ELEVEN-YEAR-OLD Nathan Harnarine of 3rd Avenue Bartica has made St John the Baptist Primary and his parents proud, given his excellent performance at this year’s National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA).
In addition to being named the top performer for his school, his good results placed him in the number two position for Region Seven.

Nathan’s journey to success was marked by unwavering determination and resilience, which contributed greatly to his good results.

With an impressive score of 484.65 marks, Nathan secured a spot at St. Jospeh’s High School. His parents are still considering whether to send him to the city school or allow him to attend Anna Regina Secondary School in Region Two.

St. John the Baptist Primary also did remarkably this year as several of its pupils were named in the region’s top 10.

Nathan’s journey was not an easy one, but his perseverance has made his parents and community proud.

Reflecting on his challenges, Nathan recalled the impact of the pandemic. During this period, he had to rely heavily on self-studying.

He attended the St. Anthony Primary School from Grade Two to Grade Four before moving to St. John the Baptist Primary to complete his primary education.

The transition between schools was tough, but Nathan remained focused.

With the support of his family, new friends, and dedicated teachers, he continued to excel at St John the Baptist Primary.

Before settling in Bartica, Nathan spent his early years in Parika, Region Three.

Despite the geographical shifts and changes in schools, he never wavered in his commitment to his education.

Nathan aspires to become an ophthalmologist or a pharmacist, driven by his passion for helping people and his belief that the medical field is his true calling.

Although Nathan had hoped for a higher score, he is still grateful that he did well at NGSA.

He drew inspiration from his aunt Shivanie Kishore, a Lab Technician, and his uncle, who is also in the medical field.

“My mom and dad taught me to be strong, to always speak up for my rights, and never to give up. They supported me and spent sleepless nights with me,” Nathan told this publication.

Consistently an “A” student, Nathan’s other achievements include being on the winning team at the STEM Science Fair in 2023. His team secured first place in Mathematics for Region Seven.

Nathan’s parents, Bari and Savetrie Harnarine, are immensely proud of their son’s achievements.

They told this publication that they admire his zest for learning and his eagerness for education. They have vowed to support him until he achieves his dreams in the medical field.

Jaden Thornhill of Two Miles Primary is the region’s top performer. The other top achievers are Shania Sears, Trivia John, and Neisa Lewis of St. John the Baptist Primary, Melania Adams and Alyssa James of Pataro Primary, and Dilma Edwards and Dilshan Welcome of 72 Miles Primary.