Government announces plans to build a modern special needs school in Ho and rehabilitate the existing facility in Akropong as part of reforms to strengthen inclusive education in Ghana.
A major expansion of infrastructure for learners with disabilities has been announced as part of government’s renewed commitment to inclusive education in Ghana. Authorities have confirmed plans to construct a modern Special Needs School in Ho while the long-standing facility in Akropong, Akuapem, undergoes rehabilitation and upgrading.
The announcement was made by President during the 2026 State of the Nation Address delivered before Parliament. The initiative forms part of broader reforms aimed at improving educational access, welfare, and specialised support services for learners with disabilities.
Expanding Infrastructure for Inclusive Education
According to the President, the new school to be constructed in will be a modern, state-of-the-art facility designed to support learners with diverse educational needs. The institution is expected to provide specialised teaching environments, assistive learning technologies, and trained personnel capable of addressing the unique challenges faced by students with disabilities.
The facility will complement existing institutions across the country that provide specialised instruction for learners requiring tailored educational support.
At the same time, government has confirmed that the current Special Needs School in will undergo comprehensive rehabilitation and upgrading. The works will involve improvements to classroom infrastructure, boarding facilities, assistive learning equipment, and student welfare services.
Strengthening Ghana’s Inclusive Education Agenda
The planned projects form part of a wider strategy to strengthen inclusive education across the country. Ghana has in recent years intensified policy efforts to ensure that learners with disabilities are fully integrated into the national education system.
Officials from the note that improving infrastructure for special education remains essential to achieving equitable learning outcomes. Adequate facilities enable teachers to deliver specialised instruction while also ensuring that students receive the support required for academic and social development.
Government has emphasised that education for learners with special needs is not only a matter of social justice but also a strategic investment in national development.
Legislative Backing for Special Needs Education
The new infrastructure initiatives are supported by reforms introduced under the amended Act, which establishes a dedicated funding framework to support free education for learners with special needs.
Under the new arrangement, sustainable funding streams will be directed toward improving facilities, expanding access, and strengthening the quality of specialised instruction in schools serving students with disabilities.
Education planners believe the reforms will help address long-standing gaps in special education infrastructure while improving the learning environment for students who require tailored educational support.
Improving Welfare and Learning Conditions
Beyond infrastructure development, government has also announced measures aimed at improving the welfare of students in special schools. Among these measures is the increase in the daily feeding grant for students in public Special Schools from GH₵8.00 to GH₵15.00 for the 2025/2026 academic year.
Officials say the increment reflects recognition of the unique nutritional and health requirements of learners with disabilities, many of whom depend on residential educational facilities.
A Broader Commitment to Equity in Education
Education analysts note that the decision to expand and upgrade special needs institutions demonstrates a growing emphasis on inclusive development within Ghana’s education policy.
For many families with children who require specialised learning support, access to modern facilities and trained educators can determine whether a child receives meaningful educational opportunities.
The planned construction of the Ho Special Needs School and the upgrading of the Akropong facility therefore represent an important step toward ensuring that no learner is left behind in Ghana’s education system.
