Student Exams

Primary School Leaving Certificate Examination (PSLCE)

How do I register to write the PSLCE?

Individuals cannot register to write the PSLCE.  You must be registered by either of the following institutions:

• The SERVOL Life Centre you are attending.
• The Adult Education Centre you are attending.
• The Correctional Centre or Facility in which you are housed.
• Your secondary school, if you scored less than 30% on the SEA.

Registration takes place from January through March for the exam, which is held annually in June.

The Ministry of Education publishes guidelines to assist persons in preparing for the PSLCE.  You can download a copy of the guidelines by following the link below, or you can pick up a copy from the Examinations Section of the Ministry of Education at the address at the bottom of this page.

Primary School Leaving Certificate Examination Guidelines

Any there any associated fees?
                                                                                                   
There are no fees associated with registering for or writing the PSLCE.

Where can I obtain more information?
                                                                                                   
More information can be obtained from the Ministry of Education’s Division of Educational Research and Evaluation (DERE).  You may contact DERE’s office Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, except public holidays.

Division of Educational Research and Evaluation (DERE)
Ministry of Education
18 Abercromby Street
Port of Spain
Trinidad, West Indies

Tel. (868) 623-8464 or (868) 624 - 2145