanding and plan his lessons accordingly.
At the secondary level, students in middle school and high school also resumed classes. Herman, a 4th-grade student at Felix-Eboue High School, expressed his enthusiasm for the new academic year. He looked forward to meeting his teachers and catching up on his studies. Similarly, at a private college in the Moursal neighborhood, students were already attending classes.
Housna, a 5th-grade student, reported that her school started the day with an English lesson, followed by a civics class. The students seemed eager to learn and engage with their teachers. However, some preschools were not as crowded, with several parents waiting until the first day of school to enroll their children.
School administrators expressed frustration with the late enrollments, which put a strain on their preparations. They had been open throughout August and September, expecting parents to register their children earlier. A school director noted that if parents respected the scheduled timeline, it would greatly facilitate the administrative process.
Despite these challenges, teachers and school administrators remained committed to supporting their students and ensuring a smooth academic year. They had completed their preparations, including finalizing lesson plans and timetables. However, some schools still faced significant numbers of unregistered students, with one administrator expecting over 3,000 students.
The start of the 2026-2027 academic year appeared to be going smoothly, but potential disruptions loomed due to threats of strikes from teachers. Educators and administrators were working to address these concerns and provide a stable learning environment for the students. The new academic year had begun, and stakeholders were eager to make it a successful one.
Key points
- Intermediate classes in Chad resumed on October 1, 2026.
- Some schools faced challenges due to late student enrollments.
- Teachers and administrators were committed to ensuring a smooth academic year despite potential disruptions.
