A WAVE of pride and celebration has swept across Region Two as the results of the 2025 National Grade Six Assessment (NGSA) were announced, and at the heart of this success is C.V. Nunes Primary School, located in Anna Regina.

The school has shone brightly this year, with six of its pupils ranking among the region’s top performers, proving that dedication, teamwork, and support can make dreams a reality.
Topping the region is Kalissa Haimpersaud of Huis’t Dieren Primary School, who earned a remarkable 487 marks, securing a place at Queen’s College, Guyana’s top secondary institution. Close behind are Roshini Seecharan and Ziyad Mohamed of C.V. Nunes Primary, both with 486 marks, followed by a host of bright young minds who gave their all.

The full list of top scorers includes Jayda Jemma Riya Lawrie, of Better Hope Primary, with 485 marks; Aiden Devindra Persaud of C.V. Nunes Primary, 485 marks; Priyasha Amesha Subha, C.V. Nunes Primary, 484 marks; Aryan Nishant Chatelall, C.V. Nunes Primary, 484 marks; Tyler Nash Samaroo, C.V. Nunes Primary, 484 marks; Aadilah Khan, Aurora Primary, 483 marks; and Shivani Shreya Singh, Taymouth Manor Primary, 483 marks.

Each child shared their dreams, study habits, and gratitude, offering inspiration to others.
Kalissa Haimpersaud, humble and composed, said she stayed focused and disciplined throughout the school year. “I studied every day, even when I didn’t feel like it. I kept my goal in mind,” she said. Her dream is to become a doctor, and she hopes her journey inspires children from small villages to aim high.
Jayda Jemma Riya Lawrie of Better Hope Primary, who scored 485, hopes to become a civil engineer. “I’m proud of myself. I prayed, I worked hard, and I believed,” she shared, thanking her parents, Jared and Mezaun Lawrie, for always encouraging her.

Aiden Devindra Persaud of C.V. Nunes Primary said his dream is to be an engineer. “I want to build things that help people,” he said. He also took time to thank his parents and teachers, adding, “Stay focused, ignore distractions, and never give up; that’s my advice to the next NGSA batch.”
Priyasha Amesha Subha, another aspiring civil engineer, credited her late-night study sessions and her mother’s constant support for her success. “My mother, Omeshri Shuba, always believed in me. She was patient with me, even on the tough days.”

Aadilah Khan, daughter of former Regional Executive Officer Iqbaul Khan, dreams of becoming a lawyer. “I studied late, prayed, and kept faith. With the blessings of Allah and the help of my teachers at Aurora Primary, I made it,” she said joyfully.

Tyler Nash Samaroo, the youngest in his family and son of businessman Rakesh Samaroo, also has his eyes set on engineering. “Work hard and stay focused,” he advised younger students. “Don’t let anything or anyone distract you.”

Aryan Nishant Chatelall, a top performer in Region Two, also used the opportunity to thank the teachers and his parents for his success. Chatelall is excited about his results.
All of the learners had a common message: Believe in yourself, trust your teachers, and put in the work; the results will follow.

Regional Education Officer Shondelle Hercules praised the children, parents, and teachers for their collective effort. “These results show the power of community, commitment, and belief in education. The Ministry of Education is proud, and remains dedicated to ensuring every child has the tools to succeed,” she said.

Regional Chairperson Vilma De Silva also extended congratulations to all the pupils for performing well at the examination.